Dung Quat to be expanded but capital sources unknown

The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has reported to the Prime Ministser about its appraisal on expanding and upgrading the Dung Quat Oil Refinery.

State Capital Investment Corporation’s profit rises 91%

The State Capital Investment Corporation (SCIC) on January 10 reported that its after-tax profit in 2022 reached over 6.83 trillion VND (291.5 million USD), 91% higher than the yearly plan.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JANUARY 10

Japan helps HCM City train human resources for tourism sector

Scorching weather conditions expected to become more extreme than in 2022

Hot waves this year are forecast to become more intense and more severe than last year, according to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF).

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 10

Vietnam highly potential market for Korean firms

Coastal development in central Vietnam limits public access to beaches

Since 2015, the Prime Minister issued a ban on licensing for coastal projects, especially emphasising that it needed to withdraw licences of the projects if necessary to keep the coast’s space clear.

VN remained among world’s top FDI destinations in 2022

Vietnam remained an attractive destination for foreign investment last year with FDI flow pouring into the country uninterrupted despite a global economic slowdown, according to the Ministry of Finance.

China reopens but traditional slots for Vietnam's airlines still not assured

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has reported several issues to the Ministry of Transport about flights to China after the latter removed restrictions on routine flights on January 8.

China holds strong potential for Vietnamese seafood in 2023

Vietnamese seafood exports to China are expected to boom after China opens its borders and lifts all isolation measures to prevent the COVID-19 pandemic this month.

Some shipping companies confront hardship, some benefit

In the context of rising interest rates and rising US dollar, many port and shipping companies are confronting difficulties, but there are still...

1,000 Chinese visitors to visit Khanh Hoa during Tet holiday

Khanh Hoa Province is anticipated to receive roughly 1,000 Chinese visitors during the Lunar New Year festival from January 18 to 26.

PM’s official visit to Laos expected to give push to bilateral relations

The upcoming official visit to Laos by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will create momentum for Vietnam and its neighbour to strengthen their relations, a diplomat has said.

New price framework for wind, solar power projects issued

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) on January 7 issued a decision on the price framework for solar and wind power projects.

Hanoi’s mural street ready to welcome Lunar New Year 2023

Murals along the street of Phung Hung in Hanoi have been refreshed for the upcoming Lunar New Year (Tet) 2023.

Tu Lien kumquat village enters Tet season

Tu Lien kumquat village in Tu Lien ward, Tay Ho district, Hanoi is very busy these days.

Weathering the storm in 2022, enterprises prepare for 2023

Many companies in HCM City have reported high growth rates, which can be seen in the high Tet bonuses being offered to their workers. They now need support in capital and market information.

Retired teacher makes souvenirs from eggshells

Mr. Nguyen Thanh Tam, 71, a retired teacher in Go Vap District in Ho Chi Minh City, uses eggshells of chickens, ducks, quail and other fowl to create Santa Clauses, Snowmen, and reindeer carriages for Christmas.

Express beautifying methods for Tet have many risks: experts

As Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches, many women are seeking to make themselves more attractive.

The craft village that earns living by hammering in the capital

Despite the rapid pace of urbanization, craftsmen in the outskirt district of Hanoi are still striving to preserve their hundred-year-old traditional trade.

China's opening to Vietnam to bring practical benefits to both countries

If China applies new measures in disease prevention and control, exchanges and cooperation between Vietnam and China will be enhanced, bringing practical benefits to the two sides, making positive contributions to recovery and development.

Prime Minister hosts Tet banquet in honour of diplomatic corps

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his wife hosted a banquet in honour of the diplomatic corps in Hanoi on January 9, ahead of the traditional Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival.

Vietnam defeat Indonesia 2-0 to advance to AFF Cup 2022 final

Vietnam beat Indonesia 2-0 with Nguyen Tien Linh's double in the second leg of the semifinal and advanced to the final of the AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup 2022.

State Securities Commission has new chairwoman

Minister of Finance Ho Duc Phoc on January 9 handed over the appointment decision to the new Chair of the State Securities Commission (SSC) Vu Thi Chan Phuong.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (January 9-15)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on January 9-15.

Resolution on National Master Plan approved for 2021-2030

With 449 approval out of the total of 489 votes, lawmakers approved a Resolution on National Master Plan for the 2021-2030 period with a vision to 2050, during the National Assembly's second extraordinary meeting in Hanoi on January 9.