From a village school to an international science forum

As the first Vietnamese person in the ‘top 10 out of 200’ at HLF 2019, Ngo Khac Hoang felt happiness and pride. The event gave him the opportunity to meet experts in the mathematics and computing science community.

Chinese M&A deals in Vietnam surge

The number of capital contribution and share acquisition transactions conducted by Chinese enterprises in Vietnam in the January-November period of this year skyrocketed by more than 82% over the year-ago period.

 

Frost continues covering Mount Fansipan

Mount Fansipan in the northern province of Lao Cai has been enveloped by frost today.

Transport firms overcharge customers for Tet tickets

Several passenger bus transportation firms in HCM City are taking advantage of Tet ticket shortages to overcharge customers.

Upbeat outlook on Korean investment in Vietnam

The Vietnamese government now also places high expectation for new Korean investment, especially in advanced and new technologies.

Saigonese enjoy vibrant Christmas atmosphere

Churches and commercial centers across HCMC are being packed with people coming to take photos and celebrate the vibrant atmosphere of Christmas.

Multiple investors petition PM over power purchase prices

Of the total 127 projects, up to 89 solar power facilities with a total capacity of roughly 4,530 MW have been put into commercial operation, generating 30 million kilowatt hours of electricity each day.

 

Typhoon Phanfone moving towards East Sea

Typhoon Phanfone is about to travel west-northwest at a speed of between 15km and 20km per hour over the course of the next 48 hours before moving into the East Sea, according to reports by the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

AVG chairman may get clemency for charity contributions

Many individuals and organisations have called on the Hanoi court to reduce the sentence for the former chairman of the private pay-TV firm Audio Visual Global (AVG), Pham Nhat Vu at the on-going trial of the company's acquisition project.

Vietnam, Indonesia commit to close coordination as UNSC non-permanent members

Vietnam and Indonesia have agreed to continue close coordination as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council for the 2020-2021 tenure.

Tay Tuu flower village blooms for Tet

Tay Tuu village, the largest flower growing area in Hanoi, is a must-see for tourists before Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday with countless flowers all in full bloom.

Drug crimes becoming more serious, say police

Drug-related crimes have become more and more complicated and unpredictable this year, according to the Investigation Police Department on Drug-related Crimes.

Saltwater enters Mekong Delta rivers earlier than normal

Many provinces have been bracing for it following a forecast that the intrusion of seawater up rivers would be early and severe this year.

 

ASEAN to move forward with Vietnam as Chair

Vietnam will promote the role and contribution of ASEAN to maintaining peace, security and stability in the region on the basis of strengthening the bloc’s unity during the year it chairs the ASEAN in 2020.

Gradually internalizing international labor standards to comply with labor commitments

The progressive provisions of the revised Labor Code will bring many benefits to Vietnam when it implements new-generation free trade agreements (FTA).

 

Daegu Bank of RoK to open branch in HCM City

Daegu Bank of the Republic of Korea (RoK) is preparing to open a branch in Ho Chi Minh City after getting the green light from the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Christmas brings joy to shoppers, retailers alike

Christmas they say, is a time for giving. But for many businesses around the country, it is prime time to receive as well.

Vietnam's real estate market may suffer decline in 2020

2019 was a tough year fot the real estate market when many projects remained stagnant. However, the situation may be even more serious in 2020.

Hanoi’s streets lit up with array of festive Christmas decorations

Shopping malls and churches throughout Hanoi have got into the festive spirt by brightly adorning their buildings with colourful decorations to mark Christmas Eve.

Dense fog descends on the streets of Hanoi

Residents in Hanoi woke up to the capital being covered in a thick blanket of fog on the morning of December 24, reducing visibility for commuters on streets throughout the city.

Linh Phuoc Pagoda-renowned spiritual venue in Da Lat

Linh Phuoc pagoda, located at 120 Tu Phuoc, Ward 11 in the resort city of Da Lat, is known as the pagoda of Vietnamese records.

Viglacera Platinum – The pioneer with “Proudly Made in Vietnam” brand

“Proudly made in Vietnam” is the message crafted in every product of Viglacera PLATINUM and in its pioneering mission to build brand advocacy on a scale beyond Vietnam with high value products in the construction and building material industry.

Vietnamese, Korean folk music concert scheduled for Dec 26

The HCMC Conservatory of Music will hold a concert of Vietnamese and Korean folk music at its concert hall on December 26, starting at 8 p.m.

Ha Giang tries to protect snub-nosed monkeys

The Tonkin snub-nosed langur (Rhinopithecus) is one of the rarest primate species in the world and is endemic to Vietnam.

All categories of F1 Vietnam Grand Prix tickets now on sale

Formula 1 Grand Prix is considered the most expected must-watch race in the world, attracting millions of spectators worldwide annually.