More real estate firms in HCM City cry for help

After 57 property businesses in HCM City proposed removing obstacles to 64 housing projects, 29 others have made the same petition as their 38 commercial and social housing and resettlement projects are having trouble with procedures.

Vingroup to issue international bonds in May

Vietnam’s largest private economic conglomerate Vingroup is scheduled to issue international bonds worth US$525 million in the first phase in May 2022.

Vietnam Fisheries Society opposes China’s East Sea fishing ban

The Vietnam Fisheries Society on May 4 voiced its strong opposition to China’s unilateral fishing ban in the East Sea, known internationally as South China Sea.

How history is taught needs to change: educators

Many educators have raised concerns about the Ministry of Education and Training’s new general education programme plan in which history will become an optional subject for high school students in the 2022-23 academic year.

Transforming energy in the race against climate change

Vietnam has set itself ambitious goals when it comes to climate neutrality, yet current schemes are being deemed insufficient by energy experts, who are now recommending following Europe’s framework for energy transition and carbon neutrality.

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Sprinter and hurdler Quach Thi Lan to be cauldron lighter at SEA Games opening

Sprinter and hurdler Quach Thi Lan has been selected to light the cauldron of the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) at the opening ceremony in Hanoi on May 12, according to the organiser.

Vietnam sets up six working groups to boost public investment disbursement

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh signed a decision on May 2 establishing six working groups to solve problems related to the disbursement of public investment.

Rising business confidence propping up production

Despite continuing supply chain disruption, domestic industrial production is still on an uptrend, promising a brighter picture for economic growth in Vietnam.

Falling into 30m abyss, Hanoi's woman rescued after 7 days

A woman has been rescued after falling off a cliff and spending a week in the wilderness.

Late painter breaks his own record at auction

The late Vietnamese painter Le Pho (1907-2001) has achieved a new record with the sale of Figures in a Garden, a three-panel painting that was originally displayed at a 1973 exhibition in Palm Beach.

Events canceled prior to SEA Games opening

Two more events have been canceled at the 31st SEA Games scheduled to start later this month in Vietnam.

Craftsman from Hoi An turns rough base of bamboo into sculptures of faces

In less than 30 minutes, the face of Mr. Phuc was chiseled out of a rough bamboo base made by Mr. Huynh Phuong Do.

Student crafts hundreds of remote-controlled airplanes that fly up to 180km per hour

Vo Hoang Hieu, 20, has built hundreds of radio-controlled (RC) model airplanes with his parents’ full support. His hobby has helped him beat his gaming addiction.

The touching love story of two small people

When the pair decided to get together, the girl's family was vehemently opposed for fear that the man of short stature would be unable to offer happiness to their daughter.

Gas stations rise to prominence as sites for classy photo shoots

Many young people are turning to roadside petrol stations as a preferred picture location.

Renowned history of artists’ mansion in Hanoi

The French-style mansion at No 65 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street once used to be proud of many artist generations in Hanoi.

Minimum wage revisions to protect low-paid workers in Vietnam: ILO

The new regional minimum wages, which have been agreed by members of the National Wage Council, will be effective on July 1, 2022.

Hoa Lo Prison sees sold-out tours after innovative service debuts

With new tourism services and social media use, Hoa Lo Prison has seen a big jump in the number of visitors.

Digital transformation in logistics: Key for competition in 42-billion-USD market

Vietnam’s logistics market is worth around 40-42 billion USD a year, and digital transformation among businesses is considered key to their success in this competitive market.

$120 million to be used to build 4 aircraft maintenance workshops at Long Thanh airport

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has submitted to the Ministry of Transport for appraisal and approval four investment projects on building aircraft maintenance workshops at Long Thanh Airport with a total investment of $119.7 million.

Painting tigers on dó paper

Boasting many vivid colours both strong and emotional, artist Nguyen Doan Ninh has introduced a collection of 48 tiger paintings on dó paper.

Top 7 most wonderful waterfalls in Vietnam

In addition to boasting magnificent natural beauty with rolling mountains and beautiful beaches with golden sands, Vietnam is famous for its amazing waterfalls lying across the country

HCM City to launch Saigon River cruise

Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism is planning to launch a three-hour cruise tour along the Saigon River that is expected to be among key tourism products in the area this year.