Vietnam urged to speed up business environment reform

Economists have voiced concern about the slowdown of the business environment reform recently. The old required business conditions, which were removed, have returned to cause difficulties for enterprises.

Foreign arrivals to VN hits nearly 10 million in first ten months

The number of international visitors to Vietnam as of October 2023 has reached 9,997 million, 4.2 times higher year-on-year, according to the latest report from the General Statistics Office of Vietnam.

650,000 Vietnamese employees working abroad

There are roughly 650,000 Vietnamese labourers working in 40 countries and territories around the world, according to estimated data from the Department of Overseas Labor Management under the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs.

Digital transformation – key for VN theatre arts to thrive

Digital transformation is an inevitable direction for the development of theatre arts as digital technologies have been significantly affecting the arts.

Vietnam looks to develop, maximise modern seaports

Vietnam plans to develop a modern seaport system in the near future, but the question remains on how to optimise the facilities.

Ministry sets starting auction price for 2500-2600 MHz waveband

The starting price for the auction of the 2500-2600M Hz wavebands used for 4G and 5G has been fixed. Telcos have to pay a deposit of VND200 billion to attend the auction.

Dong Van Karst Plateau recognised as UNESCO Global Geopark for 3rd time

The northern mountainous province of Ha Giang on October 29 held a ceremony to receive UNESCO’s recognition of the Dong Van Karst Plateau as a global geopark for the third time.

HCM City promotes tourism products to international markets

Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism industry has worked to promote local tourism products to key international markets from early this month.

Vietnam, EU hold 4th Joint Committee meeting

The 4th meeting of the Vietnam - EU Joint Committee to implement the EU-Vietnam Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) took place on October 27 in Brussels.

Google offers 40,000 scholarships to support Vietnam’s digital transformation

Google has announced that it will offer 40,000 scholarships for Vietnamese students, and introduced three additional training courses in its programme to support Vietnam’s digital transformation, as part of the Google Career Certificates programme.

More affordable housing needed to help market recover

Despite the Government’s concerted efforts to address the challenges of the property market, the market won’t improve until the end of 2024 due to a lack of affordable housing, experts have warned.

"Highland Flavors" Festival of Thanh Hoa’s ethnic minorities scheduled in Nov.

Folk Arts Festival - Highland Market and Cultural Festival "Highland Flavors" of ethnic minorities in Thanh Hoa province will take place on November 11-13.

Ha Giang promotes agricultural tourism to help ethnic minorities increase income

Ha Giang is not only famous for its wild, poetic, and majestic landscapes, but also a convergence of many traditional cultural beauties and a long history.

Vietnam actively improves regulations on the rights of people with disabilities

Over the past time, the Party, State and the entire society have always paid deep attention and care to help people with disabilities have the strength to rise up, integrate into the community and contribute to the development of society.

Unique loincloth costume of the Gie - Trieng people

The costumes of the Gie - Trieng ethnic people are simple and unique. Notably, the men's loincloth has a very unique pattern design. This is an indispensable outfit for every festival.

MoIT steadfast in aim to ensure coal switch

The Ministry of Industry and Trade will wield an iron fist on delayed build-operate-transfer projects, giving a chance instead to ventures that switch from coal.

Vietnam's supply chain leaders reflect on challenges

Supply chain leaders in Vietnam have shared their perspectives on the challenges of the past year and the outlook for 2024.

Pagoda head monk educates students who become scientists, businesspeople

Pitu Khosa Rangsay, the most beautiful pagoda in Can Tho City, is famous for educating thousands of poor students who later have become eminent citizens.

Revision of telecoms law opens door for further investment

The revised Telecommunications Law is expected to encourage foreign investment in digital services, offering a more open and competitive market.

Sci-tech advances clear path for agricultural success

Science and technology are currently contributing more to the added value of agricultural production, improving exports and ensuring profits for farmers.

Vietnamese medical workers give free medical examinations to locals in Abyei

The Engineering Unit Rotation said that it had just coordinated with the Pakistan Infantry Battalion to provide free medical examinations and medicine for local elderly, women, and children in the Goli area, Abyei.

SSC: Investors should beware of fake news when investing in stocks

The State Securities Commission (SSC) also recommends that investors should beware of fake news when investing in stocks.

Vietnam can and will be a very important player in rare earth

The chief economist from the US Department of State commented on her trip to Vietnam – the last stop on her five-country tour last week.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 29/2023

DPM stipulates replacement of underperforming contractors

Over 1,000 illegally built residential buildings found in Hanoi

Hanoi has discovered 1,062 homes that were illegally built during recent inspections of housing construction projects.