Da Nang’s $30.2mil resort project stalled & abandoned along pristine coastline

Despite its prime location on one of Da Nang’s most beautiful coastal roads, the $30.2 million Aria Da Nang Hotel & Resort project has been left incomplete and abandoned.

New regulations on foreign indirect investment in Vietnam drafted

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is drafting a circular to better manage foreign investment protocols and hopefully make them speedier.

Property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering: SBV

Vietnam’s property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering with the risks high in the sector, according to the latest report by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Vietnam is the most improved place to do business: EIU

Vietnam improved its business environment the most over the past two decades, according to a recent analysis by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

VN's wedding tourism need be professionalised

The Destination Wedding Global Market Report 2023 indicates that the global wedding market has been experiencing impressive growth at approximately 32.8% annually.

Renowned Vietnamese literary works to be translated into Pakistani language

The Pakistan Academy of Letters will translate “Truyen Kieu” (The Tale of Kieu) by legendary poet Nguyen Du and “Nhat Ky Trong Tu” (Prison Diary) by late President Ho Chi Minh into Urdu – the national language of Pakistan.

Ban Gioc - Detian Waterfalls site officially opened to tourists

The landscape site of Ban Gioc (Vietnam) - Detian (China) Waterfalls was officially opened to visitors from October 15.

Vietnam's trade turnover poised to hit 800 billion USD mark

Vietnam’s import-export value is likely to touch the 800 billion USD mark by year-end, far exceeding a record of 732 billion USD seen in 2022, economic expert Dinh Trong Thinh has said.

Innovated services help attract tourists to My Son world cultural heritage

The My Son Sanctuary World Heritage Management Board has paid much attention to innovating services to attract visitors, particularly foreign ones.

M&A market likely to bustle at year-end: Experts

Big merger and acquisition (M&A) deals seen in the market recently have signaled a busy period in the rest of the year when the legal corridor becomes smoother.

Bamboo Airways to resume int’l flights from November

Bamboo Airways will officially resume international flights on November 26, starting with one round-trip flight per day on the direct route between Tan Son Nhat Airport in HCM City and Don Mueang International Airport of Bangkok, Thailand.

Growth target feasible given positive nine-month performance

Many positive signs have been recorded in foreign trade, investment attraction, industrial production, and purchasing power during the first nine months of 2024, enhancing the confidence that this year’s GDP growth target of 7% is within reach.

Vietnamese sugar cane tops ASEAN in productivity for first time

The Vietnamese sugar industry has led the region in sugar productivity for the first time, according to the Vietnam Sugarcane and Sugar Association (VSSA).

Phan Thiet coffee shop fined after staff threw trash into the sea

A café in Mui Ne (Phan Thiet, Binh Thuan province) has been fined 1.5 million VND ($60.4) after a video showing an employee throwing plastic cups into the sea went viral, sparking public outrage.

Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra: 571 officials & civil servants disciplined in 2023

Since the beginning of this year, 139 officials and 432 civil servants have been disciplined, contributing to efforts to combat corruption, group interests, and political and moral decline, according to Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra.

Eximbank clarifies circulating rumors about system risk allegations

A document claiming Eximbank faces severe system risks has been debunked by the bank, which insists the document is not legitimate and requests an investigation into its spread.

VN in top 5 for game downloads, captures less than 0.5% of global market value

Vietnam's game development sector is growing rapidly but still struggles to tap into the global market, which is forecast to be worth $2.2 trillion by 2030.

Vietnam’s North-South high-speed railway sees investment increase to $67.34bi.

Vietnam's North-South High-Speed Railway will now see an investment of $67.34 billion, up from the previous $58 billion, while shortening the project timeline by 10 years.

Loud blast from agarwood facility shakes residential area in HCM City

A loud explosion from agarwood production facility in the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City shook the residential area, damaging several houses and injuring a 10-year-old girl.

Colombia Wins Miss Globe 2024; Vietnam’s Do Ha Trang earns runner-up spot

On the morning of October 16, Diana Moreno from Colombia was crowned Miss Globe 2024. The final took place in Albania, featuring 43 contestants and lasting over three hours, including swimwear, evening gown, and Q&A segments.

Int'l cooperation needed to help produce workforce for semiconductor industry

Tech firms complain that though they are willing to pay high salaries, they find it difficult to recruit semiconductor engineers. Experts say to have a workforce with international standards, Vietnam needs international cooperation in training.

Vietnamese businesses: Resilient but slow to grow - what's holding them back?

The private sector in Vietnam plays a crucial role in the economy, but why do these resilient businesses struggle to thrive? This article delves into the complexities of their stunted growth.

Hanoi urged to implement mandatory electric vehicle quotas

Experts highlight the energy sector as the largest greenhouse gas emitter in Hanoi, calling for urgent action to mitigate emissions.

Rising fears prompting Vietnamese mothers to opt for cesarean sections

Many expectant mothers in Vietnam are increasingly opting for cesarean sections due to various fears surrounding childbirth.

Young woman with paraplegia marries, gives birth, and starts a career

Nhung’s wedding was very special. She was carried by her father and handed over to the groom, who then pushed Nhung in her wheelchair down the aisle, moving many people at the wedding ceremony to tears.