Experts sought measures to increase the localisation rate in wind and solar power development in Vietnam during a conference in Hanoi on December 14.

Australia's government agreed to give 490,600 doses of ‘5 in 1’ vaccine to Vietnam through the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).

In 2023, Vietnamese visitors are in favor of natural attractions and out-of-town destinations.

Rice export volume and value during the first 11 months surpassed the figures of the entire 2022, and this year’s revenue is expected to reach 5 billion USD, authorities said.

The Mekong Delta region has the highest unemployment rate in the country, according to a recent report by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

Garmex Sai Gon (GMC) has reported big losses and cut its workforce. Other garment companies are also facing difficulties.

Business mergers and acquisitions (M&As) have become quite bustling lately in Vietnam, showing major changes in the overall market picture of the country.

It is now the high sale season, but pig prices are still at a deep low, leaving farmers with big losses. There is no sign of recovery.

Vietnam’s large trade surplus mirrors a gradual recovery in exporter performance and global demand, with hopes that new trade goals can be accomplished next year.

A proposal on lanes reserved for bicycles has been applauded by experts who say it will help change Hanoian’s habit of using cars and motorbikes.

Over the past 500 years, Ngũ Xã bronze casting has evolved into magnificent masterpieces of national art. However, despite enduring various challenges, the village now has only one remaining family-run bronze-casting workshop.

Vietnam ranks 58th out of 113 countries and territories in the EF English Proficiency Index in 2023 with 505 points out of 800.

Despite a state coffer surplus for most of the year, Vietnam is expected to see a deficit in the budget for the whole of 2023, with some fiscal initiatives on assisting businesses applied.

A couple in the central province of Hà Tĩnh is getting rich from raising waterbug, or cà cuống, and making special fish sauce.

Serious cases of school violence recently have raised strong alarm about the importance of educating children on respecting teachers and upholding morality, along with implementing measures to protect educators.

With topography ideal for alternative tourism, Ba Vi District in northwest Hanoi has become an increasingly compelling destination for domestic and foreign tourists.

Air tickets for the main routes during the Tet holiday are selling out, while airfares have been increasing. Air carriers are rushing to lease aircraft and increase transport capacity.

The expansion of passenger terminal T2 at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi City is set to commence next year, with the goal of increasing its annual passenger capacity from 10 million to 15 million.

“Sustainable development is a factor that helps heighten value and guide the branding of Vietnamese enterprises in the European market,” said Ngo Chung Khanh from the Ministry of Investment and Planning.

Deputy Director of the HCM City Department of Planning and Investment Pham Trung Kien called on Japanese businesses to invest in 15 industries in which the city is striving to attract investment.

A series of art shows and cultural programmes will be organised in the central city of Đà Nẵng and Hội An ancient town as celebrations of Christmas Day and New Year among local residents, expats and visitors.

Hyomin, one of the three members of K-pop group T-ara, is scheduled to arrive in Vietnam on December 19 for K-Beauty Festa in Hanoi.

Australian travel newspaper The Sydney Morning Herald has called Lan Ha Bay as one of earth’s most stunning seascapes.

The emergence of ChatGPT has prompted Vietnamese to search for more information  about AI (artificial intelligence). The top search is the Make-in-Vietnam AI robot.

Vietnamese contestant Do Thi Lan Anh has become the winner of the “Best Appearance” award at the opening day of Miss Earth pageant, which is currently underway in Ho Chi Minh City.