Construction of $1.9b trans-Mekong Delta expressway kicks off

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chính attended a ceremony in An Giang Province where he ordered simultaneously beginning the construction of four components projects of the first phase of the 188km Chau Doc-Can Tho-Soc Trang expressway.

Vietnam concerned about recent developments in East Sea: Diplomat

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, has expressed concern that recent developments in the East Sea could affect peace, security and development.

Vietnam ranks first at Abu Reikhan Beruniy International Chemistry Olympiad

Vietnam took the lead at the first Abu Reikhan Beruniy International Chemistry Olympiad after all of its eight students won medals, including four golds and four silvers.

‘Summer sorrow’: fourth graders have to go to preschool

Summer holiday is the most anticipated time in the year for children, but it can cause headaches for many parents because they don’t know where to leave children when they are at work.

Who is ‘Uncle Phuc’, who has spread dubious health cures among the public?

People are curious about the power of ‘Uncle Phuc’, who is considered the head of the “NLG-Energy source" religion, who has persuaded many people of false health cures despite preventive efforts by family members and competent agencies.

American man, Vietnamese wife run old-style café in HCM City

Tyler Maurice Kooy, 32, from the US, and Uong Thi Phuong Thao, 27, a Vietnamese woman, are running an old-style cafe in HCM City.

Industrial real estate picks up steam

The demand for industrial real estate has begun to pick up steam in recent months as foreign manufacturers are expanding their presence in Viet Nam.

Trillions are expected to move into property market

Recent interest cuts by the State Bank of Viet Nam (SBV) could send trillions in savings into the property market, according to the Viet Nam Association of Realtors (VARs).

Gov’t asks central bank to reduce rates in June

The Government has asked the State Bank of Viet Nam to reduce regulatory interest rates and complete the allocation of credit limits this month with a focus on removing enterprises' difficulties in accessing credit.

Vietnam promotes cooperation with EU, Switzerland

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue hosted separate receptions in Hanoi on June 16 for Ambassador Giorgio Aliberti, Head of the European Union (EU) Delegation to Vietnam, and Ambassador of Switzerland to Vietnam Thomas Gass.

SSC to launch corporate bond trading system in July

The State Securities Commission (SSC) has announced that it will implement a separate corporate bond trading system from July this year to develop a transparent secondary market and increase liquidity for corporate bonds.

Low credit growth makes large banks curb capital mobilisation

Low credit growth has made large banks curb capital mobilisation and implement solutions for attracting borrowers.

Solutions for stable and sustainable power sources

There should be a clear and transparent mechanism so that investors can rest assured in spending money to build renewable power sources.

Waste disturbs locals, tourists in southern province’s beach

Since Thursday afternoon, a large amount of ocean waste, primarily seaweed, has been carried ashore by the tides onto several beaches in the area.

Cham pottery art named to UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage

The pottery craft of the Chăm people has existed for a long time and is still maintained by the Chăm community in Bàu Trúc Pottery Village, Ninh Phước District, Ninh Thuận Province and Bình Đức Pottery Village, Bắc Bình District, Bình Thuận Province.

Exhibitions to honour Hue Monuments and Vietnamese Court Music

Exhibitions will be held to honour the UNESCO-recognised Complex of Huế Monuments and Vietnamese Court Music.

Photo, video contest promoting Vietnam’s image launched

All Vietnamese people and foreigners who are over 15 years old can join the “Happy Vietnam” competition, which is organised annually by the Ministry of Information and Communication.

Green taxi service launched in Da Nang

GSM – the first taxi service supplier using electric cars in Vietnam, officially provided its service in the central city of Da Nang on June 16.

HCM City to host Vietnam International Fashion Week 2023

Hundreds of new designs by Vietnamese and international fashion designers will be showcased at the Vietnam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Summer 2023 held in Ho Chi Minh City from July 13 to 16.

Film series on Vietnamese fairy tales released on YouTube

A TV series about Vietnamese fairy tales produced by Xuan Phuoc Studio, a private film company from HCM City, has attracted millions of viewers on YouTube.

HCM City housing among least affordable in Asia Pacific: report

Ho Chi Minh City housing is among the least affordable in the Asia Pacific region with a median home price representing 32.5 times the median annual household income, said a report by Urban Land Institute (ULI).

Dak Lak gun attacks: Over 100 cases of misinformation dissemination handled

Police in Dak Lak said they have detected and handled more than 100 cases of disseminating negative and toxic information about the recent armed attacks on the headquarters of the two communal administrations in Cu Kuin district since June 12.

61-year-old bride moved to tears as brother gives her gifts from late parents

On the wedding day of the 61-year-old bride, her older brother gave her a gift from her parents, who are deceased.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 17/2023

Raw shrimp price dropping sharply in Mekong Delta

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 17/2023

Authorities have strictly monitored and controlled offshore fishing vessels, and strengthened patrol activities.