Numerous US businesses set to arrive in HCM City to implement signed agreements

From this month until early 2025, representatives of leading US investment funds and over 30 businesses will visit HCM City to seek investment opportunities.

Foxconn to invest 80 million USD in chip manufacturing expansion in Vietnam

Shunsin Technology Vietnam Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, is applying for an environmental permit for its 80 million USD chip manufacturing project in the northern province of Bac Giang.

Vietnam among top three ASEAN countries in term of industrial competitiveness

Vietnam is expected to be among the top three Southeast Asian countries in terms of industrial competitiveness by the end of this decade, as outlined in an action programme issued by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) this week.

Rare Taurid meteors dazzle Vietnamese skies tonight

In November, skywatchers are in for a spectacular treat with two rare fireball meteor showers: the Southern Taurids and Northern Taurids.

Stunting rate among Vietnamese children is still high: health experts

Vietnam sets a goal to reduce the stunting rate in under-5 children to below 15% by 2030, but this rate currently is still high at 18.2%.

PM Chinh's Middle East tour: Economic prospects and strategic alliances

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's Middle East visit has not only solidified diplomatic ties but also unlocked new economic and investment opportunities with major energy powerhouses like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.

Business association launched to enhance Vietnam - Belgium economic ties

The Vietnam Business Association in Belgium (VBAB) was officially set up on November 3, marking a milestone in the economic relations between the two countries.

Revised Electricity Law to mobilize $70-80 billion in energy investments

The Ministry of Industry and Trade proposes significant changes to the Electricity Law to attract $70-80 billion in investment and enhance energy security.

Vietnam leads the world in motorcycle usage with over 77 million registered

The widespread use of motorcycles in Vietnam, accounting for 85-90% of road traffic, underscores the need for enhanced safety measures, officials and experts stress.

Vietnam upgrades e-government architecture with new data coordination platform

The Ministry of Information and Communications has revised Vietnam’s E-Government Architecture Framework Version 3.0 to strengthen data-sharing capabilities and align with national digital transformation efforts.

HCM City to spend 33 billion VND on free metro rides in first month

Ho Chi Minh City plans to offer free rides on its new Metro Line No. 1 and connecting bus routes for the first 30 days, at a projected cost of 33 billion VND ($1.3 million).

Vietnam proposes fairer two-part electricity pricing from 2025

A new electricity pricing system, balancing capacity and energy use, could take effect in Vietnam from 2025, marking a significant shift in how power costs are structured.

Tax authorities strengthen oversight of cross-border e-commerce

Vietnam's tax authorities are intensifying their oversight of e-commerce platforms, including the recently popular cross-border platform, Temu.

Labor Minister: Unemployment under control, focus on youth policies

Minister of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs Dao Ngoc Dung reported that the current youth unemployment rate stands at 7.92%, which he described as an "acceptable figure."

Vietnam's digital platforms compete head-on with global giants

DecisionLab's latest report highlights how local Vietnamese platforms are competing effectively with major international tech companies.

Education Minister urges identification of textbook interest groups for action

Minister Nguyen Kim Son has addressed the National Assembly regarding the issue of interest groups in textbook publishing, emphasizing recent arrests and calling for further identification of violators.

Vietnamese goi cuon becomes famous in Malaysia

Vietnamese goi cuon, or fresh mixed salad rolls, offered by the owner of a restaurant in Malaysia with a number of fillings such as crab sticks, salmon and smoked duck, is favored by locals in the country.

Vietnam and Cuba agree on digital skill development programs

Strengthening digital transformation cooperation was at the forefront of talks between Vietnamese Minister Nguyen Manh Hung and his Cuban counterpart, Mayra Arevich Marín.

Vietnam to strengthen ties at major Mekong Summits in China

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s upcoming participation in three major summits in China underscores Vietnam’s proactive role in regional cooperation and diplomacy.

Vietnamese singers command $43,000 fees for three songs: Behind the numbers

Industry experts reveal that high fees for Vietnamese singers are not uncommon, but only a select few stars can command such rates.

Vietnamese delegation for ASEAN-Japanese Youth Programme ready to sail

The 48th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Programme (SSEAYP) will take place from November 4 to December 11.

Ministry yet to consider adjusting family tax deduction rate now

The Ministry of Finance has said it is not the right time to adjust the family tax deduction rate, reasoning that the Consumer Price Index has not fluctuated significantly.

Liver cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Vietnam

Liver cancer has surpassed lung cancer to become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Vietnam, with 77% of cases occurring in men.

Consular Club HCM City’s International Charity Bazaar set for Nov 9

The Consular Club Ho Chi Minh City is set to bring back its International Charity Bazaar on November 9, at Global City in An Phu, District 2.

Acclaimed Australian actor Philip Quast to stage live concert in Vietnam

Acclaimed Australian actor and singer Philip Quast will stage a live concert at the Friendship Palace in Hanoi on November 7 to perform classic melodies that has earned him widespread fame globally.