Cost-cutting measures aid debt drop

Vietnam is witnessing a strong reduction in its public debt following its close control of the issue, with the government exercising a stringent policy on increasing revenues and reducing expenditures.

Ba Dinh Square hosts flag raising ceremony to mark National Day

A flag-raising ceremony was held on September 1 in Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi to commemorate the 77th anniversary of National Day, an event which first took place on September 2, 1945.

10 reasons why Son Doong Cave is one of the world’s great wonders

The Oxalis Adventures has given 10 reasons why Son Doong Cave in the central province of Quang Binh is one of the world’s great wonders, with the site being one that all travelers should visit at least once in their lives.

Big opportunity for Vietnam to welcome new FDI wave

Many indicators show that Vietnam has opportunities for large-scale foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows. However, this will depend on Vietnam's policy response.

Striker Nhu makes history as first Vietnamese female player going abroad

Huynh Nhu has officially signed a contract with Portuguese side Lank FC Vilaverdense, making a turning point for Viet Nam's football history as the Vietnamese player competing abroad.

Vietnam’s seafood exporters suffering with euro fluctuation

Following exchange fluctuations, Vietnamese seafood exporters are now faced with catastrophic changes in their orders, forcing them to lower export prices or find other solutions to stay competitive in the long run.

Order cuts put brakes on wood enterprises

Profits of many industrial sector companies are slowing down, preventing recovery of the economy, and wood and timber groups are feeling the pinch perhaps more so than others.

Authorities repatriate over 600 citizens lured to work illegally in Cambodia

The Foreign Ministry and Vietnam’s representative agencies in Cambodia have coordinated with the two countries’ authorities to safely repatriate over 600 citizens who had been tricked or lured to Cambodia for illegal work so far.

Logistics industry’s potential yet to be maximised

Vietnam’s logistics industry has yet to have its potential fully tapped, and the country needs timely solutions to meet the surging demand for logistics infrastructure.

Publishers enhance history books to lure readers

As the trend of book collecting becomes popular in Vietnam, many publishing houses have decided to renew and enhance history books in order to satisfy readers’ interest in collecting these kinds of books.

Vietnam stepping up global tech supply

Amid stiffening competition, Vietnamese tech firms are strengthening their global footprints, contributing to increasing the position of local digital products and services in the global supply and value chain.

Labor exports and $10 billion worth of overseas remittances

The average annual income of overseas Vietnamese workers is VND200 million and guest workers send $10 billion a year to relatives in Vietnam. However, labor quality remains problematic.

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State leader hosts ceremony marking 77th National Day

Some Vietnamese air carriers stop checking baggage tags at airports

Some local airlines have stopped checking tags of checked baggage at the exit of domestic arrival terminals to save time, reduce procedures, and create a smooth flow for passengers.

Vietnamese tax agency asks Netflix to pay taxes

The General Department of Taxation has sent an official dispatch requesting Netflix to fulfill its tax declaration and payment obligations in accordance with Vietnamese tax law.

Vietnam’s most modern expressway: Van Don - Mong Cai in photos

The VND13 trillion Van Don-Mong Cai expressway in Quang Ninh province officially opens to traffic on September 1.

Trade Ministry forms three fuel inspection teams

Due to the recent fuel supply disruptions, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has decided to establish three inspection teams to look into the operations of fuel trading businesses.

Thanh Hoa woman killed by pit bull

A woman in the northern central province of Thanh Hoa has just been killed by a pit bull.

Lẩu cù lao is top of the hotpots in the Mekong Delta

Visitors to the Mekong Delta region often rave about the rich and tasty hotpots, with lẩu cù lao being a particular favourite.

Joint emergency response to prevent imminent extinction of Asian ‘unicorn’

The saola, one of the world’s rarest animals, is getting a critical emergency boost from the European Union, Re:wild and WWF-Viet Nam to prevent its extinction.

Vietnam records 62 deaths by dengue fever in 8 months

Vietnam has recorded as many as 165,844 dengue fever cases in January-August 2022, including 62 deaths, according to the Ministry of Health's lastest report.

10 experiences in Vietnam everyone must try at least once

Travel site The Culture Trip has listed 10 experiences in Vietnam that everyone should try in their lifetime.

Hue preserves quintessence of Vietnamese traditional crafts

Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam, is home to many traditional crafts, including special ones originating from mandarin workshops or ancient craft villages specialising in serving mandarins.

Lenders juggle with tax info obligations

Cybercriminals and exposure of account information remain significant barriers for all stakeholders, with commercial banks now required to identify and collect holding information of customers to relevant authorities to fulfil tax obligations.