New e-visa policy: new products needed to help tourism take off

On August 14, the Government issued a resolution on granting e-visas to citizens of all 257 countries and territories, allowing them to enter and exit the country using e-visas through 13 air, 16 land, and 13 sea border gates.

A must-taste noodle soup in An Giang

Chau Doc fish noodle soup presents a harmonious fusion of several rustic ingredients, encapsulating the quintessential essence of southwestern Vietnamese cuisine that leaves a profound imprint on the palates of diners.

Vietnam stepping up int'l cooperation in climate change response

Vietnam has responsibly and practically joined international climate change treaties as part of the efforts to materialise a resolution adopted by the 11th-tenure Party Central Committee in this regard.

Laundromat market growing in Vietnam

Vietnam is a huge potential market for the laundromat business thanks to its fast-growing economy and big population, business experts said.

Five culinary paradise streets in Hanoi

Hanoi cuisine has long become a typical feature and pride of Hanoians. Here are some suggestions of "dining paradises" in the capital city.

Local boxing coach to vie for Mister International 2023 title

Vietnamese contestant Pham Minh Quyen, a boxing coach, will compete at the Mister International 2023 male pageant which is set to take place in Thailand from September 8 to 18.

Beautiful antiques of four dynasties at HCM City exhibition

Many precious antiques from the Ly, Tran, Le, and Nguyen dynasties are being displayed on a large scale for the first time at the Ho Chi Minh City History Museum.

Australian travel firms to survey tourist attractions in Khanh Hoa

Australian travel firms are due to meet with Vietnamese businesses to seek co-operation opportunities and attend a gala dinner on September 11 at the Sheraton Nha Trang hotel.

Two Vietnamese dishes among world’s 60 famous foods to try in lifetime

US-based newspaper Insider recently unveiled the 60 famous foods to try in the lifetime of readers, with Vietnamese dishes Phở (noodle soup) and Bánh mì (baguette) included in the list.

La Liga helps Vietnam develop professional football

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) and the Spanish football league (La Liga) signed a memorandum of understanding on football cooperation in Hanoi on September 6.

Vietnam records 55 rabies-caused deaths in Jan-Aug

Vietnam saw 55 deaths caused by rabies in 25 cities and provinces in the first eight months of this year, 15 more cases compared to the same period last year.

Man given seven years in jail for smuggling 39 kilos of gold

A man in HCM City has been given a seven-year jail sentence for smuggling 39 kilos of gold from Cambodia to Vietnam.

Woman gives birth on train

A woman has just safely delivered her baby on an HCM City-Da Nang train thanks to the support of train staff and a passenger.

14-year-old student to represent Vietnam at Miss Eco Teen International 2023

Anna Hoang, 14, is set to compete at the Miss Eco Teen International 2023 pageant which is scheduled to take place this October in Egypt.

Vietnamese badminton player beats world number eight

Local badminton player Nguyen Thuy Linh enjoyed a victory over world number eight Gregoria Mariska Tunjung of Indonesia on September 5 in the first round of the 2023 China Open.

Renowned Japanese artist to introduce lacquer painting works in Hanoi

A lacquer painting exhibition titled “Moon” by talented Japanese artist Saeko Ando is set to be introduced to the public on September 8 at the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS SEPTEMBER 06/2023

Public investment disbursement nears half of full-year plan

Dak Nong makes tourism one of three economic pillars

Dak Nong Province’s development lanning for the period 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050, identifies tourism as one of the three pillars of economic development besides industry and sustainable agriculture.

Vietnam, China strengthen cooperation in drug prevention, control

The two sides stressed the importance of the bilateral relations for the cause of socialism building and prosperous development of each country as well as peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world.

Binh Thuan to destroy 600ha of forest to build reservoir

Binh Thuan southern province will destroy more than 600 hectares of forest to build the Ka Pet reservoir, said the provincial Department of Information and Communication.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 06/2023

Party chief receives Chinese party official

Vietnam completes term as Vice President of UN General Assembly’s 77th session

As the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) concluded on September 5, Vietnam successfully completed its one-year term as Vice President of the session.

Laos-Vietnam railway set to operate in 2028

The Laos-Vietnam railway is expected to be completed and put into service in 2028, according to Lao media.

Photos of PM Pham Minh Chinh at 43rd ASEAN Summit

Some images of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the 43rd ASEAN Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Visa reports on the rise of Vietnam’s digital banking

Visa's report points out that, besides digital banking, digital retail has also marked particularly strong growth.