Rooftop solar power projects encounter many difficulties

Responding to the Government's policy of encouraging the development of solar power, many businesses across the country have invested in solar power. Ironically, many investors now have to worry about debts piling up.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 2

Over 6 million tonnes of rice exported in 10 months

Danish Crown Prince eager to discover Hanoi culture

Danish Crown Prince Frederick on November 1 took part in a wide range of activities to explore the traditional culture of Hanoi, during his ongoing visit to Vietnam.

Millon postpones auction of historical Vietnamese royal seal

French auction house Millon has rearranged the sale of King Minh Mang of the Nguyen Dynasty's gold seal for an auction set to take place on November 11 following an intervention by relevant Vietnamese agencies.

Foreign social networking services dominate nearly 70 percent of market share

Answering questions from deputies at the National Assembly session, Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung revealed that foreign social networking services dominate nearly 70% of the market share of online advertising revenue.

National Assembly deputy wants to fix ‘waste of responsibility’ by officials

National Assembly deputy Tran Huu Hau pointed out problems that lead to a "waste of responsibility’" during a recent National Assembly discussion on policies and laws on thrift and fighting waste.

Sugar industry targets to restore cane output

The domestic sugarcane and sugar industry expects to continue output growth with the 2022-23 crop thanks to the positive production performance and the tariff policy's efficiency for importing sugar.

Vietnam likely to observe blood moon lunar eclipse on November 8

Many people in Vietnam will enjoy a unique experience as they witness the second total lunar eclipse of the year that will transform the moon into a reddish-copper colour for 85 minutes on November 8.

Vietnam’s unemployment rate reported at 2.3%

Some 68.7% of 51.9 million people of working age are employed, not counting those in the informal sector, while the unemployment rate stays low at 2.3%, according to the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs.

VN determined to bring back imperial golden seal home

The Department of Cultural Heritage said that Vietnam is determined to bring back the rare and valuable imperial golden seal of the Nguyen Dynasty's Emperor Minh Mang home by mobilizing all resources.

Vietnamese movies to compete at 33rd Singapore International Film Festival

Three Vietnamese movies will compete at the 33rd Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) 2022 which is scheduled to take place on November 24- December 4.

EC recognises Vietnam's actions to rectify IUU fishing

The EC acknowledges Vietnam's efforts to limit IUU fishing, and over the next six months will continue evaluating IUU guidelines in the country.

Party leader’s China visit a success in all aspects: FM

The freshly-concluded visit to China by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong has helped enhance sentiments, political trust and mutual understanding between the two countries, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son has affirmed.

Land Law amendment necessary for country’s development: Deputy PM

The purpose of revising the law is to perfect the land-related legal system in line with the socialist-oriented market economic institution and international integration.

Narrowing the ‘gray zone’ for enterprises

In addition to using contributions from FIEs, it's now the time to develop the private sector quickly and sustainably, VCCI (Vietnam Confederation of Commerce and Industry) deputy secretary general Dau Anh Tuan has stated in an article on VietNamNet.

What are the salaries of Vietnamese ministers?

Under the current wage scheme, a new university graduate working at state agencies would be paid a base rate of VND3.5 million (US$140), which is only enough to pay rent for a room in Hanoi or HCM City.

Vietnamese youth earn big from live-shopping

Vietnam has about 200,000 content creators on social networks, including 50,000 full-time creators. Many of them earn hundreds of millions of VND each month.

Technology-product retailers open new shops

Cellphone S, FPT Shop, Shop Dunk and Di Dong Viet are rushing to open new stores in the year-end sale season.

The sweetness of Quang Ngai’s corn spring rolls

From a simple ingredient, corn, Quang Ngai’s locals have created delicious corn spring rolls (ram bap) with a crispy crust and sweet filling

17 general directorates cut; 500 officials rearranged

According to a report by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), 17 general directorates and their equivalent and 145 divisions under general directorates and ministries, and 90 percent of sections in departments, have been cut.

Artisan unmasks traditional craft

Over the years, the craft of carving ritual wooden masks has gradually been lost. A Yứk from Ia Chim Commune in Kon Tum City is among the few men in the land still pursuing the ancient craft of his ancestors.

A national treasure of Hanoi women’s painting by To Ngoc Van

The painting “Two Maidens and a Little Boy” by To Ngoc Van is a national treasure, depicting the worries of Hanoian women in the 1940s.

Hoa Binh: Attractive destination with friendly and hospitable people

Building and developing the culture and people of Hoa Binh to meet the requirements of sustainable development is identified by the Provincial People's Committee as an important task.

Party General Secretary wraps up China visit

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam arrived in Hanoi on November 1 evening, concluding a his official visit to China at the invitation of Party General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping.

Vietnam, China issue joint statement

Vietnam and China have issued a joint statement on continuing to promote and deepen the Vietnam-China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership on the occasion of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong’s official visit to China.