Tran Dinh Long's recovery: Will he cement his position among Vietnam's richest?

With Hoa Phat’s remarkable recovery in 2024, Tran Dinh Long’s fortune has doubled. Could this momentum push him to the top of Vietnam’s billionaire rankings?

Vietnam's airlines face hefty carbon credit costs amid Corsia participation

As Vietnam's airlines prepare to participate in the voluntary phase of the Corsia program, they face costs ranging from $4.6 million to $31 million for carbon credits. Will this lead to higher airfares?

Parking chaos in Hanoi: Residents call for action

With streets filled with parked cars, residents of Dam Trau in Hanoi face serious traffic issues and safety concerns, prompting them to set up barriers and call for urgent intervention.

Crowds flock to 'Roof of Yen Bai' for scenic cloud hunting and flower admiration

The peak of Ta Chi Nhu, known as the 'roof of Yen Bai,' is attracting a surge of visitors eager to hunt for clouds and admire the blooming chi pau flowers, creating a bustling atmosphere on the mountain.

Vietnam has about 20 billionaires: economist

The total assets of the 12 Vietnamese largest private business groups are estimated at $70 billion, which is only equal to the assets of one foreign corporation.

The story behind a polarising transfer

Two-time Vietnamese Golden Ball winner and national team star Nguyễn Hoàng Đức recently completed his transfer on October 8 from top tier Thể Công Viettel FC to V.League 2 outfit Phù Đổng Ninh Bình, to the surprise and chagrin of Vietnamese fans.

HCM City blanketed in thick fog, air pollution rises as fine dust levels spike

From morning until noon on October 16, many areas of Ho Chi Minh City were shrouded in thick fog, raising concerns over rising fine dust pollution. Prolonged exposure may lead to respiratory illnesses.

Vietnam News Headlines October 16/2024

HCM City to host international ArtTech event

VN’s bánh Tét recognised among top 100 tastiest world dishes by TasteAtlas

The round glutinous rice cake, locally known as bánh tét, has been recognised by TasteAtlas as one of the world top 100 tastiest dishes.

Many young people face mental health problems: psychologists

The number of young people with mental health problems is increasing and the problems are directly impacting their life and study quality, according to Pham Manh Ha from the Hanoi University of Education under Hanoi National University.

Second special week to popularise Japanese picture books

Initially, ehon, were specifically paintings drawn in woodblock prints published in the Edo and Meiji period.

Embassy assists after two Vietnamese fishermen missing at sea in Japan

The embassy representatives requested information from the Japanese police to facilitate their effort to protect citizens.

Human remains found in abandoned bar following deadly fire two years ago

The karaoke bar has been vacant since a devastating fire claimed the lives of 32 people in 2022.

The ‘formula’ to build 600 km of subway in Hanoi

TOD (Transit Oriented Development), an urban development model with public transport put at the center, is believed to be the key for Hanoi to build a railway network, increase land values, and develop new economic centers.

Four Vietnamese restaurants voted among Asia’s Top 25 list

Three representatives from Hanoi and one from Ho Chi Minh City have been voted among Asia’s 25 best fine dining restaurants by readers of the world's largest travel guidance platform TripAdvisor.

Vietnam to see biggest supermoon on October 17

Vietnamese astronomy lovers will be given the opportunity to witness the Hunter's Moon, the biggest supermoon of the year, due to take place at 18:26 p.m. on October 17.

Vietnam retains its 12th position in Asia Power Index 2024

Vietnam has retained its 12th position out of 27 countries and territories in the 2024 Asia Power Index which was recently compiled by the Lowy Institute, an independent think-tank based in Australia.

Vietnam likely to brace for more typhoons as La Nina appears

Meteorologists have warned that Vietnam would probably face more super typhoons in the coming months as El Nino has shifted to La Nina which is anticipated to make the stormy season this year more complicated.

Vietnam Business News October 16/2024

Shrimp exports bring home nearly 2.8 billion USD in nine months

Da Nang’s $30.2mil resort project stalled & abandoned along pristine coastline

Despite its prime location on one of Da Nang’s most beautiful coastal roads, the $30.2 million Aria Da Nang Hotel & Resort project has been left incomplete and abandoned.

New regulations on foreign indirect investment in Vietnam drafted

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is drafting a circular to better manage foreign investment protocols and hopefully make them speedier.

Property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering: SBV

Vietnam’s property sector remains vulnerable to money laundering with the risks high in the sector, according to the latest report by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Vietnam is the most improved place to do business: EIU

Vietnam improved its business environment the most over the past two decades, according to a recent analysis by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

VN's wedding tourism need be professionalised

The Destination Wedding Global Market Report 2023 indicates that the global wedding market has been experiencing impressive growth at approximately 32.8% annually.

Renowned Vietnamese literary works to be translated into Pakistani language

The Pakistan Academy of Letters will translate “Truyen Kieu” (The Tale of Kieu) by legendary poet Nguyen Du and “Nhat Ky Trong Tu” (Prison Diary) by late President Ho Chi Minh into Urdu – the national language of Pakistan.