Hanoi to host Vietnam International Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2023

The Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Autumn/Winter 2023 is set to be held from November 8 to November 11 at the Quan Ngua Sports Palace in Hanoi.

Master Duy wins world chess championships

Young master Dau Khuong Duy of Vietnam tops the World Cadet U8, U10, U12 Championships 2023, winning second world title within four months.

Restoring and preserving intangible culture of ethnic minorities at risk

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will implement the program to support research, restoration, preservation and promotion of intangible cultures of ethnic minorities at risk of extinction.

New York Times impressed with cable cars in Vietnam

Travel writer Patrick Scott of The New York Times has published an article showing his great impression of Vietnamese cable cars.

Vietnam posts highest GDP growth in Southeast Asia in past decade: US website

Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth has been the highest in Southeast Asia over the last decade, according to US-based website seekingalpha.com.

Singaporean firm granted conditional approval to import renewal energy from VN

Singapore’s Energy Market Authority (EMA) on October 27 granted conditional approval to Sembcorp Utilities Pte Ltd (SCU) – a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) to import wind power from Vietnam.

Vietnam welcomes over 1 million int'l visitors in fourth consecutive month

Vietnam welcomed 1.11 million international tourists in October, making the fourth consecutive month that the country has served more than 1 million foreign visitor, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

Bac Kan effectively implements ethnic policies

Ethnic programs and policies have been implemented effectively, gradually changing ethnic minority and mountainous areas in Bac Kan Province.

Many banks in Vietnam see earnings fall in Q3

The net interest margin (NIM) narrowed, while non-performing loans were increasing.

Asian Para Games 2023: Another silver for Vietnam in swimming

Swimmer Vi Thi Hang on October 27 secured another silver medal for Vietnam at the ongoing 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China.

Vietnamese players jump in world badminton rankings

Vietnamese badminton players Nguyen Thuy Linh and Le Duc Phat made remarkable strides in the Badminton World Federation (BWF)’s world rankings thanks to their recent impressive performance.

USAID helps Vietnam phase out TB by 2030

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) will continue support for the Vietnamese Government to eradicate tuberculosis (TB) by 2030, with new cases cut by 90% and deaths reduced by 95%.

Maroon 5 to perform at 8Wonder music festival in Phu Quoc

Vietnamese fans will have the opportunity to enjoy performances of US pop-rock band Maroon 5 at the 8Wonder international music festival on Phu Quoc Island.

Starting price for 4G&5G frequency band is VND3.98 trillion

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has approved the auction plan for the use right of the 2500-2600 MHz radio frequency bands for land mobile communication systems for 15 years of use.

Chiem Hong Thai enters knock-out stage of Veghel World Cup 3-Cushion 2023

Placed in Group B, the young talent Chiem Hong Thai had an impressive debut, defeating the world's No.1 billiards player, Zanetti, with a score of 40-25.

Russian boxer challenges MMA champion at Master Of Fights Championship

Pham Van Nam, who successfully defended his belt at the Mixed Martial Arts LION Championship (LC08), will face off against his strong Russian opponent Roman Kokurkin at the upcoming Master Of Fights Championship (MFC).

Longbien Marathon, nation’s largest, welcomes 15,000 runners in 7th edition

The seventh Longbien Marathon will see 15,000 athletes run this weekend in Hanoi. Runners will either run for podium or enjoy their leisure time in four different categories of 42km, 21km, 10km and 5km.

National Assembly discusses water security, extending Long Thanh Airport project

The draft amendment of the Law on Water Resources has been adjusted to be more concise, highlighting the key principles and priorities in water management.

Miss International 2023: Vietnam's Phuong Nhi in Top 15

The finale of Miss International 2023 took place in Japan on October 26, with the participation of 70 beauty queens from all over the world.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 27/2023

Central bank issues new policy on gold bar trading

Vietnam climbs one spot in FIFA's October rankings

The Vietnamese national men’s football team climbed up one place to 94th in FIFA's latest ranking, which was released on October 26.

Newly registered FDI surges 54% in 10 months

Over 15.29 billion USD was channelled into 2,608 new foreign direct investment (FDI) projects as of October 20, respectively up 54% and 66.1% year on year, statistics showed.

Foreign tourist dies after falling from cliff in Lam Dong

A Korean tourist died after falling four meters from a cliff on top of Langbiang mountain in Lam Dong Province on October 26.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 27/2023

Renovated statue of President Ho Chi Minh inaugurated in UK’s Newhaven

Vietnam calls for more OECD’s policy recommendations

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son suggested OECD give more policy recommendations to Vietnam at a meeting with OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann on October 26.