Three Vietnamese destinations listed among 10 cooling getaways in Asia

Channel NewsAsia has picked 10 cooling getaways in Asia to escape the intense heat, with three Vietnamese destinations - Sa Pa in Lao Cai province, Da Lat in Lam Dong province, and Ba Na Hills in Da Nang – featured on the list.

Vietnamese passion fruit, coconut get green light to enter Australia, China

Fresh Vietnamese passion fruit and coconut have huge export opportunities to Australia and China via official channels, according to the Plant Protection Department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Vietnamese, Austrian Presidents hold talks

President Vo Van Thuong and his Austrian counterpart Alexander Van der Bellen discussed measures to deepen the bilateral friendship and multifaceted cooperation during their talks in Vienna on July 24.

Swine fever vaccines approved for nationwide use

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) on July 24 issued a document guiding the use of vaccines against African swine fever (ASF) nationwide.

Vietnam considers risk-free bonds

The Government has assigned the Ministry of Finance to study a proposal to allow the State Bank of Vietnam to guarantee payment of bank bonds, just like with bank deposits.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JULY 25/2023

Doksuri forecast to become superstorm

Vietnam considered potential market for foreign agricultural products

Importing countries have organized a series of trade promotion activities to increase exports as they considered the Vietnamese market as a highly potential one for agricultural products.

Where are the Vietnamese art critics and cultural researchers?

Amid the social network boom, anyone can express opinions about artworks and become a cultural critic. However, well-trained professional critics are seriously lacking in Vietnam.

Film industry increases positive impact on local economy

The film industry has positive impact on local economy, helping to promote local images and brands, attracting investment and tourists.

Park on Red River’s alluvial islet to serve as Hanoi’s tourism hotspot

The goal of building the Red River as a central landscape axis is to create an open, green space integrated with modern and well-planned urban infrastructure, transforming it into an appealing tourist destination.

Vietnamese tech firms have good problem-solving skills: VSA

Foreign businesses and partners' tough problems can be solved effectively by Vietnamese tech firms, says Nguyen Thi Thu Giang, deputy chair of the Vietnam Software Association (VSA).

ISPH offers A-Levels Program - The way to the world

The International School at ParkCity Hanoi (ISPH) has announced to open its news Sixth Form Centre in August 2023.

Vietnam's 15 renewable energy transition projects generate 154 million kWh

In a significant stride towards renewable energy adoption, 15 transitional renewable energy projects have contributed approximately 154 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity.

Vietnam has thousands of pharmacists, but lacks locally made brandname drugs

Universities in Vietnam graduate thousands of pharmacists a year, but the country has outdated manufacturing technology that could produce brandname drugs.

Cool summer breeze on Lak Lake

Possessing a tranquil poetic beauty, Lak Lake is likened to a precious pearl in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak, captivating tourists from their first-time arrival.

Korean cultural days underway at Vietnam National Library every weekend

The National Library of Vietnam is set to host a series of events with the theme of experiencing Korean culture every weekend from July 28 to August 12.

Vietnam represents the second largest shrimp exporter globally

Vietnam has become the world's second largest shrimp supplier, with export value accounting for 13-14% of the globe's total shrimp export value.

Competition heats up in domestic confectionery market

The race in the confectionery market is looking more attractive for KIDO Group (KDC) since returning to the market two years ago to compete against other big brands such as Pan Group’s Bibica, Mondelez Kinh Do and Huu Nghi Food.

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City among the best Vietnam holiday destinations in Asia

The nostalgic beauty of the culturally rich capital city and the dynamic life in the southern city has made Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City fascinating tourist destinations domestically and internationally.

Foreign tech giants contribute $166 million in taxes in H1/2023

The General Department of Taxation has reported that prominent foreign tech companies, including Google, Apple, Facebook, Netflix, TikTok, made substantial tax contributions, amounting to around $166 million during the first half of 2023.

Filipino tourists are biggest spenders in Vietnam in 2022

The Statistical Yearbook 2022 which has been released by the General Statistics Office (GSO) found that the average spending of foreign travelers to Vietnam increased slightly.

Vietnamese destinations continue earning int’l recognition

Vietnamese destinations have continually been honoured by the foreign media recently, helping popularise the country as a beautiful, hospitable, and attractive destination for international visitors.

After scandals, life insurers see revenue, new contracts drop

After many scandals in the insurance sector were discovered, the revenue of the life insurance sector plummeted as people lost confidence in insurers.

Vietnamese women’s karate team win gold in Asia

Vietnamese women’s karate team won the gold medal in kumite after beating Iranian team 2-0 in the final match on July 23 at the on-going 2023 Asian Senior Karate Championship in Malaysia.

Traditionally inspired graphics by Hanoi artists

The exhibition tells the story of Vietnamese printmaking over a decade and features various woodblock collections with exquisite and elaborate carvings.