Leading Latin America buyers to seek Vietnamese suppliers

A series of leading distributors and retailers in the Latin America region have signed up to participate in the Vietnam International Sourcing 2024 which is slated to run from June 6 to 8 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Tasting exquisite flavors of fermented snakehead fish

Prepared by skilled local cooks using traditional recipes, fermented snakehead fish in An Giang Province captivates the taste buds with its distinctive flavor and cultural significance, satisfying even the most discerning diners.

Vietnam starts construction of US$432 million expressway to China

With the attendance of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Vietnam on April 21 kicked off the construction of a VND11 trillion (US$432 million) stretch of the North-South expressway to China.

Five students died in two separate drowning incidents in Hoa Binh, Dak Lak

Five young students have drowned in two separate incidents while swimming after school hours on Monday, with three dead in Central Highlands province Dak Lak and two in northern province Hoa Binh.

Chinese citizen killed in multi-car collision in southern Vietnam

A Chinese national was killed in a multi-car collision in the southern province of Tien Giang on April 22.

One killed, nearly 7,000 houses damaged as thunderstorms hit northern Vietnam

Significant damage has been reported throughout several northern mountainous provinces of Vietnam following recent spells of heavy rain and thunderstorms.

Seven killed, three injured in cement plant accident in northern Vietnam

Seven workers were killed and three other were injured in a work-related accident at a cement plant in Yen Bai province, northern Vietnam, on April 22.

Ho Chi Minh City to host The Trinity Forum 2024

Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) and Imex Pan Pacific Group (IPPG) have officially signed an agreement with organizers of Trinity Forum to bring the 2024 edition to Ho Chi Minh City.

Judicial records issued through VNeID app from April 22

The issuance of judicial record certificates via the VNeID app has been tested in Hanoi and the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from April 22.

Planning-Investment Minister receives US chip giant NVIDIA’s delegation

Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung on April 22 had a working session with a delegation from the US chip giant NVIDIA led by Vice President Keith Strier.

Da Nang to have first smart airport terminal in Vietnam

The international terminal of Da Nang Airport, based in the central city of Da Nang, is set to become a smart terminal under a partnership between the Da Nang International Terminal Investment and Operation JSC (AHT) and FPT Software.

ASEAN youth empowered to unleash potential: ASEAN chief

ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn had a dialogue with ASEAN youth in Hanoi on April 22 on the sidelines of the ASEAN Future Forum (AF 2024).

Vietnamese, Lao PMs join in working session in Hanoi

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a working session with his Lao counterpart Sonexay Siphandone, who is in Hanoi to attend the ASEAN Future Forum, on April 22.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (April 22-28/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from April 22 to 28.

Vietnamese textile firms witness order growth and positive business signals

In the face of unpredictable volatility, Vietnam's companies are investing in technology, innovation and production to meet the targets they have set themselves, whilst keeping a close eye on market trends.

Search for hidden 4,000 ton-gold treasure fails, but hope remains

Many people still believe that a treasure of 4,000 tons of gold exists, despite the failure of multiple search and exploration campaigns.

HoSE to launch KRX trading system on May 2

On April 30, securities companies will conduct the transition test. The trading date on the new KRX system is May 2. The trading data will be based on the end-of-day data from April 26.

Police commence legal proceedings against NA Office deputy head

The Investigation Police Agency on April 21 started legal proceedings against and issued arrest and house search warrants to Pham Thai Ha, deputy head of the National Assembly (NA) Office and Assistant to the NA Chairman.

Spiritual enchantment through the lens

As part of the celebrated annual Hue Festival 2024, the revered Hue Nam Palace Festival captivated the hearts of believers, pilgrims, locals, and tourists alike on April 10.

Vietnam News Headlines April 22/2024

Vietnam purchases 5-in-1 vaccine to address vaccine shortages

VN central bank cancels gold bar auction

The State Bank of Vietnam announced on April 22 that it has cancelled the auction of SJC-branded gold bars, which had been set for 10am the same day.

Meteor shower to light up Vietnamese skies tonight

Vietnamese astronomy lovers will have the chance to watch the Lyrids meteor shower as it reaches its peak between nightfall and dawn from April 22 to April 23 (local time).

VCCA introduces a digital exhibition of cubist masterpieces

Vincom Center for Contemporary Art (VCCA) opened a digital exhibition called "Re-creating the photographs" on Saturday, introducing a treasure of more than 130 classic works of cubism.

Museums free on National Reunification Day

State-owned museums will offer free entry to the public in HCM City, as part of the city’s activities to celebrate the 49th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30.