Hanoi court starts hearing appeal in Vinashin case

The High-level People’s Court in Hanoi on October 10 started hearing appeals of defendants in the case related to “abusing position and power to appropriate assets” at the State-run Vietnam Shipbuilding Industry Group (Vinashin).

10 Chinese nationals arrested after illegally entering Vietnam

A total of 10 Chinese nationals have been arrested in Hai Chau district, Danang, for entering illegally into Vietnam, according to a statement made by local police on October 10.

Hanoi displayed through old paintings

Artwork inspired by Hanoi have been put on display at an exhibition to mark the capital’s 65th Liberation Day anniversary.

ASEAN pushes joint bid to host 2034 World Cup

An ASEAN ministerial meeting in Manila, the Philippines, has agreed that five ASEAN nations – Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam – will launch a joint bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.

Scheme to monopolize East Sea ignores international law

China’s survey vessel Haiyang Dizhi-8 and its escorts have conducted regular oil exploration activities and expanded operations in the Tu Chinh-Vung May or Vanguard Bank region of Vietnam’s exclusive economic zone.

European language festival set for Hanoi in October

Council of Europe: The 9th European Day of Languages to be held on the afternoon of October 19.

Wifi service now available on Vietnam Airlines flights

Vietnam Airlines has officially launched in-flight wifi service on some of its flights using Airbus A350 aircraft from October 1.

New eight-lane street connects three Hanoi districts

An eight-lane street which links three districts in Hanoi has been opened to traffic on Tuesday.

Hanoi shuts down train track cafes

Hanoi authorities have started shutting down the cafes along the popular railway line on Dien Bien Phu to Phung Hung Street on October 10.

HCM City to deal with exhaust gas from motorbikes

HCM City authorities are going to tighten regulations about exhaust fumes from motorbikes which they deemed as one of the main causes of pollution.

Never too old to do good deeds

At the age of 87, People’s Artist Le Thu is not that interested in growing old peacefully, she's more concerned about staying healthy so she can help other people.

iPhone 11s from different sources now available in Vietnam

Buyers who want an iPhone 11s can choose either products imported to Vietnam through unofficial ways or locked products. Officially distributed products will not be available until the end of October.

First-ever All Women Cheffes Gourmet Festival held in Saigon

Sofitel Saigon Plaza and Disciples of Escoffier Vietnam will present the first All-Women Cheffes Culinary Festival in Vietnam as part of the annual fourth Saigon Gourmet Week to kick off in HCM City in mid October.

BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 11

Vietnam’s mid-cap stocks become more attractive to investors: Dragon Capital

 

In Vietnam, technology firms struggle to hunt for talents

Startups, R&D projects, fintechs and e-hailing firms are all on the hunt for workers.

Performing art spreads its message beyond the stage

Over 140 directors and students from performing arts academies in 16 countries gathered in Hanoi for the Asia-Pacific Bond (APB) of Theatre Schools Festival earlier this month.

Hanoi L’Espace presents screening of ballet “Cinderella”

L’Espace will present a screening of the Paris Opera’s ballet performance Cinderella on October 19.

World Cup qualifiers: Vietnam wins against Malaysia

Vietnam scored their first win in the second round of the 2022 World Cup Asian qualifiers, as Nguyen Quang Hai blasted a solitary goal to help Park Hang-seo’s side edge past Malaysia 1-0 in their second Group G match yesterday.

Finding a place in international markets

Dr Tran Cong Thang, director of the Institute of Policy and Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development, speaks to Countryside Today newspaper about Vietnam's efforts to promote local products in international markets.

British stand-up comedian to perform in HCM City

The Saigon International Comedy Club will present British stand-up comedian Eddy Brimson at Kurtz's by Heart of Darkness on October 16.

Hue Museum displays Le Ba Dang collection in Hanoi

Hue Museum of Fine Arts has sent a collection of Le Ba Dang's works for art lovers in Hanoi to enjoy for the first time.

Japan ninja student gets top marks for writing essay in invisible ink

A Japanese student of ninja history who handed in a blank paper was given top marks - after her professor realised the essay was written in invisible ink.

 

China-US relations: From trade disputes to comprehensive confrontation

In the opinion of the American elite, this is probably the last time the US can "bully" China and the US needs to take action before it is too late.

 

Vietnam to hit 2019 growth target early

Vietnam is on track to reach its 6.6-6.8 percent growth target this year. However, the country needs to remain cautious about external risks.

VN beer makers enjoy higher consumption

Alcohol and beer consumption is booming, and local beverage producers are cashing in.