Well-known Indian folk dance troupe to perform in Vietnam

The Pratibha Kala Kendra folk dance group of India will go on a tour of the nation from March 26 to March 31, according to details given by the Ministry of India in Vietnam.

Vietnam receives US$51.5 million in emission reduction payments

Vietnam has received a US$51.5 million payment for verified emissions reductions for reducing deforestation and forest degradation (REDD+) and for enhancing carbon stored in forests through reforestation and afforestation.

Aquabike world championship to come Vietnam for first time

More than 60 racers from 26 countries and territories in the world will compete at the UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship in Thi Nai lagoon, Quy Nhon city, central province of Binh Dinh, from March 22-24.

14th Francophone film festival to hit VN's big cities

Film lovers will be able to travel across Europe, Asia and North America on the big screen and discover the richness and cultural and linguistic diversity of the French-speaking world.

Diverse activities to be held at Amazing Binh Dinh Fest Week 2024

A wide range of cultural, sporting, culinary, and art activities will take place at the Amazing Binh Dinh Fest 2024 Week which will run from March 22 to March 31 in the southcentral province of Binh Dinh.

Cloud computing market could reach $1 billion in value

Analysts believe the value of the cloud computing market in Vietnam will reach $1.2 billion by 2030 thanks to increased demand.

Asian shuttlecock kicking event to land in Vietnam in August

Last year, nine countries and regions took part in the competition. Việt Nam successfully topped the overall rankings with six titles in the men’s and women’s singles and doubles, mixed doubles and men’s team events.

Vietnam, US offer training on sustainable rare earth development

The Vietnam Geological Department (VGD) and the US Department of State's Bureau of Energy Resources partnered to host a technical training session on economic geology and mineral resource reserve valuation methods in Hanoi on March 21.

Hong Kong prioritises granting visas to Vietnamese skilled workers, tourists

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China received 132 applications for working visas from Vietnam, Laos, and Nepal as of February 29 after it opened its visa programme for skilled workers from these countries on October 25 last year

Vietnamese earn $1.2 billion profit from cryptocurrency trade: report

Vietnamese crypto players earned $1.18 billion in 2023 from Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, the third highest level after the US and the UK, according to a report from Chainalysis, a New York-based blockchain data analysis firm.

MoIC revokes business licenses of 30 postal enterprises

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MoIC) issued a decision to revoke business licenses of 30 enterprises in the capital city of Hanoi failing to comply with the regulations on postal service supply activities.

Vietnam jumps 11 steps in World Happiness Report 2024

Vietnam has climbed 11 steps from 75th in the previous year’s ranking to 54th in the World Happiness Report 2024.

Vietnam trounces Tajikistan in friendly match ahead of Asian Cup finals

The Vietnamese national men’s U23 football team enjoyed a 1-0 away victory in a friendly match played against Tajikistan on March 20 as they prepare for the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U23 Asian Cup's final round.

Big names to join Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival

Several major foreign names operating in the film industry will attend the second version of the Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival (HIFF 2024), which is scheduled to take place from April 6 to April 13, organisers have said.

Ten outstanding young figures in 2023 announced

Winners of the Vietnam Outstanding Young Faces Award 2023 have been announced recently by the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee.

Vice State President now Acting President

Mme. Vo Thi Anh Xuan, Vice State President, assumes the position of Acting President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam from March 21, 2024, until the National Assembly elects a new President.

Vietnam Business News March 21/2024

Lobster exports soar 18-fold in two months

Vietnam FesTrival Binh Thuan to take place on March 22-24

The first category features a 1.9km swim, a 90km cycle and a 21.1km run and the second a 950m swim, a 45km cycle and a 10.55km run.

Argentina keen to soon open direct air route to Vietnam

Vietnam and Argentina have discussed a draft proposal to establish a direct air route between Vietnam and Argentina and many other important contents such as cultural exchange, education and mutual support at multilateral forums.

Da Nang firms face labour shortages

Businesses in the central city of Danang have faced difficulties in attracting new workers despite higher salaries.

FDI flows in Vietnam forecast to boom this year

Vietnam will experience a breakthrough in foreign direct investment (FDI) attraction to the fields of technology, renewable energy, health, banking and real estate, according to workd media.

Dior travelling exhibition features artworks by Vietnamese artists

HCM City-based visual artist and fashion designer Tia-Thủy Nguyễn has joined several other foreign artists to provide her artwork to a global project conducted by the famous French fashion house Dior.

‘Exhuma’ sets opening record in Vietnam

Director Jang Jae-hyun’s occult mystery flick Exhuma, which is expected to surpass 10 million in audience numbers here this week, has also caught the attention of moviegoers in several Asian countries.

Vietnam News Headlines March 21/2024

Deputy PM applauds Airbus Group’s fruitful cooperation with Vietnamese partners

Vietnam aims for more Olympic qualification spots

Vietnam has only five athletes qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics, far short of the 12-15 target set, but there are still more places up for grabs.