Vietnam, UAE work towards FTA negotiations

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei

Slovakia wins International VN Choir Competition

Teams also took part a parade winding through the Old Quarters of Hội An – where they joined a public performance during the four-day competition.

Documentary on missing MH370 aircraft wrong on Vietnam: official

Deputy spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has clarified Vietnam’s viewpoint on the report that a documentary film about the search for the missing aircraft coded MH370 of Malaysia contains inaccurate content.

Deputy spokeswoman affirms Vietnam’s determination in illegal migration fight

Deputy spokeswoman of the Foreign Ministry Pham Thu Hang has affirmed Vietnam’s determination to fight illegal migration.

Activities in East Sea must strictly comply with int’l law: deputy spokeswoman

Deputy spokeswoman of the Foreign Ministry Pham Thu Hang on April 6 affirmed Vietnam’s consistent viewpoint that activities in the East Sea must strictly comply with international law.

Vietnam-Russia business forum attracts 200 firms

A Vietnam-Russia business forum took place in Hanoi on April 6, attracting the participation of more than 200 enterprises from both nations.

Flight recorder found after deadly helicopter crash

Competent forces have so far recovered the “black box” and most pieces from the Bell-505 helicopter that crashed in the sea area between Hai Phong city and Quang Ninh province on April 5.

Average monthly income of VN employees increases compared to prior quarter

The average monthly income of employees in the first quarter was VND 7 million, an increase of VND 197,000 compared to the previous quarter and an increase of VND 640,000 over the same period last year.

HOSE disallows margin trading of 74 stocks, fund certificates in Q2

The Hochiminh Stock Exchange, or HOSE, has released a list of 74 stocks and fund certificates ineligible for margin trading in the second quarter of this year, nine stocks higher than the previous list published at the beginning of this year.

ACV asked to reduce dust at Long Thanh airport project

The execution of the Long Thanh airport project has led to the massive spread of red soil dust, impacting the nearby residential areas, reported the local media.

Helicopter tours suspended after deadly crash in Halong Bay

The Vietnam Helicopter Corporation has suspended helicopter travel services following a deadly crash near Halong Bay yesterday, according to Dinh Viet Thang, director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam.

Stunning beauty of 300-year-old Hoa Bun tree in Hanoi

A 300-year-old Hoa Bun tree which can be seen in full bloom covers a local village on the outskirts of Hanoi in special white and yellow flowers every April.

VN industrial production index fell in Q1/2023

The first quarter of 2023 saw a decline of 2.2% in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) compared to the same period last year, due to the impact of the world economy's challenges on domestic production and business.

Northern Vietnam struggles with air pollution

Many localities in the northern region of Vietnam are facing severe air pollution, posing health risks for people.

Extensive inspection on all telecom carriers in Vietnam begin

The Ministry of Information and Communications has announced that a comprehensive inspection of mobile subscriber information management will be conducted from April 5 to June 5.

The Travel reveals top 10 must-visit attractions in Vietnam

The Canada-based magazine The Travel has revealed its top 10 list of the nation’s best tourist attractions that visitors should not miss.

ADB sets moderate 2023 growth outlook for Vietnam

Vietnam’s economy is expected to grow by 6.5 per cent this year and expand to 6.8 per cent in 2024, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Fourth victim found in VN helicopter crash

More than 600 persons have joined the rescue mission to find the five victims of the helicopter crash that occurred on April 5.

Ownership certificates to be issued to condotels

Buyers of condotels, tourist villas, shophouses and officetels can receive ownership certificates even if their properties are built on commercial and service land, but these certificates will be rendered invalid when the use of such land expires.

Quang Ninh to host world clipper race for 2023 to 2024

The northeastern province of Quang Ninh is set to join the partnership of the Clipper Round the World Race as it hosts the event for the 2023 to 2024 period, whilst it will also send a team to take part in the race in February next year.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS APRIL 6/2023

SBV calls for VND120 trillion social housing credit package to be sped up

Vietnamese painting sold for high price at Sotheby’s art auction

A painting titled "La famille dans le jardin", “Family in a garden” in English, by late artist Le Pho (1907-2001) fetched HKD18.6 million, equal to US$2.369 million on April 5 after being sold at Sotheby's Hong Kong auction house.

US Senator to lead bicameral congressional delegation to Vietnam, Indonesia

Oregon’s US Senator Jeff Merkley – a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will lead a bicameral congressional delegation to Vietnam and Indonesia that will take place over this week and next, according to the US Embassy in Hanoi.

Airfares must not exceed ceiling prices: CAAV

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAAV) has issued a directive mandating adherence to price regulations for domestic passenger transport services.

Rooftop solar power enterprises struggle with dual challenges

More than 4,000 solar power systems have been invested in Binh Duong Province, worth about VND12 trillion (US$51.1 million).