Vietnamese investment overseas hits nearly US$120 million in Q1

Vietnam’s outbound investment in the first quarter of the year reached nearly US$119.5 million, equivalent to 56.5% compared to the same period last year, according to the Foreign Investment Agency.

Telecom network successfully deploys Vietnamese standards

Viettel has put into use the last product of the telecommunication network ecosystem that it has researched and developed. The event marks Vietnam’s success in "Vietnamizing" its core telecommunication network.

Math taught at VN schools equal to first year math at university: expert

Many people, especially parents, believe that math taught at high schools in Vietnam is too difficult and theoretical, and therefore, impractical.

Experts warns of potential chickenpox outbreak in Hanoi

The number of chickenpox infections recorded in Hanoi since the beginning of the year have increased by nearly 140 times compared the same period from last year, according to the Hanoi Center for Disease Control (CDC).

First Vietnamese terminal achieves four-star international standard

Da Nang International Terminal has officially become the first and only terminal in Vietnam to receive a four-star rating from SkyTrax, said Do Trong Hau, deputy general director of Da Nang International Terminal Investment and Operation JSC (AHT).

Ministry of Public Security releases corruption, criminal case numbers for Q1

As many as 218 cases of corruption and position-related crimes with 708 individuals involved were detected in the first quarter of this year, the Ministry of Public Security revealed at a press conference on March 28.

Made-in-Vietnam virtual assistant Kiki becomes popular

Kiki, which can communicate with Vietnamese users by voice, is often integrated into smart speakers and cars.

Seven things international travelers should consider in Vietnam

International tourists can have a better travel experience in the beautiful Asian country with warnings and advice from a British expat in Hanoi.

Shrimply delicious: Tay Ninh’s salty and spicy muối ớt tôm

The delectable mixture of salt, chilli, garlic, sugar, and dried shrimp creates a unique flavour profile that is both spicy and salty, with a powdery sweetness from the shrimp.

Organ donation – the humane deeds of high-school teachers, students

Teachers and students of a high school in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province have pledged to donate organs posthumously to save people and for scientific purposes.

Another Dak Lak elephant dies

A 49-year-old elephant in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak has died from illness and exhaustion.

Vietnam closely monitors Chinese survey vessel in EEZ

Vietnam is keeping a close watch on the track of China’s geological exploration vessel 4 which is operating in the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), said a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Secretariat expels provincial officials from Party

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong chaired a meeting of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat on March 28 to consider disciplinary measures against incumbent and former officials of Hoa Binh and Ha Nam provinces and Hai Phong city.

Vietnam, RoK agree to strengthen defence ties

Vietnamese Minister of National Defence and his Republic of Korea counterpart Lee Jong-sup agreed to strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation during their talks in Seoul on March 28.

Foreign Minister holds online talks with Chinese counterpart

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son held online talks with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang on March 28, during which they agreed to intensify all-level exchanges.

New FDI approvals plunge in Q1/2023

Although the number of new FDI projects approved in the first quarter this year grew over the same period in 2022, their capital pledges edged down.

Culture Trip shares surprises while enjoying beer in Vietnam

Vietnam is one of the leading countries in beer consumption in Asia. Bia hoi (draught beer) is a favorite choice of many Vietnamese on hot summer days. But do foreign tourists know how to drink bia hoi like a local?

Vietnamese students win awards in Stanford University competition

Two first-year students from Vietnam are among the winners at Stanford University's TreeHacks - a technology competition for students. The team developed a VR glass device for debate training.

Vietnam enters Top 5 destinations for summer vacation

UK travel magazine Expedia has listed Vietnam among its Top 5 international destinations that visitors should visit this summer.

Five caves discovered in Quang Binh province

Five caves were recently discovered in Lam Hoa commune of Tuyen Hoa district in the central province of Quang Binh by experts of the British Royal Cave Association.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 28/2023

PM orders close coordination to remove obstables to property market

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 28/2023

Top Vietnamese, Chinese legislators hold online talks

CAAV to trial biometric authentication at Van Don airport

Following a test operation at the Cat Bi International Airport in Haiphong City, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) will introduce biometric authentication technology at the Van Don International Airport in Quang Ninh Province.

Vietnam considers unilateral visa waivers for more countries

The government is going to ask the National Assembly to consider granting electronic visas to citizens of all countries and territories.

Places not to be missed when traveling to Can Tho

Although Can Tho province has seen fast economic growth, it still retains the typical cultural features of the Mekong River region. Here are its most attractive places: