Both Hanoi and HCM City received a rather poor scores of CCC in the Technology aspect, while in terms of Structures, the capital city Hanoi fared a little better than the southern economic center (CC compared to CCC).

Vietnamese film "Việt and Nam" directed by Trương Minh Quý is listed for the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, however, Director of the Cinema Department Vi Kiến Thành said that the Cinema Department has not yet licensed the film to compete at the festival.

Four young artists (under-40) will be given awards from the city’s Fine Arts association for their contributions to the city’s fine arts activities and programmes over past years.

Many ministries and sectors affirmed that heated cigarettes are a tobacco product and therefore fall under the Law on Prevention and Control of Harmful Effects of Tobacco based on legal documents applied since 2012.

The Washington Mystics selected Truong whose Vietnamese name is Trương Thảo Vy from Gonzaga University in the 2024 WNBA Draft on April 16.

The VN Civil Aviation Authority held a meeting with representatives of airlines to consider increasing flights and seats and offering flexible airfare to meet the travel demand during the upcoming National Reunification Day and May Day holidays.

The central city of Da Nang’s Hai Chau district is set to pilot a pedestrian street on the western bank of the Han River in the end of April, on the occasion of the National Liberation Day (April 30) and May 1.

Vietnam will prioritise the protection of intangible cultural heritage at risk of fading away or being lost, and those of ethnic communities living in far-flung areas, according a newly-issued Government decree.

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee has asked the Government and the Prime Minister to investigate gold trading firms to promptly address any violations in business activities and possible market manipulation, amid soaring domestic prices.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received visiting CEO of Apple Tim Cook in Hanoi on April 16, who he once met in the US in September 2022.

Vietnam and Australia on April 16 vowed to strengthen climate and energy cooperation to achieve emissions reduction targets and promote sustainability in the region at the Australia-Vietnam Green Economy Summit.

The report studies the essential factors that define the region's appeal as the best location for offshore services and sheds light on the significant changes in the industry.

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Banh bot loc (Vietnamese tapioca dumpling), a specialty originating from the former imperial capital of Hue, has been selected as one of the world’s 35 tastiest dumplings by CNN.

On the occasion of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's birthday (April 14), leaders of countries and political parties have sent letters and messages of congratulations to the Party chief.

Cross-border beauty and personal care is a huge market for Vietnamese companies thanks to the growing realisation of gender equality in which more women are immersing themselves in the workforce globally.

Vietnam can become a symbol of happiness and wealth, not only in Southeast Asia, but also in the world, according to Prof Ha Vinh Tho.

Water use in agricultural production, along with thousands of irrigation and hydroelectric dams that ensure water source security pose deterioration and potential safety risks.

Many tours with attractive discount rates were offered at the Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) Hanoi 2024, but they were mostly outbound tours. Domestic tours were not selling well because of high tour fees.

Expressing their aspirations, the Ly brothers aim to bring home the gold medal and further promote pickleball, a sport that aligns well with the qualities of Vietnamese people and provides sports enthusiasm with more choices.

Sweet grilled banana is wrapped in sticky rice and soaked in rich coconut juice mixed with fragrant pandan leaves and topped with fried sesame.

Several of Vietnam’s banks are gearing up to list on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange, indicating a notable growth trajectory and an opportunity for capital augmentation.

Referring to the capital mobilization model applied by American International School Vietnam (AISV), financial experts say this is an unfair deal because of the risk of parents losing capital along with modest savings of only 10 percent.

McDonald's Vietnam has received the Golden Dragon Award for six consecutive years for its impressive achievements in the journey towards a green economy and sustainable development.

The exchange rates offered by the major banks have all hit the prescribed ceiling.