Metro Nhon - Hanoi Station ready for public service from August 9

The Nhon - Hanoi Station metro line, part of Hanoi's urban railway project, is set to begin commercial operations on August 9, following several delays.

HCM City Police bust major prostitution ring targeting foreigners

Ho Chi Minh City police have dismantled a prostitution ring operating under the guise of a restaurant, catering primarily to foreigners.

PM approves $830 million investment for HCM City - Moc Bai expressway

The Prime Minister has approved the investment policy for the Ho Chi Minh City - Moc Bai Expressway, a major infrastructure project aimed at enhancing transportation connectivity in southern Vietnam.

Australian Ambassador addresses visa delays for Vietnamese students

Amid growing concerns among Vietnamese students about delays in obtaining visas to study in Australia, Australian Ambassador Andrew Goledzinowski has provided insights into the issue.

TOD pilot projects in HCM City still on paper after a year

The implementation of the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) model in Ho Chi Minh City, as permitted by Resolution 98, aims to address urgent urban traffic issues and relieve urban space congestion.

Vietnam braces for heavy rainfall and flooding as La Nina begins

As La Nina prepares to make its presence felt from late August, experts predict that northern Vietnam may experience higher-than-average rainfall in September.

Mu Cang Chai praised as a surreal beauty by international media

Renowned travel site Wanderlust Storytellers recently recognized Mu Cang Chai, Vietnam, as the top destination in its list of 25 places with surreal beauty worldwide.

Vo Le Que Anh crowned Miss Grand Vietnam 2024

Vo Le Que Anh has been crowned Miss Grand Vietnam 2024 after a spectacular final night in Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province.

Party Central Committee decides on personnel changes in 13th tenure

On August 3, 2024, the Party Central Committee convened in Hanoi to address personnel matters within its 13th tenure.

Vietnam's 2024 amnesty decision announced

On August 2, the Office of the President, in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Supreme People's Court, held a press conference to announce the 2024 presidential pardon decision.

Shrek: The musical returns with a national tour in Vietnam

On the evening of August 2, the "Shrek: On National Tour" performance at the National Convention Center dazzled audiences with its stunning visuals and vibrant music.

Trinh Thu Vinh misses medal but shines at Paris 2024

Trinh Thu Vinh, a determined athlete at the Paris 2024 Olympics, expressed her gratitude to fans and officials for their support despite not securing a medal.

Personnel preparations for 14th Party Congress is Party Chief To Lam's priority

General Secretary To Lam, after assuming his new role, has prioritized preparing for the 14th Party Congress, emphasizing the need for a strong leadership team to achieve national goals.

Vietnam welcomes over 250 experts at AMES 2024

For the first time, Vietnam is hosting the Asian Meeting of the Econometric Society (AMES) 2024, an event bringing together over 250 experts and scholars from more than 40 countries.

Low-emission rice farming brings higher profits, cash bonuses

Completing harvesting recently, many farmers in Can Tho City have been offered cash bonuses for growing low-emission rice in accordance with the ‘one must, five reductions’ cultivation package.

Land prices set by local authorities lower than market prices

HOREA (HCM City Real Estate Association) Chair Le Hoang Chau says a big gap still exists between prices announced by local authorities and market prices, though authorities have raised prices within the land price framework.

VN’s tech firms ready to partner with South Korea in digital transformation

Vietnamese IT firms are ready to act as partners with South Korean businesses in digital transformation because the South Korean IT outsourcing market is now valued at $600 billion and expected to be $800 billion by 2028.

School librarians tired of waiting for proper payment

The delay and inconsistency in applying regulations have left many librarians struggling financially and professionally.

Northern Vietnam warned about severe flooding as river water levels swell up

Heavy rain has over the past days has triggered water levels of major rivers in northern Vietnam to swell up quickly, threatening to flood low-lying areas and impact people’s livelihood.

Seven-month seafood exports bring back US$5.3 billion

Vietnam raked in US$5.3 billion from exporting aquatic products during the first seven months of the year, up 7% year on year, reported the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).

Police smash transnational criminal gang in southern Vietnam

Five Vietnamese people have been arrested for getting involved in a transnational criminal gang with the virtually transacted amount of approximately USDT1.1 billion, said the police of Tay Ninh province in southern Vietnam, on August 2.

New bookstore aims to introduce Vietnamese literature to the world

A new foreign-language bookstore has been opened in Hanoi, opening the door to other literatures in the world for any true bookworm.

RoK’s aerospace company recruits 50 Vietnamese workers

Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd (KAI) on August 2 announced the recruitment of 50 Vietnamese workers for small and medium-sized partners through GAET, a public enterprise under the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defence.

VN, Korean firms see high potential for collaboration in IT/semiconductors

The survey results were released to business leaders on August 1. The survey was carried out directly at the RoK - Vietnam Business Forum held on July 1 as part of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s visit to the RoK.

HCM City rolls out red carpet for Hong Kong investors: Official

Ho Chi Minh City welcomes and stands ready to create favourable conditions for partners and investors from Hong Kong (China) to carry out projects and do business the southern largest economic hub.