Int’l financial institutions commit to financing US$2.2 bln for Mekong Delta

Six international financial institutions have committed to financing US$2.2 billion in ODA and preferential loans for 20 sustainable development projects in the Mekong Delta in adaption to climate change during 2021-2025.

Vietnam to promote more local foods to attract tourists

Vietnam is seeking to promote more of its beloved national cuisine to international tourists, according to a project announced by the Viet Nam Culinary Culture Association (VCCA).

Despite regulations, 40 multi-storey buildings still built along 2 kilometers of road

The Ministry of Construction (MOC) has noted that regulations on adjustment of development plans are very strict. Adjusting these plans was one of the issues raised by reporters at the regular press conference held recently by the MoC.

Leading Vietnamese musicians to perform together

A concert featuring performances by young Vietnamese pianist Tran Giang Quang and renowned pianist Luong To Nhu will take place in the HCM City Opera House on June 27.

Technology to drive green product formulation and packaging development

Unilever Vietnam's "Clean Future" program aims to develop green products from the inside out through environmentally friendly formulas and packaging, which help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Coach Gong wants young players to get more V.League game-time

After a campaign that saw U23 Vietnam cruise to the AFC U23 Asian Cup quarter-finals, Gong Oh-kyun has proved himself to be the right man for the job.

Now is the time for sustainable Vietnamese certified natural rubber: experts

Experts have said that great market opportunities will open for Vietnam if sustainable natural rubber production receives adequate Government supports with enterprises determined to follow a sustainable development.

Stephane Tran Ngoc to play Paganini in Saigon

The Ho Chi Minh City Ballet, Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) will welcome celebrity violinist Stephane Tran Ngoc to perform as the soloist in Paganini’s First Violin Concerto in the Saigon Opera House on July 9.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 22

Danang Hi-Tech Park courts $59 million project from US investor

Korean international airport to reopen routes linking Vietnam

The Muan International Airport in the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s South Jeolla Province will allow the resumption of international flights, including those to Viet Nam, this July.

Keeping public debt below 60 per cent of GDP by 2030 targeted

Vietnam is targeting to control public debt below 60 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030 to ensure debt safety and national financial security.

Men-cosmetics’ startup raises millions of dollars from ‘sharks’

Owning many cosmetic products made in Vietnam and showing impressive sales achievements, Nerman has successfully persuaded ‘sharks’ to invest in it.

VN transgender beauty wins Best Talent at Miss International Queen 2022

Vietnamese representative Phung Truong Tran Dai was awarded the Best Talent sub-title on June 20 at the Miss International Queen 2022 currently taking place in Thailand.

Two naval ships of India to make goodwill visit to Vietnam this week

Two naval ships, INS Sahyadri and INS Kadmatt, are scheduled to arrive at Nha Rong Wharf for a goodwill visit to Ho Chi Minh City from June 24-26, according to the Indian Embassy in Hanoi.

Dive tourism suspension planned to protect coral reefs in Nha Trang Bay

The central province of Khanh Hoa is planning to suspend dive tourism activities in vulnerable coral reef areas in Nha Trang Bay in the face of reef degradation there.

Saving Vietnam's wild bird population

In an online cooking group where more than 2 million people learn to make better meals for their families, a popular home chef from Hai Phong City, who usually posts celebration meals she cooks for important events, had to remove a recent recipe.

Young artisan puts trendy twist on Bat Trang ceramics

Vu Nhu Quynh, an artisan in Bat Trang pottery village, is leading the charge in reviving pot making to promote and preserve traditional crafts.

Hanoi’s waste-to-energy plant still on trial run as garbage piles up on streets

A representative of the Soc Son waste-to-energy Plant affirmed that technically the plant can be put into operation but some administrative procedures are still needed.

Hanoi Metro incurred loss of $2.75m last year after opening Cat Linh-Ha Dong railway

The Hanoi Metro Company reported a loss of VND63.7 billion (US$2.75 million) in 2021 after the Cat Linh-Ha Dong Urban Railway was officially opened on November 6 last year.

VN products to face trade investigations with more FTAs

Vietnamese products are to face numerous trade defence measures in the future despite the large number of free trade agreements (FTAs) the country has signed, according to trade experts and policymakers.

HCM City tourism to go with the Sai Gon River flow

Waterway tourism is one of the new products that HCM City is promoting in order to facilitate recovery of its tourism industry.

A quacking Thanh Hoa delicacy, ginseng duck stew

The central province of Thanh Hoa is not only famous for its unique stone Ho Citadel, a world cultural heritage site, but also for various speciality foods.

Vietnam should not miss $37.5 billion market

Tea is among the top 10 key export agricultural products of Vietnam. However, instead of a sharp increase in export turnover like most other commodity groups, tea exports are declining.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 21

Ben Tre to hold first int’l symposium on blind Vietnamese poet

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 21

RoK extends anti-dumping probe into copper pipes from Vietnam