Overseas Vietnamese continue to find VN real estate market irresistible

Hoang Cong Khuong has lived in Poland since 2002, and he and his wife run a small business there.

NA deputy’s statement about career guidance, tertiary education stirs controversy

A National Assembly deputy's statement that "having three bachelor’s degrees but remaining unemployed is a reality in Vietnam" has stirred controversy.

Kon Ha Nung to promote World Biosphere Reserve recognition

The central highlands Gia Lai Province, in co-operation with Man and the Biosphere Programme, an intergovernmental scientific programme of UNESCO, has completed a dossier for the World Biosphere Reserve recognition of Kon Ha Nung Highlands.

Vietnam digital technology’s challenges’ can lead to solutions for society’s 'pains'

Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Huy Dung said that platforms used in digital technology need to be born from the "pains" of society and solve challenges facing society.

Finance ministry turns to stock market for greater transparency in SOE equitization

This would be the first step for Vietnam’s state firms to list shares on international stock exchanges.

Government of new term to pursue reform, taking action

Former Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has left an indelible mark on the socio-economic development of the country. The newly-elected Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will continue that strong reform thinking.

Sky Gate project offers artworks in digital form

“Cong Troi” (Sky Gate), a project offering Vietnamese artworks in digital form, is expected to expose Vietnamese art to collectors worldwide.

Thriller from Vietnamese-American film director to be released in 12 countries

Thiên Thần Hộ Mệnh (The Guardian), a production by Vietnamese-American director Victor Vu, will be distributed in cinemas in 12 countries after its premiere in Vietnam on April 30. 

Quang Ninh Province awakens

From mainly relying on coal mining, Quang Ninh rose to become a rich province through the development of tourism and services. But the Covid-19 pandemic has helped Quang Ninh "wake up" and realize its "Asin's heel".

HCM City gets green light to trial electric buses

HCM City has received approval from the Government to operate electric buses on regular public routes.

Hackers attack critical IT systems by exploiting vulnerabilities

Of nearly 1 million cyber-attacks on critical IT systems handled annually by the Network Information Security Center of the Government Cipher Committee, attacks that exploited vulnerability accounted for more than 87%.

Mekong Delta long-term future relying on renewables

The latest draft of the country’s power development plan puts focus on renewable energy development – however, the Mekong Delta should see more attention in the development of renewables to protect its assets in the long run.

Vietnam Airlines’ stock put on warning list

The Hochiminh Stock Exchange (HoSE) has decided to put the HVN stock of Vietnam Airlines on the warning list from April 15 as its 2020 after-tax profit was reported at negative VND10.9 trillion.

Vietnam to become ICT powerhouse in next decade

Emphasizing ICT as the field that will lead Vietnam's digital economy, Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung said that we must become an ICT powerhouse not in 2045 but in the next decade (2021-2030).

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Fruit, vegetable sector targets export revenue of $10 billion 

Young man with a passion for collecting old currency

30-year-old Phung Van Hung has pursued his hobby of tracking down old currency for more than a decade. To him, the notes help people know more about cultural and historical values of a nation.

Mekong Delta needs more investment in transport infrastructure

Investment in transport infrastructure in the Mekong Delta is key to boosting exports of local agricultural and seafood products, according to experts.

 

Man collects vintage timepieces from far and wide

After 15 years of research, he now owns dozens of valuable vintage clocks that fill his cozy house.

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Ex-leaders of State-owned steel firms stand trial

Spirit of serving the country part of corporate culture of tech-firms

If businesses want to continue to develop, the spirit of serving the country must be incorporated into their culture, becoming a philosophy of development.

Foreign policy helps realise the nation's aspirations and vision: Minister

The newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son talks to local media on his new role and the foreign policy priorities needed to aid Vietnam's development and raise the country's international standing.

Materials industry faces shortage of qualified staff, researchers

Vietnam has advantages to develop a materials industry but has not developed in line with its potential, Tran Tuan Anh, head of the Central Economic Commission, said at a conference held on April 10 in HCM City.

Quang Ngai Province shelves UNESCO geopark recognition plans

Despite having prepared a dossier for the UNESCO recognition of the Ly Son-Sa Huynh Global Geo-Park last November, local authorities have shelved plans to apply for the park's recognition after years of efforts.

Why are Vietnamese dishes favourites with foreigners?

The cuisine found in the northern region of Vietnam has been hailed by many international media outlets such as Cable News Network (CNN) and the World Records Union (WorldKings) of the United States for their uniqueness and delicacies.