Binh Thuan plans US$10 billion offshore wind power project

The world’s largest green energy group is following procedures to deploy an offshore wind power in Binh Thuan province with total investment capital of $10.5 billion. The project is expected to be completed by 2030.

Quang Ninh hosts ASEAN insurance meetings

The 26th ASEAN Insurance Regulators’ Meeting (AIRM26) and the 49th ASEAN Insurance Council Meeting (AIC49) opened in Ha Long city, the northern province of Quang Ninh, on December 7.

Vietnam Expo 2023 opens in HCM City

The Vietnam International Trade Fair (Vietnam Expo 2023), one of the leading international trade exhibitions in Vietnam, convened in Ho Chi Minh City on December 7 with the participation of 1,200 enterprises from 22 countries and territories.

Vietnam expected to receive green investment inflows globally

Vietnam is set to welcome a high influx of green investment from global corporations following its strong commitments made at the 28th UN Climate Change conference (COP28) recently held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Tourists enjoy "Free walking tour" in Hai Phong

During this tour, participants are guided by locals and provided with insights into the history, culture, architectural landmarks and the people of Hai Phong.

BridgeFest music festival 2023 to kick off in Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnamese and international artists are gearing up for the BridgeFest 2023 music festival which is scheduled to take place at Nguyen Hue pedestrian street in Ho Chi Minh City on December 9.

VN top legislator arrives in Bangkok, beginning official visit to Thailand

Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue arrived in Bangkok on December 7 morning, beginning his official visit to Thailand at the invitation of House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha.

Binh Thuan to host first international performing art festival

The debut version of the international performing art festival will be held in Phan Thiet city, Binh Thuan province, from Dec. 8 to 10, with the participation of art troupes from 26 countries and territories across the world.

1,020 Vietnamese nationals safely brought home from Myanmar’s conflict areas

So far nine flights have been conducted to bring home 1,020 Vietnamese nationals stuck in war zones in northern Myanmar, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).

First cargo train from Hanoi reaches northern Chinese province

The first cargo train from Dong Anh Station in Hanoi has arrived in Shijiazhuang Inland Port in northern China's Hebei province in an effort to increase the two countries’ trade by rail.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 7/2023

Eurasia a promising market for Vietnamese exporters

Landslide triggers massive debris cascade, traffic congestion

Prolonged precipitation yesterday triggered a massive debris cascade of rock from a cliff causing the traffic congestion in the National Highway 8A.

HCM City launches new night tour

A new night tour made its debut in Ho Chi Minh City on December 6 as part of activities in the ongoing Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week.

VN's southeastern region opens door wide for foreign investors

Localities in the southeastern region remain a magnet to foreign investors thanks to their huge potential and incentives.

Vietnam acquires broadcasting rights for UEFA EURO 2024

Television streaming application TV360 has gained the broadcasting rights for the UEFA European Championship (EURO) 2024 in Vietnam, Viettel Telecom said on December 6.

Vietnam calls for further UNCLOS observance

Vietnam calls on countries to continue to fully comply with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

PM chairs conference seeking ways to ease capital difficulties

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 7 chaired a conference to seek measures to remove difficulties in credit for production and business activities, aiming to promote growth and macro-economic stability.

VN’s coffee export volume is likely to decrease due to lower output

Vietnam's coffee export volume in the 2023-24 season is likely to be lower than a year ealier due to a drop in output.

AFC highlights Vietnamese team ahead of Asian Cup

The AFC believes that Vietnam, with their quarter-final appearances in 2007 and 2019, possesses the quality and experience to challenge the best teams in Asia.

Efforts made to ensure vaccines for expanded immunisation program

The Ministry of Health is working hard to ensure vaccine supply for the national expanded program on immunisation (EPI), heard a regular Government press conference in Hanoi on December 6.

Vietnam's first batch of “Dien” pomelos exported to U.S.

The first batch of 16 tons of “Dien” pomelos from Luong Son district, the northern province of Hoa Binh, was exported to the U.S. on December 5.

Three economic growth scenarios for Vietnam in 2024

The Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment, has outlined three potential economic growth scenarios for 2024, with the highest GDP growth rate forecast at 6.5 percent.

Vietnam continues to see improvement in exports: HSBC

November marks the third consecutive month of Viet Nam seeing export growth on a year-on-year basis, noted HSBC in its report Viet Nam at a glance released on December 6.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 7/2023

First CLV Parliamentary Summit wraps up

Japanese travelers try food specialty when discovering Cu Chi tunnels

Three Japanese travelers had an exciting experience when ‘going underground’ through a tiny passageway, enjoying live-fire shooting and tasting cassava dipped in sesame salt when visiting Cu Chi Tunnels.