British magazine Time Out has unveiled a list of the Top 5 Memorable Christmas Escapes in Asia, with Vietnam and its stunning natural beauty and a distinctive heritage being placed in second position.

The EU spent nearly US$3.1 billion on importing garments and textiles from Vietnamese suppliers during the initial nine months of the year, up nearly 10% against the same period last year, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

The Phan Rang-Thap Cham city sub-project – part of the Coastal Cities Sustainable Environment Project funded by the World Bank was inauguarted in Ninh Thuan on November 2 with improved infrastructure works that can benefit 69,000 local residents.

By promoting the use of green materials and technologies in production, Vietnam will win the world food and beverage market which is switching to the green consumption trend, according to experts.

Hanoi is moving forward with a plan to restrict polluting vehicles across 12 districts, along with some soon-to-be-upgraded districts and two new cities, aiming to improve air quality and reduce congestion.

Vietnam sold 800,000 tonnes of rice overseas for $505 million in October, bringing the country's total export volume and value in the first ten months to nearly 7.8 million tonnes and 4.86 billion USD, up 10.2% and 23.4% year-on-year, respectively.

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in Vietnam have been showing signs of recovery in recent months as several large companies announced finished deals, which may create a ripple effect in the M&A market.

The Ministry of Health has proposed a policy to encourage the transfer of new and innovative drugs, aiming to create more opportunities for patients.

A total of 115 foreign suppliers have registered and paid taxes through the electronic portal, contributing over 18 trillion VND (711.88 million USD) to the state budget, according to the Ministry of Finance’s General Department of Taxation (GDT).

A wave of cheap goods on Chinese e-commerce platforms, such as Taobao, 1688, Shein and Temu, has forced Vietnamese businesses to enhance their competitiveness in the domestic market.

There is a concern about risks that can arise as real estate credit has increased sharply in recent years, particularly by the end of September, higher than the general credit growth of the entire economy.

The 7th Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF) will take place from November 7 to 11, featuring 117 films from 51 countries and territories.

Speaking Vietnamese faster than many Vietnamese, a foreign son-in-law in Hanoi has a deep understanding about Vietnamese culture and speaks the language fluently.

Establishing a strong and competitive private sector is essential for Vietnam's economic independence and sustainable development.

In many countries, large cities need 2-3 high-speed stations to effectively connect the transport network and serve people’s travel demand.

While banks are shifting to selling health insurance policies through non-life insurance channel, life insurance companies are no longer interested in bancassurance because business conditions have changed.

The issue of abandoned real estate projects persists even as many low-income residents struggle with housing shortages. The Ministry of Construction outlines steps to reclaim dormant projects and expedite progress on delayed developments.

Taxpayers have called on taxation bodies to listen to their legitimate needs and deploy an automatic tax refund policy.

Facing limited domestic output and high global prices, Vietnamese companies imported significant quantities of pepper, totaling VND 2.7 trillion ($108 million) in the first 10 months of 2024.

Though pig and cow husbandry generates 18.5 million tons of CO2e each year, the deputy chair of the Vietnam Farm and Agribusiness Association Nguyen Duc Trong has continued to ask for delays in greenhouse gas emission inventory.

With a record of only 5 wins in 19 matches since June 2023, the idea of Park Hang Seo returning to the helm of Vietnam’s football team has gained traction among hopeful fans.

On November 25, 2009, the National Assembly released Resolution No41/2009 about the decision to develop the Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power project.

The State Bank of Vietnam has reported to the National Assembly that domestic gold prices are currently 5-7% higher than global rates, following comprehensive measures to stabilize the market.

The latest data reveals a remarkable 1,057% increase in durian imports to Vietnam during the first eight months of this year, highlighting a booming trade in this popular fruit.

The gold earrings and bead collection found at Lai Nghi, dated from the 3rd century BCE to the 1st century CE, may soon be recognized as Vietnam’s National Treasure.