In the event, speakers gave presentations on the development and operation of sustainable transportation infrastructure in both VN and Japan, with Japanese delegates giving more specific experiences on railway, as well as seaports and airports.

In Vietnam, AI (artificial intelligence) technology is mostly used for customer care services, especially in the banking sector and insurance.

Even in a difficult economic context, it is expected that purchasing power during this year’s Lunar New Year (Tet) could increase by over 10 per cent compared to the same period last year.

The number of share auctions in the Vietnamese stock market has reached its lowest level in the past 16 years, according to recent statistics from the Hanoi and HCM Stock Exchanges (HNX and HoSE).

Vietnamese student Tran Thi Chi from Van Lang University in Vietnam claimed first prize in the International Graduation Projects Award 2023 thanks to her project “Culture of the Sea Museum”.

The Vietnamese youth chess team secured three individual gold medals in the Blitz chess category at the ongoing Asian Youth Chess Championships 2023 which was held in Al Ain in the UAE.

Local representative Do Thi Lan Anh finished among the Top 8 Best Bikini of the Miss Earth 2023 pageant, which is currently underway in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam suggests cooperation areas to help achieve zero-emission Asia

According to its development plan for 2021 - 2030 period, with a vision to 2050, Lai Chau province will turn the Ma Lu Thang Border Gate Economic Zone into a driving force for development and open another bilateral border gate in Muong Te district.

World Bank (WB) experts have suggested several things that Vietnam should do to attract foreign investment in the stock market at the recent Inter-Agency Seminar on Unlocking the Potential of Vietnam’s Capital Markets.

The central province of Quang Binh will use an aid grant of nearly 600 million VND (about 24,800 USD) from the World Pheasant Association for a conservation project on the “Ga Loi Lam Mao Trang” (Edwards's Pheasant, or Lophura edwardsi).

Vietnamese athletes will have the opportunity to take part in three major Asian-level tournaments in 2024.

Vietnamese cuisine continues to shine internationally, having secured the 22nd spot on the 100 “best cuisines in the world” list with an average score of 4.44/5 as voted by readers of the food magazine TasteAtlas.

Credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings has recently revealed upgrades for several banks, in the wake of its decision to raise Vietnam's national credit rating to BB+ with a long-term outlook of "Stable".

Instead of setting floor levels, it would be better to let supply and demand determine e-commerce shipping fees, experts say.

By enhancing capability, reforming institutions, continuing to exploit opportunities, and ensuring inter-sectoral cooperation, Vietnam can reach its zero net emission target and support energy transition goals.

Hanoi ranked higher than Kuala Lumpur, Taipei and Kyoto to obtain Asia’s Best Emerging Culinary City Destination 2023 at the World Culinary Awards.

Shrimp and pangasius farmers in the Mekong Delta are grappling with the imminent threat of substantial losses.

The Safety Zone in Dinh Hoa Commune in the northern province of Thai Nguyen used to provide shelter to the leadership of the war of resistance against the return of the French colonialists.

Experience the delightful blend of buttery young jackfruit and the gentle sweetness of baby clams in this rustic and easily crafted dish, evoking the flavors of the countryside.

In light of the recent incident involving the destruction of two shipments of Vietnamese durians and peppers by the Japanese authorities, the vulnerability of Vietnamese agricultural exporters remains a pressing concern.

Christmas is just a week away, and many young people are starting to look for fun and entertaining activities with friends during the holiday.

Determining this as a "driving force" for comprehensive development of ethnic minority and mountainous areas, government and relevant sectors have simultaneously implemented the programme in all localities and achieved encouraging achievements.

Filmmakers, lawyers and distribution companies have said that copyright infringement is getting diverse and more serious. As soon as new movies hit the screen, hundreds of pirated films and videos appear on illegal websites.

Households install rooftop solar power systems for their own use, but cannot sell electricity to other institutions and individuals. They can potentially provide electricity to the national grid, but they do not get paid for doing so.