Foreigners flock to Hanoi street to cheer on World Cup

Many foreign tourists are rushing to Ta Hien Street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter to watch World Cup matches.

Fertilizer seen becoming billion-dollar export earner

Vietnam’s fertilizer exports have climbed to a record high between January and October and are projected to surpass US$1 billion this year.

Driving centres ask to delay virtual cabin requirement

Many driving training centers are balking at regulation that requires them to purchase virtual cabins costing billions of dong to train drivers

Investors seeking townhouses amid gloomy outlook of apartment market

While the gloomy outlook also haunted the city's apartment market with sales plunge, investors are seeking houses in existing residential areas with available social infrastructure such as markets, and schools to buy.

Passenger number through Vietnamese airports hits record high

The number of passengers passing through local airports reached 90.8 million during the initial 11 months of this year, up 221% compared to the same period last year, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV).

Nearly US$7.4 billion spent on fuel imports from Jan-Oct

Vietnam spent some US$7.4 billion importing 7.12 million tons of oil and gasoline products between January and October, up 22.7% in volume and 124% in value year-on-year.

Over 200 activities to be held at National Tourism Year 2023

The south-central province of Binh Thuan will host Vietnam’s National Tourism Year 2023 which will feature 204 activities.

Buon Ma Thuot airport proposed to serve international flights

Dak Lak Provincial People's Committee has just proposed upgrading Buon Ma Thuot Airport to an international airport.

Former director of AIC prosecuted for paying bribes

The Supreme People's Procuracy has issued an indictment against 36 defendants for violations related to equipment procurement bidding packages for a hospital project at Dong Nai General Hospital.

578 Magnum vies for award at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival

Vietnamese action movie “578 Phát Đạn Của Kẻ Điên”, known as “578 Magnum” in English, competes in the Grand Prix for the Best Film Award at the 26th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (POFF) which is currently underway in Estonia.

Germany Lufthansa Cargo debuts Hanoi flight

German airline Lufthansa Cargo announced on November 24 that it will begin operating its first direct flight from Frankfurt in Germany to Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi.

UFO-shaped clouds shrouding Vietnam mountain

Images of a rare natural phenomenon have been recorded at Ba Den Mountain in the south-western province of Tay Ninh, with its peak surrounded by white clouds which look like unidentified flying objects (UFOs).

29 countries to showcase products, technologies at Vietnam Int’l Defense Expo

The Vietnam International Defence Expo 2022 ((VIET NAM DEFENCE 2022) will take place in Hanoi from December 8-10, the Defence Ministry announced at a press conference on November 24.

Vietnam sends seven more peacekeepers to UN missions

The Defence Ministry handed over to seven army officers the President’s decisions to send them to UN peacekeeping missions at a ceremony on November 24.

Permanent Court of Arbitration rep. office inaugurated in Vietnam

Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) Secretary General Marcin Czepelak cut the red ribbon inaugurating the PCA Representative Office in Hanoi on November 24.

Metaverse could generate $9-17 billion per year in Vietnam by 2035

A recent analysis performed by Deloitte estimated that the potential 2035 economic impact of the metaverse in Vietnam is $9-17 billion per year.

Hanoi police publicize websites faking securities companies for scamming

At fake websites, subjects instruct and suggest individuals access fraudulent links to perform multi-bank money transfer services.

International Muay Thai championship to be held in Vietnam

The 2023 MTGP Vietnam Championship, an international Muay Thai tournament, is set to take place in Ho Chi Minh City in March 2023.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 24

State bank orders credit institutes not to force customers to buy insurance

Vietnam, Philippines look toward US$10 bln in trade by 2026

Chairman of National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue today reiterated the goal of lifting two-way trade between Vietnam and the Philippines to $10 billion in a more balanced manner by 2026 when they celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties.

Former deputy minister of Health receives 30-month suspended sentence

Former Deputy Minister of Health Cao Minh Quang has been jailed for 30 months, but the People’s Court of Hanoi suspended the sentence meaning he will not go to prison.

Singer Ha Phuong joins Daniel Wu, Andy Cheng at Asia World Film Festival

As an honored guest at the Asia World Film Festival (AWFF), Vietnamese- American singer Ha Phuong had the opportunity to meet many famous Asian artists like actor Daniel Wu and martial arts star Andy Cheng.

Hanoi streets filled with Christmas atmosphere

Some streets in Hanoi’s Old Quarter are already filled with a Christmas atmosphere.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 24

Welcome ceremony held for Ugandan President

Construction ministry to inspect over VND100-billion projects

The Ministry of Construction has assigned its inspectorate to organize inspections of those projects valued at over VND100 billion, mainly invested by local authorities, state-owned enterprises and corporations in 2023.