Vietnamese man wanted by FBI for alleged money laundering

According to the FBI, Minh was born on October 21, 1973, in the central province of Quảng Bình, and data suggests that from September 2016 to March 2022 he was in the Hà Nội area.

Hanoi makes good use of heritage-based cultural industries

Fostering heritage values to promote tourism and attract more local and international tourists is an important mission of Hanoi’s cultural policy-makers in the coming period.

Francophone Film Festival to wow Vietnamese audience

Vietnamese film lovers will have a chance to enjoy outstanding cinema works from the Francophone community at the 13th Francophone Film Festival which is set to run in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from March 18 to 24.

Vietnam issues action plan to reduce methane emissions till 2030

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued an action plan to reduce methane emissions till 2030, with six major tasks.

Attraction some way off for social housing

The lack of affordable social housing has raised whether foreign developers should be allowed to invest in this segment in Vietnam.

VN central bank must keep a close on financial market: WB

The State Bank of Vietnam must step up efforts in the management of the country's banking sector and prepare for all possible scenarios for timely and effective interventions, according to the World Bank (WB).

Vietnam's top female badminton player now 45th in world ranking

Badminton player Nguyen Thuy Linh of Dong Nai team has risen to the 45th from the 49th position in the latest world’s singles women rankings, according to Badminton World Federation (BWF).

Investors reluctant to put money into clean-power projects as pricing remains unclear

Thirty-six wind and solar power investors have sent a document to the Prime Minister requesting to fix problems in the pricing mechanism for transitional wind and solar power projects.

Vietnam wants to expand digital technology to international markets

Going abroad to compete, conquer, and increase revenues is now one priority of all Vietnamese telecoms, digital technology enterprises.

Travel firms suggest tourism visa of 90 days

Travel firms think the current visa policy is affecting the number of foreign visitors to Vietnam. The number of countries with visa waiver remains modest, and the length of visa is too short.

Deals to push forward carbon commitments

While joining Japan’s fresh carbon neutrality initiative, Vietnam has continued enjoying international assistance in its drive to achieve its net-zero emission dream by mid-century.

4 million mobile subscribers must standardize personal information: MIC

The Authority of Telecommunications (AOT) has estimated that 4 million mobile subscribers will have to have their personal information standardized, and if not, their operations will be stopped from March 31.

Low localisation rate hindering progress

A stronger supporting industry and focus on boosting localisation rates is deemed a prerequisite to help brands increase production and also reduce costs.

Training quality a top priority for healthcare majors

Health experts have raised concerns over the racing of universities to open healthcare majors and enroll students in the past several years, which is likely to reduce the qualifications of future health workers if training quality is not assured.

Japanese man gives his love to Ha Giang

For the past 21 years, each month a Japanese man spends some two weeks in Lo Lo Chai, a remote village in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, becoming a familiar friend to many members of the Lo Lo ethnic minority group.

Vietnam strives to eliminate substances harmful to ozone layer

Vietnam has charted a roadmap to gradually eliminate Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) from 2024 with the goal of reducing the basic consumption of these harmful substances to the ozone layer from 2024 to 2028.

Binh Dinh promulgates digital transformation plan in ethnic minority areas

By 2025, Binh Dinh province aims to have 100% of state management agencies at all levels deploy information systems to serve the tasks of management, direction, administration, capacity building, communication, monitoring and evaluation.

Nearly 86% of Vietnamese children suffer from dental problems

Up to 86.4% of Vietnamese children between the ages of six and eight have tooth decay, according to a survey announced recently by the Vietnam Odonto Stomatology Association.

Number of Vietnamese tourists to Japan hits record high

The Japan National Tourism Organisation in Vietnam (JNTO) said on March 15 that the number of Vietnamese travelers visiting Japan hit a record high of 55,800 in February, far exceeding the figure recorded in the pre-pandemic period.

Vietnam-UK trade bond underway

After nearly two years of entry into force, the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement, in addition to Vietnam’s improved investment and business climate, have facilitated both nations to increase trade and investment.

HCM City aims to reach 'advanced education level' in 22 years

HCM City strives to obtain an "advanced education" Asian standard by 2030 and international advanced education standard by 2045.

Creating a safe internet environment in schools

More than 40 percent of children are insecure about using the internet, while 70 percent have unwanted experiences. It is necessary to create a safe internet environment in schools with the support of technological solutions.

Large-displacement motorcycles under the spotlight after string of accidents

A female environmental worker was recently struck by a large-displacement motorcycle driver while on Thang Long Boulevard in Hanoi, resulting in a broken leg. The driver fled the scene.

Philippe Troussier names national players for Doha Cup 2023

Chief coach Philippe Troussier on March 16 announced a list of 23 players of the Vietnam U23 side to fly to Qatar for a friendly tournament Doha Cup 2023 due to take place later this month.

Hanoi international marathon slated for October 8

The Hanoi VPBank International Marathon (VPIM) 2023, an official annual sporting event of the capital city, is scheduled to take place on October 8.