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No information about Vietnamese casualties in Nepal landslide

There is currently no information regarding any Vietnamese nationals involved in a July 12 landslide that swept two buses into a river in Nepal.

Two Vietnamese climbers rescued in Japan’s Mount Biei

Japanese rescue forces have saved two exhausted Vietnamese climbers in Mount Biei, located in Japan’s northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido.

Finance Minister: Tight fiscal policy ahead, no tax exemptions for 2025

"To build airports, highways, and reform salaries, we need to invest in public financial capacity. Therefore, we must implement a tight fiscal policy," stated Finance Minister Ho Duc Phoc during a conference on July 15.

HCM City outlines $34 billion plan for six new metro lines

Ho Chi Minh City has unveiled an ambitious plan requiring over 870 trillion VND (over 34 billion USD) to complete six metro lines spanning 183 kilometers by 2035.

Tropical depression triggers heavy rain, warning of flash floods and landslides

A tropical depression is forecasted to weaken before making landfall in the central provinces of Vietnam. However, its circulation will cause heavy rains from north to south, raising the risk of flash floods and landslides.

Hidden gems in Hanoi's Old Quarter: Pho spots that retain loyal customers

Small, charming eateries serve up authentic pho experiences amidst narrow alleys.

Vietnam Business News July 15/2024

PM urges measures to remove obstacles to e-commerce

Vietnam News Headlines July 15/2024

More efforts needed to accelerate administrative reform, says PM

Van Thinh Phat case: 35,824 victims identified in fraud investigation

In the second phase of the Van Thinh Phat case, the Supreme People's Procuracy has identified 35,824 investors as victims, holding 25 bond codes from four companies: An Dong, Quang Thuan, Sunny World, and Setra.

Compulsory e-signature might be cost burden: banking association

Currently, 80% of Vietnamese adults have bank accounts and more than 95% of banking transactions are handled digitally.

Ba Vi National Park: A morning haven for 'cloud sea' enthusiasts

Hundreds of tourists drove from 3 to 4am to Ba Vi National Park (Hanoi) to catch the floating sea of clouds that appears at dawn.

HCM City gears up for future workforce challenges

A recently approved labour and employment strategy of Ho Chi Minh City outlines potential challenges and opportunities for its workforce between 2023 and 2030.

EVN reports record loss despite electricity price increases

Although electricity prices were increased twice in 2023, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) reported an after-tax loss of 26.77 trillion VND (1.053 billion USD) on high electricity production costs, according to its audited financial report.

Council set up to review railway lines, plans in Hanoi

An appraisal council for railway lines and stations in the areas of ​​Hanoi has been established under a decision of the Ministry of Transport (MoT).

Some F&B businesses not interested in franchise model

Franchise is becoming a popular business model in the domestic and international food and beverage (F&B) sector.

Vietnam wins gold at 2024 Southeast Asian Amateur Golf Team Championships

Vietnam won one gold, one silver and two bronzes at the Southeast Asian Amateur Golf Team Championships (SEAAGTC) 2024 which closed on July 12 in Singapore.

Banks pump over 18.88 billion USD into economy in June

Banks lent more than 480 trillion VND (18.88 billion USD) to economic entities in June, demonstrating the sector’s efforts in concretising the Government’s credit goal of 5-6% to the end of Q2.

PM orders proactiveness in diphtheria prevention, control

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested ministries, sectors, and localities to strengthen measures to prevent and control diphtheria, given the occurrence of several infected cases and one death.

Leather, footwear exports to hit 27 billion USD in 2024

Export revenue of the leather, footwear and handbag sector is predicted to hit 26-27 billion USD in 2024 on the basis of the positive results seen so far, according to the Vietnam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (LEFASO).

Businesses advised to stay prudent to avoid trading scams

Authorities have continuously warned Vietnamese businesses to stay prudent when trading with foreign partners in the face of a recent scam increase.