National Assembly doubles down on 2020 targets

Despite massive difficulties hitting the economy, the National Assembly has decided not to adjust socio-economic goals for 2020, especially the growth rate, saying efforts would be made to attempt to realise them.

Is Vietnam outstripping Thailand in rice exports?

Because of unprecedented difficulties, Thailand may be outstripped by Vietnam in rice exports this year, but this may only be for the short term.

High Command of Vietnam Coast Guard issues "Legal Handbook of Vietnam Coast Guard"

This handbook provides updated knowledge of the law on protection of sovereignty, ensuring security, order and safety at sea and the contents of the Law on Vietnam Coast Guard.

High Command of Coast Guard Region 1 inspects shooting skills, using K54 pistols and AK submachine guns, using real bullets

The High Command of Coast Guard Region 1 has organized drills to check the shooting skills using real bullets for its soldiers in 2020.

Pushing out the boundaries of sustainable maritime economy

With its long coastline, Vietnam has immense potential to develop its maritime economy. However, a multitude of issues related to pollution and waste need careful handling.

Startup uses high tech to popularize hat boi

Renewing hat boi (classical Vietnamese drama) with technology has increased interest in the art among young people as well as tourists.

Lang Son proposes new construction plan for $330 million Huu Nghi-Chi Lang Expressway

Lang Son People’s Committee has submitted the construction plan of Huu Nghi-Chi Lang Expressway to the Ministry of Planning and Investment

Pham Thi Hong Le the favourite for Ly Son marathon

SEA Games bronze medallist Pham Thi Hong Le is considered the favourite for the women’s marathon at the upcoming Tiền Phong Newspaper Marathon, Vietnam's longest-running marathon.

Institutional tweaks to open up EU investment

Although Vietnam’s adoption of trade and investment agreements with the European Union are expected to be a boon for Vietnam, it triggers a need for the country to continue intensifying regulatory reforms

Apple makes concessions to App Store developers

The tech giant will approve bug fixes to disputed apps and let developers appeal against its rulings.

Vietnam initiates plans to fend off second COVID-19 wave

While Vietnam has successfully brought the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) under control, maintaining the initial success means that preventive measures must be intensified and imported cases must be closely controlled.

Japanese supercomputer, crowned world's fastest, is fighting coronavirus

The newly crowned Fugaku system is analysing droplet spread in offices and public transport.

Farmers sow rice at night to avoid extreme heat in Hanoi

Hordes of farmers in Thanh Oai district of Hanoi have to bring flashlights with them to sow rice at night instead of doing so in the daytime when temperatures can reach above 40 degrees Celsius.

Evaluating the regionwide race for overseas investment

Currently, there is a movement of foreign direct investment (FDI) capital flow from China to other countries, especially in the ASEAN  region.

Alliance of airlines, travel and hotels to boost domestic tourism

Deals among airlines, travel companies and hotels are expected to help boost tourism as the sector deals with the ravages of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

 

Gia Lam Airport removed from the local civil airport plan

The Ministry of Transport has removed Gia Lam Airport in Hanoi out of the local civil airport plan.

Consumer buying habits change as online purchases increase in Vietnam

More food products have been bought online since the COVID-19 outbreak, online sellers have said.

Hundreds of VinMart+ stores will be closed

Under the management of Masan, hundreds of VinMart+ convenience stores will be closed this year.

Banks say money plentiful, but many businesses not borrowing

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) reported that as of the end of May, credit had grown by 1.96 percent compared with the end of 2019, lower than the 5.74 percent of the same period last year.

Two Vietnamese universities win place among QS rankings

Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), an education organisation based in the UK, announced on June 24 that two Vietnamese universities have made it into the QS Top 50 Under 50 2021, 

Museum opens space for propaganda posters

A space dedicated to propaganda posters was unveiled at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum on June 23 as part of activities celebrating the museum’s 54th founding anniversary (1966-2020).

Vietnam equity market draw back foreign bettors

Investment funds including Ashmore Group Plc and Coeli Asset Management SA have increased holdings in the US$174 billion market since March, while...

Ex-Googler becomes China’s second-richest person

Colin Huang prospered after leaving US company, thanks to his e-commerce business, Pinduoduo.

Australian fugitive 'found hiding in ship's air vent'

The sexual assault suspect had disappeared after being rescued from a yacht in rough seas, police say.

More bus routes in HCM City suspended

Three bus routes in HCM City will be suspended from next month due to their modest passenger numbers.