Monsoon Fest dazzles audiences at Thang Long Citadel

Up to 20,000 revellers flocked into the Thang Long Citadel in Hanoi, one of the capital city's most famous sites, to experience the Monsoon International Music Festival on Saturday and Sunday.

Initiative presents fusion dishes created by Japanese and Vietnamese chefs

One Japanese and two Vietnamese chefs will together introduce new dishes with Vietnamese-Japanese fusion, to connect the culinary cultures of the two countries.

EC recognises VN’s anti-IUU fishing efforts, yellow card removal pending

The inspection delegation will have to report inspection results to the EC’s Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries before a conclusion on the removal of the “yellow card” warning for VIetnam is issued.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 23/2023

Over 16,000 train tickets sold on first day of sales for Lunar New Year

Urban rail projects in Hanoi, HCM City severely behind schedule

Minister of Transport Nguyen Van Thang, on behalf of the Government and Prime Minister, signed a report on the implementation of the railway development policy and the use of state budget to invest in railway transport.

Monetary policy governance requires thorough consideration: official

As of the end of September, the economy recorded over 12.7 quadrillion VND (517.5 billion USD) in credit, up 6.92% from the end of 2022.

Sixth session of 15th-tenure National Assembly opens

The 15th-tenure National Assembly (NA) commenced its sixth session in Hanoi on October 23.

VN warned that gender imbalance will cause serious consequences

Many Vietnamese couples swear to have a son at any cost. But experts warn that they will have to pay a heavy price for this.

Hanoi’s playground design based on traditional culture

Inspired by the legend of Thanh Giong, the recently launched playground helps spread Vietnamese patriotic spirit among local children and helps international visitors to Hanoi understand the country's history.

HCM City and Hanoi face similar problems

Dinh Tien Dung, Hanoi Party Committee Secretary, noted that Hanoi and HCM City, the two largest cities in the country, have faced similar problems during the development process.

Japanese Film Festival 2023 to take place later this month

The film festival promises to bring new and interesting views about Japan and its people.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (October 23-29/2023)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from October 23-29.

Ministry plans to identify house numbers for transparent real estate market

The Police Department for Administrative Management of Social Order (C06) under the Ministry of Public Security planned to identify house numbers for transparent real estate market.

Disabled athlete doubles down in duathlon

Nguyen Hong Loi will be the first athlete with a disability to take part in the duathlon DNSE Aquaman Vietnam 2023, which consists of swimming and running.

HCMC’s Metro Line 1 not ready by year-end

The Management Authority for Urban Railways of HCMC (MAUR) said construction work on Metro Line No. 1 could not be completed by the end of this year as planned.

A marathon year: 365 days of running

Hang has been running 42km every day for nearly 300 days as part of her year-long endeavor. Her ultimate aim is to reach 365 days, covering an estimated total distance of 15,330km.

Securities firms enjoy flourishing Q3 earning results

In the context of a vibrant market and increased liquidity, most securities businesses report flourishing earnings results in the third quarter.

Hanoi's Little Ambassadors promotes capital tourism

Visitors have been able to explore the famous tourist attractions of Hanoi in a very special way at no charge thanks to the members of Hanoi Free Private Tour Guides (HNFTGs).

The market introduces products of ethnic minority areas in Gia Lai

The event aims to promote production and business based on local potentials and strengths and at the same time preserve and promote the cultural values of the ethnic minority community in Gia Lai province.

Ha Giang: Yen Minh district launches night market at Buckwheat Flower Festival

Yen Minh district’s night market will open every Friday night, from October 20 to November 17. In the opening week, there were two night markets on Friday and Saturday, October 20-21.

Community-based tourism professional training for ethnic minority youth

The Gia Lai College has successfully organized a training course on community tourism for ethnic minority youth in Tan Son commune, Pleiku city, Gia Lai province.

Tay people in Ha Giang and their unique fish festival

On October 22, the authorities of Yen Minh district, Ha Giang province organized the Fish Festival 2023 of the Tay people.

Ha An Huy wins Vietnam Idol 2023

Ha An Huy, 21, from Hanoi was named as the winner of the eighth season of Vietnam Idol, which ended in HCM City on October 21 evening.

Unique fish festival of Tay people in Ha Giang

On October 22, Yen Minh district, Ha Giang province organized the Tay People's Fish Festival 2023.

Vietnam's achievements in human trafficking prevention in 2021–2025

Vietnam has drastically implemented the human trafficking prevention program for the period 2021 - 2025, with an orientation to 2030, achieving many important results.