Durian emerging as 'golden fruit' among Vietnam's exports

Vietnam is striving to further assert its durian export position and join the billion-dollar export industry with the current advantages in hand, coupled with efforts to better the fruit quality.

Vietnam looks to woo global tech giants

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has stressed the need to adopt appropriate strategies to attract and retain investments given the growing interest in Vietnam of global technology giants.

Phu Quoc requested to clarify the case of 292 'abandoned' Taiwanese tourists

The National Tourism Agency of Vietnam is collecting information for an upcoming meeting with representatives from the Department of Economic and Cultural Affairs of Taipei City (Taiwan, China).

Tenth Áo dài festival to take place throughout March in HCM City

An annual Áo dài festival will take place in HCM City from March 7 to 17 with a wide range of cultural activities, the event’s organisers announced at a press conference held in HCM City on March 1.

Phu Quoc approved to become island city

The Prime Minister has just approved the General Planning Project of Phu Quoc City until 2040, aiming to develop Phu Quoc into a city.

Foreign ambassadors’ wives model at Ao Dai Week 2024

Five wives of the ambassadors from Armenia, Morocco, Indonesia, the United States, and the Czech Republic came together to model in the launching ceremony of Vietnam Ao Dai Week 2024 which was held on February 29 in Hanoi.

Russia’s IrAero Airlines brings first foreign visitors to Khanh Hoa

Cam Ranh International Airport welcomed the first regular flight conducted by Russia’s IrAero Airlines on the Irkutsk-Khanh Hoa international air route on March 1, with the flight carrying 98 foreign passengers on board.

Search for remains of Vietnamese soldiers in Cambodia launched

A ceremony to start the search for, collection and repatriation of remains of Vietnamese voluntary soldiers was held at the Hoa Lu International Border Gate in Binh Phuoc on March 1.

Vietnam continues to welcome thousands of cruise tourists in March

A number of international cruise ships carrying thousands of foreign tourists are due to visit popular sites nationwide in March.

Five Vietnamese nationals rescued near RoK’s Jeju Island

The Republic of Korea (RoK)'s Coast Guard announced on March 1 that eight out of 10 crew members, including five from Vietnam, had been successfully rescued by a fishing boat after their fishing vessel capsized near the RoK’s Jeju Island.

Vietnam, Italy aim to leverage strengths in agriculture

PM Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception in Hanoi on March 1 for Italian Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry Francesco Lollobrigida, calling for a further strengthening of bilateral ties, particularly in the agricultural sector.

Vietnam, US hold 10th dialogue on Asia-Pacific

Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu and US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Kritenbrink co-chaired the 10th Vietnam-US Dialogue on Asia-Pacific in Hanoi on March 1.

PM urges action against sand shortage for Mekong Delta infrastructure projects

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directed ministries, agencies, and localities to address challenges hindering the timely supply of materials, particularly sand, for infrastructure projects in the Mekong Delta.

Football: ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup's draw to take place in Hanoi

The 2024 ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup's draw will be take place on May 21 in Hanoi, featuring a new logo and brand identity.

Musical ‘showdown’ of Disney creations to be presented in Hanoi

Fans of Disney creations will have a chance to see their favourite characters on stage at an exclusive musical performance to be presented in Hanoi next week.

Vietnam Global Leaders Forum 2024 to gather 100 prominent Vietnamese

The Vietnam Global Leaders Forum 2024 (VGLF 2024) will take place from March 30-31 in Paris, expecting 100 prominent Vietnamese and Vietnamese-origin individuals with global influence in all fields from over 20 countries and territories worldwide.

Thuy Linh defeats former world champion at 2024 German Open Badminton Champs

Vietnam's top female badminton player Nguyen Thuy Linh made a great surprise at the 2024 German Open Badminton Championship by defeating former world champion Ratchanok Intanon in the quarterfinals of the women's singles event on March 2.

Vietnam asks Japan to clarify allegation on Vietnamese citizen in murder case

Vietnam’s representative agencies in Japan have asked local authorities to speed up investigations into the case of a Vietnamese citizen who was alleged to be murdered in Higashiomi city of Japan's Shiga Prefecture on February 26.

Vietnam considers offering 'visas on arrival' to remain competitive in region

In Directive No 8 issued recently, the Prime Minister has asked agencies to consider granting visas on arrival for foreign travelers and report back to him in the second quarter.

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Tra fish leads Vietnam’s seafood exports to strong January growth

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PM to attend ASEAN-Australia Special Summit, pay official visits to Australia, New Zealand

Chip training the hot new trend for 2024

The thirst for human resources in the semiconductor manufacturing industry has prompted many training institutions to open related majors before the 2024 enrolment season.

VN targets 15 doctors per 10,000 people by 2025

Under a government plan, Vietnam expects to have 33 hospital sickbeds, 15 doctors, 3.4 pharmacists and 25 nurses per 10,000 people by 2025.

Hanoi allows West Lake to operate water sports and leisure services

An ambitious development plan to breathe new life into the West Lake area has been given the green light. The programme includes permitting more water sports on the lake itself and allowing more leisure services, including golf courses, to be built.

The job of a food reviewer: occupational 'hazards'

Food reviewers have opportunities to eat delicious food, earn high income, and earn the respect of restaurant owners.