Vietnamese premium rice enters Canadian market

KD Trading, a logistic company run by two Vietnamese-Canadians, has become the sole partner to distribute ST25 rice (Mr. Cua's rice) in the Canadian market.

No pre-funding required for foreign institutional investors to buy VN stocks

Foreign institutional investors are allowed to buy Vietnamese stocks without having enough money at the time of purchase from November 2 under Circular No.68/2024/TT-BTC recently issued by the Ministry of Finance.

Vietnam commits to joint effort for resilient, water-secure Southeast Asia

Vietnam is dedicated to advancing shared goals for a resilient and water-secure Southeast Asia, said Nguyen Thi Thu Linh, Director General of Vietnam National Mekong Committee as she attended a regional dialogue on water security on September 18.

Vietnam ranked in leading group of cybersecurity countries

Vietnam continues to be among the countries with the highest overall cybersecurity index score in the fifth Global Cybersecurity Index.

Vietnam supports UNGA's resolution regarding occupied Palestinian territories

Vietnam respects and supports the ICJ in fulfilling its tasks, including providing advisory opinions.

Banks discuss measures to support typhoon-affected customers

Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Dao Minh Tu has urged credit institutions to evaluate the impacts of typhoon Yagi and classify affected customers eligible for support programmes.

Data marketplace: transparency and security are top priorities

Ensuring transparency and security are top priorities in the formation of a data marketplace, experts have said.

Credit rating progresses to achieving 'Investment' rating

Vietnam's national credit rating is making significant strides toward achieving the official 'Investment' ranking.

Tourism sector in northern region speeds up post-typhoon recovery

Typhoon Yagi has caused severe damage in many provinces and cities in the northern region, including major tourist centres such as Hanoi, Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, and Sa Pa (Lao Cai).

Over 400 eco-industrial zones recorded nationwide

A survey conducted by the real estate agency Savills Vietnam reveals that the country now has more than 400 eco-industrial zones, with the demand for this segment expected to grow in the future.

Nine-day Lunar New Year break approved for 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs has agreed to a proposal from the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs, granting a 9-day break for the 2025 Lunar New Year, from January 25 to February 2.

iPhone 16 series pre-orders open in VN today, delivery scheduled for Sept. 27

Apple officially opened pre-orders for the iPhone 16 series in Vietnam at midnight on September 20, with shipments expected by September 27. Local authorized stores are providing additional incentives to customers.

HCM City implements sidewalk leasing fees, initiates massive tree replacement

In a recent press conference, Ho Chi Minh City officials announced the implementation of sidewalk leasing fees amounting to VND 2 billion and the replacement of thousands of green trees to address safety concerns.

VN Party Chief, President to attend high-level UN sessions for the first time

In a historic first, Vietnam's General Secretary and President To Lam is set to attend high-level sessions at the United Nations General Assembly, marking a significant step in the country's international diplomacy.

After earning $1.3bil., Vietnam's catfish industry celebrates US market gains

Despite a 20-year anti-dumping case, U.S. authorities have preliminarily determined that several Vietnamese catfish exporters are not dumping, marking significant progress for the industry.

Miss Cosmo 2024 contestants dazzle in national costume show

Despite heavy rain in Ninh Binh province, the contestants of Miss Cosmo 2024 delivered spectacular performances during the national costume competition.

Four Vietnamese dishes featuring ginger ranked among the world’s best

In a recent survey by Taste Atlas, four Vietnamese dishes containing ginger have been named among the world’s top culinary delights. Phở gà, bánh trôi nước, phở trộn, and gà luộc stand out for their exquisite flavors and cultural importance.

High tech is the answer in price competition with rivals

As cross-border competition is always fierce, domestic enterprises need to use high technology to win the price war.

MetaHub Finance suspected of committing fraud, violating laws

Blockchain project MetaHub Finance, which has up to 20 levels, while most models with seven levels or higher are considered fraudulent, mobilizes capital in Vietnam in tokens, which is illegal in the country.

Music gives albino twins in Ha Tinh a reason to live

“You are both angels, so you are marked by God for easier recognition” is the saying that touches the souls of the albino twins Chau Xuan Huy and Chau Xuan Hung, born in 2000 in Ha Tinh province.

South Korean Tourists delight in Nha Trang resort, regret not staying longer

Staying in a $750-per-night villa at a luxurious Nha Trang resort, South Korean newlyweds Ikkyun and Hanseul expressed their delight with the experience but wished they could have extended their stay to savor more of the serene environment.

Vietnam among Top 10 global travel destinations in Flight Centre survey

In a recent survey conducted by Flight Centre, Vietnam emerged as one of the top 10 countries favored by global travelers. VN's diverse landscapes, UNESCO heritage sites, and vibrant culinary scene have significantly contributed to its high rankings.

Vietnam falls out of FIFA Top 100 after recent matches

The Vietnamese national football team has fallen out of FIFA’s top 100 rankings, dropping to 116th place after recent defeats in the LPBank Cup friendly matches against Russia and Thailand.

Party Chief, President To Lam to address Future Summit and UN General Assembly

Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam is set to deliver important speeches at the Future Summit and the 79th United Nations General Assembly, followed by high-level bilateral meetings with leaders from the United States and Cuba.

Severe storm causes torrential rain in Ha Tinh-Quang Tri, urgent flood warnings

Typhoon Soulik made landfall in Quang Binh and Quang Tri on September 19, bringing intense rainfall that has led to severe flood and landslide warnings in Ha Tinh and Quang Tri, with 73 communes at high risk.