Vietnam continues partnering with APEC for regional peace and stability: PM

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has affirmed that Vietnam will continue partnering with APEC member economies to turn its vision and aspirations into peace, stability and happiness of people in the region.

Official logo, mascot of 31st SEA Games, 11th Para Games launched

The logo and mascot for the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) and the 11th ASEAN Para Games were officially launched during a ceremony in Hanoi on November 19.

Public health portal officially launched

The Vietnam Public Health Portal was officially launched by the Ministry of Health on November 20, aimed at facilitating liaising with services provided by the health sector.

ASEAN looks towards sustainable energy future

Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Dang Hoang An chaired a press conference in Hanoi on November 20 to inform about major contents of the joint statement of the 38th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM).

Up to 16,000 foreigners buy housing in Vietnam in last five years

Between 14,000 and 16,000 foreigners have bought housing in Vietnam since July 2015, mostly from China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Taiwan (China), and Singapore, the HCMC Real Estate Association (HoREA) estimates.

Global media positive about Vietnam’s growth despite COVID-19

A number of regional and global news agencies have quoted data from international research institutes and organisations as saying that Vietnam’s economy is on track to grow despite the impact of COVID-19.

Corporate management platform Base.vn launched

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) launched the corporate management platform Base.vn in Hanoi on November 20.

Vietnam proves potential to profit from shifts in global supply chain

Years of economic growth and success in fighting Covid-19 paved the way for Vietnam to receive shifting FDI inflows, but limited participation in manufacturing industries might hinder its progress.

Under FTAs, car imports will be subject to lower tariffs

The two important FTAs – CPTPP and EVFTA – all have strong commitments on tariff cuts, with the tariffs expected to be completely removed in 7-13 years.

Ultra mountain battle to start in Sa Pa

More than 2,200 runners will race up to 100km in Vietnam’s highest mountains at the Vietnam Mountain Marathon (VMM) 2020 in Sa Pa, Lao Cai Province this weekend. 

Exhibition offers interpretation ‘Tale of Kieu’ epic through contemporary paintings

An exhibition entitled ‘Tale of Kieu through paintings’ opened at the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum on November 18 to celebrate the 200th death anniversary of great poet Nguyen Du.

Cat Linh-Ha Dong urban railway test run finally set for next month

The trains of the Cat Linh-Ha Dong urban railway will start a trial operation within 20 days in early December to assess the quality and safety of the entire system.

Note verbale 'warfare' debated at East Sea conference in Hanoi

Experts believe that smaller countries can collectively and peacefully address disputes through note verbales.

Hanoi to launch 5G trials in early December

In Hanoi, 5G coverage will be limited to the Hoan Kiem lake area and some locations nearby.

Challenges and opportunities from Covid-19 for Vietnam's M&A market

Low interest rates could open up new opportunities for investors to take advantage of the cheap capital to buy shares and acquire new assets via M&A deals.

How Vietnam’s Covid-19 success supports its regional role?

Under the Vietnam Chair 2020, ASEAN has combated the pandemic in a cohesive manner.

VIETNAM NEWS NOVEMBER 21 (updated hourly)

Investigation completes on case of appropriating State secret documents in Hanoi

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 21

Margin trading should be allowed on UPCoM

Cancer patient volunteers to help poor people

Despite suffering from cervical cancer, a Hanoian woman is still passionate about her volunteer work. She travels far and wide to remote areas to help poor people, especially underprivileged children, have a better life.

Divo’s newest concept album tells humanity’s journey

Human and human values are the inspiration for Vietnamese divo Tung Duong's latest album that will be released next week.

Myanmar commends Vietnam’s ASEAN Chairmanship 2020

Despite challenges in the region, under Vietnam’s chairmanship, ASEAN has reached greater heights and further shown its unity and resilience to the world with the spirit of “cohesive and responsive ASEAN”, 

Vietnam to become technology power with open platforms

The Vietnam Open Summit reflects Vietnam’s commitment, strategy and action plan on developing and mastering digital technology based on open standards.

From teacher to rose farmer

Pham Thi Hong Nga is proud of the roses she grows in the northern city of Thai Nguyen using organic farming methods.

Unique bouquets made using wide range of food

Possessing a strong desire to create meaningful gifts that will not be wasted, artisans have created several bouquets made almost entirely from food, a novelty which has proved to be popular among many customers in recent days.

VN corporate bond market cools for 2nd month

The value of corporate bonds issued in October was VND9.5 trillion (US$409 million), down 12.8 per cent from September, according to the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX).