Tech firms help farmers sell tea via e-commerce

Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung says that if farmers are accompanied by tech firms, tea production and distribution will improve, bringing higher profits to farmers.

VN to exploit seaweed reserves, a giant carbon reservoir

Vietnam’s total seaweed cultivation area, which is about 1 million hectares, is considered a vast new natural resource. People not only use seaweed to make medicines and food, but can also sell carbon credits at high prices.

Vietnamese businessman condemned for swindling $28 million in cryptocurrency

A well-known businessman in the technology and startup community has been caught in a scandal related to cryptocurrency via an AI project.

Smuggled cameras lose ground as genuine products dominate Vietnam’s market

The Vietnamese surveillance camera market has witnessed a significant shift as smuggled cameras, once popular for their lower prices, are being replaced by genuine, high-quality products backed by warranties and enhanced security features.

VN gets big orders for rice from Southeast Asian countries

Vietnam’s rice is in high demand in Southeast Asian markets as exporters have signed major contracts.

Taking losses from petroleum sales, big distributor wants to reduce imports

Several major distributors have proposed reducing the petroleum import volume assigned to them in 2024.

Da Nang woman turns discarded fruit into useful items, earns good income

From old sponge gourds which people throw away, Vo Thi Ngoc Thu makes useful items for daily use, such as dishwashing sponges, bath sponges and slippers, which are later exported.

Hoa Binh Lake: A blend of natural beauty and cultural richness

With its captivating landscapes and rich history, Hoa Binh Lake exemplifies the harmonious coexistence of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Hoa Binh hosts 4th Ethnic Minority Congress celebrating unity and progress

The 4th Ethnic Minority Congress in Hoa Binh brought together 250 delegates from 11 ethnic groups to celebrate unity and chart a course for sustainable development.

Dramatic fights at Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival as Bull 4 takes championship

After numerous hard-fought battles, Bull No. 04 claimed victory in the grand finale of the Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival 2024, bringing home VND 100 million for its owner.

Vietnam’s 'record-setting' ao dai stuns at fashion show in Sweden

Celebrating 55 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Sweden, designer Thoa Tran’s record-breaking Ao Dai collection was showcased at the Vietnamese Embassy in Sweden, leaving a lasting impression on fashion enthusiasts.

Search underway as tourist falls into sea while taking photos in Ninh Thuan

Over 20 water special forces divers have been mobilized to search for a 25-year-old tourist who slipped and was swept into the sea by large waves while taking photos at Phuoc Dinh beach in Ninh Thuan.

Truong My Lan, facing death penalty, seeks compensation for financial victims

Convicted fraudster Trương Mỹ Lan, who was sentenced to death earlier this year for her involvement in Việt Nam’s largest financial scandal, is seeking to compensate over 35,000 bondholders she swindled money from.

Northern region to welcome first cold spell

The first cold spell of the autumn-winter season is forecast to hit the country's northern provinces from September 23, with the coming days bringing with it spells of rain coupled with lowering temperatures.

Nine-month fruit and vegetable exports fetch over US$5.6 billion

Vietnamese fruit and vegetables exports during the opening nine months of the year surged by 34% to reach US$5.644 billion, equal to the export turnover of the entirety of last year, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs

13th Party Central Committee wraps up 10th session

The 13th Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee concluded its 10th session in Hanoi on September 20 afternoon.

Major private enterprises’ pioneering role in socio-economic development

PM Pham Minh Chinh chaired a Government Conference with major private enterprises in Hanoi on September 21 to remove difficulties, promote their pioneering role, proactive engagement in large projects as a way of contributing to development.

Solutions for development alongside commercial banks under scrutiny

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a meeting on September 21 between cabinet members and leaders of 13 joint stock commercial banks as part of efforts to seek measures aimed at boosting national socio-economic development.

Vietnam hold England to draw at Chess Olympiad 2024

The Vietnamese men's chess team held England to a 2-2 draw in the ninth round of the 45th Chess Olympiad 2024, which was held on the early morning of September 21.

Top Vietnamese leader’s trip to give fresh opportunities for trade links with US

Over the years, the US has always been one of the Vietnamese side’s largest investors with nearly 1,150 valid projects and a total registered capital of more than US$10.3 billion, ranking 11th out of the 141 economies investing in the nation.

Vietnam imports nearly 3.5 million tonnes of fertiliser in eight months

The nation splashed out more than US$1.1 billion on importing nearly 3.5 million tonnes of fertiliser during the first eight months of this year, an annual increase of 43.6% in volume and 36.9% in value.

DOC announces preliminary anti-dumping review results for VN catfish exports

According to the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in this review, eight Vietnamese export companies were involved, with the DOC selecting two of them as mandatory respondents.

US launches sunset review on uncovered innerspring units from Vietnam

The US has announced the launching of a sunset review concerning the anti-dumping duty orders on uncovered innerspring units from Vietnam, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT)’s Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (TRAV).

F&B sector has potential despite challenges

Co-organised by Vietcetera and Mastercard, the annual Flavours Vietnam event focused on the theme "Building a Resilient and Thriving F&B Industry in Vietnam."

HCM City to build more CNG filling stations

Ho Chi Minh City plans to invest in compressed natural gas (CNG) filling stations at bus terminals at District 8, Nga Tu Ga and new Mien Dong (Eastern) Bus Station.