Ministry clarifies solar energy administration

In order to rectify the existing inadequacies, Vietnam might have to adopt a long-term strategy to develop solar energy.

The ‘resignation culture’

Favorable institutional conditions should be created for individuals to correct mistakes and continue to strive for mastery and advance in their careers, even if they resign.

Vietnam's wood sector to earn more on woodchips, pellets

Vietnamese exporters of wood and wooden furniture expect to bring home 16.5 billion USD this year, fueled by an increase in the overseas shipment of woodchips and wood pellets in the first 10 months of this year.

Breeding snakes in cement tanks yields high profits for farmer

Breeding 1,500 breeding ri voi snakes (Subsessor bocourti), a farmer in Tien Giang province now earns nearly US$30,000 a year.

Vietnam, RoK enjoy thriving relations after three decades

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son, in his visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) in February this year, remarked that the relations between Vietnam and the ROK are currently at its best.

The unique sidewalk culture of Hanoi: A funky initiative of French

Through centuries, sidewalks in Hanoi have not only been part of the urban landscape, but more importantly, they are also open exhibitions of the capital’s cultural traits that can be found nowhere else.

Hanoi to open 4th pedestrian zone

The new walking area is subject to entertainment and cultural activities, promoting Hanoi tourism, especially in the downtown district of Hai Ba Trung.

US becomes second largest Vietnamese trading partner

The United States has risen to become the country’s second trading partner, with trade turnover exceeding US$100 billion.

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Vietnamese President meets Thai NA leader

IDP allowed to resume IELTS examinations

The decision comes into effect immediately and for a duration of five years.

President highlights requirements of future trade, investment at APEC CEO Summit

Ensuring a fair, transparent and efficient international trading system is crucial in a global “playground”, stated President Nguyen Xuan Phuc while highlighting major requirements/characteristics of trade and investment activities in the new period.

Vietnam advocates cooperating with foreign investors: President

Vietnam will step up green growth, digital economy, sci-tech, innovation and deeply join the global investment structure, trade order and supply chain.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 17

Vietnam sees impressive growth in aquatic exports to China

ABeam's solutions help digital banks’ business development

The competition among digital banking services is heating up in Vietnam, with the participation of not only traditional banks but also technology corporations.

Dak Lak to spend money to end elephant-riding tours

More than VND55 billion (nearly $2.5 million) will be spent to shift elephant-riding tourism to a more elephant-friendly model in Dak Lak.

Hanoi proposes investment of US$18-million bridge crossing Day River

The investment capital for the project would come from the city's budget, and the bridge's construction is planned for 2023-2026.

Human trafficking: the tricks and ways of escape

According to a report from the Institute for Social Development Studies, in 10 years (2004 to 2013), Lai Chau province had more than 200 victims of human trafficking.

Vietnamese WBA Asia champion to defend belt against Amparo in Bangkok

WBA Asia champion Le Huu Toan is confident of defending his World Boxing Association (WBA) Asia minimumweight belt against Jake Amparo on November 30 in Bangkok, Thailand.

Vietnamese students head to Southeast Asian countries to take IELTS exam

A number of students in HCM City who urgently need certificates for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) have travelled to neighbouring Southeast Asian countries to take the exam.

Famed Austrian musicians to perform with VN Symphony Orchestra in Hanoi

Noted artists from Austria will perform with the Vietnam Symphony Orchestra in a concert titled "Music from Vienna: Mozart & Strauss" at Hanoi Opera House on November 26.

Three Vietnamese seaports among the TOP 100 largest container ports worldwide

Three Vietnamese ports, including Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh City and Cai Mep, appeared in the ranking of 100 container ports in 2022 with the world's most enormous cargo throughput, published by Lloyd's List (United Kingdom) maritime magazine.

Vietnam names representative to Miss Tourism World 2022

Le Thi Huong Ly will represent Vietnam to vie for a Miss Tourism World 2022 title, the competition’s organising board announced on November 16.

Vietnamese President holds talks with Thai Prime Minister

Vietnam always attaches importance to promoting its Strengthened Strategic Partnership with Thailand, President Nguyen Xuan Phuc told Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha during their talks in Bangkok on November 16.

Vietnam, Thailand issue joint statement

Vietnam and Thailand on November 16 issued a joint statement on the official visit of President Nguyen Xuan Phuc to Thailand.

New Zealand PM meets Vietnamese women's team in Hanoi

Despite her busy schedule, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern found time to meet with Vietnamese women's football team in Hanoi on November 15 ahead of their first FIFA World Cup appearance in 2023, which New Zealand will co-host.