List of organ donors surges after PM registers donation

About 86,000 individuals have registered to donate their organs after death in the last 10 years in Vietnam.

Height requirement for student applicants at university in Hanoi needs review

These criteria have sparked controversy on social media because only specialised fields set physical requirements for admission, such as police and military academies.

Provinces in ’race’ to plan golf courses in 2024

Provinces across the country are initiating new moves to plan golf courses. The number of courses is expected to more than double next year.

After losses, 4 Samsung factories in Vietnam make billions of dollars in profits

Four Samsung factories in Vietnam have rebounded impressively, turning significant profits in the first quarter of 2024 after experiencing losses in the preceding quarter. This resurgence signals a positive shift in operational dynamics.

Hanoi's rail line to start operating by early July

The Nhon - Hanoi Station pilot project is a crucial transportation project for the capital city that aims to reduce traffic congestion, improve public transport systems and contribute to environmental protection.

Foreigner fined for graffiti in HCM City center

On June 8, the Ben Thanh Ward Police in District 1, HCM City issued an administrative fine of 1.5 million VND to Mr. R.C.J. (a New Zealand national) for graffitiing on a citizen's property without authorization.

80-year-old father drives his son to high-school entrance exam in Hanoi

Amidst the hustle of high school entrance exams in Hanoi, Mr. Nguyen Xuan Sung, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday, captured attention as he personally chauffeured his 15-year-old son to the exam venue.

Vietnam Post restores IT system following cyberattack

Vietnam Post Corporation has announced the successful restoration of its IT system, with operations returning to normal by 10:00 p.m. on June 7.

The 2024 Journey to Lotus Village Marathon kicks off in style

The opening ceremony of the 2024 Journey to Lotus Village Marathon, organized collaboratively by the Nghe An Department of Culture and Sports, VietNamNet Newspaper, and Win Vietnam Company, commenced on the evening of June 8 in Cua Lo Town, Nghe An.

Vietnamese players arrive in Iraq, ready for World Cup qualifying showdown

After more than 10 hours of travel, the Vietnam national football team arrived at Basra International Airport, ready for their away match against Iraq.

Han River lights up on opening night of Da Nang Int’l Fireworks Festival

The opening night of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival dazzled the audience with a spectacular display of colorful lights, featuring thousands of fireworks from two teams and a special show.

VN coffee growers double income with carbon-emission reduction scheme

Vietnam is the world's top exporter of Robusta coffee, earning nearly US$4.2 billion of export revenue in 2023. If switching to carbon emission reduction production, the income of coffee farmers could double.

Explore exquisite treasures at Thanh Hoa Provincial Museum

The Thanh Hoa Provincial Museum proudly showcases numerous antiquities, including standout pieces like a pair of 400-year-old parrot statues crafted from jackfruit wood and a 300-year-old bronze bell.

Vietnam Business News June 8/2024

Compliance with import market’s requirement – a must to bolster fruit exports

Vietnamese blockbuster to hit international screens

Vietnamese blockbuster Lật mặt 7: Một điều ước (Face off 7: One Wish) will be screened internationally starting June 14, its producer had said.

President To Lam receives ambassadors, chargés d’affaires of EU

President To Lam received the Ambassador of the European Union (EU) and the ambassadors and chargés d’affaires of EU member countries who came to pay a courtesy call on the new State leader of Vietnam in Hanoi on June 7.

National Assembly urges overhaul of administrative procedures

During the National Assembly sessions in the last week of May, deputies highlighted the urgent need for a comprehensive overhaul of administrative procedures.

Film industry – door to promote tourism

With impressive natural landscapes and a rich and diverse culture, Vietnam has abundant potential to promote tourism through the film industry.

Vietnam international fashion week celebrates 10th anniversary

The Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) will launch a series of events to celebrate its 10th anniversary this year.

More promotion activities to be held abroad to attract foreign visitors

The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) is set to coordinate with localities to hold various tourism promotion activities abroad in the next few months in efforts to attract more international visitors to the country.

Vietnam News Headlines June 8/2024

President urges strengthening sovereignty protection and socio-economic development

Admire Czech glass works exclusively in Vietnam

The exhibition "The Magic of Czech Glass" features 17 intricately crafted pieces by 13 artists and is uniquely displayed only in Vietnam.

Young woman left countryside for Hanoi to study, now co-owns 21 apartments in US

Pham Thi Diem Phuong from Bac Giang province introduces herself as a person who will try every possible way to obtain what she wants.

Minister agrees with NA deputy on ‘using technology to control technology’

Stressing that it is necessary to consider digital technology as the major management force in cyberspace, Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung supports the idea of using technology to control technology.

Rare images of Vietnamese people's daily life over 100 years ago

The book 'Outline of Vietnamese Cultural History' was compiled and first published in 1938.