Tuong theatre set for centre stage

The classical Vietnamese theatre form tuong has faced difficulties in broadening its appeal to the general public, particularly the young, but this could be changing thanks to a series of programmes created by the Vietnam Tuong Theatre.

Vietnam railway system needs reform

Vietnam’s railways have become out of date after 100 years of use. Developing high-speed railways is a solution that has been discussed for years but no decision has ever been made.

Enterprises of agricultural export to China strive to adapt to new market regulations after COVID-19 impacts

China's increasing demand for imports of high-quality agricultural products has contributed to boosting the recovery of domestic production and export after the COVID-19 pandemic impacts.

Vietnam eyes 4 GW offshore wind power capacity by 2030

Vietnam will increase offshore wind power capacity to 4 GW from 1 GW and onshore wind power capacity to nearly 17.34 GW from about 1.26 GW by 2030, according to the latest draft of the National Power Development Plan VIII.

Petrol, animal feed, fertilizer prices cause higher production costs

The increase in price of fuels and input materials of many products has occurred in 2021. Notably, the price fever of many commodities has not shown any signs of "cooling down".

Vietnam wishes to lift ties with Japan to new height: Japanese media

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has granted an interview to the Japanese media ahead of his official visit to the Northeast Asian country, saying that Vietnam wishes to bring bilateral relations to a new height.

HCM City recommends 7-day mandatory quarantine for COVID-19 patients

The HCM City Department of Health has sought permission from the Ministry of Health for a seven-day quarantine period for fully vaccinated and asymptomatic cases with negative COVID-19 test results.

Vietnam team gear up for AFF Suzuki Cup

The Vietnamese national football team are gearing up for the AFF Suzuki Cup 2020.

Southern provinces strengthen COVID-19 prevention measures as cases increase

Many southern provinces have strengthened COVID-19 prevention measures as the number of locally transmitted cases has increased in the region.

Use of Fintech services rises 3.5 times in 4 years in Vietnam

In only four years, the rate of Vietnamese using services of Fintech companies has increased from 16% to 56%. 

Garment and textile exports likely to reach US$38 billion this year

With export turnover surging by 11% to reach approximately US$32 billion during the past 10 months of the year, the local garment and textile industry is anticipated to rake in roughly US$38 billion this year.

Hanoi's high school students may return to school next month

Given that the COVID-19 vaccination for children goes on at an expected pace, high school students in Hanoi will be allowed to return to school in December.

Fifth session of the National Assembly Standing Committee opens

The fifth session of the National Assembly Standing Committee opened yesterday.

 

Hanoi starts COVID-19 inoculation for children aged 15-17

Hanoi began vaccinating children aged 15-17 against COVID-19 from November 23 morning, using the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.

Prime Minister meets with former Japanese PM, head of parliamentary friendship alliance

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with former Japanese PM Suga Yoshihide and Chairman of the Japan - Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance Nikai Toshihiro in Tokyo on November 23.

Vietnam applies new technologies in e-commerce

E-commerce in Vietnam is estimated to grow by 53% in 2021, creating an impetus for the domestic digital economy to reach revenue of US$21 billion this year, according to a report released recently by Google, Temasek and Bain & Company.

Famous businesswomen meet in prison because of land irregularities

Nguyen Thi Loan, Chau Thi Thu Nga, Pham Thi Tuyet Nhung and Truong Thi Kim Soan, once famous businesswomen in the real estate market, have had to pay for their illegal business affairs.

The charm of Vietnamese ceramics in the flow of history

A collection of treasured pieces of ceramics are now on display at an exhibition themed ‘Vietnam Ceramics – A Separate Tradition: From the An Bien collection’.

Vietnam needs US$10 billion for urban wastewater treatment

Climate change has had a range of impacts on businesses and regions. One of the most urgent and challenging issues in urban areas today is drainage water management, anti-flooding task, and wastewater treatment.

Hanoi mulls policy over home quarantine of patients

The economy comprises many interwoven chains, and one province applying extreme measures can create a deadlock in the entire region and the country.

Banks await more foreign strategic investors

Several banks are currently issuing dividend paying shares as well as making strong efforts in finding more foreign strategic investors to increase capital. 

Trading value at stock market reaches record high

Cash keeps flowing into the stock market, including during trading sessions when the VN Index falls.

Vietnam aims to become a cashless country

Vietnam will continue to implement new technologies and policies in its bid to become a cashless country, said banking experts and policymakers in a conference on Friday discussing the current situation of cashless technology in the country.

Government invests in 12 more projects along North-South Expressway

The Government proposed another 12 projects covering 729km of road on the North-South Express, according to the Ministry of Transport.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 22

Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Nguyen Tat Thanh attended a ceremony to inaugurate the Vietnam-Australia Trade and Investment Promotion Centre on November 20.