VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 9

Vietnamese spring rolls become French's favourite food

Investors of delayed housing projects to be fined

Investors of housing projects that lag behind schedule will be fined VND400-600 million each, according to the Government’s newly-issued regulations.

The COVID generation: heading back to school with joy

Vu Minh Tri, an 8th grader in Hanoi, was reunited with his classmates for the first time after nine months on Tuesday.

Thu Thiem land auction: 2 winners cancel contract, 2 late in land use fee payment

The deadline for the first round of Thu Thiem land use fee payment has expired, yet none of the four winners of the land auction on December 10, 2021 perform its duty.

White plum blossom season in Mu Nau, Moc Chau

Moc Chau Plateau is entering the most beautiful days of the year, when everywhere is pure white with plum flowers. 

Garden, agricultural land attracts more investors

Garden and agricultural land is attracting buyers because of anticipated profits during “land fever” spells.

Vietnam's LNG market attracts investors

Investors are eyeing the Vietnamese liquefied natural gas (LNG) market since environmental protection has become a major factor in energy development in the country, experts have said.

 

Filling stations run out of petrol due to limited supply

A large number of petrol stations in several localities have suspended operations or have been forced to cut working hours over the past few days, reasoning that they have either faced losses or only received a limited supply of fuel.

Hue-Hoi An road trip voted among world's best travel experiences

The Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards has ranked a motorbike ride from Hue to Hoi An as the 12th best tourist activity in the world, under the 'Travel Experience' category.

Measures for helping Mekong Delta farmers break the stranglehold of rice paddy

According to Prof. Vo Tong Xuan, honorary rector of Nam Can Tho University, to spur the Mekong Delta's development, the  Government should implement the regional planning in a concrete way in line with natural conditions.

 

'Housewife' economy: the underground power of Vietnam’s economy

A particularity of Vietnam’s economy is the existence of the ‘housewife’ economy in every family, a self-sufficient economy in both urban and rural areas.

The desire for prosperity and the motivation for change

Leaving behind both successful and painful experiences during the two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, Vietnam needs to confidently move forward with the lessons of the past and with aspirations for a safer and more prosperous future.

Stingray hotpot – Vung Tau’s popular specialty

Stingray hotpot may sound like a somewhat bizarre fish dish, but it is actually one of the most popular seafood dishes in the coastal city of Vung Tau.

High-speed railways and Vietnam's options

High-speed railways in countries around the world currently run at a speed of 200-250km/hour. Vietnam plans to have a high-speed railway system in the next 10 years, but so far it has not yet been able to choose technology and train speed.

Land market hot in late 2021, new sales boom expected in 2022

When the State applies measures to stimulate demand and support economic recovery after a deflation period, the real estate market may become overheated if this is not controlled well, according to the Ministry of Commerce (MOC).

The echo of a drum-making village

Over a time spanning three consecutive years, traditional festivals have not been held and schools have applied online learning due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Therefore, drum-making villages are thought to face a tragic demise.

Petrol prices expected to jump

According to the Ministry of Finance’s Price Management Department, domestic petroleum prices may go up in the next review as a result of price increases in the world market.

2022 expectations: Electric car manufacturing to boom in Vietnam

A number of electric car manufacturers in Vietnam plan to launch electric vehicle models accompanied by preferential policies for users this year. Experts predict that 2022 will see a boom in the Vietnamese electric car market.

Motorbike taxis resume in Hanoi after six-month pause

Motorbike taxis can resume in Hanoi on Tuesday after a six-month year hiatus due to COVID-19, according to the capital city’s transport department.

Vietnamese Foreign Minister to visit RoK, attend SEARP meeting

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son will pay an official visit and attend a meeting of OECD Southeast Asia Regional Program (SEARP) in the Republic of Korea (RoK) from February 9-11.

Japanese partner ends strategic alliance agreement with Eximbank

Japanese shareholder Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has announced the termination of a strategic alliance agreement signed with Vietnam Export Import Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Eximbank).

Hanoi cinemas set to reopen on February 10 after months of closure

The administration of Hanoi has decided to reopen all cinemas throughout the capital city, starting on February 10, after months of closure due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vietnam receives Vero-Cell COVID-19 vaccine donated by China

The Ministry of National Defence received 300,000 doses of Vero-Cell COVID-19 vaccine presented by the Ministry of National Defence of China at a ceremony held at Noi Bai International Airport on February 8.

AC Energy acquires 49% of solar firm based in Vietnam

AC Energy (ACEN), a subsidiary of Filipino billionaire Jaime Zobel de Ayala’s Ayala Corp, has agreed to buy a 49% stake in Solar NT, a unit of Thailand’s Super Energy Corp. operating in Vietnam, according to forbes.com.

Aviation boom signals strong economic recovery

In the early days of 2022, Vietnam’s airports were packed with passengers, which was good news for the local aviation industry and a positive sign for strong economic recovery.