Hoa Binh to boost development of agricultural and rural tourism

Developing rural tourism products is a key solution that the northern province of Hoa Binh will implement to turn itself into an attractive tourist destination and increase local people's income.

Nam Dinh: Increase "resistance" for children in cyberspace

With the participation of state agencies at all levels, the work of fighting, preventing and stopping harmful information, reviewing and handling violations of the law on social networks is carried out decisively in Nam Dinh Province.

Public debt under ceiling level, but borrowed capital to pay rising principal

The National Finance and Budget Committee has predicted that public debts in 2024 will amount to 39-40 percent of GDP, government debts 37-38 percent and sovereign foreign debts 38-39 percent.

Hong Kong to relax visa rules for Vietnam

Hong Kong started to relax visa rules for Vietnamese visitors from October 25, the Chief Executive announced in his policy address 2023.

Chip-based citizen ID cards not able or allowed to track users

The National Assembly’s Standing Committee yesterday agreed on the name the Law on Identification for the legal document stipulating regulations related to citizen ID cards.

National Gymnastics Championships 2023 opens in Hanoi

The National Gymnastics Championships 2023 opened in Hanoi on October 26, attracting the participation of nearly 60 athletes and coaches from Hanoi, Hai Phong, Army, Can Tho and Ho Chi Minh City.

Outcomes of vote of confidence in 44 high-ranking officials

The National Assembly on Wednesday held a vote of confidence in 44 high-ranking officials elected or approved by the legislative body. Below are the outcomes.

Vietnam, European Investment Bank sign MoU to support implementation of JETP

VN and the European Investment Bank signed an MoU to support the implementation of the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) in VN, signifying a mutual commitment to put in place a multi-projects credit facility worth €500 million.

Digital technology brings Kon Tum’s OCOP products to the world

Building brands for agricultural product on digital technology platforms has been effectively supporting businesses and people in Kon Tum province to introduce their agricultural products and goods to the world.

Vietnam's largest data center opens in Hanoi's hi-tech park

The Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) on October 25 opened its largest data centre - VNPT IDC Hoa Lac - at the Hanoi-based Hoa Lac High-Tech Park.

Composer Thao Giang, who revived Hanoi's blind buskers' singing, passed away

Composer Thao Giang, who had made many contributions to traditional music, especially xam singing, passed away on October 24. He was 76 years old.

No more electricity monopoly, EVN holds 37% of total system capacity

The Electricity of Vietnam Group (EVN) is no longer a major power producer as it has contributed only 11% of electricity to the national grid this year.

Hundreds protest against port project in Thanh Hoa

Hundreds of households in Nghi Son Town, Thanh Hoa province gathered to prevent the construction of a dock at Long Son Container Port due to fears that it could affect their fishing activities.

Four young men killed in traffic accident in Gia Lai province

Four people were killed in a motorbike traffic accident in the central highlands province of Gia Lai on October 25 evening.

Lam Dong tourism site suspended following deadly accident

Authorities in the central highlands of Lam Dong have suspended the operation of Lang Cu Lan Village following the death of four South Korean tourists in a Tuesday flash flood.

Vietnamese consumers becoming more concerned about personal, planetary health

Consumers are now actively considering the environment alongside their individual health when buying food, according to Tetra Pak’s Index 2023.

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Apartment prices in Hanoi, HCMC City on the rise amid limited supply

Three major cities listed among fastest growing destinations for digital nomads

Da Nang, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City have been named among the world’s 10 fastest-growing remote work hubs for this year, according to details given by experts at Nomad List, a database of remote workers.

Six key commodities see exports down by over US$1 billion each

As of September, there have been six key Vietnamese commodities with export value enduring a decrease of at least US$1 billion each, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

Reprimands proposed for former EVN chairman and five officials

The Commission for Management of State Capital at Enterprises has proposed reprimands for six officials of Việt Nam Electricity (EVN).

Central Vietnam tourism eyes growing tour links

The Central Vietnam Roadshow aims at expanding the potential international market and promoting the brand Amazing Central Vietnam Heritage in connection with tourism businesses from the region.

Vietnam's Hoang Phuong named fourth runner-up at Miss Grand International 2023

Peruvian contestant Luciana Fuster was crowned Miss Grand International 2023 during the grand finale held on October 25 in HCM City. Vietnamese representative Le Hoang Phuong was named fourth runner up.

Vietnam commits actions for sustainable development at Global Gateway Forum

Vietnam is ready to cooperate with other countries to realise the sustainable development goal through sharing its potential and strengths, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha said at the 2023 Global Gateway Forum in Brussels.

18 out of 20 mpox cases in HCM City are HIV-positive

In response to these health concerns, the HCM City Department of Health recently held an online conference to discuss the situation of infection detection and treatment with neighbouring provinces in the southern region.

Hanoi’s Phu Xuyen District to celebrate its traditional crafts

Phu Xuyen artisans will showcase their skills of creating craft products like to he (traditional Vietnamese toy figurines), bamboo, rattan or mother-of-pearl inlaid items.