ASEAN officially kicks off 40th, 41st summits in Phnom Penh

The 40th and 41st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summits officially kicked off in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on November 11 morning.

Enterprises urged to get prepared for crisis

Establishing value chains which were resilient to external shocks would be an important factor for enterprises to enhance their adaptability to crisis.

Demand for more data centers raises need for more electricity sources

The global data center market has great potential as many countries are accelerating digital transformation.

2023 Tet holiday: no bonuses for thousands of workers

The layoff campaign occurring two months before the New Year holiday (Tet) has dealt a strong blow to many workers.

Production gaining big momentum

Though massive difficulties are lingering, Vietnam’s industrial production has continued its uptrend, with an expansion in demands for vital inputs in service of business and production activities – but risks lying ahead.

Youngest candidate for professor title: 'I worked hard to escape poverty'

Dr Le Van Canh, 43, vice rector of International University under HCM City National University, is the youngest candidate for the professor title this year.

Paragliding over golden rice terrace fields in Northern Vietnam

Paragliding over golden rice terrace fields has been launched in Binh Lieu, a mountainous district in northern Quang Ninh province, bringing an unforgettable experience for visitors to enjoy.

Acclaimed writer Le Luu dies aged 81

Veteran writer Le Luu, author of many acclaimed novels in Vietnamese literature, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 81 after prolonged illness.

Central banks brace after new Fed move

Central banks across the globe have announced their recent rate hike in a bid to tame inflation, but market watchdogs predict that the tempo of rate rises is starting to slow down.

Quang Ngai beach severely polluted

A 300-metre beach in the central province of Quang Ngai is being covered with rubbish after recent storms.

Vietnam ranks 76/193 countries in online service index

Vietnam ranks 76th over 193 countries in terms of the online service index in the United Nations’ assessment, up five places compared to 2020.

2022 ASEAN Biodiversity Heroes awarded

The 2022 ASEAN Biodiversity Heroes Awards have been presented to nine individuals whose efforts and advocacies created impact in their respective countries.

Health sector ordered to solve drugs, medical supplies shortages

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered the Ministry of Health to find solutions to the shortages of drugs and medical supplies that have been plaguing the sector recently at a meeting with 63 provinces and cities.

Absence of Chinese tourists affects global tourism industry

According to the Telegraph, although only 7% of the country's population has a passport, Chinese tourists made 150 million trips abroad in 2018 and 154 million trips in 2019.

Workers’ Tet holiday may last one month

Many businesses plan to give their employees the longest possible 2023 Lunar New Year holiday. Some companies even plan to give workers nearly a month off because there are fewer jobs.

Many hotels in Da Nang are up for sale

As business remains sluggish because tourism has not fully recovered, owners of many hotels in Da Nang have put their property up for sale to pay loans and cut losses.

More luxury fashion brands land in Hanoi

Despite the pandemic which forced people to tighten their belts, luxury goods have still sold well. This has prompted luxury fashion brands to open more stores in Hanoi.

Phu Thuong’s soft and fragrant steamed sticky rice

A local artisan keeps the family secret of making a Hanoi’s specialty, the Phu Thuong steamed sticky rice.

China and Vietnam to strengthen supply chain

China is greatly interested in strengthening strategic development ties with Vietnam, improve connectivity between the two countries and build a sustainable supply chain.

National detailed seaport plan needs VND382 trillion for investment

The Vietnam Maritime Administration has just submitted a national detailed seaport plan for 2021-2030 with a vision to 2050 to the Ministry of Transport.

Hospitals in HCM City struggling due to lack of medicine

Many hospitals and clinics in Ho Chi Minh City have lately struggled to obtain sufficient medicines and medical equipment.

Vietnamese PM joins first activities of ASEAN Summits

PM Pham Minh Chinh and leaders of ASEAN member states attended Interfaces with representatives of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly, ASEAN Youth Organisation and ASEAN Business Advisory Council in Phnom Penh on November 10.

PM Pham Minh Chinh meets Lao, Philippine leaders, Brunei Sultan in Cambodia

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 10 met with Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos and Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei on the sidelines of ASEAN Summits in Phnom Penh.

100 best working places in Vietnam in 2022 unveiled

Abbott Laboratories GmbH, Nestlé Vietnam, Vietcombank, and Viettel Group top the list of Vietnam’s 100 best places to work in 2022, according to a survey conducted by Anphabe Company and released in Ho Chi Minh City on November 9.

Vietnam Stock Exchange applies for WFE membership

The Vietnam Stock Exchange (VNX) has applied for membership of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) in replacement of the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HOSE).