Volleyballer Thuy confirmed to make history with a deal playing in Turkey

Vietnamese most successful volleyball player Tran Thi Thanh Thuy will make a new high note in career as she will join the world’s strongest league in the next few weeks.

Cryptocurrency is not banned in Vietnam: Ministry

Cryptocurrency is not banned in Vietnam but it is necessary to develop a legal framework to ensure its on-track development and prevent risks, a representative from the Ministry of Justice has said.

Vietnamese Embassy in Israel issues warning amid escalating tension

The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel on April 12 recommended Vietnamese nationals residing, studying, and working in the Middle East country to proactively take security measures amid the escalating tension between Israel and Iran.

Creative economy to bring numerous opportunities for Vietnam: CIEM

Vietnam should promote the development of the creative economy in order to benefit from the numerous opportunities brought by it, the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) suggested.

Hanoi promotes experiential tourism linked to heritage, trade villages

Hanoi, home to a large number of cultural and historical sites and craft villages, is taking measures to develop experiential tourism to attract more visitors to the over-1,000-year-old capital.

Vietnam’s economy maintains growth despite global uncertainties

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has maintained its previous forecast about Vietnam’s economic growth in 2024, despite uncertain global conditions.

Children study with private tutors prior to school, seek entry in top schools

The race to enroll children in star schools in Hanoi is as stiff as the competition to enter university.

'Natural agriculture' model yields high profits for farmers

The rice-shrimp farming model brings turnover of up to VND1 billion per hectare per year, according to Minh Phu, known as Shrimp King.

Young man ushers Binh Phuoc into digital agriculture era

He rose to prominence through groundbreaking innovations in agricultural technology, leading the charge in ushering Binh Phuoc Province into the era of digital agriculture.

The birthplace of Hanoi's iconic beer glasses

About 100 kilometres from Hà Nội’s centre, Xối Trì Village in Nam Định Province is a famous place for traditional glass blowing work. From basic tools, residents here could produce unique beer glasses by hand.

Female scientist dedicated to marine toxin research

As a Vietnamese pioneer in researching marine toxins – a challenging research area – she initially faced many difficulties in approaching and developing research methods.

Journey of a reel warrior

Martial artist Ben Eagle aims to inspire young people, especially children, to think more positively and dare to stand up against wrongdoing.

STEM education vital for development of preschoolers

Kindergartens are proactively integrating STEM in their curriculum to foster students’ holistic development through experiential activities and interdisciplinary learning.

Sustainable tourism blooms in Muong La

With its predominantly mountainous terrain at an average altitude of 500-700m above sea level, Muong La offers a diverse range of natural wonders that promise to captivate every visitor.

Hotel booking app reveals holiday homes trend

A survey of various generations and demographic groups in Việt Nam revealed a tapestry and variety of priorities and desires for their holiday homes, reported the Holiday Homes Outlook Report for Asia Pacific by Booking.com.

HCM City piloting electric vehicle service for sightseeing

HCM City has begun an electric vehicle service that will take tourists to sightseeing and amusement places.

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NA Chairman wraps up official visit to China

As electricity use climbs, businesses urged to arrange shifts in off-peak hours

Because electricity consumption has been at a high level, Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) has proposed a policy encouraging enterprises to operate production during off-peak hours.

Vietnam has youngest squad at U23 Asian Cup 2024

The national U23 football team has been recognised as the youngest squad competing at the 2024 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U23 Asian Cup finals which will run from April 15 to May 3 in Qatar.

Vietnamese film to compete at 2024 Cannes Film Festival

Vietnamese movie “Việt và Nam” (known as “Viet and Nam” in English) will vie for a prize at the Cannes Film Festival 2024, which is scheduled to take place from May 14 to May 25 in France.

Gold prices hit new record high at VND85 million per tael

Gold prices in the domestic market maintained an upward trend on April 12, with gold bars reaching a new high of VND85 million per tael, and gold rings setting new record of VND78.20 million per tael.

Hanoi to host Korean Culture Road Festival 2024

A Korean Culture Road Festival 2024 organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea (RoK) in Vietnam is set to be held from April 13 to April 14 in Hanoi.

Top places across Vietnam for Hung Kings' Commemoration Day

Ninh Binh, Hoi An, and Vung Tau are among the unmissable destinations near Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City for tourists to head to in order to enjoy during the Hung Kings' Commemoration Day.

NA Chairman receives leaders of Chinese corporations

Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue hosted receptions for leaders of several Chinese corporations in Kunming city, Yunnan province, on April 12 as part of his official visit to China.

Binh Duong to host Horasis China Meeting 2024

Horasis China Meeting 2024 will take place in the southern province of Binh Duong on April 14 – 16, featuring six plenary sessions and 24 dialogues, according to Vice Chairman of the provincial People's Committee Mai Hung Dung.