French-Vietnamese duet Maxime Zecchini & Chuong Vu to perform in Hanoi

The music nights promise audiences a unique classical music experience.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS SEPTEMBER 11/2023

Vietnam, US witness strides in trade connections

Vietnam, US issue Joint Leaders’ Statement

Leaders of Vietnam and the US have issued a Joint Leaders’ Statement on elevating the Vietnam-US ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership on the occasion of President Joseph Biden’s State visit to Vietnam from September 10-11.

Two children die in HCM City house fire

Two children have died in a fire that broke out at their house in Go Vap District in HCM City early Monday morning.

Market expected to perform positively on Biden's visit

The Vietnamese stock market was dynamic in the first trading week of September, thanks to positive macroeconomic news.

Vietnamese Vice President begins official visit to Mozambique

Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan and her entourage arrived in Maputo capital, Mozambique, on September 10 evening (local time), beginning a four-day official visit to the African country.

Oktoberfest set to be held in Da Nang for the first time

A replica of Oktoberfest – the largest beer festival in the world, will be brought to the coastal city of Da Nang for the first time ever.

“VN Days Abroad” to come to South Africa for first time

Under the instruction of lacquer artisan Tran Anh Tuan, who is also founder of the Lacquer School Tay Ho in Hanoi, guests can perfect small lacquer items including jewelry and decorative objects.

Transport Ministry disburses $2 billion for projects

The Ministry of Transport by the end of August had disbursed about VNĐ49.7 trillion (US$2 billion) out of the total public investment capital plan assigned by the Prime Minister of more than VNĐ95.2 trillion ($3.96 billion).

Address by US President to the press following talks with VN's Party leader

The following is President Joe Biden’s address to the press published by the White House.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 11/2023

Measures sought to promote Vietnam’s medical tourism

VN faces tough situation amid historic ‘rice fever’

The Vietnam Food Association (VFA) has sent a report to the Prime Minister about the difficulties the rice production sector is facing amid historic rice price increases.

Three beaches in Phu Quoc that will steal your heart

If you are searching for paradise, make sure Phu Quoc Island on the top of your list. Here are the top beaches on Vietnam’s biggest island.

The craft village that’s keeping carpentry alive

Renowned for its rich tradition of carpentry, this village has been thriving since the Nguyen Dynasty and continues to flourish as a prominent supplier of wooden products throughout the country.

Banks sit on mountains of cash: SBV official

The banking sector in Vietnam is currently sitting on mountains of cash as the demand for loans in the economy remains woefully low, said Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Dao Minh Tu.

International scholars see opportunities for VN from Biden’s visit

The advantage of accessing America's innovation and technology can offer great benefits to Vietnam through US President Joe Biden's visit.

More incentives proposed to boost Vietnam's hi-tech industry

The Ministry of Planning and Investment in Vietnam is backing additional investment incentives to stimulate hi-tech sector growth.

Banks dominate list of top profitable companies in Vietnam

Banks make up a significant proportion in the overall and private enterprise categories, according to the PROFIT500 rankings released on September 8.

Floating in the clouds on Pa Phach Peak

Tucked away amidst the sprawling expanse of Moc Chau Plateau, Pa Phach Peak emerges as one of those awe-inspiring cloud-chasing gems that remains a secret to most travelers.

Vietnamese rice export volume hits record high over eight months

Vietnam exported nearly six million tonnes of rice in the opening eight months of this year, representing a year-on-year rise of 20% and meeting 89% of the target set for the whole year.

Vietnam triumphs at Ankara World Championship 3-Cushion 2023

Cueist Bao Phuong Vinh (Vietnam) outplayed his teammate Tran Quyet Chien in the final of the World Championship 3-Cushion 2023 in Ankara, Turkey, winning the title for the first time in history on September 10.

Dak Nong supports OCOP entities in applying digital technology

Keeping pace with the development of 4.0 technology, Dak Nong authorities have actively supported OCOP subjects to apply digital technology in production.

Party General Secretary’s address to the press after talks with US President

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong and US President Joseph Biden met with the press following their talks in Hanoi on September 10 evening.

Vietnam and US lift ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

Vietnam and the United States have agreed to lift their relations to comprehensive strategic partnership for peace, cooperation and sustainable development.

Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong and US President hold high-level talks

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and US President Joe Biden held talks in Hanoi on September 10 following the latter’s arrival for a two-day State visit to Vietnam.