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Does Vietnam have a film industry?

A number of films hitting the screen in recent days have broken records in number of tickets sold and revenue. However, the film industry's growth remains a issue that needs discussion.

Four Vietnamese-language virtual assistants developed by tech firms

Office virtual assistants are being developed using a large, "clean" language model specifically designed for Vietnamese.

Safety key to enjoying adventure travel in Vietnam

Experts say safety issues should be prioritised so that adventurous tours are sustainable and can develop as a key tourism product in the country.

Chuong Village conical hats: symbol of Vietnamese heritage

The conical hats of Chuong Village are not only practical items but also works of art, meticulously painted and adorned with intricate patterns.

Comprehensive strategic partnership opens up new stages of VN-US cooperation

The Vietnam-US relationship has escalated from ‘former enemies’ to ‘comprehensive strategic partners’.

VietNamNet Inspiring Characters 2023 activated

With the motto "spreading kindness throughout the community", VietNamNet Inspiring Characters honors individuals and groups who made their mark in 2023 with humanitarian actions, thus having a positive impact on the community.

VN's corporate bond market recovers, issuers return

Positive signs in the corporate bond market have been seen recently. The government has paid attention to developing the market into an effective capital mobilization channel for the national economy.

Valentin Constantinescu – a Romanian with ’Vietnamese blood’

Valentin’s story with Vietnam began in 2004 after graduating from high school, as he got a scholarship to study at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam.

Binh Thuan plans US$10 billion offshore wind power project

The world’s largest green energy group is following procedures to deploy an offshore wind power in Binh Thuan province with total investment capital of $10.5 billion. The project is expected to be completed by 2030.

Gold price fluctuations over last decade affecting borrowers

From VND34.78 million per tael in 2013, the SJC gold price has nearly reached the VND72 million per tael threshold, which means an increase of VND37.14 million after one decade.

Young engineer adds value to local natural resource

Through his start-up project, Phan Minh Tien, a young engineer in Can Gio, has proven that nipa palm trees, a natural gift for his hometown, offer great value.

Reviving Ê Đê brocade weaving: a creative journey

Collective efforts have been made to rekindle the ancient craft of Ê Đê handloom weaving.

Automobile engineer with doctorate opens vermicelli shop in France

Phan Viet Phong, 43, who has a doctorate and once worked for a well known automobile manufacturer, resigned, took off his suit and leather shoes, put on an apron, and opened a Vietnamese traditional food shop in France.

High tech brings Vietnam’s farm produce to the world

Seeking new markets, applying high tech, developing a cooperative economy, and building value chains will all improve the competitiveness of Vietnam’s farm produce in the world market, experts have said.

Forestry digitization helps to locate every tree, keep track of every animal

The forestry sector is moving ahead with digital transformation in management. High technology is being used to create a large database of information about every tree and animal in the forest.

Ngũ Xã bronze casting: preserving an age-old artistic legacy

Over the past 500 years, Ngũ Xã bronze casting has evolved into magnificent masterpieces of national art. However, despite enduring various challenges, the village now has only one remaining family-run bronze-casting workshop.

Seven Vietnamese figures celebrated by UNESCO

A total of seven famed Vietnamese historical figures have been honoured by UNESCO for their contributions to the planet and wider society.

Global minimum tax: opportunities and challenges

Vietnam, which has been integrating deeply into the world economy, has no other choice than to apply the global minimum tax.

Chief Judge: courts don’t have enough officers for evidence collection

Chief Judge of the Supreme People’s Court Nguyen Hoa Binh said courts handle 600,000 cases each year, while there are only 6,000 judges, so it is impossible to require courts to collect evidence.

‘GenZ + GenAI’: formula for next-generation labor force

Vice President of FPT University Hoang Nam Tien said human resources directors need to have a better understanding of GenZ and GenAI.