Batch of deals propels LNG-to-power projects

The signing of a series of agreements to develop billion-dollar liquefied natural gas-to-power projects is expected to create a “big bang” and improve the ranking of US investment in Vietnam.

Black credit with interest rates of up to 1,400% per annum bleed borrowers dry

It is now easier than ever to borrow money through apps, but paying back the debts can be difficult since interest rates can be 700-1,400 percent per annum.

Quang Binh man goes above and beyond in flood relief efforts

Le Van Thang, 60, residing in Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh Province, hired a boat to deliver relief goods to families trapped in flooded areas in recent days.

East Sea disputes should be solved based on international laws: Ukrainian scholars

Over 20 Ukrainian scholars, experts and lawyers have participated in a round table discussion on jurisdiction at disputed areas in Black Sea, Sea of Azov and East Sea at the press centre of the Ukrainian Independent Information Agency (UNIAN).

Tropical depression grows into storm Etau

A tropical depression has strengthened into a tropical storm named Etau, the 12th in the East Sea this year, and is moving west towards the central coast of Vietnam.

New tasks outlined for COVID-19 control in new stage

Expanding COVID-19 testing is one of four key measures that played a decisive role in treating the disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 in Vietnam, said a top health official.

Association of Vietnamese in Macau debuts

The Association of Vietnamese in Macau debuted at a virtual ceremony organised by the Vietnamese Consulate General for Hong Kong and Macau on November 8.

Land rental rise in industrial property

The increasing demand and the drying up of land banks in industrial zones has bumped up rental prices in first-tier property markets in Vietnam.

Int’l climatologists to research on extreme weather phenomena

Scientists with the World Weather Attribution (WWA) group agreed to conduct a detailed study of the extreme rainfall in Vietnam, largely the results of tropical storms, that has disrupted the lives of some 1.5 million people,

Measures needed to prevent bovine 'lumpy skin disease' from spreading: Ministry

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Phung Duc Tien has recently called on several localities to take prompt action to prevent and control the spread of viral lumpy skin disease (LSD) among cattle.

Vietnam benchmark VN-Index set to go sideways in November

The VN-Index edged up 2% month-on-month in October to finish at 925.47 and was among the best-performers in the world.

Facebook: the rendezvous for anti-fan groups to defame people

With its popularity and easy policies, Facebook has proven to be the favorite place for anti-fans to gather to defame celebrities.

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ADB approves $2.5 million grant to support Vietnam's disaster response

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Remittances to Ho Chi Minh City rise despite pandemic

When will Cat Linh - Ha Dong railway operate commercially?

It is expected that the urban railway project of Cat Linh-Ha Dong will begin operating on a trial basis in December.

Vietnam household spending predicted to surge over 9% in 2021

The rate is even higher than the 7.1% year-on-year growth from a pre-Covid-19 environment in 2019.

More than 4,000 cyberattacks in 10 months

Vietnam recorded more than 4,100 cyberattacks in the first 10 months of this year, a decrease of 7.8 per cent over the same period of last year.

Foreign affairs in the new US President era: Reviving traditional ideas

Many experts are questioning whether President Joe Biden's policy will be different from former President Barack Obama’s.

M&A market in 2021 sees impetus

The M&A market is forecast to see big changes since January 1, 2021 as the pandemic-induced slowdown wanes and the policy framework is radically improved.

Hungarian artist with a great passion for Vietnam’s trees

Among her paintings, Hungarian painter Ory Anna-Maria, who is living in Vietnam, has always looked on trees with a great passion.

Five Provincial Chairs elected last week

The provinces of Kien Giang, Tra Vinh, Vinh Phuc, Quang Ninh, and Ben Tre have just elected new Chairmen after their People's Council meetings were held.

Nguyen Thanh Phuong’s business borrows trillions of dong for ‘new game’

Following a report about unsatisfactory business results, the business of Nguyen Thanh Phuong, a well-known businesswoman, is mobilizing capital for new business plans.

Pandemic weighs on budget

The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to weigh on socio-economic development and State budget in 2021 and the years that follow, Minister of Finance Dinh Tien Dung said.

COVID-19: Citizens from Germany, Romania brought home

More than 340 Vietnamese citizens in Germany and Romania have been brought home on a flight operated by Vietnam Airlines.

Vietnamese expats in Australia contribute ideas to Party Congress’ draft documents

Vietnamese expats living in Australia contributed their ideas to draft documents of the 13th National Party Congress at a virtual seminar held by the Embassy of Vietnam in Canberra on November 7.