Electricity generators want to sell directly to consumers, not via EVN

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) has found that 24 renewable power projects want direct power purchase agreements (DPPA), while the other 17 projects are considering seeking direct buyers.

Torrential rain causing landslides in various places

Nghe Tinh Railway JSC. yesterday announced a serious landslide incident on the North-South Railway route passing Ha Tinh Province at 3:00 am due to heavy rain.

HCM City Party Committee “buys” information for anti-corruption

The HCMC Party Committee has just released guidelines for "purchasing" and processing information to support anti-corruption and counter-negative activities within the city.

VN export and import of goods exceeds $550 billion

Vietnam's export and import turnover of goods exceeded the mark of US$550 billion after 10 months of this year.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 31/2023

Hai Phong's nine-month foreign investment up 140%

Traffic accident kills five in Lang Son

Five people were killed and nine others injured in a traffic accident on October 31 in Lang Son Province.

Plan approved to develop National Data Centre

The Government on October 30 approved a development plan on the National Data Centre, expected to help Vietnam reach higher positions in the global e-Government, information technology, and cybersecurity rankings.

Self-drive tour pilot between Vietnam, China resumed

The pilot of self-drive tours at border areas of Vietnam and China is resumed after a halt by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Street Dance Vietnam winner to compete in China

Nguyen Dang Quan has championed a series of prestigious domestic dance competitions, including Vietnam’s Got Talent in 2012 at the age of 12, So You Think You Can Dance in 2016 and Street Dance Vietnam in 2022.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 31/2023

Some COVID-19 prevention and control documents removed

US$5 billion Long Son petrochemical complex to operate commercially by 2024

Long Son petrochemical complex, which boasts investment capital exceeding US$5 billion, will be put into trial operation from November 2023 in Vung Tau City before churning out commercial products next yea

PM’s telegram expected to make it easier for realtors to access capital

As money is pumped into the real estate market and realtors receive bank loans, cash flow will circulate well and the national economy will improve.

Australian media hails Vietnamese “beef in a leaf” as one of world’s best dishes

Australian travel publication Traveller of The Sydney Morning Herald recently published an article calling the classic “thịt bò nướng lá lốt”, or “beef in a leaf”, as one of the best dishes on the planet.

Vietnamese power grid seeks nearly US$135 billion investment by 2030

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has officially submitted a draft plan to the Government to implement the National Power Development Plan VIII, which outlines the need of substantial investments worth US$134.7 billion by 2030.

Fake news appears again on social networks

Over the last week, fake news appeared on social networks, causing disorder among communities and affecting businesses.

Japan to issue e-visas to Vietnamese group tourists as of November 1

The Japanese Embassy in Hanoi and the Consulate General of Japan in Ho Chi Minh City have announced plans to issue e-visa to Vietnamese tourist groups starting from November 1.

Information about real estate prices confuses public

Many different information sources about the real estate market are released not only by professional research units but also from consultancy firms, real estate trading floors, and brokers.

Celebrities’ social responsibility cannot be taken lightly: experts

Codes of conduct for celebrities and their behavior on social media need to be strictly enforced.

Vietnam requires policies for high-quality STEM education

The proportion of university students in STEM-related fields is relatively low compared to other countries in the region and Europe.

Mekong Delta seeks to boost rice productivity in face of climate change

Improving profits for rice growers is always a concern of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), as well as the rice processing and trading business community.

Savoring snakehead fish porridge in Quang Tri

Hai Lang’s powdered porridge, more commonly known as snakehead fish porridge, has become an iconic culinary gem in Hai Lang District, Quang Tri Province.

Increasing bus fares necessary to improve quality: experts

Increasing bus fares will help boost revenue, reduce subsidies, and ensure the city’s budget remains balanced.

Caring for senior citizens as population ages

"Respect for the Elderly" is a long-standing and admirable tradition of the nation, reflecting the deep reverence for the older and wiser citizens of society.

HCM City bus company faces fine following deadly accident

The HCM City Transport Department has just proposed a fine of VND90 million against the Thanh Buoi Bus Company for their various violations.

Heavy downpours and landslides disrupt travel on North-South rail route

Heavy rain over the past two days have triggered landslides in the central province of Ha Tinh, disrupting travel on the North-South rail route running across the locality.