Transport ministry clamps down on taxi drivers overcharging at Tan Son Nhat Airport

The Ministry of Transport has announced a plan to strengthen inspection and crack down on taxi drivers' illegal practices, such as enticing passengers, overcharging or refusing to take passengers at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in HCM City.

Education investment dips increasingly into edtech

Despite the influx of investment and the rapid pace of development, at the moment, there is no specific legal framework for edtech under Vietnamese law.

Automobile sale strongly rebounds in 7 months

Automobile sales in Vietnam posted a month-on-month increase of 20% and a year-on-year surge of 88% in July, the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA) reported on August 11.

Authorities warn transport companies on fare prices

Fuel prices have fallen back to the pre-January level, but many transport firms still refuse to adjust their fares, according to authorities.

Hanoi handles over 700 long-stalled projects

Hanoi City has reviewed and handled over 700 long-delayed projects covering a total area of more than 5,000 hectares to speed up the investment in and completion of the projects and avoid a waste of land.

Vietnam to develop game industry: official

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) is developing a strategy with specific goals and norms to develop the game industry, said Le Quang Tu Do, deputy director of the Authority of Broadcasting, Television and Electronic Information.

Five Vietnamese skaters to compete at int'l figure skating competition

Five Vietnamese skaters will compete at the 2022 International Skating Union (ISU) Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating which will take place in the Czech Republic from August 31- September 3, and in Italy from October 12-15.

Vietnam stays ready for trade talks with US to address arising problems

Vietnam is willing to hold trade talks with the United States to timely solve arising problems and strengthen bilateral economic, trade and investment relations, in the interest of businesses and people of the two countries.

First-ever Namaste Vietnam Festival to take place in HCM City

Ho Chi Minh City is set to host the first-ever “Namaste Vietnam Festival" from August 12 to September 12 to mark 75 years of Indian Independence and 50 years of Vietnam – India diplomacy this year.

Vietnam, UN sign strategic framework for sustainable development cooperation

A Strategic Framework for Sustainable Development Cooperation (CF) between the Government of Vietnam and all UN resident and non-resident agencies in Vietnam for the 2022-2026 period was signed in Hanoi on August 11.

Vietnam promotes relations with both US and China, FM spokesperson

Vietnam wants to promote relations with both the United States and China, and expects both sides will exercise restraint for global peace, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Le Thi Thu Hang said at a regular press briefing on August 11.

Vietnam – new stop for semiconductor producers

Samsung Electronics’ plan to manufacture semiconductor products in Vietnam has sparked the hope that the Southeast Asian nation will be a new stop for the semiconductor industry.

Blockchain projects preferring long-term partnerships

With the blockchain market showing signs of recovery and the amount of capital increasing sharply in recent weeks globally, investors are now more confident in seeking out stronger connections to move forward.

Tourism Minister proposes extending for implementation of preferential policies

The Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism suggested extending the implementation of support policies until 2023 to help tourism businesses overcome difficulties caused by the pandemic as travel businesses are still facing difficulties.

Quang Ninh to develop big-ticket tourism project

The government of Quang Ninh Province is set to develop a luxury tourism project at a total cost of over VND24.8 trillion, or US$1 billion, in Van Don District.

Vu Lan Festival: A cultural activity with Buddhist philosophy in Vietnam

The festival is an opportunity to remember the merits of parents and ancestors.

Minister of Public Security supports legal betting to fight illicit online gambling

Minister of Public Security To Lam says that the government’s decree on betting is expected to help reduce illegal online betting.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES AUGUST 11

NA Standing Committee adopts resolutions on establishment of administrative units

Retail oil and petrol prices fall for fifth consecutive time

Vietnam decided on Thursday to further lower retail prices of oil and petrol on Thursday, the fifth consecutive time since late June.

Vietnamese Gov’t issues national strategy to combat new cyber security challenges

Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam has ratified the national cyber security strategy in response to cyberspace challenges till 2025 with a vision towards 2030.

Vietnam to import vaccines and drugs to treat monkeypox

Drugs containing the active ingredients Tecovirimat, Brincidofvir, Cidofovir, and Probenecid are those recommended by WHO.

Finland third EU country to suspend recognition of Vietnam’s new passports

The embassy of Finland in Hanoi said the reason for the non-recognition is due to the lack of place of birth on the new passports.

Miss World 2021 Karolina Bielawska arrives in Vietnam

Reigning Miss World Karolina Bielawska arrived in Vietnam on August 10 as a special guest of the finale of Miss World Vietnam 2022 slated for August 12 evening.

VND207 trillion worth of property bonds to fall due in 2023-2024

Bad debt in the real estate sector is projected to surge as property bonds worth over VND207.8 trillion will fall due in 2023 and 2024.

More than 300 businesses attend ASEAN Online Sale Day 2022

ASEAN Online Sale Day 2022, part of activities marking the 55th founding anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), kicked off on Monday, drawing more than 300 businesses from the region.