HCM City honours 12 outstanding young citizens

Twelve outstanding young citizens of HCM City in 2022 have been honoured by the city’s Hồ Chí Minh Communist Youth Union.

Garment exports expected at more than $45 billion in 2023: association

The Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS) forecast garment exports to reach more than USS$45 billion in 2023, higher than this year value of $44 billion, driven by the opportunities provided by new-generation free trade agreements.

An unforgettable post-Covid year

Later this week, socio-economic statistics will be officially released and are expected to be good, simply because the economic performance in the post-Covid year is better than 2021 when Vietnam was under lockdown.

ADB commends Viet Nam for maintaining stable macro-economic environment in 2022

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) commends Viet Nam for maintaining a stable macro-economic environment despite all of external shocks.

Vietnam's strategy on deposit insurance development approved

Deputy Prime Minister Le Minh Khai has recently signed Decision 1660/QD-TTg, approving the Strategy on deposit insurance development by 2025, with a vision towards 2030.

Opportunities and challenges for Vietnam’s tourism

New tourism trends not only pose challenges but also offer opportunities for Vietnam, which has great indigenous cultural value and experiences.

Localities take action to stop delayed projects

Dong Nai, Hanoi, Vinh Phuc, Quang Tri and other localities have announced they will revoke a series of projects that have been slow in implementation.

Vietnamese are becoming more involved in AI solutions

AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Vietnam is becoming increasingly popular.

Employment slumps in the last quarter of 2022

Vietnam’s job market has seen a sharp decrease in demand in the last quarter of 2022, with workers finding it challenging to seek new jobs, according to a report released by Navigos Research, a recruitment firm.

Vietnamese EU exports benefit from trade deal

Vietnamese exports to the EU in 2022 are expected to touch nearly $48 billion thanks to the strong driving force of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).

Fig vermicelli, a must-try dish in Nam Dinh Province

Nam Dinh is not only well known for specialities such as beef noodle soup and ‘banh xiu pao’ (char siu dumplings) cake but also ‘bun sung’ (fig vermicelli).

Focus on big investors making a difference

With the nation’s great demand for growth, Vietnam is boosting its group-oriented diplomatic activities in order to attract more investment and expand trade.

Vietnam among world's top 30 powerful countries: US News & World Report

Vietnam has been listed among the world's top 30 powerful countries in 2022 by US News & World Report.

Man dies after python wraps itself around his neck

A man in a Southern province died after a python constricted him to death, according to local officials.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (January 2-8)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on January 2-8.

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Breakthrough development policies to be formulated for Ho Chi Minh City

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Exhibition features image of cat – zodiac animal for upcoming Lunar New Year

Vietnam records best-ever performance in digital economic development

Vietnam is speeding up the development of the digital economy, considering this a "breakthrough" step to promote the country's economic growth in the context of the 4th industrial revolution.

Vietnam ready to welcome back Chinese visitors

Localities and travel firms have quickly embarked on plans to welcome back Chinese tourists to Vietnam.

Stock market 2022: year full of events

2022 was an eventful year for the Vietnamese stock market with many records set.

Stock manipulation cases shook stock market in 2022

The Vietnamese stock market in 2022 witnessed a series of shocking events. Stock manipulation was one.

Investment policies of 11 projects in Phu Quoc Island withdrawn

The Chairman of the People's Committee of Kien Giang Province has recently decided to take back investment policies of 11 projects in Phu Quoc Island, according to Conclusion 602, dated July 24, 2020, of the Government Inspectorate.

Vietnam affirms position in ‘golden startup triangle’ in SE Asia

According to the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST), together with Singapore and Indonesia, Vietnam has affirmed its position as part of the ‘golden startup triangle’ in Southeast Asia.

VAT, fuel tax cuts proposed for extension

Business associations have written to the Government and the Ministry of Finance proposing extending the VAT cut of two percentage points and the environmental protection tax cut for fuel till the end of 2023.

Yen Tu provides country’s finest Buddhist pilgrimage

Among the most sacred spiritual travel destinations, the Yen Tu Complex, which spans three provinces, has become the trip everyone needs to make in a lifetime.