HCM City needs VND21t for water transport in next 30 years

The HCMC Department of Transport has estimated that the city will need more than VND21 trillion for its water transport in the next 30 years,

 

Vietnam progresses to final of Tank Biathlon 2020

The Vietnamese team finished in second during the semi-finals of the Tank Biathlon event at the ongoing International Army Games 2020 in Moscow and will therefore take on Tajikistan, Myanmar, and Laos in the final round on September 5.

Selling assets to pay debts, 'Boss Duc' still cannot escape difficulties

The enterprise of Doan Nguyen Duc, or Boss Duc as he is known, is still in doubt, though the businessman, once the richest man in Vietnam, has sold many assets to restructure his company.

90 percent of Vietnamese millionaires invest in real estate

While COVID-19 continues to impact the whole economy, most millionaires in Vietnam have been investing in the real estate market.

Vietnam university listed in THE’s top 1,000 rankings

Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU Hanoi) is the only Vietnamese representative listed in the group of universities ranked 801st to 1,000th in the World University Rankings (WUR 2021).

German journalist launches book on Ho Chi Minh’s political biography in Berlin

German journalist Hellmut Kapfenberger officially launched his latest book on late President Ho Chi Minh – “Ho Chi Minh – Politische Biografie” (Political Biography) – in Berlin on September 2 (local time).

Corporate bond issuance expected to drop after new policies take effect

Warnings from management agencies plus new policies that take effect soon will make it more difficult to issue corporate bonds, a capital mobilization channel that was worth $8.5 billion in the first seven months of the year.

Vietnam retaining fast-growing status

Over past decades, Vietnam has weathered all difficulties to orchestrate economic miracles, with its deepened international integration bringing about massive opportunities to expand trade and investment.

Vietnam backs comprehensive peace process in Afghanistan

Vietnam affirmed its support for a comprehensive peace process led by Afghans during the UN Security Council’s virtual meeting on September 3 on the situation in Afghanistan and the operation of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan.

Special exhibition on Vietnam’s development path

More than 200 documents and photos featuring the national construction and defence over the past 75 years are being displayed at an exhibition at the Hanoi-based Ho Chi Minh Museum.

Scientists use Vietnamese herbs to make products to prevent osteoporosis

Using nanotechnology, researchers from the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology have created an anti-osteoporosis product from violet ba kich (Morinda officinalis).

Minimum wage proposed to remain unchanged in 2021

The National Wage Council has advised the Government to keep the minimum wage unchanged until the end of 2021 instead of raising it as planned.

Investors ‘win big’ with real estate in suburbs

Big investors are pouring money into properties in the suburbs, which they had previously ignored.

Hanoi: The 300-year-old house built in one night

Son Dong village in Hoai Duc district, Hanoi is famous for making statues and worshiping objects. This land is also known for an old house that was built within one night.

VIETNAM'S BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 4

Number of newly-established enterprises tops 13,400 in August

Foreign media applaud Vietnam’s 75-year successes

Many foreign media outlets recently ran articles highlighting Vietnam’s achievements over the last 75 years and its stature in the international arena on the occasion of the country’s 75th National Day (September 2).

Many provinces have new leaders

A number of provinces have elected new chairs for the 2015-2020 term.

 

Local photojournalist wins big in Malaysian photo contest

Viet Van, a photojournalist with the Lao Dong (Labour) newspaper in Vietnam, won three gold medals at the Bugis Photo Cup Circuit 2020 in Malaysia.

Vietnam chooses national benefits, international laws

Some countries may say Vietnam chooses this or that side. But we affirm that we choose national benefits, the general principles of the UN Charter, and international law to build our stance.

A star in the making

With roles like Paige Tico in Star Wars, Hanoi Hannah in Da 5 Bloods, and, most recently, Quynh in The Old Guard, alongside A-lister Charlize Theron, Ngo Thanh Van is fast becoming a rising star in Hollywood.

Young artist makes tiny Vietnamese food

A 28-year-old architecture graduate in Hanoi has been crafting Vietnamese dishes barely larger than a coin. 

Support policies provide leverage for ethnic people to escape poverty

Government policies and programmes on poverty reduction have changed the lives of ethnic minority people in the northern border provinces.

Over 26,000 students sit 2nd round of national high school exam

A total 26,075 candidates, equivalent to 98.45 percent, have been taking the second round of the national high school graduation examination, which began on September 3.

World’s tallest tower features Vietnamese flag to mark National Day

The entirety of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest tower in the world, in Dubai of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) appeared brilliantly lit up by the Vietnamese national flag on the night of September 2.