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Tran Anh maintains losses after merging with MWG

 Tran Anh Digital World JSC's net revenue in the first eight months of the fiscal year fell 55 per cent to VND2.273 trillion ($98.8 million).

Japan and South Korea assist Danang in public transportation planning

Experts from the Japan Transportation Planning Association (JTPA) have been co-operating with local authorities to conduct research on Danang city's transport network.   

Lang Son festival honours ancient mandarins

 A palanquin procession took place on Sunday at the Kỳ Cùng Temple Festival, the biggest annual spiritual event in Lạng Sơn City in the northern province of Lạng Sơn.

Hai Phuong to be screened on Netflix

 Netflix will buy the copyright for Hai Phuong (Furie) starring Ngo Thanh Van (Veronica Ngo) after its successful premiere in the US.

Vietnam futsal team lose to Spanish club in friendly

 Vietnam’s futsal team lost 5-4 to Spanish Club UMA Antequera in their second friendly match during a training trip in Spain on Sunday.

Momo challenge triggers online hysteria

 In recent weeks, the so-called ‘Momo challenge’ has triggered hysteria among Vietnamese netizens.

Brand a differentiator in banking

Branding is becoming increasingly critical in Vietnam's banking industry.

Foreign property buyers flock to high-end market

 Attractive profits are finally bringing overseas buyers and investors back to the luxury apartment ­segment after a period of ­relative inactivity. 

Firms in HCMC industrial zones decry multiple obstacles

 Delays in issuing land use rights certificates, poor infrastructure and a shortage of labor are among numerous difficulties being faced by manufacturing firms in processing and industrial zones in HCMC.

Race hots up over solar panel manufacturers

 Amid the growing global demand, Vietnam is becoming an attractive destination for manufacturers of solar photovoltaics.

Foreign diplomats pay visit to Hung Kings Temple

 Foreign diplomats in Vietnam on Sunday visited the Hung Kings Temple complex in the northern province of Phu Tho.

Japanese tourist dies in Ha Long Bay

 A Japanese visitor died after falling from a boat in Tuan Chau Wharf.

Vietnam strengthens African swine fever measures

 PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc has held an urgent meeting on the prevention of the African swine fever epidemic on March 4.

Events in Hanoi & HCMC on March 4 - 10

A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events that will take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City this week.

Gifts extend Vietnam's warm hospitality to international friends

 The second DPRK-USA Summit in Hanoi was not only a major political and external event, but also a golden opportunity to promote the land and people of Vietnam and the capital city of Hanoi in particular.

NA Chairwoman meets female foreign diplomats in Vietnam

Leaders of the National Assembly met with female ambassadors and heads of diplomatic representative offices and international organisations in Vietnam on the occasion of International Women’s Day (March 8).

Rescuing rivers: measures will fail if public refuses to cooperate

VietNamNet Bridge - Local authorities have spent big money to rescue polluted rivers, but the problem has not been settled as pollution continues to reappear after cleanup efforts.


Policies to take effect in Vietnam this month

The introduction of electronic medical records at all health facilities and rules on the origin of goods in the CPTPP are among the new policies that will come into force this month, the local media reported.

HBSO offers a tuneful piano concerto and a much-loved symphony

 The HCMC Ballet, Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) will stage a concert on March 9 conducted by its music director Tran Vuong Thach.

Hotels and resorts roll out Women’s Day promotions

 Hotels and resorts in Vietnam are offering a host of promotions on the occasion of International Women’s Day.