PM receives UAE minister of state, concludes trip to attend COP28

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received Minister of State for Foreign Trade at the UAE Ministry of Economy Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi and representatives of some major enterprises of the country in Dubai on December 3 morning (local time).

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 3/2023

Vietnam's Jan-Nov trade put at US$619 billion

Vietnam honoured as World’s Leading Heritage Destination for fourth time

Vietnam has won the World’s Leading Heritage Destination 2023 title of the World Travel Awards for the fourth time so far, reported the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

PM meets Danish, UK energy groups’ representatives on COP28 sidelines

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met representatives from the Copenhagen Infrastructure Partner (CIP) and the Enteprize Energy Group (EE) – two of the leading energy groups of Denmark and the UK respectively - in Dubai on December 3.

South, Central Highlands regions to see unseasonal showers

Meteorological experts forecast that in a surprising turn of weather events, the South and Central Highlands regions will have unseasonal showers.

Dong Khoi Street ranks thirteenth in world's most expensive shopping streets

Dong Khoi Street in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1 ranked thirteenth in the ranking of the world's most expensive shopping streets, according to a new global ranking from real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 3/2023

Vietnam suggests climate change cooperation orientations for G77

Teenager Bac the future of Vietnamese football

Nguyen Dinh Bac made national headlines after his goal against the Philippines in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in mid-November.

PM meets leaders of countries, int'l organisations on COP28 sidelines

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had bilateral meetings with leaders of countries and international organisations in Dubai on December 2, on the sidelines of the 28th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28).

Ministry to tighten inspections at fishing ports

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development will tighten inspections at fishing ports nationwide due to pending problems relating to the entry/exit of fishing vessels.

Game industry needs extra time to further develop

The game industry in Vietnam is considered lucrative, but it is facing a number of difficulties that need to be addressed at the soonest in order to level up to its full potential.

HCMC Book Street named among city’s 100 Excitements

HCMC Book Street was named one of the top 100 Excitements of HCMC, the HCMC Tourism Department announced.

Teachers will be trained in universities from 2030: Draft planning

It is expected that from 2030, only universities will provide training for teachers.

Hanoi to raise ticket fees at tourist sites

The Hanoi People's Committee has proposed to raise ticket fees to some local tourist sites to have more funds for renovation work.

Elon Musk’s Starlink seeks opportunities in Vietnam

A representative of SpaceX, the holding company of the satellite internet service Starlink, said the company hopes to find opportunities in Vietnam.

Property market shows positive signs but challenges remain

In a recent report by the VNREA, there have been upticks in supply and demand, the return and recovery of many businesses and projects across the country, and an increase in property transactions in recent weeks.

Vegetable, fruit exports reach record high, but face technical barriers

Developed economies which import carrots, litchis and other fruits from Vietnam have imposed non-tariff barriers that have caused difficulties for Vietnam’s fruits to penetrate the markets.

HCM City to build VND11-trillion bridge

Construction on Can Gio Bridge in HCM City which has a total investment of VND11 trillion (USD454.50 million) is scheduled to be started in 2025 and be completed in 2028.

Five busiest airports to apply non-stop toll collection

According to statistics, Noi Bai and Tan Son Nhat airports have 16,000-20,000 vehicles passing through toll stations daily.

84% of online buyers in Vietnam worry about product quality

Many people are practicing thrift by shopping online, but 84 percent of online buyers in Vietnam worry about product quality.

Facing the World’s programme transforms lives in VN

Facing the World is facilitating partnerships between British surgeons and local Vietnamese doctors to share expertise and transform the lives of patients in need.

Digital technology solution to fight smuggled, counterfeit goods

The application of digital technology into the process of buying and selling goods is believed to become a "lifesaver" for Vietnamese businesses in the fight against smuggling, trade fraud, production and trading of counterfeit and substandard goods.

Vietnamese businesses invest US$395 million overseas

Vietnam’s total investment capital abroad, including newly registered and adjusted capital, reached US$395 million over the past 11 months of the year, representing a fall of 16.7% year on year.

Japanese Taiko master drummer to perform in Vietnam this December

Japanese Taiko master drummer Kensaku Satou will put on Senzen shows, a contemporary form of ballet dance, on December 16 - 17 at Saigon Opera House in Ho Chi Minh City.

Athletes to join Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam friendship bicycle race

Twenty-five Vietnamese athletes will soon depart for Vientiane, Laos, to attend the first Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam friendship bicycle race.