NA Standing Committee agrees to let Tran Tuan Anh cease tasks of NA deputy

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on February 5 approved a resolution on allowing Tran Tuan Anh to cease the tasks of a deputy of the 15th legislature.

Vietnamese, Chinese coast guard forces hold joint patrol

The Vietnamese and Chinese coast guard forces conducted a joint patrol in the border maritime area between Mong Cai City, the northern province of Quang Ninh and Dongxing city, Guangxi province of China on February 5.

Vietnamese students win gold, bronze medals at Russia’s chemistry competition

Vietnamese students won a gold and a bronze medal at the 2024 Project Chemistry Olympiad (PCO) held in Russia, according to the Ministry of Education and Training.

RoK’s Aero K commences Cheongju-Da Nang service

Aero K, an airline of the Republic of Korea, and Da Nang city’s Tourism Department on February 5 evening held a ceremony to launch a new route connecting the RoK’s Cheongju to the central city of Vietnam.

Vietnam becomes biggest importer of Argentine farm produce

In 2023, for the second consecutive year, Vietnam surpassed China to become the largest importer of agricultural products from Argentina in terms of volume, according to Argentine media.

Council proposes 6% increase in regional minimum wage from July 1

The National Wage Council has proposed to the Government a 6% increase in the regional minimum wage, equivalent to 238,000 VND per month on average, starting from July 1.

Vietnamese-speaking virtual assistants help ensure sovereignty in digital space

Virtual assistants based on a Vietnamese LLM (large language model) will help solve specific local problems that other famous AI tools such as Bard and ChatGPT cannot do.

The special Tet gift for workers to welcome the New Year

Instead of cash or ‘electronic money’, many enterprises have decided to give special Tet gifts in kind to their workers.

Dragon year-born Dang hopes to make big in 2024

Nguyen Hai Dang has set a target of reaching his highest achievement in his career this year, picking up enough points for his first Olympic berth and finishing in the top 50 by the end of this year.

Students overstretch themselves to polish résumés

Stress and depression were most prevalent among those from 14 to 17, who had to study hard for transitional exams.

Exploring the rustic beauty of Kala Lake

Kala Lake has recently captured the hearts of tourists with its rustic and majestic beauty.

HEINEKEN Vietnam brings a happy Tet to underprivileged communities

HEINEKEN Vietnam has been implementing “HEINEKEN Cares - Joining hands towards a happy and healthy Tet” program in collaboration with the Vietnam Red Cross Society.

Ho Chi Minh City decorated to prepare for Tet

To welcome in the Lunar New Year Ho Chi Minh City has been decorated with national flags, bulbs, flowers, and posters, giving roads around the city a touch of colour and bringing joy to local people as the festive season approaches.

Beautiful images of dragon mascot seen in Hue ancient city

As part of efforts to mark the Lunar New Year, dragon mascots have been installed at various locations across the central province of Thua Thien - Hue province, with the sites attracting a large number of people and tourists.

Vibrant yellow hue in pomelo orchard

For generations, Dien pomelos have been the revered specialty of Hanoi, the capital city.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (February 6-12/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from February 6 to 12.

Vietnam wins trophy at Iran international badminton tournament

Local player Nguyen Hai Dang won the men’s singles at the Iran Fajr International badminton tournament after beating his Indian rival on February 5.

Mister Global 2021 winner shines at New York fashion show

Danh Chieu Linh, Mister Global 2021, has been invited to perform at famous Dominican designer Andres Aquino’s fashion show, which is part of the 39th New York Couture Fashion Week.

Vietnam’s gold demand impacted by global economic trends in 2023

The World Gold Council’s Gold Demand Trends report reveals that annual gold demand (excluding over-the-counter) fell to 4,448 tonnes in 2023, down just 5% from a notably strong 2022.

Hanoi Spring Book Fair to open in 10 days

Hanoi Book Street will remain open during the Tet holiday under the theme "Knowledge in Hand - Spring with a Thousand Blessings".

Over 650 flights delayed at Tan Son Nhat airport this month

Over 650 flights at the Tan Son Nhat International Airport in HCMC have been delayed due to fog and surging passenger traffic since February 1, as the mass Tet holiday migration from HCMC to central and northern parts of the country is underway.

Vietnam fail to reach Davis Cup’s World Group II

Vietnam lose 3-2 to South Africa in the World Group II playoffs of the Davis Cup on February 2-3 in Bac Ninh Province.

Exhibition introduces traditional Vietnamese lacquer art

With 46 lacquer artworks by numerous artists, the exhibition brings interesting stories about traditional lacquer art and the artists' sentiments and perspectives about humans and nature intertwined in philosophy.

HCM City to add three fireworks displays in Binh Chanh, Cu Chi, Can Gio

In addition to the eight locations announced earlier for fireworks displays, HCM City will add another three locations for the 2024 Lunar New Year (Tet) celebration.