Enterprises cut 2023 business expectations after poor results in 9 months

Less positive business results in the nine months of 2023 have caused many businesses to lower their whole year’s target, with some even expecting losses.

Removing barriers against girls and women with disabilities

Barriers in society and education against people with disabilities have been gradually reduced, and the rights of people with disabilities have been better guaranteed.

Da Lat City, Ha Long Bay struggle amidst tourism downturn

Da Lat City is currently oddly devoid of tourists. In the Northern region, the 'tourist hub', Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, is experiencing a similar lack of tourists.

Positive momentum expected as investor confidence grows

Improved cash flow and positive sentiment drive market trend this week, as cooling domestic exchange rate boosts investor confidence.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 13/2023

Vietnam supports reform of UN General Assembly’s operation

Vietnam bags eights golds at World Bodybuilding Championship

Vietnam won eight gold, six silver and four bronze medals at the 14th World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships and Congress held in Wonju, the Republic of Korea, on November 9-11.

Vietnam leave for 2026 World Cup qualifier with the Philippines

Coach Philippe Troussier and his players left Hanoi for Manila, the Philippines, on November 13 to prepare for a match of the second qualifying round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Asian section.

Early trade warning needed to better defend Vietnamese products

Vietnam should set up an early warning system for trade defence to help support Vietnamese products in foreign markets, said industry leaders and policymakers.

Strong cold grips northern Vietnam, heavy rain spreads across localities

A cold air wave, the strongest since winter 2023, hit northern border provinces of Vietnam on November 12 evening and is impacting other localities in the northern and central regions on November 13.

Westlife to wow Vietnamese audiences for one more night in November

Irish pop group Westlife have decided to add an additional concert to their November 2023 performance schedule in Ho Chi Minh City as part of their ongoing world tour “The Wild Dreams Tour”.

World-renowned saxophonist Kenny G offers saxophone for charity auction

Renowned saxophonist Kenny G arrived in Hanoi on the evening of November 12 for a performance that is scheduled to take place at the My Dinh National Convention Center on November 14.

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.