Government to write new draft on bad debt settlement

The national legislature has requested the Government to write a draft to prepare for the expiration of Resolution 42 on bad debt settlement and hand in the draft no later than May 2023, but insiders say the deadline is tight.

Prices rise as people tighten purse strings, retailers warned of difficulties

Retailers are facing difficulties as high inflation has affected consumer spending. Cao Thi Ngoc Dung’s PNJ and Truong Gia Binh’s FRT, for example, have seen their capitalization value drop by trillions of dong.

The peaceful charm of Yen Thinh beckons visitors

More than 100 kilometers from the capital city of Hanoi, Yen Thinh Commune in Huu Lung District, Lang Son Province, is where tourists can immerse themselves in nature.

Bidding procedures in healthcare sector are too complex, hospitals face medicine shortage

Experts say it is necessary to change the thinking about public procurement in the healthcare sector and quickly settle problems in regulations and drug bidding procedures.

Teen striker Viet proves goalscoring talent

Nguyen Quoc Viet shined brilliantly to be honoured as the top scorer in the tournament recently held in Indonesia.

War Invalids and Martyrs Day observed in Hanoi

A ceremony was held in Hanoi on July 24 to mark the 75th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day, with the attendance of President Nguyen Xuan Phuc, along with State leaders and 450 representatives of millions of people

Quang Ngai’s famed mackerel specialties

Many local delicacies use mackerels from the sea of Quang Ngai Province as their hero ingredient. The two most popular ones are mackerels in hot pure fish sauce and mackerels cooked with pickled muskmelon.

VND8-trillion public investment approved for bridge in Mekong Delta

The Government has approved an VND8 trillion-plus budget for the first phase of the Dai Ngai Bridge linking the Mekong Delta provinces of Tra Vinh and Soc Trang.

New Deputy Auditor General in charge of State Audit of Vietnam announced

Party secretary of northern Hoa Binh Province Ngo Van Tuan has been assigned as the Secretary of the Party delegation to and Deputy Auditor General in charge of the State Audit of Vietnam (SAV).

Steel manufacturers report losses as demand plunges

The warning by billionaire Tran Dinh Long has come to fruition: many steel manufacturers are facing serious difficulties.

Non-cash payments to change status of digital economy

From Q1 2021 to Q1 2022, the number of online transactions in Vietnam increased twofold, and transaction value increased by three times. These are important factors that help develop the digital economy.

The cities/provinces that top Vietnam's rankings

Hanoi, HCM City and several other localities can be proud of always being at the top of rankings on budget collections, FDI attraction, competitiveness, and people’s wealth.

Coach Park Hang-seo on mission to promote young Vietnamese players

Coach Park Hang-seo has said he and the Vietnam men’s football squad will make efforts to meet their goals this year, and work to promote young Vietnamese footballers.

Can Tho plans to host festivities to promote tourism

The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta city of Can Tho is planning to host many cultural and tourism events this year to attract more visitors and promote its tourism.

Da Lat City's attractive tourist destinations

With amazing sights and sounds, Da Lat City in the Central Highlands is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Vietnam.

Vietnam yet to record monkeypox cases, but high risk projected

Although no cases of monkeypox had been recorded in Vietnam as of July 24, the risk of this disease entering the country is very high, according to experts.

Ministry urges Dong Nai Province to complete roads leading to Long Thanh Airport

The Ministry of Transport has called on Dong Nai Province to soon start construction of two roads leading to the under-construction Long Thanh International Airport, the country’s largest.

HCM City expands pedestrian streets to 22 routes

HCM City will turn another 22 streets into pedestrian streets on weekends between 2022 and 2025.

HCM City to host “Cambodia Night” event this September

The Cambodian Ministry of Tourism is scheduled to host the “Cambodia Night” event on September 8 at the International Travel Expo in Ho Chi Minh City.

What did Vietnam’s industry ministry respond to instant noodle warnings of the EU?

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has established a working group to inspect production lines and supervise on a large scale of instant noodles consumed in the domestic market, imported instant noodles, and instant noodles for export.

HCMC in growth momentum

The June 2022 Report on HCMC’s macroeconomy said the city’s economy has almost got back to its high-growth path. Certain industries have hit or exceeded their pre-pandemic growth rates.

Unavoidable interest rate hikes

Banks’ recent deposit rate hikes indicate a liquidity crunch.

Vietnam becomes world’s sixth largest fibre, yarn exporter

Vietnam has surpassed the Republic of Korea to become the world’s sixth largest fibre and yarn exporter after shipping abroad 2.37 billion USD worth of these items in the first five months of 2022.

Vietnam to become leader in global blockchain industry

Huy Nguyen, vice chairman of the Vietnam Blockchain Association, said Vietnam has become an emerging market for blockchain thanks to its achievement in digital transformation and digital economy.

Six Senses Con Dao named among 15 best resorts in Asia

Located in the southern province of Ba Ria Vung Tau, Six Senses Con Dao has been listed among the leading 15 resorts in Asia by the US travel magazine Travel + Leisure.