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.

Vietnamese spend US$2 billion on tobacco a year

A workshop providing the press with information on the use of tobacco in Vietnam, challenges in minimising tobacco use and solutions to them was held by the Ministry of Information and Communications in Hanoi on Wednesday.

Expensive pine trees imported for Christmas

Imported fresh pine trees are now available in the local market. The prices vary, including super-expensive ones priced at up to VND150 million (US$7,000).

Blockchain integrated into Make-in-Vietnam browser

The Vietnamese-developed browser and search engine CocCoc will join KardiaChain to develop an integrated wallet to promote the use of Blockchain and Web3.

Phu Quoc to become 'livable city for global citizens'

As a short-term vacation spot, Phu Quoc is also expected to become an ideal place for diverse living demands of global citizens in the future.

Another Hanoi's urban rail system to be tested early next month

The Nhon-Hanoi Railway Station urban rail system in the capital city will undergo a test run starting from December 5 in limited conditions, according Sytra – the consulting contractor of the project.

Real estate firms hold large amounts of cash amid cash shortage complaints

Many businesses are complaining about the shortage of cash, but real estate firms are keeping  cash in their coffers.

Vietnam – Philippines strategic partnership develops well, says Senate President

Senate president Juan Miguel Zubiri on November 23 welcomed Vietnamese National Assembly chairman Vuong Dinh Hue on his current visit, which he said would help strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries.

DigiEx Group & Shinhan DS partner to develop Offshore Development Center

DigiEx Group and Shinhan DS Vietnam have signed a memorandum of understanding on strategic partnership to expand the Offshore Development Center and build the Ecosystem of Digital Talent Developers in Vietnam for Fintech Solutions.

Minh Ngoc set to perform at ABU TV Song Festival

Le Minh Ngoc will represent Vietnam at the upcoming 11th Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union TV Song Festival (ABU TV Song Festival).

M&A opportunities in a volatile market

The consumer, industrial, real estate, energy and utilities sectors were the most sought-after targets in 2022-2023, when split by industry.

Building material sector faces tough times

Building materials makers are facing multiple hardships due to surging input costs, slow consumption, and high inventory.

VN’s stock market sees volatility amid world’s less positive outlook

Vietnam's stock market has seen strong volatility in recent years, stemming from investors' cautious sentiment in the face of uncertainties and a less positive outlook for the world economy and politics.

Regulations on conditional business lines need revision: insiders

Insiders are calling for a revision to regulations on conditional business lines as the regulations have caused major hindrances to firms.

VN set to export 7 million tonnes of rice this year

The price of Vietnamese rice has increased by US$30 compared to before the ban to fetch $408-428 per tonne.

Expert offers solutions for corporate bond market

Where will the money will come from and who will implement the measures to ensure efficiency?

Vinacomin to increase coal mining capacity

Vinacomin has asked for permission to increase mining capacity at some coal mines to satisfy increasing demand for coal and ensure national energy security.

Hanoi eyes “city-within-city” model

The city wants to keep population growth in urban areas at a sustainable pace and address downtown overcrowding.

Population growth leads to rising demand for housing in Vietnam

The relationship between population and housing is two-sided. Population growth leads to rising demand for housing in Vietnam.

Bad debts situation getting worse

Bad debts always come hand in hand with business activities of all commercial banks.

Credit growth high amid hikes in loan/deposit ratio

Most of the listed commercial banks in the country recorded a sharp increase in the loan/deposit ratio (LDR) at the end of the third quarter of 2022 compared to last year.

Swallow’s nest makes nutritious delicacies

A swallow’s nest is made of íts saliva and has been proved to contain high nutritional value that are good for health of people of all ages.

EVN proposes reducing purchase price of wind and solar power

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) proposed the Ministry of Industry and Trade reduce the purchase price of wind and solar power by 30 percent compared to the current one.