NA Chairman calls for innovative cultural development with minimal budget

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man emphasizes the need to explore models of cultural development that require minimal funding, highlighting the importance of creative approaches in times of economic difficulty.

Nha Trang Bay sees return of sea turtles as water quality improves

Footage captured in Nha Trang Bay shows sea turtles, signaling improvements in water quality and marine conditions, according to the Nha Trang Bay Management Board.

Hanoi student earns gold at 2024 International Math Olympiad

Nguyen Phuong Thao, a 7th grader from Olympia Schools, won a gold medal in Math at the 2024 International Mathematics and Science Olympiad (IMSO), marking her second medal at the competition.

Vietnam, France issue joint statement on elevation of bilateral ties

Vietnam and France have issued a joint statement on the upgrade of bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership on the occasion of Party General Secretary and State President To Lam’s official visit to France from October 6-7.

Miss Grand Thailand in tears over balut at Miss Grand International

In a press interview at the Thai airport, Miss Grand Thailand shared her emotional account of the challenges contestants faced in Cambodia, including a difficult encounter with balut.

Prime Minister directs agencies to reduce permits, lower costs for enterprises

In a new directive, PM Pham Minh Chinh emphasizes reducing red tape, decentralizing power, and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises to boost Vietnam’s economic growth.

Chairman of Bac Giang Province receives disciplinary warning

Chairman Le Anh Duong of Bac Giang Province has been disciplined with a warning for violations in his work, following an inspection by the Central Inspection Commission.

Vietnam’s stock market on path to emerging status with securities law revisions

The revised Securities Law is set to enhance transparency, address violations, and promote market upgrades, positioning Vietnam to attract billions in foreign capital.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh departs for ASEAN Summit in Laos

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is leading a high-level Vietnamese delegation to the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits in Vientiane, Laos, from October 8 to 11, under the theme “ASEAN: Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience.”

CEO of major farm producer may be barred from leaving the country

Loc Troi Group (LTG) has sent a document to agencies asking to bar its former CEO Nguyen Huu Thuan from exiting the country because Thuan "committed fraud, causing loss of company assets".

VN to pilot carbon trading market nationwide, no int’l sales until 2029

From 2025 to 2028, Vietnam will implement a nationwide pilot for its carbon market, but will not sell carbon credits abroad during this period, according to the latest draft proposal.

Population decline in seven Vietnamese provinces predicted for 2024

A new report from the General Department of Population forecasts that seven provinces in Vietnam will experience population decline in 2024, with An Giang projected to lose the most residents.

Vietnamese companies ready to offer high salaries for AI talent

According to a recent Navigos Group survey, more than 62% of companies in Vietnam are offering salaries 10-50% higher for AI professionals compared to other IT positions.

Prime Minister calls for reduced pressure in 2025 high school graduation exams

As the first national exams under the 2018 curriculum approach, the Prime Minister has called for a stress-free and cost-effective process for the 2025 high school graduation exams.

Modern exhibition space at Vietnam Military History Museum set to open

The Vietnam Military History Museum, located in Nam Tu Liem district, Hanoi, with over 150,000 artifacts and four National Treasures, is scheduled to open on November 1.

Pho keeps Korean tourists coming back to this Da Nang restaurant

Korean tourists in Da Nang shared their top recommendation for pho, stating they could eat it over and over again without getting bored.

Hanoi Open Pool Championship 2024 draws world’s best players for $200,000 prize

The Hanoi Open Pool Championship 2024, one of the largest tournaments on the World Nineball Tour, will take place from October 8-13 in Hanoi.

USA crowned Miss Asia Pacific International 2024, Vietnam reaches top 10

Miss USA Janelis Leyba took home the crown at Miss Asia Pacific International 2024, and Vietnam’s Pham Thi Anh Vuong proudly entered the Top 10.

Disabled lottery seller in Ho Chi Minh City wins nearly $1 million jackpot

A disabled lottery seller from Ho Chi Minh City’s Hoc Mon district won a VND 22 billion jackpot, with his generous spirit leading him to share his fortune with others.

Hanoi Open Dragon Boat Race 2024 to kick off this weekend

The Open Dragon Boat Race 2024 is scheduled to kick off at West Lake in Hanoi on October 13 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Hanoi's Liberation Day (October 10, 1954 - 2024).

Quang Ninh gets ready for busy cruise season

According to the Quang Ninh Department of Tourism, from October 18 to December 30, the locality is scheduled to receive as many as 14 cruise ships.

Unusually deep lake discovered in Phong Nha - Ke Bang national park

An expedition team of Jungle Boss Trekking Tours of Vietnam have just discovered a lake with unexpected depth and coldness in the core area of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park in central Quang Binh province.

Int’l public opinion on Chinese force's brutal behaviours towards VN fishermen

Several countries and international organisations have voiced concerns over Chinese law enforcement force’s brutal behaviours towards Vietnamese fishermen operating in Vietnam’s Hoang Sa (Paracel) archipelago area on September 29.

Vietnamese PM, WEF Executive Chairman highlight youth’s role in smart era

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Professor Klaus Schwab on October 7 had an exchange with nearly 500 students from universities in Hanoi.

Three more Vietnamese peacekeepers deployed to South Sudan, Abyei

The three will replace the Vietnamese officers holding the positions at the missions.