With an average room rate of 1.45 million VND (58 USD), Da Lat has been named the destination in Vietnam that has offered the most competitive room rates during the last two months.

Vietnam’s potential to lead AI innovation is backed by its robust human resources, growing market, and strong government support, positioning the country prominently on the global AI map.

Vietnam’s agricultural trade with China has reached a new milestone as frozen durian, fresh coconut, and crocodiles have been granted export approval, opening up vast opportunities for these industries.

Fruit, vegetable exports expected to hit record in 2024

Although gaining strong growth in export turnover in the first seven months of this year, Vietnam still faces many challenges to maintain the high growth in the export until this year end.

On the morning of August 19th, General Secretary and President To Lam, along with his spouse, received a grand ceremonial welcome in Beijing, marking the start of a significant state visit to China.

After seven years of operation, Starbucks Reserve, the most prime-location café of the American coffee giant in Ho Chi Minh City, has unexpectedly announced its closure. The high rental costs are believed to be the main reason.

Measures implemented by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to fight off the dollarisation of the economy have produced positive effects in stabilising the exchange market, increasing foreign reserves, remittance flows and foreign investments.

A surge in dengue fever cases across Vietnam has led to several fatalities, health officials warned.

VN raked in more than US$164 million from importing fruit and vegetables to the Republic of Korea (RoK) in the first half of the year, representing a year-on-year rise of 55% and making the RoK the second largest consumer of the products after China.

On social media, people in provinces and cities across the country enthusiastically responded to the call to paint their roof into a national flag to celebrate the 79th National Day of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2024).

More flexible policies will help create incentives to attract investors and unlock the potential for expanding the social housing sector in Vietnam.

In the context of rising US investment in Vietnam, Apple supplier 3M has established a new science and technology center in Hanoi, aiming to support the country’s burgeoning electronics industry.

Vietnam is grappling with challenges in accelerating public spending as a result of the ongoing anti-corruption campaign, which has led to indecision and delays, experts warned.

Professor Vo Tong Xuan, a leading figure in Vietnam’s agricultural sector and an esteemed educator, passed away on August 19th, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and dedication to the country’s development.

A few weeks ago, a representative from a Chinese investment fund approached several economists in Hanoi, requesting presentations for Chinese investors on Vietnam's macroeconomic situation and its policies for attracting FDI.

This year’s National Day holiday from September 2nd spans four days, and destinations in the Asia-Pacific region are proving most popular among Vietnamese travelers. Many domestic tourists are also showing a tendency to book last-minute tours.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed to issue an official dispatch asking for drastic efforts, the highest sense of responsibility and the engagement of the entire political system to speed up site clearance for national key transport projects.

Numerous textile and garment enterprises are intensifying efforts to green their production processes, aligning with environmental standards and regulations concerning product origin.

Efforts should be concentrated on enhancing students’ foreign language proficiency, in order to make English the second language in schools.

Starting August 1, 2024, three key laws - the 2024 Land Law, the amended Housing Law, and the amended Real Estate Business Law came into effect.

The Vietnamese national women's football team will train in Europe from September 1 to 15 as they strive to secure a spot at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup finals.

EQT Private Capital Asia has announced the acquisition of PropertyGuru, the parent company of Batdongsan.com.vn, for $1.1 billion, marking a significant move in the proptech industry.

Two-way trade turnover between Vietnam and China fetched US$112.2 billion in the past seven months, up 25% year on year.

Chairman Tran Sy Thanh of the Hanoi People’s Committee has called on the Prime Minister to implement special and breakthrough policies to fast-track the completion of more than 10 metro lines in the capital, stretching over 400 kilometers.