Vietnam calls for more OECD’s policy recommendations

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son suggested OECD give more policy recommendations to Vietnam at a meeting with OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann on October 26.

More international flights to Phu Quoc: opportunities, challenges

Some airlines of the Republic of Korea are planning to open direct air routes to Phu Quoc island, which is considered not only opportunities but also challenges for its tourism sector.

2023 Asian Para Games: Vietnam bags first gold medal

Swimmer Le Tien Dat brought the first gold medal to Vietnam in the men's 100 metre breaststroke SB5 event on October 27 during the ongoing fourth Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China.

23rd Vietnam-China International Trade Fair scheduled in November

On the afternoon of October 25, in Lao Cai city, the third meeting on preparations for the 23rd Vietnam - China International Trade Fair in 2023 was held.

Vietnamese workers lose jobs to robots, AI

FPT University Vice President Hoang Nam Tien says many workers in Vietnam have lost their jobs because of robots.

Millions of teachers to receive higher salaries

When wage reform is implemented, starting July 1, 2024, millions of civil servants, public employees and teachers will enjoy higher salaries, while salaries of staff at 36 specific units will see salaries unchanged.

Pharmaceutical companies' profits drop, but shares still attract foreigners

Most pharmaceutical firms have reported sharp falls in profit, but their share prices are still hovering around historical peaks. Foreign investors continue to help keep industry shares at $6 billion.

Demand for home loans remains modest despite interest rate cut

Demand for home loans remains low, although interest rates have decreased by 1-3 percentage points per year compared to the beginning of this year.

2G mobile service switch-off must ensure user rights

To permanently turn off the 2G mobile signal, the Information and Communications Ministry issued the National Technical Regulations on terrestrial mobile communication terminals.

Dengue fever cases see sharp rise in Hanoi

According to the Hanoi Center for Disease Control (CDC) one person has died as a result of the infection.

Challenges linger for VN's airlines

The slow recovery of the global aviation market and sliding regional demand for air travel could prolong the path to recovery for local airlines.

HCM City faces difficulties dealing with rising amounts of waste

Many people in HCM City's Cu Chi District are complaining about serious pollution coming from two waste treatment plants in the area.

Crocodiles at Nghe An’s largest park relocated

A group of 10 crocodiles at Vinh City Central Park in the central province of Nghe An has been relocated to a local tourist site.

Hanoi: Three people die in house fire

A woman and her two children have died after a fire broke out at their house in Hanoi's Thanh Tri District late Thursday afternoon.

Vietnam, RoK join hands to deal with jeep incident’s aftermath: Spokesperson

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on October 26 provided updates on the jeep incident at Cu Lan village tourist area in Lac Duong district, the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong that killed four tourists.

Vietnam, Thailand agree to work towards higher level of strategic partnership

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara on October 26 agreed to work to elevate their countries’ strategic partnership to a new height.

Vietnamese chess players grab five silvers, two bronzes at Asian Para Games 2023

Vietnamese chess players bagged five silver and two bronze medals in the chess standard events at the ongoing 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China, on October 26.

Sixty-one Vietnamese citizens rescued from casinos in Myanmar

61 Vietnamese citizens have been identified so far among the nearly 200 foreign nationals rescued by Myanmar authorities from scam casino operations.

Vietnamese citizens in Israel advised to prepare for evacuation amid conflict

So far, Vietnamese citizens currently residing in Israel remain safe, according to the foreign ministry spokesperson

Vietnam appreciates Hong Kong’s visa relaxation: Spokeswoman

Vietnam recognised and highly evaluated the decision of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (China) to ease visa rules for Vietnamese citizens, Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has said.

VNU-Hanoi has two more disciplines ranked by Times Higher Education

Courses in Education and Clinical and Health of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU, Hanoi) find a place in the Times Higher Education (THE)’s World University Ranking by Subjects 2024, which was released on October 26.

Int’l conference on East Sea promotes mutual understanding: experts

The conference has contributed to promoting transparency, building a network of experts, and creating a platform to discuss regional issues.

PM urges Amazon to expand operations in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged online retail giant Amazon to further expand its operations in Vietnam while receiving Vice President of International Public Policy & Government Affairs at Amazon Susan Pointer.

Hoa Binh: Administrative reform is a key task

Stage agencies at all levels in Hoa Binh province identify administrative reform as one of the key tasks, a strategic breakthrough in direction and administration, aiming at winning atisfaction of people and enterprises.

Preserving ancient pottery techniques in Yang Tao

This ancient ceramic-making technique only exists in Yang Tao commune, Lak district and Trap village in Krong Ana district of Dak Lak province.