On-site cooking: A highlight at Danang International Food Festival 2019

President of Worldchefs Thomas A. Gugler will join other 13 talented chefs from around the world at  the upcoming Danang International Food Festival 2019 (DNIFF) .

 

The trade war rages on

The Sino-American trade war is escalating in unpredictable ways. Contrary to some analyses, its impacts on Vietnam are arguably beneficial. A vulnerable economy such as Vietnam’s is unlikely to benefit from this global war.

 

Major firms to inform authority of M&A deals

Many large breweries may be required to report all of their M&A deals to the management agency.

 

Vietnam still needs coal-fired thermal power

Coal-fueled thermal power plants are still an important source of energy for the next decade, when the country will be in dire need of energy for more production, heard attendees at a seminar in HCMC last week.

 

Vietnamese disabled given a chance at work

Social impact businesses raise awareness about people with disabilities and create major value for the community.

Exam cheating scandal: how much did one score adjustment cost?

Some defendants in the exam cheating scandal said that VND1 billion was paid for each ‘exam score fabrication’.

A unique fair in Ha Giang

Pho Cao Fair in the mountainous province of Ha Giang is a unique event in that visitors do not know exactly when it meets again next time.

Vietnam tourism at the fingertips

Efforts are in place and ongoing to adopt digital technologies and turn Vietnam into a regional travel destination based on smart tourism development.

ODA projects employ foreign consultants at high costs

Official development assistance (ODA)-funded projects have been found to employ foreign consulting firms at high costs, noted a report from the State Audit of Vietnam (SAV).

 

Vietnam's southern region develops renewable energy

Vietnam has the advantage for developing wind and solar power. Encouraged by the state’s investment incentives, many businesses have invested in this area and have achived positive results.

 

VN State Bank not pursuing unhealthy competitive advantage in trade

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) said in a recent statement that it is not pursuing an unhealthy competitive advantage in international trade after the U.S. Treasury Department raised concerns over the Vietnam's currency practices this week.

 

Events in Hanoi & HCMC on June 3-9

NDO - A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Hanoi police arrest student hackers charged with theft of US$214,000

Four university students in the northern province of Thai Nguyen, who were found to have carried out cyberattacks to steal nearly VND5 billion (US$214,000), have been arrested.

 

RCEP: Vietnamese businesses fear inner-bloc competition

Vietnam will have to compete with other RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) countries because its most advantageous products are similar to key export product items of the countries.

V.League: Quang Nam FC escape bottom after resounding win

Former champions Quang Nam FC demolished Hai Phong FC with three unanswered goals in their V.League matchday 12 encounter on May 31, to escape just two points clear of bottom place.

 

Che jars in the Ede’s life

The Ede ethnic minority people in the Central Highlands have developed rich cultural values, which are closely associated with terraced field cultivation.

 

International safety standards achieved by VN aviation industry

Vietjet, Vietnam Airlines, and Jetstar Pacific Airlines – the country’s top airlines – have achieved the highest ranking of seven-star on international aviation safety provided by global prestigious rating agency Airline Ratings.

 

Ancient Phuoc Tich village preserves heritage

Phuoc Tich ancient village, about 35 km north of Hue City, is located on the bank of the O Lau River, which separates Thua Thien-Hue and Quang Tri province.

 

Southern Food Festival 2019 features array of dishes for Children’s Day

The ninth annual Southern Food Festival began in Dam Sen Cultural Park in Ho Chi Minh City on May 30 as part of a range of activities held to celebrate International Children’s Day.

Vietnamese kid crowned Mini Miss Diamond VN in Britain

Six-year-old Elsa Thien Long was named as the winner of the Mini Miss Diamond Vietnam title during the grand final of Miss Diamond UK which was recently held in Britain.

Hanoi artisan promotes Vietnamese kites to the world

Ba Duong Noi village in Hanoi’s Dan Phuong district is known for its beautifully crafted kites with wooden flutes attached.

Int'l Children Festival 2019 excites crowds in Hoi An

Traditional dances and folk games were put on display by children from eight participating countries, leaving a positive impression on viewers during the International Children Festival VTV 2019 in Hoi An.

Jaywuan Hill returns to the VN Basketball Association a man on a mission

The 2019 Vietnamese Basketball Association (VBA) season tips off today, beginning the fourth season of domestic professional basketball.

 

Da Nang International Fireworks Festival opens

Vietnam and Russia performed during the curtain-raiser of the 2019 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival on the Han River on June 1.

 

Vietnam has chance to win non-permanent UNSC seat

Vietnam has been nominated by Asia-Pacific countries in the UN as their only candidate for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations (UN) Security Council for the 2020-2021 tenure, with the vote slated for June 7.