Green vehicles take center stage at Vietnam Motor Show 2024

The Vietnam Motor Show 2024 (VMS 2024) officially opened on October 23 in Ho Chi Minh City.

HCM City adjusts land price framework to end of 2025

After three months of collecting and analyzing opinions, the HCM City People’s Committee has officially released a new land price framework. The sharpest land price increase is 25 percent.

Korean author’s book on General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong released in Vietnam

Cho Chulhyeon's book is the first by a foreign author to explore the life of Vietnam's late General Secretary.

Global experts convene in Vietnam for East Sea conference

Experts from around the world gather in Quang Ninh to address maritime issues and foster regional collaboration.

Thua Thien Hue declares emergency over worsening coastal erosion

The province declares an emergency as ongoing natural disasters lead to significant damage along the coastline.

Coral Princess Cruise docking brings over 2,000 tourists to explore Khanh Hoa

The province looks to further develop attractions for cruise visitors as more ships dock at Cam Ranh.

Victory against Uzbekistan boosts Vietnam women’s team ahead of match with China

The Vietnam women's national team secured a 2-0 victory over Uzbekistan in the Yongchuan Chongqing Women's Football Tournament held in China.

Tons of waste slide downhill, burying coffee farms in Da Lat

Local authorities are urging swift action after heavy rains caused a major waste spill, impacting local farmers.

Typhoon Trami to enter East Sea tomorrow, strong winds expected

Typhoon Trami has been shifting directions continuously and is expected to enter the East Sea tomorrow afternoon (October 24).

Phu Quoc takes second place among Asia’s best islands, only behind Bali

Phu Quoc made a surprising jump into the top 10 best islands in Asia in the Readers' Choice Awards 2024 organized by Condé Nast Traveler.

Prosecution charges 17 defendants in COVID-19 rescue flight bribery case

Some defendants exploited their positions to instruct and incite others to provide false statements, conceal crimes, and obstruct the investigation process by authorities.

Gold scarcity sparks long queues at Hanoi’s gold shops

Gold prices continued to surge this morning, October 23, with gold rings reaching over 88 million VND per tael.

Concerns raised over drug price regulation and potential market monopolies

During a National Assembly session, Health Minister Dao Hong Lan stressed the need for drug price regulation to prevent market volatility.

VN professor speaks out after papers withdrawn by Elsevier’s Fuel Journal

Associate Professor, Dr. Hoang Anh Tuan expressed his heartbreak over the withdrawal, emphasizing the need for fairness in how publishers treat authors.

Typhoon Tra Mi strengthens to level 10 as cold front moves into Northern Vietnam

Typhoon Tra Mi has intensified near the East Sea, with cold air moving into northern regions, bringing heavy rainfall and cool temperatures.

Vietnam Business News October 23/2024

Vietnam’s lobsters claw back prominence in China

Government unveils plans for financing Vietnam’s largest infrastructure project

The investment resources for the North-South high-speed railway project are now deemed manageable as Vietnam's economy continues to grow, with construction expected to commence in 2027.

HCM City adopts Singapore’s expertise in urban tree risk assessment

HCM City is adopting Singapore’s expertise in urban tree risk assessment and management to improve safety measures related to falling trees, especially following recent deadly incidents.

Vietnam News Headlines October 23/2024

Prime Minister leaves for expanded BRICS Summit in Russia

Sci-tech ministry backs restarting nuclear projects in Việt Nam

Nuclear energy produces nearly zero CO2 or other greenhouse gas emissions (roughly the same as hydro and wind power) and will be an important component in the power structure of many countries in the future.

New decree to overhaul investment in education

Foreign universities seeking to establish branch campuses in Việt Nam must meet stringent criteria, including being among the top 500 universities globally in the previous three years.

Shortest possible route selected for North-South high-speed railway

The route also meets technical requirements for a maximum gradient and curve radius that will ensure a smooth ride for passengers.

New $7-billion railway line to boost transport capacity across ten provinces

The line, which will cross ten provinces, will extend approximately 427km, beginning at Lào Cai station, where it connects with the Chinese railway and end at Hạ Long station, part of the Kép-Hạ Long line.

60% of first-time drug users in VN are under 25: police

There have been many new types of highly toxic drugs, with eye-catching forms that attract the curiosity of young people, hidden under the guise of "fun water", milk tea or marinated in food, drinks, electronic cigarettes, according to the police.

Decree developed to tighten management on imported products via e-commerce

VN is currently among the top 10 countries with the highest e-commerce growth rate in the world with revenue reaching nearly VNĐ498.9 trillion (US$20.1 billion) in 2023.