Vietnam wins numerous ASEAN tourism awards

Many units of Vietnam were named in categories of the ASEAN Tourism Awards at a ceremony held as part of the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2023, which wrapped up in Jakarta, Indonesia on February 5.

Vietnam’s industrial property – promising segment in 2023

The demand for Vietnam’s IP land rentals will sharply grow in 2023 thanks to policies promoting a return to investing in the Southeast Asian country.

Businessmen born under the auspices of the cat

Nguyen Dang Quang, Le Phuoc Vu and Nguyen Thanh Viet are successful businessmen who were born under the auspices of a cat. One of them is listed among Forbes' dollar billionaires.

Vietnam calls for ASEAN cooperation to spur tourism development

Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Doan Van Viet has called on other ASEAN member countries to support and cooperate with each other in tourism development.

E-wallet market in Vietnam estimated to reach 50 million users by 2024

The modern e-wallet market in Viet Nam is surging and is expected to reach 50 million active users by July 2024, experts said.

Gen Z crazy about ChatGPT

Nguyen Mai Huong, 25, former student at National Economics University (NEU), says all of her friends who have experience with ChatGPT think it is one of the smartest chatbots with which they have ever interacted.

Market expected to move in a narrow range this week

The market needs a period of accumulation in a narrow range to create a solid foundation before a new uptrend can be created.

State agencies in HCMC hasn’t recruited any outstanding graduates, scientists since 2018

The report shows that State agencies are struggling to recruit due to the lucrative deals graduates and scientists are offered to either continue their education through scholarships, either at home or abroad, or to join the private sector.

Coal miners thrive with 3-digit profits

Many enterprises in the coal industry reported record high 3-digit revenue and profits in the last quarter of 2022.

What kind of real estate investments will be popular in 2023?

Investors tend to target real estate with real value. Products with value of below VND1.5 billion will be the most chosen.

Vietnam's exports to Europe, America: 15 items join US$1 bln export club

Vietnam had 15 items earning more than US$1 billion each from exporting to Europe and America in 2022, reported the European-American Market Department, under the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (February 6-12/2023)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on February 6-12.

Challenges for banks ahead

Many banks might have recorded positive profit growth in 2022. But challenges are awaiting them this year given negative factors such as high interest rates and bad debt.

Schools lack psychological counsellors for students

Currently, most schools do not have staff specialised in psychological counselling for students.

Four new national treasures recognised

The four items, which are now preserved and displayed at Thăng Long – Hà Nội Imperial Citadel, have been recognised as national treasures, along with 23 others. Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà has signed the decision for the recognition.

A majestic heart-shaped lake

In Yen Thinh Commune, Huu Lung District, Lang Son Province, tourists can immerse themselves in the majestic natural scenery of limestone mountains, endless steppes and peaceful villages, particularly when they visit the Lan Cut heart-shaped lake.

Ancient town’s full moon festival named intangible heritage

The annual Nguyên Tiêu Festival on the 15th of lunar January in Hội An has been recognised as a National Intangible Heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Ha Long Bay, Mu Cang Chai among most colourful places in the world

Vietnamese destinations Ha Long Bay and the Mu Cang Chai terraced fields during the ripening season have been selected as the most colourful destination in the world in 2023 following a vote conducted by travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler.

Hailstorm poured on Fansipan peak

A hailstorm accompanied by whirlwinds slammed on Fansipan peak in Sa Pa township in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai in the early morning of February 5, according to the provincial hydro-meterological station.

Vietnam expects to send 10,000 guest workers to RoK this year

Vietnam’s relevant agencies have stepped up training since mid-2022 in an effort to increase the number of workers sent to the Republic of Korea (RoK).

Vietnamese PM to pay official visits to Singapore, Brunei

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam will pay official visits to the Republic of Singapore and Brunei Darussalam from February 8-11.

In search of internal strength

Vietnam’s economy still relies heavily on the agro-forestry-fishery sector, as the trade surplus of this group accounted for over 75% of the national figure in 2022.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS FEBRUARY 5/2023

Vietnam’s airports serve more than 9.8 million passengers in January

The credit growth puzzle

The fact that banks have refrained from lending does not result from their concerns over the credit growth cap since it has already been revised up without any abrupt surge in new loans. There are other factors influencing how banks lend.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 5/2023

State Audit official named as deputy minister of health