French coach Philippe Troussier arrives in Vietnam

French coach Philippe Troussier arrived at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport on February 26 to sign a contract with the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) on his mission at the Vietnam national football team and U23 team

Vietnam, Dominican Republic parties ink cooperation document

The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the United Left Movement (MIU) of the Dominican Republic on February 26 signed a cooperation document between the two parties for the 2023-2028 period.

Hoa Binh attracts investment projects valued at more than US$2 billion

The northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh on February 26 granted 15 investment licenses worth nearly VND48 trillion, equivalent to more than US$2 billion, to businesses.

Mozambique learns about Vietnam’s cooperative development

A delegation from Mozambique has visited Vietnam to learn about the country’s cooperative development.

VBF President elected leader of Southeast Asian Basketball Federation

President of the Vietnam Basketball Federation (VBF) Nguyen Bao Hoang has been elected as President of the Southeast Asian Basketball Federation (SEABA) for the 2023-2027 term.

Hanoi kicks off net zero tree-planting project

Hanoi began a tree planting project toward net zero emissions at a ceremony held in Me Linh district on February 26.

Vietnam, Belgium seek stronger medical partnership

The Belgian Vietnamese Alliance and IBA, a world leading Belgian company in particle accelerator technology and a supplier of equipment and services for proton radiation therapy, have held a seminar to discuss life science and health in Vietnam.

Van Quyet, Huynh Nhu win Vietnam Golden Ball 2022 Awards

Nguyen Van Quyet, Huynh Nhu and Ho Van Y have won the title of Vietnam Golden Ball for the best male, female and futsal players in 2022.

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CMSC recommends State keep 100% capital in EVN

The Commission for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC) has submitted to the Prime Minister for approval the restructuring proposal for the Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) for the 2021-2025 period.

Government acts to maximize economic diplomacy benefits

The Government has recently issued Resolution 21/NQ-CP on how it will act to make the best use of economic diplomacy for national development in the 2022-2026 period.

Xin Man develops green tourism to preserve landscape and create jobs

Xin Man district is determined to not affect the core area, only developing services in the outer part and at the same time it considers the plan on future tourism development in the direction of experiential tourism.

Young woman's green lifestyle: reusing and recycling waste

Not only does Quan Ai Nhu, 31, reuse almost every item many people usually throw out, but she also asks for and picks up trash from others to recycle.

Real estate bailout “perilous” for system

As more than $52 billion is due to banks and bondholders from real estate corporations, not to mention the requirement for additional loans, experts say a purge in the real estate market is unavoidable.

30 technologies to be decoded and mastered by Vietnamese

At least 30 technologies will be decoded and mastered to create at least five key products, one of the criteria to assess the success of the national foreign technology transfer program to 2030.

Hanoi to create new urban clusters, and satellite cities until 2030

The city would closely oversee the construction of sky-scrapers and population growth in the co area.

Unusual markets that only exist in Vietnam

There are many unusual markets in Vietnam, including those that sell only gemstones, and one where buyers and sellers make transactions with leaves.

Scenarios set for government’s growth ambitions

Increases in domestic consumption, production, and foreign direct investment are set to enable the economy to achieve its growth target this year.

Troussier turns down job in Africa to lead VN football squad

Philippe Troussier has refused the high pay of VND10 billion a month from an African football club to become the head coach of the Vietnam national football squad under a 3-year contract.

Construction Ministry wants target for social homes reduced

The Ministry of Construction has proposed the prime minister lower the target of building social homes for workers and low-income people to just over one million in 2021-2030.

Vietnam posts US$1.7 billion trade surplus in mid-February

Vietnam has seen a trade surplus of US$1.68 billion in the year to February 15, with the surplus of the first half of February alone contributing US$1.1 billion, official data showed.

Ministry proposes steeper excise tax on tobacco, alcohol

The Ministry of Finance has proposed slapping higher excise tax on unhealthy products such as cigarettes, beers and alcoholic beverages, and adding sugary drinks to the list as well.

Khanh Hoa seeks to extend tourist submarine pilot

Local authorities in the coastal province of Khanh Hoa have proposed the Ministry of Transport extend the pilot period of a tourist submarine service in Nha Trang Bay.

Foreigners excited to discover flower road in Hanoi

These days, many people including foreigners visit Hanoi’s Ciputra urban area to watch Ban flowers which can only be seen in the northern highlands blossoming and take lifetime photos.