Hanoi to open three more walking streets

This year, the People’s Committee of Dong Da District will set up a plan to open a food zone on Nguyen Van Tuyet Street and a pedestrian zone on Van Mieu and Quoc Tu Giam streets.

International movie filmed in Vietnam promoted abroad

Picturesque scenes of the nation in the recent film “A Tourist’s Guide to Love” by Rachael Leigh Cook are being featured on a billboard in Times Square in New York in the United States as part of a promotion campaign taking place around the world.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 26/2023

Many child abuse cases detected by health care facilities: Official

HCM City to host folk culture festival

A wide range of Vietnamese folk performing arts will be featured at the HCM City Folk Culture Festival held from April 29 to May 1.

Authorities warn of fraudulent travel schemes during holidays

Recently, the Ministry of Public Security has received numerous complaints of fraudulent activities aimed at taking advantage of people’s property.

Over 50 arrested as investigation of flight attendant case expands

At least 50 people have been arrested in connection with the Vietnam Airlines drug smuggling case.

5,223 students gather to form giant map of Vietnam

As many as 5,223 students of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) have collaborated in creating a giant map in the shape of Vietnam to mark the 50th anniversary of National Reunification Day (April 30, 2025).

VN-Argentina celebrates 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties in Buenos Aires

A ceremony was held in Buenos Aires on April 25 (local time) to mark the 50th founding anniversary of the Vietnam-Argentina diplomatic relations with the theme "Present and Future".

Vietnamese-origin artists in UK retain memories of homeland

Vietnamese-origin artists in the UK are sharing their memories and experiences about the homeland through an ongoing exhibition titled “No place like home” at the Museum of the Home in Hackney district in East London.

NA Chairman attends Vietnam-Argentina business forum

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue attended the Vietnam-Argentina business forum in Buenos Aires on April 25 (local time), as part of his ongoing official visit to the Latin American country.

Vietnam praised for efforts in enforcement of 1982 UNCLOS

Judge Albert Hoffmann, President of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), has lauded Vietnam’s efforts in enforcing the 1982 UNCLOS, during a recent working session with Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Vu Quang Minh.

Vietnam - RoK agreement on social insurance approved

The Vietnamese Government has issued a resolution approving an agreement on social insurance signed with the Government of the Republic of Korea (RoK) on December 14, 2021.

Major commercial banks agree to further reduce interest rates

Four State-owned commercial joint stock banks in Vietnam have reached a high consensus on the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)'s policy on reducing interest rates in the coming time.

Binh Dinh kicks off hot air balloon festival

The international hot air balloon festival “Quy Nhon, Binh Dinh – sea heaven” kicked off in the south-central coast province of Binh Dinh April 25.

Hanoi wins approval for efforts as member of UNESCO Creative Cities Network

Domestic and international experts have acknowledged Hanoi’s activeness in implementing its initiatives and commitments as a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, particularly the engagement of the entire community in creative activities.

Health ministry raises alarm about use of e-cigarette among students

There have been numerous incidents of students requiring emergency medical attention due to nicotine poisoning and other chemicals present in e-cigarettes and heated cigarette products.

Vietnam, US cooperate in higher education

A seminar on building partnerships between Vietnam and the US in higher education was organised on April 25 by the US Consulate General in HCM City with the participation of representatives from more than 30 Vietnamese higher education institutions.

Vietnam approves first traditional medicine to treat COVID-19

Vietnam has approved the first traditional medicine for treating respiratory tract viral infections, including flu and mild COVID-19.

VN team defeats Iran’s club at Asian Women’s Club Volleyball Championship

The women’s national volleyball team, named Sport Centre I, had a 3-2 win over Iran’s Paykan Club in their match at the ongoing 2023 Asian Women’s Club Volleyball Championship, held in the northern province of Vinh Phuc on April 25 evening.

Facing a shortage of orders, enterprises struggle to maintain production

Lack of orders, production stagnation and layoffs are affecting many enterprises.

Green tech the catalyst for growth

Vietnam has great potential to develop and attract investment in the green economy and apply the most advanced technologies, as well as building stable and attractive policies.

Businesses take proactive approach to seeking more orders

While many businesses complain they are undergoing the hardest trials in their history, others are doing well as they understand their markets well.

Disbursement of assistance to be bolstered for enterprises

The country’s hallmark socioeconomic recovery and development initiative must be accelerated as implementation continues to be too slow, the government has acknowledged.

Further tax support reflecting efforts to empower business

The government is continuing to fuel struggling business performance with a new fiscal initiative in an aim to reach its desired economic growth.