Enterprises still lack orders from lucrative mechanical engineering market

Vietnam has a large mechanical engineering market worth tens of billions of dollars a year. However, local enterprises still lack orders.

Vietnam needs better tools to choose foreign-invested projects

Vietnam lacks the proper tools to select good foreign-invested projects. Appraisal and licensing, as well as management and supervision of investment projects, are still weak.

Businesses using digital technology recover more quickly after crisis: experts

Businesses using digital technology have been more resilient during the economic crisis, while businesses without digital technology recover slowly, said Nguyen Trong Duong from MIC at the 2023 economic forum held by VCCI recently.

Hybrid vehicles bring fresh spirit to auto industry

While the lack of charging stations could be an obstacle for the use of electric vehicles, this will not be an issue for hybrid vehicles.

Samsung, Oppo lead Vietnamese smartphone market

Samsung and Oppo combined comprise half of the Vietnamese smartphone market, according to IDC.

Travelling the ’áo dài’ way

Nguyen Tuan Khanh wanted to discover Việt Nam’s nature and culture and record all the memories on camera.

Sea urchin porridge: A gift from the sea

Sea urchin porridge is best known as the ginseng of the sea, and in Japan, the dish is a delicacy among gourmets.

National Assemblies of Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia sign joint statement on summit mechanism

The leaders of the National Assemblies of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos signed a joint statement on establishing their summit mechanism in Phnom Penh on November 20, in the framework of the 43rd General Assembly of AIPA-43.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 20

Manufacturing chip-semiconductor helps raise Vietnam’s position

Affordable housing still hard to find

Optimism rose among urban dwellers early this year as several medium and large-sized businesses revealed plans to build affordable housing projects.

Vietnam needs better digital infrastructure in cities

Experts say it is necessary to re-plan digital infrastructure and provide services in smart cities that have people and businesses "at the center".

Vietnam in the spotlight

According to the e-Conomy SEA report 2022, 83% of investment funds expect the number of investment projects in Vietnam will continue to grow in the 2025-2030 period.

Blooming wonderful artworks

When Pham Thi Giang Sinh fuses oil painting with model clay flowers, a new art form blossoms, giving her a deep sense of satisfaction. Somehow the oil paintings become more lively and vibrant when she attaches the colourful clay bouquets.

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National Assembly Chairman meets Cambodian Prime Minister

Mussel village comes out of its shell

In a village nestled on a section of the La River in Truong Son Commune, Duc Tho District, Ha Tinh Province, locals make a living by raking mussels at the bottom of the river and then cooking them to sell.

The Nature Reserve with untouched beauty

Having a diverse ecosystem with many rare species of flora and fauna and a magnificent cave system, the Na Hang-Lam Binh Nature Reserve has been recognized as a special national tourist attraction.

Bank stock prices and earnings in opposite directions

Although their business performance has remained impressive, bank stock prices have plummeted on the stock market.

Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan attends opening of 18th Francophonie Summit

Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan attended the opening of the 18th Francophonie Summit in Djerba, Tunisia, on November 19.

Four out of 10 Vietnamese businesses benefit from EVFTA: VCCI survey

Four out of every 10 Vietnamese businesses have gained some benefits, including in import-export, from the Vietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), according to a survey of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

Urban economy to contribute 85% of national GDP by 2030

The urban economy is expected to contribute some 75% of the national GDP by 2025 and about 85% by 2030 under an action programme of the Government.

$62 billion needed to build North-South high-speed railway

In order to have investment capital for the North-South high-speed railway, Vietnam needs to use capital from the state budget and private sources, and exploit the land area in station areas where the railway would pass through.

PM’s taskforce set up, in charge of solving problems for property projects

The taskforce comprises of eight members, headed by Minister of Construction Nguyen Thanh Nghi.

Young people ready to pay for “virtual living” classes

Classes teaching posing, photography and visual skills are attracting many young people. A 10-lesson course is VND3.5 million, while studying alone costs VND900,000.

A Luoi: A perfect weekend getaway

A visit to A Luoi, which boasts a unique indigenous culture, will leave tourists with many unforgettable experiences.

Stock prices plummet as some companies report positive business results

The president of DucGiang Chemicals and the owner of Hoang Anh Gia Lai have reassured shareholders in separate letters following a slide in stock market prices.