More than 350,000 live with cancer in Vietnam

As many as 354,000 Vietnamese people are living with cancer, a figure that is many times higher compared to 30 years ago, with many people diagnosed at a late stage leading to a high mortality rate.

Fashion designer Minh Hanh’s collection performed in Italy

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Italy, the Vietnamese Embassy in Italy and senior designer Minh Hanh co-organized an event called "Journey to connect heritage sites".

VN-UAE to kick off negotiations of comprehensive economic partnership agreement

The two countries have signed a Ministerial Declaration on starting negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement right after Vietnam completed its procedures.

Lack of parking spaces and clamping culture leads to conflicts

On March 28, Nguyễn Trung Dũng, 28, a security guard at a residential complex in Gia Lâm District, was killed after a taxi driver purposefully crashed into Dũng from behind.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS APRIL 8/2023

HCMC’s business confidence predicted to improve in Q2

Vietnam eyes US$30 billion in food, food stuff exports annually

Vietnam has issued a national action plan on building a transparent, responsible and sustainable food and food stuff system to 2030, with a goal of maintaining the export turnover of over US$30 billion each year.

VN garment industry in difficulty as global market shrinks

Vietnamese garment and textile exports plunged by 18.63% to US$8,701 billion during the first three months of the year, according to figures released by the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (Vitas).

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 8/2023

State President to pay official visit to Laos next week

Eco-friendly production in lead for aid

The Vietnamese government will offer financial support to agricultural projects in the hope of luring more players into the sector.

Da Nang to host Vietnam-Japan, Vietnam-RoK festivals

The eighth Vietnam - Japan Festival and the second Vietnam – Republic of Korea (RoK) festival will be held from July 13 to July 16 and September 7 to September 9 respectively in the central coastal city of Da Nang.

Hoi An’s decision to collect fees to enter town faces criticism from travelers

The news that visitors to Hoi An would have to pay a fee to enter Hoi An ancient town has raised controversy.

US increases chip imports from Vietnam and emerging Asian markets

The United States has significantly increased its import of chip products from four Asian countries (Thailand, Vietnam, India, and Cambodia) since the beginning of the year, according to data released by the US Census Bureau.

Vietnam exports 1.7 million tonnes of rice in Q1

ietnam exported 1.7 million tonnes of rice in the first quarter of 2023 worth over 900 million USD, a 19% increase in quantity and 30% rise in value compared to the same period in 2022.

Vietnam – a must-visit holiday destination: Telegraph India

Good food, natural beauty, and a range of splendid heritage sites are among the eight reasons why Vietnam should be on the travel list for tourists searching for their next holiday destination.

University may offer gaming as a major

To develop human resources for the game industry, experts have suggested offering a major in games at the higher education level.

Con Dao new passenger port opens for tourists

A new passenger port in Con Dao island district in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau has received the first high-speed boat carrying over 200 passengers to the popular tourist destination, according to the Management Board of Ben Dam port.

Ninh Binh among 23 best places to travel in 2023: Forbes

The northern province of Ninh Binh has been selected by US magazine Forbes as one of the 23 best places to travel around the world in 2023.

Vietnam's AI-based education robot to compete with ChatGPT

Anan the AI robot, made in Vietnam, can understand Vietnamese voices and lead students. Parents can receive reports about their children's psychological status and study records via an app.

Airlines reopen China - Da Nang air routes

Okay Airways and Pacific Airlines will begin their flights connecting Da Nang with Hunan (China) and Muan (the Republic of Korea) from late April, increasing the number of airlines restarting operations at the Da Nang International Airport to 28.

Artwork by Vietnamese million-dollar painter achieves new record

The ink-and-gouache-on-silk painting was sold for HK$18.6 million (US$2.369 million) at the ‘50th Anniversary Modern Evening Auction’ by Sotheby’s Hong Kong.

1,436 people killed in traffic accidents in Q1 in Vietnam

A total of 1,436 people were killed by traffic accidents in the first quarter of this year in Vietnam, according to the National Traffic Safety Committee on Thursday.

Pig farmers face tough days as prices plummet

It takes 165 days to raise a pig at a cost of VND6.5 million. However, the pig sells for only VND5.76 million. Nguyen Cong Bac, director of Loc Phat BLLT, said he has incurred a loss of VND2 billion a month.

Employees earn average VND7 million a month in Q1/2023

Vietnam’s labour market continued to maintain its recovery momentum in Q1/2023.

Bride in southern Vietnam gets VND100 billion dowry

A recent social media post in Vietnam has caused a stir, featuring a bride from An Giang Province who was bestowed a dowry worth almost VND100 billion (US$4.2 million) by her parents.

Vietnam to play friendly against New Zealand ahead of WC 2023

The Vietnamese women’s team will play a friendly match against hosts New Zealand ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.