The Luy Thay (Master rampart) system must have been an imposing structure 400 years ago.

The US dollar is said to be overheated on the black market because of price manipulation by domestic gold dealers trying to keep prices of the precious metal high.

The governments of 31 provinces and cities

Russia's state prosecutor had asked a district court here to jail the former owners of Yukos oil company and Menatep bank for a further 14 years

Former Moscow mayor Yuri Luzhkov sacked by President Dimitry Medvedev in September received three million rubles (97,770 U.S. dollars) as dismissal pay

The United States believes that Kashmir is an ultimate issue that has to be resolved between India and Pakistan, U.S. State Department spokesman Philip Crowley said

Starting this December, locals and tourists will have a chance to experience a cultural show organized by the Xin Chao Art performance Co. Ltd, featuring cultural traits of Vietnam to attract tourists.

Despite a significant growth rate of 20-25 per cent annually over the past decade, Viet Nam's IT industry still faces several challenges

Incham hosts workshop on Vietnam economic outlook; Gold declines to VND32.8 million; Contract signed for Lao Cai plant

Project promotes ‘green' offices; Frozen wild animals found, elephant slashed for tusks; NA to impose environment tax on plastic bags   

NA Finance and Budget Committee member Tran Van spoke to Thoi bao Kinh te Viet Nam about public debt which is expected to exceed 50 per cent of GDP next year

Highway No 5 connecting Hai Phong Port and Ha Noi has been dubbed a death trap following a spate of traffic accidents over the last two years.

A detailed plan is being developed to move Ha Noi hospitals to outer suburbs as part of the capital's construction plans

HCMC: hi-tech industry popular with investors; VNPT shortlisted for Broadband Awards; Facebook looks to grow Vietnam presence

The progress of public administration reform in Viet Nam during the past 10 years was slower than it should be and had not reached the initial overall goal

Brothers Bui Ngoc Vinh, 43, and Bui Ngoc Khanh, 40, from the central city of Hue are called “Kings of Chili” because they can eat a kilo of chili within ten minutes, apply chilli into their eyes or soak themselves in chili water.

Local and international investors have been asked to take part in seaport projects under the public-private-partnership (PPP) form

The skipper of a small Dutch ferry capsized after a collision with a German freighter near Amsterdam Friday may be the only victim, according to local police.

VietNamNet Bridge – Some countries are ready to purchase rice at high prices. However, Vietnamese exporters have no more rice to sell.

A massive drill aimed at enhancing the preparedness for a possible major quake took place in California on Thursday, with the participation of millions of residents from across the state.

VietNamNet Bridge – The traditional practice of taking pilgrimages in Vietnam has become a popular tourism product. The stillness of sacred places brings the focus back to the rudiments of life, . . .

State Vice President Doan arrives in Switzerland; PM receives RoK gender equality minister; Russia, Vietnam strengthen strategic partnership; Filipino President to visit; PM welcomes head of US Foreign Relations group

Journalist to be prosecuted; Viet Nam, EU exchange views on human rights; $8.2m-link road to be built; Vietnam listed among nations hardest hit by climate change; VietnamPlus, Siemens announce green-tech award

The World Trade Organisation on Wednesday began adjudicating the case involving Viet Nam's suit against the US for imposing anti-dumping duties on frozen shrimp imported from Viet Nam.

Asia remains firmly in the lead of the global economic recovery and strong growth in the region is set to continue, according to a report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Thursday.