How will the US-China trade war affect Vietnam’s financial market?

Vietnam has devuded not to devalue the dong in order to gain advantages in export.

Foreign property investment heading ever upwards

Record levels of foreign investment are now being poured into Vietnam's property sector.

Talented American singer set for Vietnam performance

Greyson Chance, a talented American singer, songwriter, and pianist is scheduled to perform at the MTV Connection concert, which will be held at M-Plex Studios & Theatre in Ho Chi Minh City on July 25.

 

The Si La's unique costume

With a population of about 1,000 people, the Si La are one of the 5 smallest ethnic groups in Vietnam.

 

Ha Long Bay named one of most popular attractions in Asia

Ha Long Bay in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh is one of the most popular attractions place in Asia, according to the Hong Kong-based South China Morning Post (SCMP).

 

Landslides in the Mekong Delta causing serious erosion

Landslides have become a regular occurrence in the Mekong Delta.

Richest and brightest flock to Vietnam

Over the past 25 years, American investors have increased their involvement in Vietnam’s financial sector, a trend expected to continue as the country deepens its capital market and young startups look for funding and guidance.

HCM City implements new policies to attract talented staff

HCM City will begin implementing preferential policies this week to attract and retain talented people who can contribute to the city’s economic, social and cultural development.

Myung-Woo Cho wins International three-Cushion Billiards Tournament

South Korean player Myung-Woo Cho won the International three-Cushion Billiards Tournament that ended in the southern province of Binh Duong on Sunday.

Vietnam warned of technological landfill risk

Vietnam is at high risk of receiving out-of-date technologies from poor-quality foreign investment projects, thereby threatening the sustainable development of the local economy, analysts have warned.

 

HCM City sees increase of more than 75,000 students for upcoming academic year

The number of students from kindergarten to high school levels in HCM City will increase by more than 75,400 in the 2019-20 academic year, according to the city’s Department of Education and Training.

Events in Hanoi & HCM City on July 15-21

 VietNamNet introduces a selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from July 15 to 21.

Renowned Vietnamese mathematician Hoang Tuy passes away at 92

Professor Hoang Tuy, a mathematician known for his pioneering works in global optimisation, passed away on July 14 at the age of 92, the Vietnam Institute of Mathematics has announced.

 

Eximbank rocked by resignation of chairpersons

A number of key personnel of Eximbank have resigned and three chairpersons have quit over the last three months.

Government asks for tight control over corporate bond issuance

Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue has asked for tight control of corporate bond issuance so the finance and equity sectors operate properly and safely.

National High School Examination results released

Among nine subjects in the National High School Examination this year, History remained the subject with lowest average score despite all subjects seeing increased averages from last year's exam,

Potential risks for Vietnam's exports to U.S.

Vietnam’s exports to the United States have recently soared, bringing about opportunities to both gain more market shares in the states and potential risks.

 

Vietnam’s aviation market faces unhealthy competition

Pilots have more flying hours than allowed, while air carriers are paying high salaries to attract pilots or poach them from other airlines.

Dramatic images of fishing nets captured from above in Phu Yen

The south-central coastal province of Phu Yen is well known among visitors for its stunning romantic landscapes and delicious food, but now beautiful pictures of the daily lives of local fishermen can be added to the list.

Museum of Asian Art in Paris to display its first Vietnamese contemporary object

A handmade lacquer work from Vietnam has become the first contemporary handicraft object from Southeast Asia to be displayed at the Guimet Museum of Asian Art in Paris.

Puppetry theatre brings "The Tale of Kieu" to the stage

The Vietnam Puppetry Theatre will stage Truyện Kiều (The Tale of Kiều) for the first time as an experimental performance.

Mainlanders learn about remote islands via mementoes

An inner-city exhibition space showing mementoes of Truong Sa and Hoang Sa can satisfy all who have no chance to visit the remote islands but desire to learn about them and national sovereignty.

HCM City’s summer camp for young expats begins

A summer camp for 60 young expats kicked off on July 15 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Upscale hotels see room rates increase

Five-star hotels in the country increased room rates by 4.1 per cent last year while four-star hotels dropped theirs by 2.3 per cent, according to the Vietnam Hotel Survey released on Thursday by Grant Thornton.

 

More than 723,000 firms in Vietnam using e-tax declaration services

As of June 20, Vietnam had 723,667 businesses using e-tax declaration services, 99.8 per cent of total operating firms, according to the General Department of Taxation.