Disciplinary measures imposed on former officials of Lao Cai, Lam Dong

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong chaired a meeting of the Party Central Committee’s Politburo and Secretariat in Hanoi on May 8 to consider imposing disciplinary measures on several former officials of Lao Cai.

SEA Games 32: Vietnam’s football team advance to semi-finals

Vietnam beat Malaysia 2-1 in the men’s football at the ongoing SEA Games 32 in Cambodia on May 8, officially securing a slot in the semi-finals.

Son Tra Nature Reserve needs sustainable monkey solutions

Despite efforts being made, a sustainable solution has yet to be found to manage the monkey herds in Son Tra Nature Reserve.

Investors disappointed as share prices stagnate

Many businesses have promised shareholders that share prices may increase by 10 or 100 times, thus bringing high profits. But this has not happened.

SEA Games 32: Karate fighters win 6 golds, doubling target

Vietnamese karate fighters successfully concluded their 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 32) campaign in Cambodia on May 8 by having won a total of six gold medals, exceeding their goal of bagging only 3 golds set ahead of the regional games.

Chip-based passports can be provided online, sent via post

The Government’s National Public Service Portal has by now integrated services to facilitate people in issuing new and exchanging chip-based passports, and receiving them via post.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MAY 8/2023

Investment sought for AI development in Vietnam

Hanoi students win five medals at Pangea Math World 2023

All seven students of Hanoi taking part in the Pangea Math World (PMW) 2023 in Berlin, Germany, have won medals, including five golds and two silvers.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (May 8-14/2023)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on May 8-14/2023.

Four weak banks to be taken over: central bank

The State Bank of Viet Nam (SBV) plans to seize four weak commercial banks in a move aimed at strengthening the country's banking system.

Electricity price hike leaves minimal impact in short term: Ministry

The recent electricity retail hike of 3 per cent will likely have a small effect on the country's CPI in the short run, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Parkson exiting VN market: an inevitable event

The collapse of Parkson Vietnam is most likely attributable to its inappropriate business strategy.

Nearly 85 per cent of FDI enterprises use outdated technology

Nearly 85 per cent of FDI enterprises are still using outdated technology, which is a challenge for the Vietnamese economy in its efforts to realise the goal of net zero emissions by 2050, according to a report on vov.vn.

Criminals use deepfake AI video technology to scam people out of money

Cybercriminals have begun deepfake video technology to make fraudulent calls and appropriate money.

Vietnamese food outlet listed among 100 best restaurants in New York

A Vietnamese food restaurant called “Mắm” has been ranked 26th among the 100 best restaurants in New York, as announced by The New York Times.

Superhero Gao Red to attend Manga Comic Con Vietnam 2023

Japanese actor Noboru Kaneko who played iconic superhero Gao Red in the famous film “Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger” is set to participate in the Manga Comic Con Vietnam 2023 due to take place in HCM City on July 29-30.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MAY 8/2023

Health ministry carries out programme to ensure vaccine supply until 2030

British and Italian athletes win VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 Vietnam champions

Two athletes from the UK and Italy triumphed in the male and female categories of the VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 Vietnam which concluded in the central city of Da Nang on May 7.

Vietnamese scientists manufacture intelligent humanoid robot

Dr. Ngo Manh Tien and his colleagues at the Institute of Physics under the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology have successfully manufactured an intelligent humanoid robot IVASTBot, opening up research and robot application in communication.

Vietnamese consumers still favour plastic bags due to their cost-effectiveness

Consumers in VN are reluctant to use eco-friendly products made from natural materials as they are more expensive than plastic products, according to economic experts.

Investment of $304.3 million proposed to upgrade Mekong Delta roads

The Ministry of Transport propose projects to upgrade and improve three national highways, 53, 62 and 91B, in Mekong Delta provinces.

Number of Vietnamese labourers in RoK grows as workers overstay contracts

The number of Vietnamese workers registered to work in the Republic of Korea (RoK) has reached more than 23,400, nearly double the agreed recruitment target between VN and RoK.

The rise of Vietnam's Paradise Island

Phu Quoc has become one of the most-talked-about destinations thanks to its breathtaking natural beauty, iconic landmarks, and unparalleled luxury travel experiences.

A museum in your hands: Vietnam Visual Arts in History, Religion and Culture

Vietnam Visual Arts in History, Religion and Culture is a weighty treasure of more than 500 pages. Nguyễn-Long’s narrative is general yet specific and concise in orienting readers to Vietnamese history.

SEA Games 32: Vietnam win nine more golds on May 7

Vietnamese athletes won a total of nine gold, seven silver and five bronze medals on May 7 – the second official competition day of the ongoing 32nd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Cambodia.