VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 19/2023

PM attends inauguration of two expressways in south central region

Hanoi to expand pedestrianizing streets around Hoan Kiem Lake

The Hoan Kiem Lake weekend promenade and its environs in downtown Hanoi have become a brand, a cultural boulevard and a highlight of the capital city.

Ailing real estate firms need capital to revive business

Predictions about real estate firms remain worrisome. Twenty-three businesses will not be able to maintain operation until the end of the third quarter and only 43 percent will exist by the end of the year unless conditions approve.

Bright spots amid the gloom

Despite weak global consumer demand, many foreign buyers are still looking to Vietnam for sourcing goods and business cooperation.

S&P affirms Vietnam’s rating at BB+ with stable outlook

The country's attractiveness as a destination for FDI in Southeast Asia with a young, increasingly educated and competitive workforce should help to keep long-term development intact.

Hanoi to ban motorbikes in 12 inner districts by 2030

Plans to ban motorcycles from urban areas have been floated several times over the years, and experts and residents have raised concerns about its feasibility.

Green lending needs mechanism

The greatest challenge for helping enterprises in Vietnam achieve sustainable development and the net zero target by 2050 is to adopt a suitable policy to attract more green loans.

Government agrees to keep ceiling prices for aviation services, textbooks

Dairy products for the elderly and pork are not included in the list of goods and services for price stabilization in the amended draft Law on Prices.

HCM City develops cultural heritage tourism

Tourism and culture authorities in HCM City are coordinating to exploit cultural and historical heritage assets for development of heritage tourism and increase the city’s competitiveness as a top tourist destination in Asia.

Thailand keen to exploit Vietnamese retail market

The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) under the Ministry of Commerce of Thailand has recommended Thai businessmen to study the possibility of exploiting Vietnam's steadily growing retail market.

The untouched beauty of Ta Puong Waterfall

The western region of Quang Tri Province is renowned for its array of potential tourist destinations that still preserve their hidden natural allure.

Foreigner arrested for lending services with interest of over 1,300 percent

The Ho Chi Minh City Police yesterday prosecuted and arrested Latvian citizen Aigars Plivčs who is temporarily residing in Thu Duc City for the crime of “Lending heavy interest in civil transactions”.

Vietnamese Defence Minister pays official visit to India

Politburo member, Deputy Secretary of the Central Military Commission, Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang Giang arrived in New Delhi on June 17 for an official visit to India.

Binh Duong's fruit orchards: A day tour

If one has never personally pick fruit at an orchard and enjoy it, a visit to fruit orchards in Bình Dương Province on the occasion of the Đoan Ngọ Festival to try out this activity will definitely make for an unforgettable experience.

Young directors introduce southern drama in new concepts

Young theatre directors of HCM City are working to introduce their art in a southern style with a series of shows in HCM City this summer.

Brocade weaving showcases Ede women’s ingenuity

Ede girls learn from their grandmothers and mothers to weave brocade fabric and make clothes and blankets when they are little. These products are for family use and given by a bride as gifts for her in-laws.

11-year-old Tay ethnic artist shows exceptional style

Huynh Nhat Quang, 11 years old, is a Tay ethnic artist living in Lang Son Province who has received the grand prize of the 4th De Men (Cricket) Children Award in May this year.

Overseas Vietnamese artist embraces traditional music

Vietnamese traditional music is reaching out into the world with melodies and songs that are going viral, particularly with the younger generation.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 18/2023

Dung Quat EZ looks to develop ‘green and smart’ economy

UK/Vietnam Season 2023 launched

The UK/Vietnam Season 2023 will include many activities around two themes of mutual interest, namely "Responding to Climate Change" and "Our Common Heritage".

Vietnamese-made African swine fever vaccine used in Philippines, Dominica

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam has just approved use of Vietnamese-made African swine fever vaccine in the Philippines and the Dominican Republic.

Phu Quoc airport returns nearly US$13,000 watch lost at security checkpoint

Police of Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang Province coordinated with Phu Quoc International Airport yesterday to perform a return procedure of nearly US$13,000 watch for a female passenger who was lost it during boarding procedures.

The enchanting delight of Tay ethnic people

Cooc mo cake stands as a revered culinary treasure among the Tay ethnic community residing in the majestic mountainous provinces of northern Vietnam.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 18/2023

HCMC renames two bridges to Thu Thiem

Historic migration brings better life for residents living in Hue City’s relics

At his house in Bac Huong So resettlement area, Vo Dinh Nhat still can't believe he found such a great, new place to live.