So-called 'secession' in Dien Bien must not be repeated: Police chief

The Dien Bien Provincial Police have successfully dismantled three subversive organizations propagating the establishment of a "Separate State" of the ethnic Mong people.

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Vietnam remains strong competitor for global FDI

Pedagogical certification for foreign English teachers announced

The programme is designed for those who are competent in English but do not have adequate pedagogical skills to teach in language centres.

Vietnamese firms invest over US$25 million abroad

Local businesses invested in 17 new projects abroad over the first two months of the year with a total registered capital of US$25 million, equivalent to 21.7% over the same period from last year, according to the Foreign Investment Agency.

Local swimmers win eight golds at Asian Age Group Championships

Vietnamese athletes have taken home eight gold medals and smashed two records at the 11th Asian Age Group Championships, which is currently taking place at New Clark City in Capas in the Philippines.

Lonely Planet lists Vietnam among 10 best graduation trips to take in 2024

VOV.VN - World renowned travel guide Lonely Planet has named the nation among the 10 incredible destinations this year for students after graduation.

Vietnam pushes for WTO’s stronger trade, development role at MC13

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien has joined meetings held as part of the World Trade Organisation’s 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi.

Vietnam leaves imprints in first year as UNHRC member for 2023-2025 term

After more than a year serving as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2023-2025 term, Vietnam has left significant imprints, appreciated by the international community.

Vietnamese FM meets Irish President

President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins has agreed to foster bilateral cooperation and connectivity with Vietnam across spheres, especially economy, people-to-people exchange, and education-training.

Binh Dinh to host Asian Kickboxing Championships 2024

The Vietnam Kickboxing Federation (VKF) announced on February 28 that the Asian Kickboxing Championships 2024 will be held in the central province of Binh Dinh in July.

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Vietnam becomes favourite destination for Chinese tourists in early 2024

Hanoi gives “artisan” title to 42 handicraft artists

As many as 42 handicraft artists have been honoured with the title of the Hanoi artisan in 2023, with a ceremony held at the centre of Vietnamese craft village quintessence in Gia Lam district, home to Bat Trang Ceramic Village, on February 28.

Vietnam, Japan cooperate in IP protection, counterfeit goods prevention

Vietnamese officials at a workshop in Hanoi on February 28 called on Japan to continue its support to Vietnam in protecting and enforcing intellectual property (IP) rights, making IP a driving force for economic development.

Binh Dinh to hold first outdoor lifestyle fair

The first-ever Quy Nhon International Outdoor Lifestyle Fair (Q-Fair 2024) will be organised in Quy Nhon city, the south-central coastal province of Binh Dinh, on March 9-12, heard a press conference on February 28.

Canada’s new study visa regulation not affecting Vietnamese students

Canada’s decision to limit study visas starting from 2024 will not have a significant impact on Vietnamese students, said Vu Thi Hai Anh, an immigration consultant and Senior Regional Manager in Southeast Asia at Algonquin College of Canada.

RoK’s southern province extends visa exemption period for Vietnamese tourists

Group tourists from three Southeast Asian countries, including Vietnam, can travel without a visa to the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Jeonllanam-do province (Jeonnam) through Muan international airport until March 2025.

Chinese investment puts pressure on VN’s support industry

Analysts have noted strong investment from China in manufacturing and support industries, warning that this will pose challenges for Vietnamese enterprises in the field.

Vietnam’s commercial banks continue to expand

Twelve Vietnamese banks had charter capital of $1 billion or higher as of December 31, 2023. The total charter capital of 27 listed banks was VND671.571 trillion ($27.51 billion), an increase of VND93 trillion (16 percent) compared with late 2022.

Making Sa Dec rice flour recognized as national intangible cultural heritage

The craft of making Sa Đéc rice flour in Tân Phú Đông Commune and Ward 2 in Đồng Tháp Province’s Sa Đéc City has been officially recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Quang Ninh offers new tourism products to lure more visitors

Quảng Ninh coastal province, home to the UNESCO-recognised Hạ Long Bay, ​​is increasing tourism services to attract more visitors in 2024.

Teenage golfer Minh to compete in three American tournaments

Vietnam Masters champion Nguyen Anh Minh will have a busy new year as he has been invited to compete in three prestigious tournaments in the US in 2024.

Five elements of Hanoi on new National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage

Heritage and ancient customs passed down from generation to generation are the precious legacies of the ancestors and must be well preserved.

US considers upgrading Vietnam’s economy status

The US is considering the recognition of Vietnam as a market economy, which means that Vietnamese goods entering the US would avoid many risks caused by trade barriers.

Dong Nai Province proves to be magnet for waste-to-energy projects

Dong Nai Province is poised for a significant transformation driven by environmental responsibility, renewable energy generation, and a commitment to sustainable development.