Hanoi’s $30mil waste treatment plant abandoned as waste crisis continues

Hanoi has plans for 17 waste treatment sites, but only three are operating.

Hanoi among the cities with most trees in the world

One of the highlights of Hanoi's friendliness is the shade provided by its many trees.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (March 20-26)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on March 20-26.

Vietnam attracting Japanese investments to new areas

Vietnam is striving to lure more Japanese investments to digital transformation and green growth, as recommended in the Vietnam-Japan Joint Initiative (VJI).

Employers seek clarity on easing work permit process

Foreign employers are pleading for a more straightforward process in obtaining work permits, but authorities have pointed out that ensuring a smooth process is a 2-way street.

Aviation firms ready to welcome Chinese tourists

Aviation enterprises now have a great opportunity to increase revenue as China has put Viet Nam on a pilot list to open to group tours from March 15.

Travel demand to surge during coming holidays

Outbound tours are preferred by Vietnamese travelers for the upcoming holiday starting April 29, according to travel agents and tour operators.

COVID-19 not only cause of medical shortages: Minister of Health

The recent shortage of medicine and medical supplies at some public healthcare facilities is not solely due to the COVID-19 pandemic but a range of subjective causes, according to Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan.

Excellent graduates do not want to work at state agencies

Salaries in state agencies are regulated in legal documents. For many graduates, it is too little to meet their spending needs in life, especially who live in big cities.

ID certificate for Vietnam-born people proposed

According to the Ministry of Public Security (MPS), the expansion of the coverage of the Law on Citizen Identity Card can satisfy current requirements.

MOIT denies that clean-power selling prices are too low

Investors have repeatedly complained that prices for clean power are too low, but the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) has said the prices for wind and solar power were set after suggestions by an independent consultancy council.

F&B sector earns VND600 trillion a year, but 60% of workers lack stable income

The total revenue of the food and beverage (F&B) sector reached VND610 trillion in 2022, but laborers in the industry are mostly unskilled and untrained and cannot satisfy employers’ requirements.

Exploring pristine streams in Quang Binh

Thanks to its poetic scenery, Cha Rao – Cha Cung streams have emerged as an attractive summer destination for tourists who have a passion for traveling and exploring new places.

Bright future ahead for Vietnamese basketball

In Vietnam, basketball is a popular sport and has been loved by many people for a long time, but the development of Vietnamese basketball only started about five years ago.

Retail stocks drop amid economic downturn and high interest rates

Retail stocks have dropped significantly due to the decline in business results in the context of the global economic recession and high interest rates.

PM pledges to further support enterprises at Vietnam Business Forum 2023

The Vietnamese Government commits to creating all possible conditions for businesses to growth further, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed at the Vietnam Business Forum 2023 (VBF 2023) in Hanoi on March 19.

Vietnam marks first regular flight from Beijing after three years

Vietnam Airlines conducted the first regular flight from Beijing (China) to Hanoi on March 19 after a three-year suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vietnam takes steps to make future more sustainable: Euronews

From the 1,600 islands of Ha Long Bay to the world’s largest cave, Viet Nam is now taking steps to make its future more sustainable, noted Euronews, an European television news network, in its article.

Vietnam courts int’l investment to build sustainable future

The UK site internationalbanker.com released an article about Viet Nam’s efforts to attract foreign trade and investment to build a sustainable future.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 19/2023

US businesses exploring investment, business opportunities in Vietnam

Hanoi digitizes tourist attractions improve travel experience

Digital transformation is one of the important solutions for tourist sites and travel businesses to build tours and attract visitors to Hanoi.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 19/2023

Handball teams secure 2024 World Beach Games slots

Vietnamese enterprises prepare for carbon credit market

Many countries are adopting emissions trading systems (ETS) as a means to reduce annual emissions and mitigate climate change. Therefore, Vietnamese companies must understand and actively participate in this market, whether they like it or not.

Close-up of the make-over famous tourist market in Da Nang

Han Market, a popular tourist site in the central city of Da Nang, has been renovated after more than 30 years of operation.

'Scary' dishes that visitors should try in Vietnam

Vietnamese cuisine is famous for its variety of ingredients, but among them are a few names that surprise foreign tourists.