VAR to debut at AFF Cup: Vietnam national team prepares for new challenge

The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology will be implemented for the first time at the 2024 AFF Cup, marking a significant development for the tournament and a crucial consideration for the Vietnam national team.

VND272 trillion proposed for 88 infrastructure projects in HCMC

VND272 trillion will be needed for 88 infrastructure projects listed in the investment plan until 2030, according to the HCMC Department of Transport.

MIC to turn off 2G technology by September 16

Vietnam will turn off 2G technology on land from September 16 so telecommunication service providers are being urged to take drastic measures to support their subscribers to switch to mobile phones with higher technology to ensure their interests.

First-ever international youth arts festival slated for August

The first-ever international youth arts festival is scheduled to take place this August to convey the message of friendship and create a platform for young people of Vietnam and other countries to show their talents.

Trinh Van Quyet trial to start in mid-July

Trinh Van Quyet, considered the mastermind of a crime with assistance from accomplices, was charged with allegedly falsely inflating FLC stockholder equity from VND1.5 billion to VND4.3 trillion.

VN women's volleyball team defeats Philippines, advances in world tournament

The Vietnamese women's volleyball team achieves a historic 3-0 victory against the Philippines, advancing to the semifinals of the 2024 FIVB Challenger Cup.

Renewable energy allowed to be traded directly

Producers and customers can now directly buy and sell clean energy through a power purchase agreement, with electricity prices determined by mutual agreement between both parties.

Three Vietnamese powerlifters earn Paralympic spots

Three powerlifters have qualified for Vietnam's Paralympic team, increasing the total number to six.

Intel and LG bypass Vietnam for billion-dollar projects: Analyzing the reasons

Foreign corporations such as Samsung, Intel, and LG have surveyed Vietnam for potential investment but ultimately decided to invest their billion-dollar projects in other countries.

Over 200 linked to Trinh Van Quyet’s crimes evade trial

Over 200 individuals, including relatives and acquaintances of former FLC Group Chairman Trinh Van Quyet, have been implicated in assisting his criminal activities. However, they will not face trial.

Quang Tri to unveil investment opportunities in 30 key projects

A conference to invite investments and reveal more details for ambitious plans for Quang Tri will be held on July 6

Ministry unveils draft law on data for public feedback

The Ministry of Public Security has published a draft law on data to garner opinions from organisations and people.

Vietnam News Headlines July 5/2024

Vietnam win big at Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia

VN’s export products encounter 253 trade defence lawsuits

Those include 138 anti-dumping investigations, 50 self defence cases, 37 anti-evasion of trade remedies and 27 anti-subsidy cases.

The 2024 Da Nang Asian Film Festival draws moviegoers to the coastal city

The 2024 Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF II) takes place from July 2 to July 6, offering numerous first-rate films, and a packed event schedule full of in-depth discussions with international experts and filmmakers from all over the world.

Vietnam Business News July 5/2024

Hanoi gears up for Metro Line No. 3 with contractor selection plan approved

Vietnamese app developers eye Russian market with Yandex's support

Yandex, Russia's largest technology company, believes that apps developed by Vietnamese programmers can find a user base in Russian-speaking markets.

Chinese Ambassador highlights VN's role as key connector in global rail network

Vietnam is poised to become a crucial hub linking ASEAN, Europe, and Central Asia through three major railway projects connecting Vietnam and China, said Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam, Xiong Bo.

Int'l kite festival to take place in Quang Nam

An International Kite Festival, featuring 100 kite varieties from 10 countries worldwide, will be held by the central coastal province of Quang Nam from July 25 to 28.

Vietnam’s steel exports affected by EU’s extension of safeguard measures

The European Commission has extended safeguard measures on steel products for two more years until June 2026, impacting many steel exporting countries, including Vietnam.

Da Nang needs new products for tourists to stay longer: Official

The central city of Da Nang needs to mobilise resources to offer new products to attract more visitors and keep them there longer, Director of the municipal Department of Statistics Tran Van Vu has said.

Vietnamese contestant wins Mister Supranational Asia 2024 title

Vietnamese model Do Quang Tuyen brought home the Mister Supranational Asia 2024 title on the final night of the Mister Supranational 2024 male pageant held in Poland on July 5.

Waste-to-energy projects need to be accelerated to address pollution

With the advent of waste-to-energy technology, the concepts of ’environment and economy’ can progress in tandem with no longer any need to trade off or sacrifice one for the other.

Vietnam's path to a green economy: Challenges and opportunities

Vietnam is progressing its energy transition by decreasing its dependence on fossil fuel-based electricity and prioritising the development of clean, sustainable energy sources to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.

Vietnamese official to referee 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup

Referee Truong Quoc Dung is one of 39 officials who will work at the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2024 later this year.