Positive changes in fire prevention efforts emerge in capital city

Fire prevention and fighting efforts have been significantly enhanced in many areas of Hanoi following a tragic fire in a mini apartment in Thanh Xuân District last month, resulting in 56 deaths and 37 injuries.

Pristine landscape at VN’s largest reservoir

With its poetic, pristine landscape, along with rich culture of different ethnic groups living nearby, Hòa Bình Lake has been set by the provincial authority as a key tourism destination to develop the province’s tourism.

State workers hope for minimum wage reform

Vietnam is set to implement a new salary regime for the public sector from July 1 next year.

“Italian Seoul” culinary extravaganza at Da Vittorio Saigon

Two of the world’s most popular cuisines, Italian and Korean, will come together for a unique culinary event to take place this October at Da Vittorio Saigon.

Fathers cannot be identified for more than 200 children in Lam Dong

These youngsters, living in Don Duong District, were born out of wedlock, a result of young ethnic people dropping out of school, falling in love at a young age and having unplanned pregnancy.

Blacksmithing profession recognized as National Intangible Cultural Heritage

The People's Committee of Tua Chua district, Dien Bien province recently held a ceremony to announce and receive the National Intangible Cultural Heritage certificate to the blacksmithing profession of the H’mong ethnic people.

Gia Lai to host brocade fashion show

The brocade fashion program with the theme "My Gia Lai" will have many activities honoring the culture and history of ethnic minorities, the owners of the Gong Cultural Space heritage.

Hope fades for 13 missing fishermen on board two sunken fishing vessels at sea

Vietnamese authorities said they have lost hope in their search for 13 missing fishermen from two sunken fishing vessels after combing through the waters near the Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago for more than 100 hours.

International clubs keep eye on Vietnamese midfielder Hoang Duc

National team midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc is being chased by several different clubs in other countries following his recent outstanding performances.

Meteor shower to light up Vietnamese skies on October 21

Local sky gazers will have a rare opportunity to witness the peak of the Orionids meteor shower, which is set to occur between midnight on October 21 and the morning of October 22.

Beauties wow in traditional costume at Miss Grand International 2023

Vietnamese representative Le Hoang Phuong and other beauties stunned audiences in the national costume competition at the ongoing Miss Grand International 2023 getting underway in Ho Chi Minh City.

American guitarist Steve Vai steals Inviolate World Tour show in HCM City

American guitarist Steve Vai (Steven Siro Vai) put in a brilliant performance in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on October 19 evening as part of his Inviolate World Tour, winning thunderous applause from spectators.

17 million made-in-VN products go global via Amazon in 2023

Through cross-border e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Vietnam’s products have been selling not only to American but also European and global consumers.

Smuggled pigs, fowl leading to big losses for farmers

Pig farmers, facing a price crisis, are encountering a new problem – smuggling. Never before have farmers been as pessimistic as they are now.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 21/2023

Nine-month credit in HCMC surpasses VND3.3 quadrillion

National costume for Miss International 2023 revealed

Vietnamese representative Phuong Nhi has officially unveiled the outfit that she will wear during the National Costume Competition at the Miss International 2023 pageant, with the prestigious event currently taking place Japan.

Peruvian culinary week in Vietnam set to begin on October 24

The Embassy of Peru in Vietnam is scheduled to host a Peruvian culinary week in Hanoi from October 24 to 29.

VinFast to sell shares worth up to US$1 billion to Yorkville

VinFast Auto, the leading electric vehicle maker of Vietnam that has listed its share on Nasdaq, has reached a US$1 billion share sale deal with Yorkville Advisors Global, in an effort to raise funds for its global operation expansion.

Vietnam enhances positions in global value chain

The country's global investment attractiveness remains strong, with 63% of surveyed businesses ranking the country in the top 10 FDI destinations.

Vietnam - Japan street food programme to take place next month

Vietnamese and Japanese chefs are set to serve a unique fusion of street food of the two countries within the framework of the Japanese Culture Festival which is scheduled to take place in Hanoi next month.

President’s China trip for Belt and Road Forum a success: Foreign Minister

President Vo Van Thuong and his entourage’s trip to China to attend the third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation (BRF) has been a success.

Foreign service providers pay over 9 trillion VND in tax over nine months

Foreign service providers paid more than 9 trillion VND (367.15 million USD) in tax through the online portal serving taxpayers engaging in e-commerce and business activities in the first nine months of this year.

EC delegation recognises Vietnam’s anti-IUU fishing efforts

The EC delegation conducted the fourth inspection over the issue in southern Ba Ria - Vung Tau and Binh Dinh provinces from October 10 to 18.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 21/2023

Vietnamese Party chief holds phone talks with French President

Hanoians’ legendary glass used to contain draft beer

Hanoians like drinking draft beer together after working hours. They sit on large sidewalks instead of luxurious rooms with air conditioners, and use glasses that have existed through decades.