Golden tourism route links six destinations of Vietnam, China

A golden tourism route connecting six destinations of Vietnam and China was launched in Hanoi on March 28, expected to help the two countries enhance cross-border tourism links.

Vietnamese Foreign Minister holds online talks with Chinese counterpart

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son held online talks with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang on March 28, during which they agreed to intensify all-level exchanges.

Vietnam International Travel Mart 2023 to spotlight cultural tourism

The Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) themed “Cultural tourism” will take place on April 13-16 at the Cultural Friendship Palace in Hanoi, featuring 450 pavilions from over 50 localities nationwide, and 15 countries.

Vietnam, ILO sign decent work country programme for 2022 - 2026

The Decent Work Country Programme Vietnam 2022 - 2026 was signed between representatives of the Vietnamese Government, workers, and employers and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in Hanoi on March 28.

Vietnam vows to control cross ownership in banks

The tightening of control over cross ownership aims to stop crises at banks.

Largest French cuisine festival in Vietnam comes to Hanoi in April

The largest French cuisine festival in Vietnam “Balade en France” (Walk in France) will return to Hanoi on April 14-16, following the success of the 2018 and 2020 editions, the French Embassy announced on March 28.

Vietnam targets 100% of Internet subscribers using IPv6 service by 2025

A conference to review the first phase of the programme on the transition to Internet Protocol version 6 for state agencies (IPv6 for Gov) was held at the Vietnam Internet Network Information Centre (VNNIC) in Hanoi on March 28.

Vietnamese investment overseas hits nearly US$120 million in Q1

Vietnam’s outbound investment in the first quarter of the year reached nearly US$119.5 million, equivalent to 56.5% compared to the same period last year, according to the Foreign Investment Agency.

Telecom network successfully deploys Vietnamese standards

Viettel has put into use the last product of the telecommunication network ecosystem that it has researched and developed. The event marks Vietnam’s success in "Vietnamizing" its core telecommunication network.

Math taught at VN schools equal to first year math at university: expert

Many people, especially parents, believe that math taught at high schools in Vietnam is too difficult and theoretical, and therefore, impractical.

Experts warns of potential chickenpox outbreak in Hanoi

The number of chickenpox infections recorded in Hanoi since the beginning of the year have increased by nearly 140 times compared the same period from last year, according to the Hanoi Center for Disease Control (CDC).

First Vietnamese terminal achieves four-star international standard

Da Nang International Terminal has officially become the first and only terminal in Vietnam to receive a four-star rating from SkyTrax, said Do Trong Hau, deputy general director of Da Nang International Terminal Investment and Operation JSC (AHT).

Ministry of Public Security releases corruption, criminal case numbers for Q1

As many as 218 cases of corruption and position-related crimes with 708 individuals involved were detected in the first quarter of this year, the Ministry of Public Security revealed at a press conference on March 28.

Made-in-Vietnam virtual assistant Kiki becomes popular

Kiki, which can communicate with Vietnamese users by voice, is often integrated into smart speakers and cars.

Seven things international travelers should consider in Vietnam

International tourists can have a better travel experience in the beautiful Asian country with warnings and advice from a British expat in Hanoi.

Shrimply delicious: Tay Ninh’s salty and spicy muối ớt tôm

The delectable mixture of salt, chilli, garlic, sugar, and dried shrimp creates a unique flavour profile that is both spicy and salty, with a powdery sweetness from the shrimp.

Organ donation – the humane deeds of high-school teachers, students

Teachers and students of a high school in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province have pledged to donate organs posthumously to save people and for scientific purposes.

Another Dak Lak elephant dies

A 49-year-old elephant in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak has died from illness and exhaustion.

Vietnam closely monitors Chinese survey vessel in EEZ

Vietnam is keeping a close watch on the track of China’s geological exploration vessel 4 which is operating in the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), said a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Secretariat expels provincial officials from Party

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong chaired a meeting of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat on March 28 to consider disciplinary measures against incumbent and former officials of Hoa Binh and Ha Nam provinces and Hai Phong city.

Vietnam, RoK agree to strengthen defence ties

Vietnamese Minister of National Defence and his Republic of Korea counterpart Lee Jong-sup agreed to strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation during their talks in Seoul on March 28.

Foreign Minister holds online talks with Chinese counterpart

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son held online talks with Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang on March 28, during which they agreed to intensify all-level exchanges.

New FDI approvals plunge in Q1/2023

Although the number of new FDI projects approved in the first quarter this year grew over the same period in 2022, their capital pledges edged down.

Culture Trip shares surprises while enjoying beer in Vietnam

Vietnam is one of the leading countries in beer consumption in Asia. Bia hoi (draught beer) is a favorite choice of many Vietnamese on hot summer days. But do foreign tourists know how to drink bia hoi like a local?

Vietnamese students win awards in Stanford University competition

Two first-year students from Vietnam are among the winners at Stanford University's TreeHacks - a technology competition for students. The team developed a VR glass device for debate training.