Prime Minister recounts cherished memories with Coach Park in Seoul

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh shares heartfelt memories with Korean friends, highlighting the bond between Vietnam and Korea.

From Vietnam to the world: A solo traveler's 50-nation odyssey

Phan Thanh Quoc, a 32-year-old from Vietnam, shares his incredible journeys and near-death experiences from Everest to the Amazonian Anaconda.

A glimpse into Ba Chua Xu Temple, Vietnam's most generous relic site

Discover the spiritual and architectural beauty of Ba Chua Xu Temple, the highest donation-collecting relic site in Vietnam in 2023.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh welcomed in Seoul

At 2:30 p.m. (local time) on June 30, the plane carrying Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his wife, and the Vietnamese delegation arrived at Seongnam Military Airport in Seoul, marking the start of an official visit to South Korea.

Vietnamese smart home startup aims for global technological prominence

Driven by his unwavering belief in the potential of the smart home industry, CEO Nguyen Manh Toan set his sights on this promising domain.

Hanoi twins make headlines with identical exam scores

Twins Vu The Hoang Huy and Vu The Hoang Tien achieve remarkable identical scores on their 10th grade exams.

NA passes revised Social Insurance Law restricting lump sum withdrawals

The provision regarding one-time withdrawals of social security benefits also received 93.83 per cent of the NA’s approval.

Chinese fugitive arrested in central Vietnam

The police of Vietnam have arrested a Chinese national on the wanted list by the Chinese police.

Vietnam expects to have 15 undersea cable routes by 2030

Vietnam plans to build at least 10 new undersea cable routes by 2030, increasing the total number to 15 with a minimum capacity of 350 Tbps.

Vietnam's exports surge in first half of 2024, driving trade surplus

Vietnam’s goods export turnover was estimated at 190.08 billion USD in the first half of 2024, a year on year rise of 14.5% and pushing up the country's trade surplus to 11.63 billion USD, reported the General Statistics Office (GSO) on June 29.

Swimming, coral viewing suspended at certain locations in Con Dao national park

The management board of the Con Dao National Park on June 28 announced a temporary suspension of swimming and coral viewing activities at several marine conservation areas from July 1 to September 30.

Consumer price index up by 4.08% in six months: GSO

Vietnam's consumer price index (CPI) rose by 4.08% in the first half compared to the same period last year, while core inflation increased by 2.75%, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Southeastern region eyes ways to increase tourism competitiveness

The southeastern region, which comprises of Ho Chi Minh City, Ba Ria-Vung Tau, Tay Ninh, Binh Phuoc and Binh Duong provinces, is striving to promote tourism by developing strong products, increasing connectivity, and forming new tours.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh embarks on official visit to South Korea

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his delegation aim to strengthen bilateral ties and enhance economic cooperation during their visit to South Korea.

Belarusian visits seafood market at 4am, tries super-cheap dishes in Phu Yen

To enjoy specialties in Phu Yen, Iryna Yang, 28, from Belarus, got up at 4am to visit a seafood market to buy cuttlefish and shrimp, and ask sellers how to process the seafood.

Many middle-aged Vietnamese men choose aesthetic treatments

Not only celebrities but ordinary people as well also have demand for upgrading their beauty. Many men have had breast augmentation surgeries, buttocks padding or abdominal liposuction.

A special retreat where children don’t have to recite prayers

“Summer is the time for children to rest and play, so we don’t intend to put pressure on them. They won’t be asked to sit for many hours and say their prayers,” said Thich Tam Thuan, a Buddhist nun.

Hoping for cheap air tickets, passengers spend the night at airports

To save money, many travelers have booked tickets for flights at night. But they have regretted their decision because they ended up paying more for hotel rooms and food while waiting for flights.

Preserving heritage: Hanoi's French house becomes a cultural hub

Ngo Quy Duc's project brings traditional Vietnamese crafts back into modern life, showcasing their timeless beauty.

Ang Pagoda: A 1,000-year-old Khmer treasure in Tra Vinh

From its origins in 990 to its modern-day splendor, Ang Pagoda stands as a testament to Khmer architectural artistry.

Explore earth's history: Fossil exhibit at Hanoi Museum

From 40,000-year-old human teeth to the oldest stone in Vietnam, the Hanoi Museum's exhibit offers a glimpse into the past.

Vietnam's motorbike industry: A look at the first half of 2024

In the first half of 2024, Vietnam's domestic enterprises manufactured approximately 1.45 million new motorbikes.

Vietnam spends over US$1.5 billion on imported cars in first half of 2024

Despite a slowdown in the Vietnamese car market, the influx of foreign cars remains strong.

Exploring Vietnam's most expensive Pho with American foodies

The bowl of pho, priced at over 4 million VND, includes many high-quality ingredients while retaining the traditional flavor of Vietnamese pho.

Vietnam Business News June 29/2024

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