Vietnam secures first gold medal at ASIAD 2023

Shooter Pham Quang Huy on September 28 won the first gold medal for Vietnam at the 19th Asian Games (ASIAD 2023) in Hangzhou city of China's Zhejiang province.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 28/2023

ASIAD 2023: Vietnam secure four bronze medals on September 27

EVN's losses mainly attributed to high input prices

High input prices were a major contributor to Vietnam Electricity (EVN)'s financial loss, according to the Department of Electricity Regulatory under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).

Vietnam records over 38,000 valid foreign-invested projects: FIA

There were 38,379 valid foreign-invested projects in Vietnam with a total registered capital of 455.06 billion USD as of September 20, reported the Ministry of Planning and Investment’s Foreign Investment Agency (FIA).

Discovering the first European street style in Hanoi

A pedestrian street Hanoi has become a favourite destination for local people and visitors, especially young people, as it is likened to a small European street lined with cafes and restaurants on both sides.

Train carrying exports to China from southern Binh Duong province debuts

Authorities of southern Binh Duong province and the Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) held a ceremony on September 27 to launch an international multimodal train transporting goods from Song Than station to China.

More investments from RoK coming to Vietnam

A number of large enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) are continuing to pour investment into Vietnam, turning the Southeast Asian country into their leading manufacturing hub in the world.

Vietnam win ASIAD bronze medals in taekwondo and wushu

Local taekwondo fighter Bac Thi Khiem and wushu artist Duong Thuy Vi won bronze medals for Vietnam on September 27 at the ongoing 19th Asian Games (ASIAD) in Hangzhou, China.

‘Glorious Ashes' film to represent Vietnam at Oscars 2024

“Tro Tan Ruc Ro” (Glorious Ashes) has been selected to represent Vietnam in the preliminary round of the Best International Feature Film category at the Oscars 2024.

Digitalisation drives VN's tourism recovery

With digital transformation accelerated, a kaleidoscope of smart tourism offerings has been developed to provide new experiences for travelers and help recover the tourism industry, which was battered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vietnam leaps two places in global innovation index in 2023

Vietnam has leaped two places in the Global Innovation Index (GII) in 2023, ranking 46th out of 132 countries and territories, according to a GII report released by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) on September 27.

When the Vietnam-US relationship is upgraded to the highest level

After Vietnam and the US agreed on upgrading their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reforms will be implemented so that the economy can unleash its internal strength and take off.

Japanese woman wholeheartedly runs projects on clean agriculture in Vietnam

In hope of promoting environmentally friendly agriculture and supporting community development in Vietnam, Ms. Ino Mayu, founder of the non-governmental organization Seed To Table, has taken actions in every village to support clean agriculture.

Numerous foreign firms eye stronger investment in Vietnam

Nearly 1,000 foreign enterprises from 28 countries and territories, including giants such as Boeing, Walmart, and Central Retail, have entered Vietnam to explore investment opportunities and seek partners since early September.

Wind-hanging persimmons: A delightful Dalat specialty

Dalat, renowned for its favorable highland climate, is a perfect locale for cultivating persimmons.

Vietnam should have national strategy for IC human resource training

Universities and experts said that there should necessarily be a national strategy for IC and semiconductor technology training with investment priorities in key schools with strengths in this field.

Unleashing the potential of Vietnam's wealth management market

A recent projection by McKinsey & Company has indicated that by 2027, Vietnam's PFA market will reach approximately US$600 billion, growing annually at a rate of 11 per cent from its 2022 baseline of around $360 billion.

HCMC issues document on implementation of personal data protection regulations

HCMC Department of Education and Training sent an urgent document to related agencies, its subsidiaries, and schools on the implementation of personal data protection regulations.

Electricity regulatory unit leaves EVN with $2 million debt

The State Capital Management Commission (SCMC) has sent a document to the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) showing its view about the splitting of the National Load Dispatch Centre (NLDC) from Electricity of Vietnam (EVN).

More Vietnamese travelers switch to cashless payments

The Visa Global Travel Intentions Study (GTI) 2023 has shown that nearly all Vietnamese respondents are inclined to use cashless payment methods while traveling to streamline transactions and enhance their overall travel experience.

Climbing a mountain in Hanoi’s suburbs

Ham Lon Mountain, located in the Doc Ton range in Soc Son district in Hanoi, is a popular place for young people, especially for those who want to train before climbing Fansipan mountain.

Vietnam attracts over US$20 billion in FDI over nine-month period

Vietnam welcomed US$20.21 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the opening nine months of the year, representing a rise of 7.7% against the same period from last year, according to statistics released by the Foreign Investment Agency.

Baby boy weighing 6.1 kilograms born in Ha Tinh

A woman gave birth to a giant baby boy at 40 weeks weighing 6.1 kilograms by surgical cesarean section at Ha Tinh Provincial General Hospital on September 27 afternoon, making him the locality's heaviest ever.

Vietnamese economy remains resilient despite weak external environment: ADB

Despite the weak external environment, the Vietnamese economy remains resilient, and recovery is expected to pick up in the near term, said Asian Development Bank (ADB) Country Director for Vietnam Shantanu Chakraborty.

Outstanding tech events September 18-22

A quickly spreading computer virus with regeneration ability and the announcement of the top 10 digital technology firms in 2023 were the most noteworthy technology events last week.