Young volunteers of Hanoi Xanh clean up the rivers of the city

With the motto ’Wherever we go, it’s always clean’, they have carried out campaigns to clean up and pick up trash in polluted rivers and canals with the aim to revitalise the city’s waterways.

Talented teenage cyclist killed in traffic accident during training

The Vietnam Cycling and Motor Sports Federation announced national talented cyclist Tran Minh Man died aged 17 because of traffic accident on June 27.

Teen swimmer excited for career milestone in Paris

Vo Thi My Tien is one of the people receiving a spot, as granted by the International Swimming Federation (FINA) and will enjoy her first appearance at the world’s largest sporting festival in July in France.

Many Vietnamese travellers prefer long domestic trip this summer

HCM City is among the top leisure destinations that Vietnamese travellers plan to visit this summer holiday.

Pilot sidewalk usage fee collection proposed in Hoàn Kiếm District

The proposal came after assessing the current management status at 123 local streets in the city.

Vietnam News Headlines June 29/2024

Survey on socio-economic situation of 53 ethnic minorities to start from July 1

Six-month FDI inflows up 13% year on year

Foreign businesses injected nearly US$15.19 billion worth of foreign direct investment (FDI) into the Vietnamese economy in the first six months of 2024, representing a year-on-year rise of 13.1%, according to the General Statistics Office.

Foreign tourists spend 40% of their budget on food and drink in Vietnam

Vietnamese payment platform Payoo has revealed statistics indicating that foreign tourists typically spend 40% of their budget on food and drink when visiting the nation.

Opera stars to descend on Hanoi for "The First Sounds of Love" concert

Classical music lovers in Hanoi will be offered a treat as world-renowned artists Katherine Jenkins and Giuseppe Gipali headline the special concert "The First Sounds of Love" on July 10.

Vietnam wins 12 medals at Southeast Asia rowing, canoeing championships

Vietnamese rowers on June 28 won two gold, six silver and four bronze medals at the 2024 Southeast Asia Rowing and Canoeing, U19 and U23 Championships being held in the northern city of Hai Phong.

Hanoi works to encourage summer travellers stay longer

Hanoi’s tourism sector is working to develop effective strategies to attract visitors during summer, which often sees relatively fewer tourists staying in the capital city compared to autumn and winter.

Chinese tourists make up over 2 million of nearly 9 million int’l visitors to VN

In the first six months of 2024, international visitors to Vietnam reached more than 8.8 million, marking a 58.4% increase compared to the same period last year.

Robust growth in Q2/2024: Vietnam's GDP rises by 6.93%

The GDP for the first six months of 2024 increased by 6.42%, slightly lower than the growth rate of 6.58% in the first six months of 2022. Notably, GDP in the second quarter continued its recovery trajectory.

Ambassador Ito Naoki Discusses Japan’s evolving ODA strategy for Vietnam

Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam, Mr. Ito Naoki, recently met with the press to discuss the prospects for cooperation between Japan and Vietnam and the focus of promoting bilateral relations in the new term.

Strict nighttime alcohol inspections in Hanoi: No exemptions

The Traffic Police Department of Hanoi has ramped up nighttime inspections for alcohol violations, rigorously checking all drivers, including female motorcyclists.

Vietnam to implement new Land, Housing, Real Estate Laws from August 1

Delegates press the button to approve the project "1 law amending 4 laws". Photo: QH

National Assembly approves extended VAT reduction & VN Airlines loan extension

The National Assembly has agreed to continue reducing value-added tax (VAT) by 2% for groups of goods and services from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.

Despite being a major exporter, Vietnam imports US$700 million worth of rice

Despite being a major rice-exporting country, Vietnam spent nearly 700 million USD on rice imports in the first six months of this year to meet domestic production and consumption needs.

The Philippine submission: Third round of note-verbal battle?

The Philippines submitted an extended continental shelf claim in the East Sea 15 years after the deadline because the government under President Jr. Marcos is shifting its policy toward greater assertiveness and transparency in the region.

Vietnam's overseas investments: Opportunities and challenges

Overseas investment activities of Vietnamese enterprises show promising growth but also come with significant potential risks. To avoid major setbacks, it is crucial to plan for contingencies right from the start.

Lotus splendor: Capturing the timeless beauty of Vietnam's national flower

The leaves spread out, hanging round on the water surface, cherishing, protecting, sometimes like giant hands, reaching out to embrace each flower, creating unique images of lotus flowers on ponds and lakes in many northern provinces.

Many Vietnamese films fail, some earning only US$17,000

While the first five months of the year saw the spectacular success of "Mai," "Lat Mat 7," and "Gap Lai Chi Bau," with a combined revenue of over 1,000 billion VND, Vietnamese cinemas also recorded a series of films that failed miserably.

Exploring the dishes of Vietnam's newly-awarded Michelin restaurants

On the evening of June 27, the Michelin Guide announced its 2024 list of selected restaurants in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang.

Sour ant salad: A Thai delicacy in Mai Chau that stuns and delights

The unique sour ant salad, a delicacy of the Thai people in Mai Chau, garners praise for its distinct flavor.

Tourist's video of overpriced rose apples in Hanoi triggers police investigation

The police in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, are investigating a viral video showing a street vendor charging a foreign customer 200,000 VND per kilogram of rose apples. The video has sparked significant public outrage and debate over the past few days.