Sumo Crab honours winner weighing 1.4kg in Vietnam

A crab weighing over 1.4kg won the Sumo Crab competition held in the southernmost province of Ca Mau on December 25.

New records seen in agro-forestry-fishery exports in 2022

The agro-forestry-fishery sector has made new export records in 2022 thanks to the diversification of markets and products.

HCM City to construct parking lot near Tan Son Nhat Airport

HCM City plans to build a parking lot spanning 3,500 m2 near Tan Son Nhat Airport to meet high demand for parking during the Tet holiday.

Consumers tighten their wallets, retail industry faces difficulties

The pent-up consumption trend during the pandemic is gradually decreasing in the context of rising interest rates and a weakening Vietnamese dong making consumers' to tighten their purse strings.

Investment, better legal framework needed for cruise growth

Making a 67.3 per cent share of the country’s total tourism revenue, marine tourism service of 28 coastal provinces and cities has yet promoted it potential global brand as a top favourite ocean destination among 156 beach nations.

40,000 civil servants, public employees resign within 2.5 years

Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra earlier this year answered National Assembly Deputies’ queries about the high number of resignations of public servants.

New education program starts in 2022-23 academic year

On September 5, 23 million students began the new academic year 2022-2023, considered the central year to implement the task of renovating education and implementing the 2018 general education program.

Vietnam responds well to global changes in 2022

2022 has been a year of uncertainty for the world, including Vietnam. However, flexible policies applied by Vietnam have helped it stabilize the exchange rate and inflation rate.

Fires at karaoke parlors result in fatalities in 2022

Fires at karaoke parlors in many cities or provinces caused a high death toll in 2022.

Vietnam among top 10 countries with highest results in 2022 International Olympiads

The achievements of the Vietnamese national teams at 2022 International Olympiads continue to show the quality of general education in the country.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (December 26-31)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on December 26-31.

Hunting clouds on Cao Ly Mountain

Some places on Cao Ly Mountain are covered by clouds for half of the year, creating a diverse landscape with a cool climate, perfect for young travelers to hunt clouds.

Landslides worsen in Mekong Delta

Landslides are getting worse in the Mekong Delta in both scale and frequency. What do we need to do to minimize the negative impacts of landslides in the region?

Developing 'tectonic journalism' means returning to core values

A seminar on December 21 discussed ‘tectonic journalism’ and put forward solutions to be applied in Vietnam.

Enjoying Danang’s rustic dish on cold days

Steamed mackerel scad (nuc fish) wrapped in rice paper with its simple and rustic flavor is a hit with diners right from the first bite.

AIC former chairwoman faces jail term of 30 years

The Hanoi People’s Procuracy on December 24 proposed sentencing Nguyen Thi Thanh Nhan, former chairwoman of Advanced International JSC (AIC), to 30 years behind bars.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 25

Vietnam Automobile Transport Association calls for favourable policies as difficulties mount

Vietnamese basketball looks back on great achievements in 2022

Like most other countries, football is the king of sports in Vietnam, so other sports including basketball have not received much attention from the people.

Hanoi orders withdrawal of sidewalk parking permits to prevent pavement damage

Under the orders of the Hanoi People's Committee, many districts have begun to withdraw parking permits on the sidewalks to avoid pavement damage and subsidence, especially on newly paved streets.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 25

Second NA extraordinary session to discuss important matters

PM highlights digital government as driving force behind digital economy development

A digital government is the major driving force, leading the building of a digital economy, digital citizenship and digital society, contributing to the successful implementation of the Resolution adopted at the 13th National Party Congress.

VietNamNet’s best flycam photos in 2022

Photos taken by flycams in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Lat, Ninh Thuan and other tourist destinations impressed VietNamNet readers in 2022.

Regaining momentum for reform

A favorable business environment will help enterprises operate sustainably, thus improving national competitiveness.

Over US$8 billion spent on fuel imports from Jan-Nov

Vietnam spent around US$8.12 billion importing 7.89 million tons of fuel between January and November, up 23.9% in volume and 119.6% in value versus the year-ago period, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

VFF not yet found a successor for coach Park Hang Seo

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) has not chosen a new coach for the Vietnam’s national football team to replace Mr. Park Hang Seo yet, a VFF representative said.