Overflowing waste threatens coastal environment in south-central province

The high pace of urbanisation, coupled with increased production and tourism activities, has been particularly straining on the environment in many rural and coastal areas.

Voice brand names used to prevent impersonation scams

All phone numbers of units under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) calling people will display the voice brand-name of “BO TTTT” from October 27.

Many destinations see drop in number of tourists due to high air fares

It is difficult for domestic airlines to lower air ticket prices any further after more than two years of struggling with the severe economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vietnam's fibre exports foresee positive signals

Vietnam is the world's sixth-largest fibre exporter and the world's third-largest exporter of textiles and garments - just behind China and Bangladesh.

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.

Vietnam’s plastics industry to reduce dependence on imported raw materials

The plastics industry is likely to reduce imports of raw materials in the coming years due to increased domestic production, according to the Vietnam Plastics Association.

VND849 billion to be spent on Ca Mau’s sea dyke system

The French Development Agency has increased its funding for a dyke upgrading project in the southernmost province of Ca Mau to VND849 billion (USD36.53 million) from VND750 billion earlier.

VN used car market faces more difficulties

Many car manufacturers have recently unveiled new car models, offering significant discounts to boost consumer interest, further complicating the already challenging second-hand car market.

Nam Dinh: Paying attention to periodic health care for workers

The authorities of Nam Dinh province have always focused on occupational safety and hygiene, preventing occupational diseases and accidents and providing periodic health check for workers.

Bamboo Airways to suspend many international routes

Bamboo Airways has announced plans to halt many international air routes, as they focus on more popular flights in the run-up to New Year and the Lunar New Year 2024.

Five pilot policy groups proposed for road infrastructure projects

Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung said regulation frameworks must be adjusted to utilize resources, accelerate progress and public investment disbursement in road transport.

HCM City records 33 mpox cases in 2023, all male: health authorities

Deputy Director of HCM City’s Centre for Disease Control Lê Hồng Nga said among them, there has been one death due to immunosuppression.

Japanese Koi fish banned from Hanoi pond

Hanoi authorities have requested to relocate eight tonnes of Japanese Koi fish from a local lotus pond.

Gymnast brothers apologise for advert stunt

Vietnamese acrobat duo the Giang Brothers who have set several world records with their head-balancing act have just made an apology for a stunt in an advert.

SBV withdraws VND230 trillion, dollar price under pressure

Analysts say that the dong/dollar exchange rate is still ‘volatile’ despite the central bank’s recent strong intervention. However, the State Bank (SBV) has efficient tools to maintain the exchange rate and interest rate stability.

Binh Dinh hosts int’l Sailing, SUP race

Around 40 athletes from different countries will participate in the two-day competition of the Quy Nhơn International Sailing and Stand-up  Paddleboard (SUP) Racing 2023.

HCM City plans to renovate Ben Thanh Market

HCM City's authorities are working on a project to renovate Ben Thanh Market, one of the city's oldest wholesale markets.

Innovation is an inevitable trend and a strategic breakthrough choice

PM Chinh said that innovation is an inevitable trend, a strategic breakthrough choice for the country, and an objective requirement to realise the aspiration to build a strong and prosperous nation with wealthy and happy people.

Vietnam's industrial real estate market heats up

Vietnam’s industrial real estate market is heating up due to healthy absorption of industrial land, ready-built factories and warehouses, reported experts from real estate consultancy CBRE Vietnam.

Vietnam strives to cut use of chemicals harmful to ozone layer

Vietnam will scale down production and consumption of Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) - powerful greenhouse gases which are the main drivers of climate change.

Hanoi Tourism Ao dai Festival kicks off in capital city

The Hanoi Tourism Ao dai Festival 2023 officially kicked off in the pedestrian area of Hoan Kiem Lake on October 27 night, promoting the elegant beauty of the ao dai (Vietnamese traditional long dress) and Hanoi's tourism.

Vietnam Dance Week 2023 opens in Hanoi

The Vietnam Dance Week 2023 opened at Thong Nhat Park in Hanoi on October 27 night, drawing the participation of many domestic and international artists and art aficionados.

Vietnam wraps up Asian Para Games 2023 with one gold, 10 silvers, 9 bronzes

Vietnamese athletes won two silver and three bronze medals on the last day of the 4th Asian Para Games that took place in Hangzhou, China, from October 22-28.

First Vietnamese café opens in Kuwait

On October 24, local time, the first Coffilia cafe in Kuwait was officially inaugurated at Al-Kout Hotel in Fahaheel district in Ahmadi province. This is the first Vietnamese coffee house in the country.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 28/2023

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