Oktoberfest set to return to Hà Nội and HCM City

One of the most exciting German cultural festivals in VN, the GBA Oktoberfest, is set to return to Hanoi and HCM City after two years of intermission due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

On-site auctions – prospects for Vietnam’s painting market

The recent organisation of a non-selling painting exhibition in Vietnam by Sotheby’s - the world’s largest, most trusted and dynamic marketplace for art and luxury – has demonstrated prospects of this art market.

Vietnam to receive 8.4 million Covid doses in Sept

The Ministry of Health has announced that 8.4 million doses of the Pfizer and AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccines would be shipped to Vietnam next month as it targets to have 90% of the population getting the third shots.

Paper industry expects to maintain high growth momentum

The domestic paper industry has achieved good growth in the past five years and expects to maintain the momentum until 2025 driven by demand for tissue and packaging paper, according to the industry business group.

EU may be answer to shrinking bean share

With Europeans seemingly loving Vietnamese coffee beans, businesses are struggling to increase exports to this important market that would bring much growth to the industry.

HCM City demands performing artists need permission to travel overseas

Artists in HCM City are banned from travelling abroad without being approved by their management agency.

Quang Ninh vice chairman disciplined for alleged involvement in Viet A case

Pham Van Thanh, vice chairman of the People’s Committee of Quang Ninh Province, has received a warning for his shortcomings related to the case of Viet A Covid test kits when he was leader of Dong Trieu Town in the province.

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An Giang to host hot air balloon festival on National Day

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Vietnam's exports to CPTPP members amount to US$31 billion

Offshore wind future in balance for Vietnam

The long-awaited Power Development Plan VIII is set to target the development of about 7GW of offshore wind power in Vietnam. However, both investors and localities are waiting for a clearer roadmap.

Vietnam finding ways to change prejudices on blockchain technology

Due to various misunderstandings about the blockchain technology in Vietnam, it cannot enjoy sufficient investment and development boosts.

Ama H’mai museum provides an insight into life of Central Highlanders

Located in Kmrong Prong B village in Ea Tu commune, Buon Ma Thuot city, Dak Lak province, Ama H’Mai museum provides visitors with an insight into the life of Central Highlanders.

Anti-dumping tax will support sugar industry

The anti-dumping tax on sugar is set to be applied soon which will help sugarcane businesses sell goods and make profits.

Local produce not sold in large supermarkets

Even when the price of petrol fell recently, the prices of many essential items continued to remain high.

Vietnam spent $50 billion importing computers, electronic products, and components

Computers, electronic products, and components were the leading import items by turnover in the first seven months of 2022.

Gamers self-learning strategies for play-to-win growth

While the play-to-earn gaming market in Vietnam is demonstrating strong growth momentum, a sustainable funding style and a symbiotic ecosystem of rewards for both investors and developers will be required to help bring it to the mainstream.

Le Loi pedestrian street in HCM City proposed

The People's Committee of District 1 said the Le Loi pedestrian street will help attract tourists and develop the local economy.

M&A in banking industry expected to stay high in H2

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the banking industry are expected to remain high for the rest of the year as the industry continues the digital transformation process, according to experts.

Cat Ba Island, the ’pearl’ of the north for tourists

The dramatic landscapes are characterised by limestone boulders, coral reefs, mangrove forests, lagoons, beaches, and willow swamp forests. UNESCO has recognised the archipelago as a World Biosphere Reserve.

Vietnam attracts nearly 16.8 bln USD in FDI in eight months

Vietnam raked in nearly 16.8 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) as of August 20, down 12.3% year-on-year, according to the Foreign Investment Agency (FIA) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment.

Hanoi in autumn praised by CNN as top romantic destination

CNN Travel recently praised Hanoi as one of the world's top romantic destinations in autumn.

Vietnam's negotiations to buy TV rights for World Cup 2022 are 'frozen'

Vietnamese negotiators for the television rights of the 2022 World Cup and the partner have not yet reached agreement on a price.

HAGL Group Chairman extends contract with Kiatisuk for 3 more years

Kiatisuk's contract with HAGL expires after the 2022 football season. Boss Duc has made moves to keep "Zico Thai" with his team.

Vietnam's seafood industry needs to adapt to market trends

After being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and fluctuations in inflation, the demand and trends of seafood consumption in many markets have changed, necessitating that Vietnamese seafood enterprises must adapt to these market trends, experts said.

Vietnam’s rare chicken species

Vietnam has tiny ornamental chickens and extremely rare chicken species which in the past were offered to kings as a tribute.