Cross-border game distribution drains revenue from Vietnam’s gaming industry

Local publishers estimate gaming revenue at $4.5 billion, but cross-border companies claim the lion’s share, highlighting the need for clearer policy and domestic support.

HCM City seeks private investment for phase 1 of HCMC - Moc Bai Expressway

The HCMC - Moc Bai Expressway project, with a total investment of VND 20,000 billion, is now open for investor interest as the city seeks partners for its initial phase.

Student with spinal muscular atrophy graduates from university with distinction

At the age of 2, she contracted spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and has used a wheelchair most of her life. Twenty years later, she now has a bachelor’s degree with distinction and plans to become a teacher.

Diners wait hours to be served at grilled chicken-feet restaurant

Located on a sidewalk corner of Quang Trung Street in Nam Dinh City, a grilled chicken feet restaurant has been well known over 30 years without using advertisements or signboards.

Two pilots found through mobile tracking following Yak-130 ejection

Vietnamese telecom providers assisted search teams in finding two pilots who ejected from their Yak-130 aircraft, leading to a timely rescue.

Powerful Typhoon Yinxing approaching East Sea with multiple direction changes

Typhoon Yinxing is projected to enter the East Sea by November 8, reaching peak intensity but expected to weaken upon approaching Vietnam’s coast due to a cold front.

Vietnam edges out Thailand to claim top spot in ASEAN futsal group

The Vietnamese futsal team stunned tournament hosts Thailand with a thrilling 3-2 comeback, securing their place as Group A leaders and advancing to the semifinals of the ASEAN Futsal Championship.

Vietnam's President Luong Cuong to attend APEC 2024 in Lima

President Luong Cuong is set to undertake his first official overseas visit, during which he will travel to Chile and Peru and participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2024 Leaders’ Week.

20 million young Vietnamese to gain livestream skills for digital growth

Vietnam is launching an ambitious program to equip 20 million young people with livestreaming skills, aimed at advancing the nation’s digital economy and fostering social responsibility.

Vietnam's high-speed rail: Moving forward with bold vision and clear purpose

After years of hesitation, Vietnam is making strides toward launching its North-South high-speed rail, a project that leaders envision as essential to national growth, connectivity, and global competitiveness.

Parents spend a lot of money to send children to IELTS preparation courses

Public opinion has influenced parents' decision to send their children to IELTS (the International English Language Testing System) preparation classes and put unnecessary pressure on children.

10-month export turnover witnesses sharp upswing

Import-export turnover during the past 10 months of the year reached close to US$650 billion, with export earning soaring by 14.9%, according to the latest report from the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Vietnamese paintings displayed at Asian Art Week in UK

VOV.VN - Works by four Vietnamese painters are being showcased during the 27th Asian Art Week in London in the UK, with the event drawing plenty of attention from local and international art lovers.

2NE1 returns to Vietnam

Famous Korean band 2NE1 have announced on their official Facebook page that they plan on returning to Vietnam in order to perform at a two-day concert in Ho Chi Minh City from February 15 to February 16.

Vietnam embraces new wave of investments: HSBC

With the nation recently enjoying a new wave of investment, foreign direct investment (FDI) is the tag word defining Vietnamese success today whilst being an essential source of fresh capital upholding the country’s aspirations to expand and grow.

Vietnamese and American businesses boost trade links

A trade connectivity conference between Vietnamese and American enterprises is set to be held on November 13 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam makes bold step to improve business climate: VCCI report

Vietnam’s business and investment climate is showing marked improvements following sustained reform efforts, with enhanced access to business-related information and regulations, reduced unofficial costs, and effective administrative reforms.

Ministry outlines key tasks to develop cultural industries

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on November 5 issued a plan to carry out the Prime Minister’s Directive No.30, dated August 29, 2024, on the development of cultural industries.

Typhoon Yinxing approaches East Sea, heavy rains shift south in Central Vietnam

Typhoon Yinxing is set to enter the East Sea in the coming days, potentially bringing intensified winds and rainfall to the region, while heavy rains in Central Vietnam shift southward and are expected to ease by November 8.

Public spaces or private sessions? Yoga performances stir controversy

Yoga, praised for its health benefits, is under fire as a trend of public performances in places like palaces and roads brings backlash from netizens.

Party chief’ emphasises building of streamlined, effective political system

Party General Secretary To Lam has freshly penned an article on building an elite, streamlined, strong, efficient, valid and effective political system.

Vietnam’s law code publicised

A conference was held in Hanoi on November 5 to review the task of codifying legal documents in 2019-2023 and publicise the code, with Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long attending.

Vietnam commits to promoting ACMECS cooperation

The trip affirms Vietnam’s external policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation, and diversification of international relations, and being a friend, trustworthy partner, and responsible member of the international community.

Vietnam’s WTO journey: From economic integration to global trade powerhouse

Vietnam's signing of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) accession protocol in Geneva on November 7, 2006, and its subsequent entry as the organisation's 150th member on January 11, 2007, marked a pivotal turning point in the nation's development.

New solutions needed for urgent power projects

Complicated and time-consuming investment and construction procedures are among the main reasons for the stagnation of urgent power projects, the Ministry of Industry and Trade's Electricity and Renewable Energy Authority has said.