Vietnamese Embassy working with UK authorities following discovery of human remains

Representatives from the Vietnamese Embassy in the UK are working with local police following the discovery of human remains in a building in Manchester.

US-funded project to modernise universities in Vietnam

A five-year project costing US$14.2 million funded by the United State Agency for International Development (USAID) will help to modernise three universities in Vietnam to become high-quality higher education institutions.

Dinh Hong Quan to defend IBF title

International Boxing Federation (IBF) champion Dinh Hong Quan will defend his title on July 30 at The Grand Ho Tram Resort in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province.

Cross-border wildlife trafficking discovered in An Giang

Border guards of the Mekong Delta province of An Giang that borders Cambodia has reported it has detected a case of wildlife trafficking.

Special Korean programme set excite HCM City residents

The “My Soul Seoul in Ho Chi Minh” tourism promotion event is scheduled to be held on August 2 at the GEM Center in the southern metropolis.

Vietnam aim for Top 4 finish at 2022 ASEAN Para Games

Vietnamese disabled athletes left for Indonesia on July 26 as they go to compete at the 11th ASEAN Para Games with the aim of winning 40 gold medals and clinching a Top 4 finish in the medal tally.

DOC promotes peace, trust, cooperation between ASEAN, China: Former FM

The Declaration of the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC) has contributed to promoting peace, trust and cooperation between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China.

Rising quality key to sustainable farm exports to the EU

Local firms have no other alternative but to opt for higher product quality to ensure sustainable exports to the EU market.

Action plan on electric vehicles signed

In 2022-2030, Vietnam plans to shift to using electric vehicles for road transport. By 2050, 100 percent of buses and taxis would use electricity and green energy.

Sons, daughters of famous businesspeople leave top posts

Some young sons and daughters from famous business families have unexpectedly resigned from their posts after gaining achievements.

Food prices still high despite petrol price cuts

From its peak, petrol prices have fallen by 20.7-25.6 percent to the level of five months ago. However, food and foodstuff prices have not dropped.

Food, consumer goods decline sluggishly

Although gasoline prices have dropped sharply, many products have merely decreased slightly or kept their old prices.

Clear and effective policies help mitigate external shock impact

Despite the global economy enduring an array of unpredictable fluctuations, the timely introduction and effective implementation of Government policies have contributed to Vietnam avoiding external shocks whilst also promoting growth.

Petrol prices cool, cost pressure reduced

Falling petrol prices have given cheer to people and businesses and may stimulate consumer demand in the near future.

Business results suffer from securities investments in Q2

As the financial report season begins, besides companies announcing large profits with strong growth, many saw great losses in the second quarter of 2022.

Vietnamese shares fall as large-caps drag

Heavyweight stocks dragged Vietnamese’s blue-chip share indices lower on Tuesday, pressuring the overall stock market amid weakening market sentiment.

Apartment prices continue to rise because of supply shortage

Apartment prices in Hanoi have been increasing, now hovering around VND40 million per sq m.

Tasks, solutions set to fulfill COP26 commitments

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh on July 25 signed a decision approving the project on tasks and solutions to implement outcomes of the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26).

Agencies join efforts to prevent child drowning

An inter-sector signing ceremony for a commitment to boost efforts in preventing child drowning in Vietnam was held on Monday.

HCM City calls for US investment to 10 major projects

Ho Chi Minh City has called on US enterprises to invest in 10 major projects of the city, especially those in infrastructure construction.

Joint-stock banks reap high profits, threaten positions of state-owned Big 4 banks

Several commercial banks reported profits higher than VND10 trillion for the first half of the year.

Vietnamese fruit exports to China fall as consumption drops

Eleven Vietnamese fruits have been allowed to be exported to China through official channels. However, Chinese  consumption decreased during the pandemic, and, as a result, Vietnam’s exports to the market fell by $400 million in H1.

Vietnam’s largest waste-to-power enters use

The first phase of Vietnam’s largest waste-to-power plant became operational on July 25.

Vietnam win their opening at AFF U18 Women’s Championship

Vietnam trounced Singapore 9-0 in their opening Group A game at the AFF U18 Women’s Championship on July 24 in Palembang, Indonesia.

Credit demand set to grow in the final half of 2022

In the last half of 2022, banks may ease loan conditions so that more customers could access credit, given the positive economic outlook and their improving financial capacity.