Vietnam Digital Awards 2023 to honour 38 outstanding entries

Winners of the Vietnam Digital Awards 2023 (VDA 2023) will be honoured at a ceremony slated for October 7 as part of activities in response to National Digital Transformation Day (October 10).

Vietnam expects to welcome 13 million foreign visitors this year

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said it will propose the Government revise the target of international tourists to 12.5-13 million from only 8 million this year, a 56% increase from the plan set at the beginning of the year.

Domestic artists keen on promoting Vietnamese images, culture

Recently, many Vietnamese artists and businesses producing and disseminating cultural goods have intended to introduce the country's images and use the Vietnamese language on goods labels to the international market.

Wildbird hunting on alert in Dien Chau

Every year in September, at the paddy fields between Dien Kim and Dien Hai wards in Dien Chau District, Nghe An Province, the so-called "swallow hunting fever" begins.

The enchanting charms of Duong Thuong Commune

Nestled amid the breathtaking landscapes of Ha Giang Province, Duong Thuong Commune beckons travelers with its unspoiled beauty, rich historical relics, and awe-inspiring cave system, often described as “nature’s masterpiece.”

Fetal intervention technique saves hundreds of babies

Using the world’s tiniest needle with a diametre of only 0.3mm, doctors have to be careful in every movement. The small needle is absolutely safe to both fetus and mother but poses a challenge to doctors who perform the technique.

Ben Tre provincial leader disciplined for violations of Party regulations

The Party Central Committee has decided to dismiss Le Duc Tho, member of the Party Central Committee and secretary of the Ben Tre provincial Party Committee, from all positions in the Party for his violations of Party regulations.

Vietnam’s PMI falls slightly, new orders increase in September

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) posted 49.7 in September, compared to 50.5 in August, despite the second successive monthly increase in new orders.

Market organized to introduce products of Quang Ngai’s ethnic minority areas

The 4th Youth Market was organized by the Quang Ngai Provincial Youth Union to introduce and promote products and honor the cultural identity of ethnic minority areas in Quang Ngai province.

Vietnam develops smokeless vehicles, considers hydrogen fuel cell cars

Vietnam has vowed to develop green transport and reduce net greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2050. In addition to shifting from internal combustion engine to electric vehicles, hydrogen cars are also an option for consideration.

Attracting hi-tech FDI is urgent task in new circumstances

Continuing to apply investment incentives to attract hi-tech foreign projects is necessary to help Vietnam attract large corporations.

Vietnamese football official continues to serve at AFC Executive Committee

President of the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) Tran Quoc Tuan has been re-elected to represent the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Executive Committee in the 2023-2027 tenure.

Gov't proposes to continue 2% interest rate support policy

The Government has put forward a proposal to continue with the 2 per cent interest rate support policy for enterprises, cooperatives, and business households, during a meeting of the National Assembly on Wednesday.

Police seek victims of Van Thinh Phat Group in bond fraud case worth $1.24b

Police are seeking individuals who were victims of a bond fraud case involving property developer Van Thinh Phat, which involves the illegal issuance and trading of bonds worth over VND30 trillion (US$1.24 billion).

First medal for Vietnamese kurash wrestlers at ASIAD Hangzhou

Wrestler Vo Thi Phuong Quynh on October 2 brought home a bronze medal for Vietnam at the ongoing 19th Asian Games (ASIAD) which is taking place in Hangzhou, China.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (October 2-8/2023)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from October 2-8.

Vietnamese Xiangqi athletes win silver at ASIAD 19

The Vietnamese Xiangqi (Chinese chess) team picked up their first silver medal on October 1 at the ongoing 19th Asian Games (ASIAD 19) after losing out to the hosts China in the final round on October 1.

Miss Grand International 2023 to take place in Vietnam

The search is on to find Miss Grand International 2023, which begins in Vietnam tomorrow.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 2/2023

Ministry of Health proposes to declare end of Covid-19 as Group A disease

Fifth monkeypox case detected in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City has recorded a new case of monkeypox infection, the municipal Health Department said on October 1.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 2/2023

Vinacomin will expand alumina and aluminum production in Dak Nong

Two former ministers prosecuted in COVID-19 test kit scandal

The Supreme People's Procuracy has prosecuted 38 individuals involving in the COVID-19 test kit overcharging at the Viet A Company.

Australia helps Vietnam in airport planning

The Ministry of Transport approved adjustments to the project reviewing, evaluating and recommending the results of research on planning for international airports of Da Nang, Cam Ranh and Phu Quoc for the 2021-2030 period.

Central bank withdraws money from circulation, investors still optimistic

While investors are excited about bright economic prospects, stock prices have suddenly dropped amid continued dollar price increases and the central bank’s move of withdrawing money from circulation.

Dong Thap all set to make its National Park home again for red-crowned cranes

Tram Chim National Park in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap has been a habitat for red-crowned cranes, an endangered bird species listed in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Red List of Threatened Species.