What scenario ahead for Vietnamese price market in 2021?

Despite suffering a slowdown in production and business activities as a result of the impact caused by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Vietnamese economy enjoyed positive annual growth of 2.91% in 2020, according to economic experts.

Provinces rushing to deploy 5G

After telecoms carriers conducted commercial 5G trials in big cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, many provinces have sent recommendations to the Ministry of Information and Communications 

Hanoi’s vegetable farmers battle biting cold on the way to market

Hanoi is facing a cold January but the low temperatures of below 10 degrees Celsius in the early morning don't stop farmers in the city’s rural areas from waking up early to harvest vegetables and bring them to the market for sale.

More than 28 percent of university lecturers have doctorates

Thirteen years after establishing a network of universities and junior colleges in the 2006-2020 period, the number of university lecturers with doctorate and master’s degrees has increased by twofold.

Amid favorable conditions, bank listings on the rise

In the context of favorable conditions on the stock market which saw the indices rising sharply over the past eight months, getting listed at the moment will give banks better valuation and make it easier for them to attract greater cash flows,

Clean coal technologies: Inevitable trend in ASEAN

Amid rising coal-related environmental problems, clean coal technologies are emerging as the optimal solution to ensure economic growth and sustainable development.

NA Standing Committee opens 52nd sitting

The National Assembly (NA)’s Standing Committee convened the 52nd session on November 11 under the chair of NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan.

How to ignite the night-time economy in Vietnam

Vietnam boasts multiple qualities for a night-time economy to grow, including a rich culture, superb foods, a young population and many deeply integrated cities.

Trial for ex-minister of industry & trade rescheduled for Jan 18

The Hanoi People’s Court has decided to reopen the first-instance trial for ex-Minister of Industry and Trade Vu Huy Hoang and nine accomplices on January 18.

Vietnam - China Boundary Delimitation Agreement in the Gulf of Tonkin

The Gulf of Tonkin abuts both Vietnam and China and covers an area of 126,250 square kilometres. 

Hanoi FC defeat Viettel to win Super Cup

As far as starters go, the 2021 Vietnamese Super Cup was more cold phở bò than delightfully tantalisingly crispy bánh xèo, not that winners Hanoi FC will care.

Upgraded runways in Tan Son Nhat, Noi Bai airports put into use

The runway 25R/07L of Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport and the runway 1B of Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport were put into use again after upgrading on January 10 afternoon.

Preparations underway at Tay Tuu flower village ahead of Tet

As the capital’s largest flower growing area, Tay Tuu Village has hurriedly begun efforts to care for and collect flowers in order to supply local markets ahead of the Lunar New Year (Tet), marking the start of the largest harvest season of the year.

Over 89,600 mobile subscribers spreading spam calls blocked in six months

Five major mobile service providers - Viettel, VinaPhone, MobiFone, Vietnamobile, and the virtual network I-Telecom blocked more than 89,600 mobile subscribers spreading spam calls in the six last months of 2020.

VIETNAM NEWS JANUARY 11

Many northern schools temporarily close due to strong cold spell

Covid-19 tests resilience of Vietnam’s businesses

Despite difficulties caused by Covid-19, many Vietnamese businesses have been able to survive and develop.

Insurance firms struggle to attract investors despite good performance

Insurance companies performed well in Vietnam during the COVID-19 pandemic, but their shares have not attracted much attention from investors.

'Special doctors' save lives on National Highway 5

Holding an emergency medical kit, Nguyen Ngoc Tuy rushes to help traffic accident victims after receiving a report of an accident from local residents.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 11

US announces preliminary determination on Vietnamese passenger vehicle tires

Winter air warning on heavily polluted days

Air quality in the capital city of Hanoi fell to dangerous levels in the first week of the New Year, particularly in inner city areas, according to the Department of Natural Resources and Environment.

Record-holding brothers talk about their toy figurine adventure

From top 49 of Vietnam’s Got Talent to record-breakers, the journey of preserving Vietnam’s traditional tò he (toy figurines made of rice dough) of brothers Le Xuan Tung and Le Xuan Tung has touched hearts nationwide.

US newspaper: US, Vietnam working to resolve trade issues

The Inside US Trade has published an article entitled “US, Vietnam working to avoid imposition of Section 301 tariffs”.

Phu Quoc ahead of becoming first Vietnamese island city

With Phu Quoc district poised to become the country’s first island city from March 1 following its recognition as a new city in Kien Giang Province, let’s discover the city before it becomes an important national landmark.

Efforts made to reduce plastic waste in oceans

Great strides have been made in the past to reduce the amount of plastic waste in the ocean around Vietnam, but more effort is needed to tackle the growing problem.