EU, Vietnam step up security, climate cooperation

The fourth meeting of the Vietnam-EU Joint Committee under the EU-Vietnam Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) was held recently in Brussels, Belgium.

Vietnamese, Japanese geoparks sign MoU on cooperation

A ceremony was held on November 10 to sign a memorandum of understanding on cooperation between UNESCO Global Geopark Dong Van Karst Plateau and aspiring UNESCO Global Geopark Mine-Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau of Japan.

Bringing folk arts closer to youngsters

With the aim of bringing folk art performances closer to the youth, many organisations have focused on introducing traditional art forms in public spaces, increasing interactions with folk art and young people.

Billionaires from East Europe operating in major business fields in Vietnam

Most Vietnamese businesspeople who started businesses in East European countries after finishing studies there returned to Vietnam to do business in their fields.

Five major firms in oil and gas industry make huge profits

Five big oil and gas firms have reported huge profits which have exceeded the yearly targets.

Online export turnover rises, but sale of farm exports online still sluggish

The turnover from farm exports via e-commerce platforms remains modest, though Vietnam has high-quality farm products, especially tea and coffee.

Quang Phu Cau: where tradition meets fragrance in Hanoi

Quang Phu Cau incense village in Ung Hia District, renowned for its incense sticks and incense production, has become a beacon for those seeking an olfactory journey into Vietnam’s cultural heritage.

One million hectares of large-timber forest for export

Vietnam currently has a total forest area of approximately 14.74 million hectares, with planted forests making up 31 percent and natural forests constituting the remaining 69 percent.

Health Ministry urges proactive monitoring of monkeypox cases

The Ministry of Health has reported that from early July 2023 to the present, Vietnam has consistently recorded cases of monkeypox (Mpox), with approximately 63 per cent of these cases involving individuals infected with HIV.

Smart device to detect and manage pipeline leaks

A group of students at the University of Technology and Education - University of Da Nang is working on an innovative project aimed at using a device to detect and manage pipeline leaks.

Kon Ko Tu tourism village on the Dak Bla riverside

Kon Ko Tu community cultural tourism village is the first tourist site in Kon Tum province to be recognized as a 3-star OCOP tourism product. This place preserves many unique traditional cultural features of the Ba Na people.

What is the fate of railway cafes in Hanoi?

While Hanoi authorities believe that prohibiting railway cafes ensures social security, economists warn the ban will cause a special tourism product to disappear.

Governor Nguyen Thi Hong: Women have characteristics suitable for banking jobs

According to Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Nguyen Thi Hong, women's gender characteristics such as meticulousness, accuracy, perseverance, and caution are very suitable for the requirements of the banking industry.

Domestic ad firms warned of risks of relying on foreign platforms

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) wants the Vietnam Advertising Association (VAA) to help agencies ensure fairness between domestic firms and foreign platforms.

Vietnamese representative crowned Little Miss World Tourism 2023

Local teen model Tran Ngoc Gia Han was awarded the title of Little Miss World Tourism 2023 during the grand final of the World Tourism Festival for Beauty Friendship and Fashion which recently concluded in the Philippines.

Bodybuilder Mach clinches sixth world gold

Bodybuilder Pham Van Mach won a gold medal in the men’s 55kg category on November 9 at the ongoing 14th World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships and Congress (WBPF), now underway in the Republic of Korea.

Fitch Ratings optimistic about Vietnam's economic growth

Credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings on November 9 forecast Vietnam’s GDP growth to accelerate to 6.3% in 2024 and 7.0% in 2025.

Huge real estate projects attract foreign capital

The Vietnamese real estate market has attracted millions of dollars for large projects recently.

NA sets 2024 State budget collection target at almost US$70 billion

The National Assembly (NA) on November 10 adopted a resolution on the state budget estimates for 2024, which targets next year’s state budget collection at over 1.7 quadrillion VND (nearly 69.8 billion USD).

Online Friday 2023 to feature 500 brands, 3,000 businesses

Up to 500 brands, 3,000 businesses, e-marketplaces, and sale supporting platforms will take part in the Vietnam Online Shopping Day - Online Friday 2023 in early December.

Dong Van ancient town in Ha Giang Province

For the past one year, in the center of Dong Van ancient town in Ha Giang province, cultural activities imbued with national cultural identity have been held every evening.

Bac Kan upgrades markets in ethnic minority areas

Bac Kan province has well implemented a program to build, renovate and upgrade markets in ethnic minority and mountainous areas.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 10/2023

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First symphony concert exclusively for expectant mothers to open in Hanoi

A symphony concert exclusively for expectant mothers, the first of its kind, entitled “BU Concert 2023: The Beginning” will be held at the Vietnam National Academy of Music in Hanoi on November 11.

Healing tourism trend prompts service suppliers to become more dynamic

The rising trend of healing tourism has prompted service suppliers to design more diverse tours to meet travelers’ demands.