PM calls for Netherlands’ assistance in hi-tech park development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited Brainport Eindhoven, considered the Silicon Valley of Europe, in Eindhoven city of the Netherlands’ North Brabant province on December 11, as part of his official visit to the European country.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 11

Over 90% of consumers prioritise made-in-Vietnam goods

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 11

PM starts official visit to Netherlands

Japanese beauty crowned Miss Tourism World 2022 at finale in Vietnam

Erina Hanawa from Japan was crowned Miss Tourism World 2022 at the beauty pageant’s finale held in Vinh Yen city, the northern province of Vinh Phuc, on December 10.

Woman who collects scrap iron vows to build hotel for the poor

After adopting a baby girl at the age of 16, Huong decided to give up her personal affairs and become the mother of thousands of orphans. She reserved all of her assets to build a ‘5-star home’ to accommodate unhappy children.

Boycotting ‘catastrophic films’

Refusing to watch or boycotting certain films are ways that Vietnamese react  to poor-quality movies.

The special class of a 1.1-meter tall teacher

Born without legs, Pham Thi Thu Thuy was left abandoned at HCM City’s Tu Du Hospital but she still loves her mother.

Vietnamese lose big from importing pet dogs

Trung has many years of experience importing pet dogs from Europe. However, he is always worried every time he imports pets because if they die he will lose a lot of money.

YouTube remains top choice of Vietnamese for video content

Vietnam is among the countries with the highest number of viewers of YouTube, a YouTube Brandcast Delivered 2022 event heard on December 6.

CAAV proposes adding nine new airports

After a month of working with 10 provinces that proposed including their local airports in the national airport plan, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has given the go-ahead to nine airport projects.

Vietnam’s corporate sector exposed to rising financing costs in 2023

According to the report, Vietnamese companies have been relatively resilient during the pandemic.

Proposal of taxing second homes stirs mixed opinions

HCM City’s proposal of taxing second homes was stirring mixed opinions on its impact on the property market which was in liquidity problem as well as how and when the trial policy would be implemented.

Hanoi’s e-bike sharing service attracts modest number of passengers

The electric two-wheeler sharing system in Hanoi which has been recently piloted has served a modest number of passengers.

Grim outlook for Vietnamese shrimp industry

High inflation has also eroded the countries' domestic consumption, leading to unsold inventory.

Vietnam-Japan opera project “Anio Princess” introduced

The Embassy of Japan in Hanoi introduced the opera project "Princess Anio" on December 9 as part of activities held to mark the 50th anniversary since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the nation and Japan.

PM visits European Investment Bank in Luxembourg

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited the European Investment Bank (EIB) on December 10 as part of his trip to Luxembourg.

PM meets Grand Duke of Luxembourg

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with the Grand Duke of Luxembourg, Henri, at the Grand Ducal Palace on December 10 (local time) as part of his official visit to Luxembourg.

Residents and tourists thrilled with HCM City International Music Festival

The second Ho Chi Minh City International Music Festival titled "Ho Do" 2022 officially kicked off on December 9 at Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, with the event attracting a large number of residents and tourists.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 10

Aquatic exports predicted to hit 11 billion USD in 2022

Striker Van Toan on cusp of joining South Korean club Seoul E-Land

The Hai Duong Province-born striker received many offers from domestic teams, but he wants to play abroad.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 10

National Sports Games officially opens in Quang Ninh

PM meets leaders of Luxembourg economic groups

As part of his official visit to Luxembourg, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received leaders of several large economic groups of Luxembourg and Europe on December 9 (local time).

Prime Minister meets President of Chamber of Deputies of Luxembourg

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with President of the Chamber of Deputies of Luxembourg Fernand Etgen on December 9 (Luxembourg time), as part of his official visit to the European country.

Vietnam’s cinema 2022: ‘catastrophe’

“Catastrophe’ is the word that is most commonly used in the second half of the year when talking about Vietnam’s cinema.

Worst fires and explosions in Vietnam in 2022

This year has seen the number of fires and explosions decline by 25.11%, despite the number of deaths rising by 22.09% compared to the same period from last year, according to details given by the Ministry of Public Security.