US attaches importance on investment in semiconductor chip industry in VN

Intel has poured $1.5 billion into a chip manufacturing factory in Vietnam, while Synopsys and Marvell are cooperating to offer training in semiconductor chip design in Vietnam.

Hanoi strengthens protection of children in cyberspace

The Hanoi Department of Information and Communications has implemented various programs to strengthen measures to protect children in the online environment.

Dak Nong attends 10th UNESCO Global Geopark Network Conference

A delegation of Dak Nong province recently attended the 10th UNESCO Global Geopark Network Conference in the Kingdom of Morocco.

The man who is happy doing good deeds

“Hello, I’m Tac, the carrier of patients for free. How can I help you?”  Nguyen Van Tac, 53, has been asking this question over the last 20 years.

Durian exports hit record, national durian brand proposed

To increase competitiveness, farmers, businesses and management agencies need to work together to standardize the production process and build a durian brand.

Ha Giang: Efficiency from collective economic models

The authorities of Ha Giang province have instructed relevant agencies to focus on promoting cooperatives and cooperative groups to innovate operating methods, meet market needs to contribute to promoting local socio-economic development.

International retailers seek to increase supplies from Vietnam

Many major retailers see Vietnam as an important goods production and supply source, and are looking for more Vietnamese supplies and partners.

Monk’s corpse kept intact at pagoda in An Giang for nearly one decade

A monk in An Giang passed away 10 years ago, but his body has not decomposed, though it was not preserved by chemicals or embalming methods.

VN advances national plan to eliminate ozone-depleting substances

VN is advised to promote the carbon credit market in the refrigeration and air-conditioning sector as one way to protect the ozone layer.

Looted artifact to return to Vietnam

The statue, about two metres long and around 250kg in weight, was recognised as a World Heritage by the United Nations’ cultural organisation (UNESCO).

NA Chairman offers incense to fire victims in fatal incident

A delegation of the National Assembly led by Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue on Friday offered incense and observed a minute of silence in tribute to 56 victims in a fire at a mini apartment building in Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi in late September 12.

Nong Thuy Hang to compete Miss Friendship International 2023

Nong Thuy Hang of the ethnic Tay group from the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang is set to represent Vietnam by competing at Miss Friendship International 2023.

Vietnamese futsal team to play Hungary and Russia in friendly matches

The Vietnamese national futsal team are set to face Hungary and Russia in two friendly matches on September 17 and September 19, respectively, with both games taking place in Ho Chi Minh City to prepare for upcoming international tournaments.

Tourism promotion takes flight in south for peak season

To improve the effectiveness of tourism promotion, many localities concentrate on marketing programmes specific to their area, and in line with key themes.

Foreign leaders send condolences over Hanoi tragic fire

Leaders of Laos, Venezuela, and Kazakhstan on September 15 sent condolences to Vietnamese leaders upon receiving news of a fire incident, which occurred in the late hours of September 12 night in Hanoi, causing significant loss of life and property.

Construction starts on Vietnam-China smart border gate project

A ceremony to start work on Huu Nghi (Vietnam) – Youyi Guan (China) smart border gate project took place on September 15.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS SEPTEMBER 16/2023

Vietnamese, Norwegian enterprises envisage a future of clean energy​

Ninth Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians opens in Hanoi

The ninth Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians, themed “The Role of Young People in Promoting the Realisation of Sustainable Development Goals via Digital Transformation and Innovations”, opened in Hanoi on September 15.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 16/2023

PM urges development of technical regulations for expressways

Vietnam seeking technology transfer into the local sphere

Promotion of foreign tech transfer investment is on the rise, but there are questions over absorption and spillover effects.

Coordination needed to prevent gender-based violence

To prevent and respond to gender-based violence, it is necessary to have the participation and close coordination of all relevant agencies and organizations at the central and local levels.

Life expectancy rises, but quality of life hindered by chronic disease

The life expectancy of Vietnamese has increased from 73.3 to 73.7 years, higher than other Southeast Asian countries.

Vietnam make up suitable plans for ASIAD without best players

Vietnam will compete at the 19th Asian Games (ASIAD) without some experienced players but the team have plans in place to achieve the best possible result.

Businesses warned about using damaged software

T, the owner of a business recently posted a comment on his Facebook page, complaining that computers at his enterprises "were infected with a botnet" which had caused severe damage to his business.

Vietnam's CBU car imports in Jan-Aug dip 10%

Vietnam’s completely-built-up (CBU) car imports from January to August dropped by 9.8% compared to the same period last year, reports the General Department of Vietnam Customs.