Hanoi's prime retail sector among the fastest-growing in the region

Rents for prime spaces in Hà Nội’s central areas stand at a competitive US$96.4 per square metre.

Ministry proposes applying technology to quality control

Technological solutions include barcodes and electronic labelling, which are tools for manufacturers to monitor product quality and trace origin.

Footwear industry takes bold steps towards green growth

The establishment of a centre for raw materials to support the textile, leather and footwear industries will help meet new demands from importing countries, focusing on sustainability in production and social responsibility.

Developing supporting industries needs to be a priority

A report of the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) shows that the number of enterprises in the supporting industry sector accounts for only about 4.5 per cent of the total number of companies in the manufacturing and processing industry.

India imposes anti-subsidy duties on steel imports from Vietnam

India’s Ministry of Finance has just issued an order to impose a tax of 12-30 per cent on some steel products imported from China and Vietnam.

Vietnam trade mission in Germany seeks cooperation in automobile industry

The Vietnam trade mission in Germany coordinated with the Berlin – Brandenburg automotive association (aBB) and authorities of the Vietnamese province of Nam Dinh to hold a roundtable on cooperation in the automobile industry.

Zhejiang Int’l Trade Exhibition, Export Fair to take place in HCM City

The 2024 Zhejiang International Trade Exhibition and the 12th Zhejiang Export Fair (generally referred to as Zhejiang Expo 2024) will kick off at Saigon Exhibition & Convention Centre (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City on September 26.

Ministry to inspect insurers for motor insurance compliance

The Ministry of Finance will inspect four non-life insurance companies in 2024 to ensure adherence to mandatory motor vehicle insurance regulations.

HCM City’s real estate market shows signs of recovery

Real estate revenue in Ho Chi Minh City reached 173 trillion VND (over 7 billion USD) in the first eight months of the year, up 6.1% year-on-year, according to the HCM City Statistics Office.

Vietnam wins first-ever medal at Women's World Three-cushion Championship

Nguyen Hoang Yen Nhi became the first Vietnamese player to win a medal at the World Carom Billiards Federation (UMB) Women's World Three-cushion Championship, which concluded in France on September 12.

Vietnamese horror movie honoured at Kanazawa Film Festival 2024

“Crimson Snout” (Quỷ cẩu) by young director Luu Thanh Luan has won the Best Feature Film category at the Kanazawa Film Festival 2024 recently held in Japan.

Indonesia values its strategic partnership with VN: President-elect Subianto

President-elect Prabowo Subianto, who is in Hanoi for September 13-14 visit, congratulated Vietnam on recording significant milestones in economic development, helping to elevate its standing globally.

EU inspection team to examine aquaculture sector

An inspection team from the EU is set to visit the nation in order to inspect the aquaculture sector, with a focus on evaluating the performance of the residue control programme for products permitted for exports to the EU market.

US$21.5 million of public donations made to typhoon relief fund

The Vietnam Fatherland Front’s decision to make the extensive bank statement public has been widely praised.

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Vietnam, China cooperate in natural disaster response

Wood export target of 15.2 billion USD feasible, challenges remain

Despite market recovery, the wood industry needs to overcome formidable challenges to realise the export revenue target of 15.2 billion USD for the whole year, according to insiders.

Mekong Delta promotes clean agricultural production to achieve Net Zero

Localities in the Mekong Delta region have been progressively developing roadmaps for clean agricultural production as an effort to gradually guide Vietnam's agricultural sector towards the goal of "Net Zero" by 2050.

Vietnam develops border gates into key economic zones

Building infrastructure, luring investment, and operating border gates on digital platforms are the focuses of northern provinces to develop local border gates into key economic zones and ensure border security and defense.

Ha Tinh residents innovate with floating houses to combat floods

To proactively address flooding, residents of Dien My commune in Huong Khe district, Ha Tinh province, have invested in constructing floating houses.

Thousands of Hanoi’s resettlement apartments stand abandoned for years

Among these are buildings located on prime real estate that even major real estate developers covet, raising questions about the efficiency and future of urban development projects in the city.

Vietnam's record rice imports: Nearly $850 million in 2024's first eight months

Vietnam, known for its robust rice production, has seen a dramatic increase in rice imports in 2024, with expenditures nearing $850 million within the first eight months.

Da Nang: Son Tra monkeys turn aggressive as they demand food

The monkeys of Son Tra have grown increasingly bold, swarming tourists and snatching food. As human interaction encroaches on their natural habitat, experts call for stricter regulations and education to curb the rising conflicts.

Nude paintings in Vietnam: Art form or taboo?

Nude art has long fascinated both artists and audiences, but in Vietnam, it remains a contentious subject.

Tourism in northern mountainous areas hit hard by Typhoon Yagi

The typhoon that struck northern Việt Nam last Saturday has claimed nearly 200 lives and left many missing, causing severe damage and impacting tourism.

Gumball 3000 arrives in VN: 100 supercars to cross 5 Southeast Asian nations

The renowned Gumball 3000 supercar rally has chosen Vietnam as the starting point for its 3,000 km expedition through five Southeast Asian countries.