Vietnam’s food map created from dishes of 63 localities

A national record has been set for the creation of the first food map of Vietnam made from typical dishes of all the 63 localities across the country.

Over 1 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines administered to VN children aged 5-12

More than 1 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines had been administered to children from 5 to under 12 years old in provinces and cities nationwide as of April 27 afternoon, according to the Ministry of Health (MoH).

COVID-19 health declaration suspended to serve SEA Games 31

The General Department of Preventive Medicine under the Ministry of Health on April 28 issued a document on the suspension of the COVID-19 health declaration in service of the upcoming 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games).

Quang Ninh to offer SEA Games 31 athletes free admission to tourist attractions

More than 1,400 athletes, coaches, referees and organising committee members taking part in the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) events in Quang Ninh will be entitled to free admission to popular tourist attractions in the northern province.

Seven Vietnamese universities listed in THE's Impact Rankings 2022

Seven Vietnamese universities have been listed in the Impact Rankings 2022 released by the Times Higher Education (THE) on April 28.

Poverty in Vietnam declines substantially over past decade: WB

Poverty in Vietnam declined substantially between 2010 and 2020, according to a report released by the World Bank (WB) on April 28.

Foreigners can use e-visas to enter, exit Vietnam via Van Don airport

From now on, foreigners can enter or exit Vietnam through Van Don International Airport in the northerneastern province of Quang Ninh.

GM Liem defeats World Cup champion in Oslo Esports Cup

Vietnamese Grandmaster Le Quang Liem defeated Chess World Cup defending champion Jan Krzysztof Duda of Poland on April 26 at the Oslo Esports Cup 2022, which is being held online.

House, land transactions in HCM City surge

The number of transactions in the HCM City real estate market has soared.

Don’t criminalize economic relations, create favorable conditions to correct mistakes

Minister of Finance Ho Duc Phoc said ministries and branches have agreed that civil and economic relations will not be criminalized.

Lieng Rowoa: a cascade associated with a legend and history

Lieng Rowoa Cascade, a 30-minute drive from the hilly city of Dalat in Lam Dong Province, boasts of majestic landscapes and a legend that never ceases to intrigue travelers.

Vietnam to fine retailers for providing single-use plastic bags to consumers from 2026

Single-use plastic bags will be replaced with environmentally friendly alternatives by 2025.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS APRIL 28

Animal feed exports to the US rise sharply

Gamers warned of GameFi fraudulence in Vietnam

Seeing the success of Sky Mavis, whose GameFi (Game + Finance) can attract a capital investment of US$3 billion, other Vietnamese game developers have introduced similar game projects lately.

VN central bank orders credit restrictions to curb property speculation in HCM City

Credit institutions in HCMC must limit credit for property purchases to combat speculation in the city, said the inspectorate of the State Bank of Vietnam’s (SBV) HCMC Branch.

Vietnam to announce list of problematic businesses in bond issuance

Minister of Finance Ho Duc Phoc has just signed Directive No.01/CT-BTC on strengthening supervision and rectifying problems related to issuance, investment, and service provision activities in the corporate bond market.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 28

Hanoi to launch new pedestrian zone in Son Tay

Four-month FDI attraction tops US$10.8 billion

Vietnam had raked in over US$10.8 billion worth of foreign direct investment (FDI) in a period from January to April 20, equivalent to 88.3% compared to the same period from last year, according to figures released by the Foreign Investment Agency

Investors' rights a top priority: finance minister

Minister of Finance Ho Duc Phoc talks about recent developments in Vietnam's stock market and his ministry's response to such events.

VN’s digital economy revenue reaches $53 billion in the first quarter

Vietnam’s digital economy revenue reached US$53 billion in the first quarter of this year.

Decades of benefits becoming clear through expansive RCEP

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership will enable Vietnam to attract more investment than other free trade agreements as many of the country’s largest foreign investors are from the deal’s member economies.

Miss Earth 2021 Destiny Wagner meets with Vietnamese students

Destiny Wagner, the winner of Miss Earth 2021, has recently joined the organising board of the Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2022 pageant to hold meetings alongside students across the country.

From Prime Minister’s message to actions to build trust on bond issuance

Bond issuers sighed with relief after hearing the message from Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh released at a conference on developing the capital market safely, transparently and sustainably late last week.

Employers seek time for pay-rise change

The National Wage Council’s proposal for a rise in monthly regional minimum wages has been frowned upon by business associations who are asking for more time before any change comes into effect.

Customer satisfaction wavers with inflated vehicle prices

Inadequate inventories as a result of the ongoing global semiconductor shortage are leading to car dealers in Vietnam attempting to force thousands of US dollars worth of extras onto potential customers, much to their chagrin.