Vietnamese Foreign Minister and EC Vice President explore art and culture

After a productive meeting, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and EC Vice President Josep Borrell Fontelles enjoyed coffee and explored renowned Vietnamese artworks at the Vietnam National Museum of Fine Arts.

Unique wedding dress made from 2,000 origami flowers by Vietnamese designer

In his latest bridal collection, designer Huy Tran introduces a one-of-a-kind wedding dress embellished with more than 2,000 origami flowers, highlighting meticulous craftsmanship and innovative design.

nTrust App launched to fight online scams in Vietnam

The National Cybersecurity Association has launched the nTrust app, allowing Vietnamese citizens to download and use this free tool to protect their phones and join the community against fraud.

Prime Minister calls for immediate resolution of development barriers

In a meeting on July 30, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized the urgency of resolving development bottlenecks and called for significant legal reforms to facilitate growth.

District 7 set to open first commercial and culinary street in Ho Chi Minh City

The first food and commerce street in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, is set to open on August 30, as part of a pilot project to develop the night-time economy and tourism.

Outstanding loans soar, SBV pursues flexible monetary policy

After two months of negative growth, credit began increasing again in March and gained a 6 percent growth rate by the end of June.

Foreign journalist’s thrilling and perilous motorbike journey through Ha Giang

On her latest visit to Vietnam, Insider journalist Hannah Shewan Stevens chose to tackle the breathtaking yet treacherous roads of Ha Giang by motorbike, resulting in a tense moment on a sharp curve.

Why did Chinese automaker BYD do a U-turn in Vietnam?

BYD's latest move shows that it just wants to sell products in the Vietnamese market rather than set up a factory and make a long term investment here.

Car imports on the rise despite low demand

Vietnamese firms imported 91,585 completely-built-up (CBU) cars worth nearly US$1.89 billion in the first seven months of the year, up 90.4% in volume and 54.8% in value year on year, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

Search volume of Australian travelers for Vietnam increases

The latest data released by digital travel platform Agoda has revealed that the number of searches made for Vietnamese destinations by Australians between June 6 and June 24 increased 26% compared to the same period last year.

Chinese tire manufacturer Sailun to raise investment in Vietnam to US$1.7 bln

Chinese tire manufacturer Sailun is planning to pour an additional US$200 million into Vietnam, raising its total investment in the country to US$1.7 billion.

Traffic accidents claim 6,204 lives between January and July

As many as 14,242 traffic accidents occurred nationwide during the first seven months of the year, killing 6,204 people and injuring 10,976 others, reported the National Traffic Safety Committee.

World-renowned orchestra to perform in Vietnam this August

French orchestra Les Musiciens du Louvre is scheduled to hold events at the Ho Guom Opera House in downtown Hanoi on August 23 - 24 as part of the The Mozart Concert programme themed 'Bei Momenti' (Beautiful Moment).

Vietnam’s e-commerce market size to hit US$30 billion this year

E-commerce sales in Vietnam are likely to surpass the US$30 billion mark by the end of 2024 thanks to local growing consumer trends that help drive up online sales via e-platforms, said delegates at a meeting in Ho Chi Minh City on July 29.

Chinese Hong Kong chief executive Lee Ka-chiu to visit Vietnam

Chief Executive of China’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Lee Ka-chiu will pay a working visit to Vietnam from July 31 to August 2.

Navy vessel Le Quy Don calls at Brunei port for working visit

Sailing vessel HQ 286 - Le Quy Don of the Vietnam People’s Navy arrived at Port of Muara of Brunei on July 29, beginning a working visit and exchange programme with the Royal Brunei Navy.

Vietnam thanks global community for condolences over Party chief's passing

Vietnam has sent letters and messages to leaders of countries, international organisations, political parties and international friends to express gratitude for their heartfelt condolences over the passing of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Vietnam wins big at International Chemistry Olympiad 2024

Four local students claimed three golds and one silver medal at the 56th International Chemistry Olympiad (ICHO), which has recently been taking place in Saudi Arabia.

Coal mine accident kills five in Vietnam

Five workers have been killed in a coal mine accident in Vietnam's north-eastern province of Quang Ninh, local authorities said on July 30.

Vietnam enjoys over 14 billion USD trade surplus in seven months

Vietnam recorded a trade surplus of 14.08 billion USD in the first seven months of this year, the General Statistics Office announced on July 29.

Consumer price index up 4.12% in seven months

Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) in the January – July period inched up 4.12% from the same time last year, mostly due to increases in tuition fees, healthcare services, housing costs and prices of power, water, fuels and building materials.

Hanoi promises most enabling environment for large investors

The Hanoi People’s Committee recently issued a document requesting local authorities make stronger moves to improve the quality and efficiency of foreign direct investment (FDI) promotion, attraction, and management.

Da Nang accelerates investment procedures for new industrial parks

Authorities of the central city of Da Nang are working hard to complete procedures and planning documents for investing in three new industrial parks (IPs), including the second phase of Hoa Cam IP, the Hoa Ninh IP and the Hoa Nhon IP.

Hanoi Int'l Film Festival to be meeting place for domestic, global filmmakers

The 7th Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF), slated for November 7- 11, will be a much-expected gathering for Vietnamese and global film teams, allowing them to exchange ideas and cooperate.

Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line missed deadline again

Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line has missed the deadline for its elevated section again, after failing to go into commercial operation on July 28.