Italian Cuisine Weeks held across Vietnam

The Italian Cuisine Weeks are celebrated in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Nha Trang from November 12 to December 13, promising to bringing interesting surprises to Vietnamese people.

Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior join Hanoi luxury market

Leasing flagship stores of Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior show stronger sentiment towards luxury brands in Vietnam.

17th CAEXPO to benefit China-Vietnam cooperation

China and Vietnam are friendly neighbors connected by mountains and rivers, and have achieved fruitful results in the sustained economic and trade cooperation. 

Mekong Delta fruit sold online, market has high potential

Encouraged by the success of Ben Tre’s coconuts, Long An, Dong Thap and An Giang provinces are considering plans to put their specialties on online for sale.

Vietnam’s coronavirus fight in remarks

Early response and strong sentiment towards self and community safety are believed to be important reasons.

Coastal industrial zones attractive to investors

Vietnam’s industrial zones property located near the sea is attracting great attention to investors as they maintain high occupancy rates and rental prices, heard attendants at a conference held in Hanoi on Thursday.

World Press Photo Exhibition 2020 opens in Hanoi

This year's World Press Photo Exhibition has opened on the walking street by Hoan Kiem Lake in the centre of Hanoi, giving residents the change to see award-winning pieces of visual journalism.

Work on Long Thanh international airport to start next month

Construction of the proposed Long Thanh international airport in the southern province of Dong Nai is expected to start next month as promised by the State-owned Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), the airport’s main developer.

Vu Quang National Park receives ASEAN Heritage Park certificate

Vu Quang National Park in the central province of Ha Tinh has received a certificate of its recognition as anASEAN Heritage Park from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Vietnam likely to become super-aging country by 2050: deputy minister

Vietnam entered an “aging phase” in 2011 and remains among the most rapidly aging countries in the world and, as such, might become a super-aging country by 2050, stated Deputy Minister of Health Truong Quoc Cuong.

Vietnamese firms to invest in three key aspects for digital transformation

Many companies in Vietnam are considering an approach to workplace digital optimization beyond Covid-19.

'Ghost' restaurants flourish in Ho Chi Minh City

Without tables, chairs or waiters, "ghost" restaurants are flourishing in Vietnam, serving only online customers.

Hang Trong folk painting exhibition lures Hanoi visitors

The folk painting exhibition will last until December 20.

VIETNAM NEWS NOVEMBER 23 (updated hourly)

2 kills, 6 injured in rollover car accident

Vietnam takes unprecedented actions at ASEAN 2020

Assuming the chairmanship of ASEAN in 2020 in a challenging and difficult context, Vietnam has successfully completed its task, confidently entering the sixth decade with ASEAN.

Smarter logistics will benefit Vietnam: experts

Smarter logistics are key for Vietnam to advance in the global value chain amid the fourth industrial revolution and the COVID-19 pandemic, experts told the Vietnam Business Summit 2020 held in Hanoi recently.

Fines for selling tobacco to minors may not stub out problem

Under a Government decree that took effect on Sunday, anyone who sells cigarettes to the minors under 18 can be fined VND3 million to VND5 million (US$129-315).

Revised law focuses on keeping the environment clean

Minister of Environment Tran Hong Ha talks about Vietnam’s efforts to protect the environment, particularly air and water.

Renowned Vietnamese teacher honoured by UNESCO

Chu Van An was a great teacher, renowned for his profound knowledge and upright and lofty personality.

Not many films about Vietnamese cuisine

Vietnamese cuisine has subtle variations by regions and the fresh ingredients yet just a few of films about Vietnamese cuisine.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 23

Businesses in support industries growing in quantity, quality

HCMC real estate market poised to recover next year

The real estate market in HCMC has seen signs of recovery since August and is expected to see a strong rebound during the upcoming traditional Lunar New Year holiday and next year, according to the HCMC Real Estate Association (HoREA).

Historic disaster: thousands of tons of shrimp and fish die in floods

The historic downpours and floods in the central region have damaged 25.9 percent of the total aquaculture area.

New laws to handle fake news online

Minister of the Public Security To Lam speaks to Voice of Vietnam about a complete new set of laws designed to handle fake news on the internet.

Weather observers work for the most complete and accurate forecast

Despite their crucial role, not everyone is aware the silent dedication of weather observers, who have to overcome many difficulties to fulfil their tasks at work each day.