VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 13/2023

Financial sector promotes digital transformation in tax and customs processes

Mekong Delta Region needs urgent measures to cope with landslides

The situation of landslides along riverbanks and coastlines in the Mekong Delta is becoming increasingly severe, while preventive measures are challenging due to a lack of funding.

Wallabies brought in Vietnam by smugglers: Forest Ranger agency

The local forest ranger agency said that wallabies in the Northern Province of Cao Bang which were discovered by local inhabitants were brought to Vietnam by smugglers.

Various international TV channels withdraw from Vietnam

Over the past few years, numerous international TV channels have gradually exited the Southeast Asian pay television market, including Vietnam. It signals the beginning of a transformation in the management of cross-border television services.

Young woman teaches Vietnamese language courses at US university

In August 2022, the PM signed Decision 930, approving the "Day to Honor Vietnamese Language among Overseas Vietnamese 2023-2030". September 8 was chosen the Day to Honor Vietnamese Language.

Moving from ‘agricultural production’ to an ‘agricultural economy’

Vietnam has changed its mindset from ‘agricultural production’ to an ‘agricultural economy’ with an aim to create a highly competitive merchandise-producing agriculture, National Assembly deputies said at the ongoing National Assembly session.

Vietnamese economy stable amidst geopolitical instability

Vietnam's economy is resilient in the face of the "vortex" of geopolitical instability in the world, but it still needs to maintain growth momentum to keep up with the global economy, according to experts.

New laws needed to thaw frozen real estate market

Amendments to laws or a well-designed resolution that would motivate executive bodies and officers to "dare to think and dare to do", and protect them from imprisonment will help defrost the real estate market.

Vietnam taps potential to develop cruise tourism

With a long coastline of 3,260km, more than 4,000 islands and a wealth of renowned landscapes, Vietnam has become an attractive destination for cruise tourism.

Bamboo village strives to recover traditional handicraft

Bao La Village in the central province of Thừa Thiên Huê is striving hard to protect and preserve the traditional handicraft of bamboo weaving.

Enterprises surpass 2023 targets early

A raft of businesses spanning a range of sectors have reached their full-year profit targets ahead of time, despite the economic headwinds.

Vietnamese youth prefer western-style weddings

Instead of a traditional wedding, where bride and bridegroom follow many ceremonies, many young people prefer a western-style wedding organized outdoors, with romantic, modern and personalized rites.

Vai Gioi Cave: A natural marvel in Ninh Binh

Vai Gioi Cave in the expansive Thung Nham Ecotourism Zone is a captivating destination for tourists owing to its enchanting natural beauty.

Ba Trieu Temple at risk from terms

Ba Trieu Temple Relic Site has been experiencing termite damage to its botanical garden for years, and since 2023, the damage has gotten worse.

Asian & Pacific Conference of Correctional Administrators opens

Deputy Minister of Public Security Nguyen Van Long affirmed that the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam attaches great importance and highly appreciates the role of the Asian & Pacific Conference of Correctional Administrators.

Lo Lo Chai village develops thanks to homestay business

Lo Lo Chai village has become a bright spot for community-based tourism after local farmers turned traditional tile-roofed mud-walled houses into accommodation services.

Quang Nam’s delightful specialty evokes nostalgic childhood memories

Ram fish (Puntius brevis) holds a special place in the lives of Quang Nam residents during the rainy season.

Government borrowings capped at VND690 trillion in 2024

The National Assembly has approved a resolution on 2024 State budget revenue, in which Government borrowings will be capped at VND690.5 trillion, up 6% over this year.

Catfish sees higher output but lower export value

Vietnam saw a sharp rise in catfish output but lower export value in the first ten months of this year, according to the Vietnam Pangasius Association.

VBF sends referee to work abroad, to assign VBC to manage pro boxing

Referee Bui Thi Nhat Le will be the only Vietnamese referee officiating at a WBA Asia East event on November 22-23 in Singapore.

Phúc returns to running after doping scandal

Le Ngoc Phuc was satisfied taking silver in the National Athletics Championship 400m event in late October in Hanoi on his return to action after a 16-month ban for doping.

Vietnamese art director nominated for the Grammy 2024

Duy Đào, a Vietnamese designer and art director, has been nominated for the Grammy 2024 in the Boxed or Special Limited-Edition Package category for his design for the album Gieo (Sowing) by the Ngọt (Sweetness) band.

French court sentences 18 people for roles in Essex lorry deaths

As reported by the British newspaper The Guardian, of the 19 defendants in the French trial, who include Vietnamese, French, Chinese, Algerian and Moroccan nationals, 18 were found guilty.

Blood donation festival looks to collect 200 blood units for year-end demand

Since January this year, over 1.2 million units of blood have been donated across the country at major voluntary blood donation campaigns and events such as Red Spring Festival, Red Sunday and National Voluntary Blood Donation Day on April 7.

US remains Vietnam's largest export market

The US has retained its position as Vietnam's largest export market in recent years, while Vietnam has become the US' 7th largest trading partner and the largest trading partner of the US in the ASEAN region.