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$375 mln fund to boost high-quality, low-carbon rice production in VN

The project has the potential to fundamentally transform rice production methods in the Mekong Delta region.

Van Thinh Phat chairwoman faces death penalty

Truong My Lan, chairwoman of real estate developer Van Thinh Phat, is facing death penalty for bribery, violating bank regulations and embezzlement, which is considered the largest financial scandal in Southeast Asia.

Vietnam has about 1.6 million poor and near-poor families in 2023

The Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) has recently published a review of the poverty situation in Việt Nam in 2023.

Duy Nhat defeats Thai fighter to win international Muay competition

Vietnamese athlete Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat won the championship title at the sixth International & Thai Martial Arts Games 2024 which recently concluded in Thailand.

Vietnamese photographers win SkyPixel Annual Photo & Video Contest

Two Vietnamese photographers, Nguyen Khanh Vu Khoa and Pham Huy Trung, have won prizes at the SkyPixel Annual Photo & Video Contest 2023.

VN central bank required to take urgent measures to stabilise gold market

The Government has directed the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to urgently inspect and supervise to stabilise the gold market.

Vietnam ranks third in crypto gains in 2023: US analysis firm

Vietnam was the third largest cryptocurrency gainer in the world in 2023, only after the U.S. and UK, with nearly 1.2 billion USD, according to U.S. blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis.

Vietnam News Headlines March 20/2024

Network of public science and technology organizations approved

Vietnam needs 'reverse thinking' to turn challenges into opportunities

To overcome challenges, it is necessary to take unprecedented action to create other development structures. This is an opportunity for both local governments and businesses.

VN in top 5 favourite investment destinations among Asia’s emerging countries

Vietnam has ranked in the top five favourite investment destinations among Asia's emerging and developing economies, according to the Global Opportunity Index.

Why is the purchasing power of US$1 in VN higher than in the US?

In Vietnam’s official documents, there are publications about the GDP Nominal, but no publication about the GDP PPP (purchasing power parity).

Helicopters, artillery to join Dien Bien Phu victory anniversary

As many as 12 helicopters and 18 artillery pieces will join in a grand military parade in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory on May 7.

Two days off for two public holidays in April

Vietnamese people shall have two days off in April this year as there are two public holidays.

Job hunt challenges for experienced workers over 40

In industrial hubs and export zones, for instance, there’s a preference for young, fit workers with basic qualifications, particularly for roles on production lines.

Vietnamese economy proceeding as predicted

Vietnam's GDP in the first quarter of 2024 will grow by around 5.5% as predicted, according to experts and thinktanks.

Measures discussed to curb school violence

The fights prompted a swift response from school officials and local authorities. Investigations have been launched to determine the causes of the conflicts and punish those involved.

Tuan runs to raise funds for classrooms

By running 21km every day for 365 days, Dao Ba Tuan not only overcame a huge challenge but also set a record in Vietnam.

Korean horror movie becomes high earning movie in Vietnam’s box office

Korean-made Exhuma movie earned hundreds of billion Vietnamese dong at box offices after the movie was released.

Quang An among top 30 coolest streets in the world

British magazine Time Out has selected Quang An street of Tay Ho district in Hanoi among the top 30 coolest streets in the world.

New laws expected to increase number of social-housing apartments

The ratification of the 2023 Housing Law with new regulations on social housing is expected to have a positive impact on businesses’ investments and home buyers.