VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 18/2023

PM calls for stronger ASEAN-Japan cooperation

Da Nang festival for foreigners brings memorable moments for visitors

A festival being held for foreigners named “Da Nang International Big Day-out 2023” got underway on December 16 and December 17 in the central city, with the event drawing plenty of attention from both locals and expats.

HCM City celebrates Christmas with British fare

The British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City has partnered with Annam Gourmet to launch the “GREAT Food for the Season” campaign, showcasing the rich variety of British food and drink products available in Vietnam.

Exhibition highlighting evolution of VN fashion opens in HCM City

An exhibition highlighting the trend of Vietnam’s fashion over the past two decades is opening in HCM City.

Aviation stocks get a boost as Vietnam-China cooperation strengthens

After struggling due to the pandemic and its lingering effects, aviation stocks are expected to have excellent prospects in the near future thanks to Vietnam’s promotion of cooperation with China.

Real estate market to recover in Q2 2024, accelerate in 2025

Vietnam's real estate market will bounce back starting from the second quarter of 2024, and prosper into 2025, experts have said.

Vietnam expects strong wave of Chinese investment

Vietnam is anticipated to emerge as a destination for Chinese enterprises in the near future, as investments from the neighbouring country have become increasingly diverse in areas such as energy, green development, and digital economy.

PM Pham Minh Chinh receives governors of Japanese prefectures

PM Pham Minh Chinh received the governors of the Japanese prefectures of Aichi, Tochigi, Niigata, Kanagawa, and Yamanashi in Tokyo on December 17.

VinFuture Sci-Tech Week 2023 opens

The 2023 VinFuture Sci-Tech Week kicked off on December 18, bringing together leading scientists and experts in key technological domains, including semiconductor technology, precision medicine, green transportation infrastructure, and AI.

Vietnam projects high proportion of digital economy in GDP

The digital economy is expected to make up 25 percent of Vietnam’s GDP by 2025 and 30 percent by 2030, the Politburo Resolution 52-HQ/TW states.

Photos, videos about happy Vietnam to be honored

Thousands of videos and photos have been created to testify to the beauty of Vietnam in every corner of the country.

Carbon tax poses new challenge for VN to boost exports to EU

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) is an agreement inclined towards sustainable development. The EU’s CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) has posed a new challenge for Vietnam’s exports to enter the EU market.

Cruise tours to Ha Long Bay recover

The number of foreign cruise ships registered to dock at Ha Long Bay in the northern province of Quang Ninh next year has equalled pre-Covid-19 pandemic levels.

VNPAY biometric recognition technology attains international quality standards

Certified for quality by reputable agencies such as iBeta and BSI, VNPAY’s eKYC technology is not only highly appreciated by domestic banks, but also recognized by prestigious accreditation organizations.

Veteran sculptor still working at 80

The exhibition Tu Cam (Self Feeling) by celebrated artist Pham Van Hang features 60 sculptures and paintings.

Thu Duc City Book Street to open next week

Thu Duc City Book Street will be put into operation on December 22 to offer an outdoor area for community activities in Thu Duc City of HCMC.

Ninh Thuan, Binh Thuan develop marine tourism, adventure sports

Besides the advantages of beautiful beaches, islands and bays, Ninh Thuan and Binh Thuan have favorable weather and terrain to develop marine  and adventure sports.

Conquering the majestic Ta Xua Peak

Around seven kilometers from Tram Tau District in Yen Bai Province, Ta Xua Peak beckons adventurers with its rugged trekking routes, daunting cliffs, and an altitude surpassing 2,850 meters above sea level.

Hanoi on way to ‘Creative City’

Duong Lam, a tranquil village 45km out on the western suburbs of Hanoi is considered a live museum of northern ancient houses, several hundreds of years old.

France funds EUR700,000 for Long Bien Bridge renovation study

France has decided to give Hanoi non-refundable aid of EUR700,000 to help renovate the iconic Long Bien Bridge on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Franco-Vietnamese diplomatic ties.

Lai Ly Huynh proves Vietnam's world xiangqi power

Lai Ly Huynh has pocketed medals from the national championship, SEA Games, Asian Games, and world tournaments. These outstanding achievements have made him the ’treasure of the nation’ in the chess field.

Famed Dutch singer shines in Vietnamese designer’s outfit

Famous Dutch singer Emma Heesters has selected a Vietnamese design for her performance at Muziekfeest van het Jaar musical festival watched by more than 17,000 people

Miss Earth 2023 contestants show off charming beauty in National Costume

As many as 90 contestants from across the globe gave impressive performances in their national costumes the Miss Earth 2023 semi-finals in the Central Highland resort of Da Lat on December 16 evening.

Google honours World Natural Heritage site Ha Long Bay

The Vietnamese homepage of tech giant Google changed its Doodle on December 17, celebrating Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Politburo’s resolution boosts development in Mekong Delta

The Mekong Delta is to become a region of comprehensive development, modern and uniform infrastructure system, and dynamic economic growth under the Poliburo’s resolution on the region’s socioeconomic development to 2045.