Vietnam’s bond market contracts amid monetary tightening

After strong growth in the previous quarter, Vietnam’s currency bond market contracted 0.2% due to a decline in the Government bond market and slower growth in corporate bonds.

AI used to predict renewable-energy capacity

Wind and solar power will account for an increasing proportion of Vietnam’s total electricity capacity.

Infrastructure pinpointed to spur socioeconomic fortunes

The Vietnamese government is continuing to promote infrastructure development with the construction of expressways and new bridges, in efforts to spur socioeconomic development and welcome new private investment.

Budget resolutions set plan for 2023

Vietnam’s state budget performance is expected to see a deficit of billions of US dollars this year, with such a landscape fixed for next year – with warnings sounded about punishing violations in budget management and usage.

Vietnam fruit exported to new markets

2022 has been a successful export year as Vietnam’s farm produce has accessed many international markets.

Colourful beauty of Lo Lo ethnic costumes

Living at the foot of Rong (Dragon) Mountain in Lung Cu Commune, Dong Van District, Ha Giang Province, the Lo Lo ethnic community have effectively preserved their traditional culture, including their attire.

Sapa forecasted to experience frost

Mount Fansipan in the northern province of Lao Cai’s Sapa Town has been forecasted to see frost in the coming days as temperatures fall below zero degrees centigrade.

Dortmund footballers excited to discover Hanoi

Following their arrival in Hanoi, players of Bundesliga FC Borussia Dortmund enjoyed a cyclo tour around the Vietnamese capital and explored some famous sightseeing spots ahead of their friendly match against hosts Vietnam on November 30.

Vietnamese lacquer painting sold for EUR390,000 at French auction

A lacquer painting by late Vietnamese painter Nguyen Khang (1912-1989) went for EUR390,000 on November 28 at the "Major Works of Asian Painters" auction held by Aguttes in France.

Vietnam beat Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in friendly match

Vietnam defeated Bundesliga’s Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in a friendly match in Hanoi on November 30 evening, - a perfect test for coach Park Hang-seo and his student ahead of their 2022 AFF Cup campaign in December.

NA Chairman holds talks with Australian leaders

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has affirmed that his ongoing Australia visit aims to further deepen the strategic partnership and cooperation between the two sides.

Indian naval ships begins friendly visit to HCM City

Two ships of the Indian Navy, the multi-role stealth frigate INS Shivalik and the INS Kamorta corvette, on November 30 docked at Nha Rong port for a three-day friendly visit to Ho Chi Minh City.

Deputy PM's assistant arrested for abuse of power

The Investigation Police Agency under the Ministry of Public Security (MoPS) has decided to investigate and arrest Nguyen Van Trinh, assistant to a Deputy Prime Minister, for "abuse of power and position while on duty".

Vietnam-Australia trade forecast to set new record this year

Two-way trade between Vietnam and Australia is expected to surpass the projection of 15 billion USD and set a new record in 2022.

Vietnam’s rice exports seen hitting record this year

Vietnam shipped 600,000 tons of rice in November, bringing the total volume and value of rice export in the year through November to nearly 6.7 million tons

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UNICEF wants to support more Vietnamese children in far-flung areas: executive director

Over 144,000 CBU autos imported in 2022

The number of completely-built-up (CBU) automobiles imported in Vietnam during the January-November period hit some 144,726 with a value of US$3.2 billion, rising by 5.9% in volume and 6.3% in value year-on-year.

Conference looks at protecting national, cultural and family values

Vietnamese human norms in the new era should develop in harmony with other values, preserving and promoting the core values of the nation, which envelop traditional culture and Vietnamese family, experts said at a conference in Hanoi.

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Transport sector records surge in passenger volume

State to divest capital in 141 enterprises

Deputy Prime Minister Le Minh Khai, on November 29, signed Decision No.1479/QD-TTg approving the plan to rearrange State-owned enterprises and enterprises with State capital in the 2022-2025 period.

German players visit the banned Hanoi rail track area

A photo of some Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund footballers sitting on the banned train track area in Hanoi has gone viral on the internet since Tuesday evening.

Domestic enterprises must focus on trademark registration in foreign markets

Domestic enterprises looking to do business in foreign countries have been reminded of the importance of registering their trademarks in foreign markets.

Vietnamese enterprises expect policies to unlock credit flow

Enterprises are hoping for more policies to help them overcome financial difficulties, maintain operations and to take advantage of post-pandemic recovery opportunities.

IPO market awaits opportunities to boom

There were no new IPO deals in Vietnam in the third quarter of 2022, according to recent data from Deloitte, as the figure was only counted in the first half of the year.

UNESCO honours Vietnam’s art of pottery making of Cham people

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has inscribed the art of pottery making of the Cham people on the List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.