2022 trade surplus estimated at US$1 billion

Vietnam is likely to produce a trade surplus of US$1 billion in 2022 – a record low figure compared to the previous years, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).

Gas treatment pipeline explosion injures 34 in Bac Ninh

The explosion happened at around 9am at the gas treatment pipeline at the third floor of the company.

Ornamental fish exporters struggling to revive

Though Vietnam has risen to one of the world’s top 20 ornamental fish exporters, the sector is still struggling to recover post-pandemic due to rising shipping costs.

Legal basis for corporate bond issuance important for real estate sector

Building a solid and long-term legal basis for corporate bond issuance is an urgent solution to build a capital market for the real estate sector.

Vietnamese naval ship begins visit to Indonesia

Naval ship HQ 012-Ly Thai To of Brigade 162 of the Naval Region 4 arrived in Batu Ampar port of Indonesia on August 29, beginning its visit, exchange and joint drill with the Indonesian Navy.

HCM City developing data management strategy

HCM City is coordinating with the World Bank to develop a data management strategy, aiming to help it better cultivate data for governance works, said Vo Thi Trung Trinh, Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Information and Communications.

HCM City tops nation in FDI attraction in first eight months

Ho Chi Minh City topped the country in foreign direct investment (FDI) attraction in the first eight months of 2022, accounting for 16.1% of the national figure, according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment’s Foreign Investment Agency (FIA).

HCM City museum sparkles with ancient jade

A collection of ancient jade has been put on public display at an exhibition that opened at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History on August 30.

Removing land price table to prevent real estate overheating

Removal of the land price framework issued by the Government will make the market more transparent and prevent real estate from skyrocketing.

Moc Chau Plateau’s very own white silk

Ban Vat Waterfall, also known as Dai Yem Waterfall, is blessed by Mother Nature with a majestic beauty.

Banh beo cake: Offering diners love at first bite

Whether at a roadside eatery or a luxury restaurant, the Binh Dinh bloating fern-shaped cake (banh beo) has conquered the hearts and palates of diners with its simple yet unique taste.

Global inflation poses challenges to Vietnam's exports

Inflation in many developed economies has led to a sharp decline in the demand for many of Vietnam’s export products.

Slovakia set to recognize Vietnamese community as the 14th ethnic minority

The Vietnamese community in Slovakia being recognized as the 14th ethnic minority is a testament to the active role and ability of the Vietnamese community to integrate deeply when studying and working abroad.

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Car imports hit eight-month record high

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Foreign diplomats congratulate Vietnam on National Day

Vietnam's textile-garment exports forecast to achieve US$45 billion this year: VITAS

Vietnam's export turnover of textiles and garments has reached US$40.4 billion in 2021, and is expected to increase to $45 billion by the end of 2022, said Mr. Truong Van Cam, Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Textile & Apparel Association (VITAS).

Vietnam placed fourth at 2022 Asian Women's Volleyball Cup

The Vietnamese team finished in fourth place in the 2022 Asian Women's Volleyball Cup after losing 3-0 to Thailand in the third-placed match held on August 29 in the Philippines.

US$1.5 billion value of Bach Hoa Xanh chain is inaccurate figure: Mobile World

Mobile World Investment Joint Stock Company has stated that information posted on August 24-25 on a number of foreign and Vietnamese news sites about its Bach Hoa Xanh chain is inaccurate.

China: "fertile" market for Vietnamese seafood

According to VASEP, consumer demand for seafood in the Chinese market is increasing but domestic seafood supply is facing a shortage, which has led to an increase in seafood imports in recent years.

Vietnam's instant noodle market grows 20% per year

Instant noodle consumption of Vietnamese has steadily increased from 55 servings in 2019 to 72 servings in 2020 and 87 servings in 2021.

Vietnamese tourists prefer 5-star India tours

Indian tourism has many advantages to attract Vietnamese tourists compared with Japan, South Korea and China, including an e-visa policy, simple immigration procedures, and a large number of direct flights.

Vietnam imposes anti-dumping tariffs on welding materials from three nations

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has decided to impose anti-dumping tariffs of 11.43% to 36.56% on several welding materials originating in Malaysia, Thailand and China.

HCM City on high alert of possible COVID-19 outbreak

The HCM City Health Department has required all hospitals, medical centres and facilities to step up action to prevent a possible COVID-19 outbreak as the city has recorded a recent surge in cases, including severe cases requiring hospitalisation.

Vietnam boosts FDI attraction in automotive industry

Vietnam will move to attract large enterprises and corporations with high technology, said Nguyen Anh Tuan, deputy director of the Ministry of Planning and Investment's Foreign Investment Agency.

Hanoi builds a roadmap for evaluating motorcycle emissions

Hanoi plans to limit motorcycles failing to meet emission standards in certain areas and consider charging vehicles for their emissions.