3rd largest smartphone brand in Vietnam revealed

While the two leading positions in the Vietnamese smartphone market have been stable, the battle for the next position is a tug-of-war.

Quang Ninh considers seaplane route to Co To Island

The People’s Committee of Co To Island District in the north-eastern province of Quang Ninh is mulling over a seaplane route linking the island with the province’s Ha Long City.

Dong Nai seeks UNESCO advice on the forest-crossing highway project

Authorities in Dong Nai Province want to consult with UNESCO over construction of a bridge and road in a biosphere reserve.

In Vietnam, casino businesses operating at a loss

Already facing many difficulties, plus the impact of Covid-19, casinos in Vietnam are operating at a loss.

Education Ministry responds to plans to drop history in schools

The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) on Saturday said that the decision to make history an optional subject follows the direction on education reform, and has taken into consideration the people’s opinions via public surveys.

Vietnam faces shortage of women due to imbalanced male/female ratio

If the imbalance of sex ratio at birth does not decrease, by 2059, Vietnam will have up to 2.5 million excess males.

Vietnam to increase excise taxes on tobacco, alcohol products

According to the Decision No. 508/D-TTg approving the Strategy for Tax System Reform to 2030 signed by Deputy Prime Minister Le Linh Khai, Vietnam will have a road map to increase excise taxes on tobacco, and alcohol products.

Green economy is the trend post-COVID: experts

Vietnamese enterprises should focus on green growth and the green and circular economies that have become a mainstream trend globally, the Green Economy Forum heard in HCM City.

Chess GM Quang Liem beats World No1 Magnus Carlsen

Vietnamese grandmaster Le Quang Liem surprisingly defeated the reigning world number 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen at the Oslo Esports Cup Day 2 on April 23.

Vietnam should prioritise domestic market: experts

In the context of instability in the world, Vietnam needs to develop its domestic market with the "Vietnamese people giving priority to using Vietnamese products" campaign.

Foreign capital poured into industrial real estate

The Vietnamese industrial real estate market continued to record positive signals, attracting a large amount of foreign capital.

An ancient cultural space in HCMC’s downtown

Besides modern characteristics as the country’s biggest economic hub, HCMC also boasts of ancient historical, cultural and artistic values of the southern region, with the Tomb of Le Van Duyet or the Tomb of the Marshal being a typical example.

Conquering Son Doong: the world's biggest cave

Son Doong, the world's largest cave, caught our attention about 10 years ago. When magnificent photos of the cave were taken by members of the British Caving Association and other visitors, I felt great pride as a Vietnamese.

Colourful antique collection for the ages

When visiting Huynh Huu Loc’s woodennbsp;house in the early morning, you can see a Buddha statue in a mysterious dark-blue colour preserved solemnly at the centre of the house.

Container shortage still a nightmare for enterprises

For each container of woodwork shipped from the Cat Lai port in HCMC, Vietnam to the United States, exporters have to pay up to US$25,000.

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Shrimp exports grow 44% on effective use of FTAs

When food and art combine

After one year of complete shut down due to the pandemic, I was glad to find out the Le Art restaurant is back to business again. A fine dining restaurant located by Hà Nội's Museum of Fine Arts, the restaurant has a large lawn and garden.

Coal shortages require Vietnam to diversify supply sources

Vietnam is now in need of diversifying energy supply sources as it is facing a shortage of coal supply for electricity, cement, and fertiliser production due to impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia - Ukraine conflict.

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60,000 SEA Games mascots ready for medal winners, spectators

Vietnamese SEA Games 31 gold medalist to be awarded bonus of US$436

The hot bonuses for Vietnamese athletes earning medals at the 31st Southeast Asian Games will be announced at the send-off ceremony of the Vietnam Sports Delegation on April 28 in Hanoi National Sports Training Center.

Hanoi's St Joseph's Cathedral gets facelift

St Joseph's Cathedral is one of the oldest Christian structures built in the capital city of Hanoi.

The marvellous hair salon

For a long time, the word “volunteer” has been attached to products made by people with disabilities.

VinaCapital completes divestment from Yeah1

DFJ VinaCapital Venture Investment has announced that it divested its entire 4.87% stake in Yeah1 Group Corporation (YEG).

Reporters who harass businesses and people: burning issue

Many journalists and reporters go beyond the sphere of their work, don’t pursue guidelines, and don’t act in accordance with the principles set for them.

60,000 SEA Games mascots ready for medal winners, spectators

A total of 60,000 stuffed animals of Sao La, the mascot of the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31), have been produced as gifts for fans and athletes who win medals at the games, according to the organizing board.