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.

More city tour routes proposed for electric golf carts in HCMC

The HCMC Department of Transport has proposed increasing the number of city tour and commuter routes for electric golf carts in order to enhance the effectiveness of green transportation in the city.

Fresh FDI approvals soar 15% in Jan-Oct

Vietnam has seen a 15% increase in new foreign direct investment (FDI) approvals in the first 10 months of this year compared to the same period last year, according to the Foreign Investment Agency.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 29/2023

Prime Minister of Netherlands to visit Vietnam

Fuel retailers seek Government assistance again

Fuel retailers are seeking assistance from the Government and the Ministry of Finance due to a significant reduction in commissions provided by major fuel trading companies.

The woman who takes care of 14,000 graves for children

The home of Pham Thi Kim Loi, 39, in Vinh Ngoc commune in Nha Trang City leans against a mountain. From her home, one can see a large cemetery with colorful graves lying in rows.

Businesses still hesitant towards new bond trading system

According to HNX, since the separate corporate bond trading system went into operation (July 19), there have been nearly 300 bond codes traded.

Seven-day break for Tet holiday 2024 proposed

The Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) has submitted its proposal on next year’s public holidays scheme including the Lunar New Year (Tet) holidays plan to the Prime Minister.