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Big cities can't get enough of Kênh tofu

Different from Hanoi’s famous Mơ tofu, soya curds from Kênh in Thai Binh are well known far and wide for being thin, just 0.5 cm, and has a buttery and fragrant taste.

From zero to hero: ‘worst student’ becomes researcher at Oxford University

Once a student with the worst performance in class, Le Xuan Khoa won a scholarship and later defended his Ph.D. in Energy and Buildings at Ulster University (UK).

Vietnam’s overseas investment hits nearly US$21.43 billion

The Foreign Investment Agency (Ministry of Planning and Investment) said that in the first three months of 2022, the total newly and adjusted overseas investment capital of Vietnam reached US$211.45 million, equivalent to nearly 37% of the same period of last year.

Police request localities to suspend Trinh Van Quyet’s assets

The Investigation Police Agency has sent a written request to several localities to suspend the transfer, purchase and sale of assets and shares under the ownership of former FLC Chairman Trinh Van Quyet and related persons.

Deputy foreign minister arrested in bribery case involving repatriation flights

Deputy foreign minister To Anh Dung has been arrested over allegations he received bribes when organising repatriation flights for Vietnamese citizens abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Land fever phenomenon needs immediate state control

Many speculators in Vietnam have recently rushed to buy land lots in seemingly potential areas, in hope of earning big money.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 14

NA Standing Committee’s 10th session opens

HCM City tops nationwide per capita income

HCM City’s per capita income was estimated at VND8.9 million (USD383.62 million) per month in the first quarter of this year, up 36.5 percent from the fourth quarter of last year.

Vietnam's landmark - Son Doong Cave - honored by Google Doodle

On April 14, Son Doong cave - the world's largest cave - one of the natural wonders of Vietnam was promoted on the Google search homepage of 17 countries and territories.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS APRIL 14

Vietnam Expo 2022 kicks off in Hanoi

10 athletes to join torch relay at SEA Games 31

A group of 10 Vietnamese athletes who have won medals at the Olympics, ASIAD, and SEA Games will conduct a torch relay ceremony during the opening ceremony of the upcoming 31st SEA Games in Hanoi.

Vietnam named among cheapest nations to live in Southeast Asia

The cost of living in Vietnam is currently among the cheapest compared to other countries throughout Southeast Asia, according to the newswire LivingCost.

Vietnam kick-starts COVID-19 vaccination campaign for kids aged 5-12

Vietnam on April 14 kick-started a COVID-19 vaccination campaign for children aged 5 to under 12 in Quang Ninh province, using the Moderna vaccine.

Big names bet on IPO frenzy in international markets

Major Vietnamese conglomerates are contemplating plans to offer their shares on foreign exchanges to scale up their financial soundness and place their brand on the world stage – a process which continues to be easier said than done.

Vietnamese investor joins Metaverse, invests in Korean unicorn

VNG says that it has invested in the Korean unicorn startup Haegin, officially "jumping" into the Metaverse market and promoting its "going global" strategy.

How does the Russia-Ukraine conflict affect Vietnam's maritime industry?

The fact that many shipping lines have closed shipping routes to and from Russia can create opportunities for Vietnamese ship owners to increase their market share in the future.

Vietnam trade forecast to set new record this year

Experts are optimistic about Vietnam’s trade this year, driven by the enforcement of new-generation free trade agreements (FTAs), forecasting that total import-export revenue might hit a record US$700 billion.

Japanese YouTuber who found home in Vietnam

Akari Nakatani is flying the Vietnamese flag in her home country, helping to spread the word about Vietnam to a Japanese audience.

Cashless payments are here to stay

Cashless payments have become a norm in many countries in recent years, bringing great benefits to individuals in the payment process.

Some 400 delegates to attend SEA Games 31’s flag raising ceremony

The flag raising ceremony of the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) will take place at the My Dinh National Sports Complex in Hanoi on May 11 morning with the participation of about 400 delegates, according to the organising committee.