Vietnamese team begins search, rescue mission in Turkey

A 24-member team deployed by the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security has begun engaging in search and rescue efforts in the Turkish southeastern city of Adiyaman.

PM holds roundtable discussion with Brunei energy, oil and gas firms

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a roundtable discussion with Brunei energy and oil and gas enterprises in Bandar Seri Begawan capital on February 11, as part of his ongoing visit to Brunei.

Prime Minister holds talks with Sultan of Brunei

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah right after meeting with members of the House of Bolkiah in Bandar Seri Begawan capital on February 11 morning.

NA Standing Committee’s 20th session to open on Feb 13

The National Assembly Standing Committee’s 20th session is scheduled to open on February 13 and close on February 15 in Hanoi, reported the NA Office.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 11/2023

First joint Hungary-Vietnam romance film debuts

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS FEBRUARY 11/2023

Government rolls out action plan to raise collective economy efficiency

Corporations pay trillions of VND in dividends after high profit-making period

Despite difficulties in 2022, many enterprises, especially in banking, fertilizer manufacturing and transport, reported good business results in 2022 and are paying high dividends.

Real estate funding on right track via overseas sources

Although the global economic picture of 2023 is expected to face a series of conflicts, foreign direct investment in real estate is still expected to prosper.

Realtors see positive signs in 2023

The 2022 real estate market ended with ups and downs, from land fevers to a frozen market. But analysts believe the picture will be better in 2023.

Travel firms still waiting for Chinese tour groups to return

Travel firms and airlines are preparing to receive Chinese travelers, but the absence of Vietnam on the list of 20 tourism markets with which China will resume cooperation has caused concern.

Taxation on apartments priced more than VND70 million per sq m proposed

Apartments located in advantageous positions in Hanoi and HCM City have average prices of VND50-60 million per sq m.

Economists voice opinions about int'l financial center in HCMC

Financial and economic experts gave their opinions of the setting up of an international financial center in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnamese E-sports team to compete 5 categories at 32nd SEA Games

The Vietnam E-sports team will join five categories at the upcoming 32nd Southeast Asian Games in Cambodia.

Software firms assert footprint in billion-dollar markets

Vietnam's technology majors are growing their presence in top global markets with many ambitious goals.

US Trade Representative Katherine Tai to visit Hanoi next week

United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai is due to pay a visit to Vietnam on February 13 – 15, according to the US Embassy in Hanoi.

TripAdvisor honours two Vietnamese localities

Two Vietnamese cities, Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An, have been listed among the Top 6 ASEAN destinations to win the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of The Best 2023 Awards.

Colonel writing surrender declaration for South Vietnam President passes away

Colonel Bui Van Tung, who wrote the declaration of surrender for President of South Vietnam Duong Van Minh in 1975 died after a stroke two days ago at his home at 162 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 3.

Red River Delta development conference to take place on Feb. 12

A conference on the development of the Hong (Red River) Delta region under the chair of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will be organised on February 12 in the north-eastern province of Quang Ninh’s Ha Long city.

Vietnam’s rice exports predicted to drop in 2023

Vietnam’s rice exports are predicted to reach just 6 million tonnes this year, lower than last year's figure due to limited supply and inventories, said businesses.

Vietnam to have 30 airports by 2030: draft planning

Vietnam will have a total of 30 airports by 2030 including 14 serving international flights, according to a draft plan that the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has submitted to the Ministry of Transport recently.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh begins official visit to Brunei

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrived in Bandar Seri Begawan at 5:25 pm (local time) on February 10, beginning his two-day official visit to Brunei at the invitation of Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah.

Ministry to send 76 servicemen to help Turkey overcome quake consequences

The Vietnamese Ministry of National Defence will send 76 servicemen to Turkey by February 12 night to assist the country in recovery efforts following the devastating earthquake.

Vietnamese embassy joins search, rescue activities in Turkey

The Vietnamese Embassy in Turkey has sent a working delegation to southeastern provinces joining search and rescue activities for victims of an earthquake that devastated this part the country on February 6.

PM receives leaders of leading businesses in Singapore

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 10 met leading Singaporean and Singapore-based businesses and investment funds, as part of his ongoing official visit to the country.

Admiring the pristine landscapes and exploring historical sites on Phu Quoc Island

I have visited the island of Phu Quoc several times, but I am still lured by its pristine landscape in the southern province of Kien Giang.