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Revised land pricing in Ho Chi Minh City set for mid-October release

Ho Chi Minh City is set to release a revised land price list before October 15, following a comprehensive review and adjustments to better align with market principles.

Ink shortages cause delays for thousands of driver's licenses across provinces

A severe shortage of printing ink and protective film has led to substantial delays in the issuance of driver's licenses across several provinces in southwestern Vietnam, leaving many residents without crucial legal documentation.

Government proposes upgrading Hue to centrally-governed city status

On the morning of September 28, the National Assembly's Standing Committee discussed a pivotal government proposal to establish Hue City as directly controlled by the central government.

Kien Giang inventor creates UFO-inspired craft, leaves viewers in awe

In recent days, social media has been abuzz with a video showing a strange, UFO-like object gliding on the water’s surface.

HUST valedictorian was once under such study pressure that he burst into tears

Tran Trung Hieu, born in 2002, majoring in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, is one of two students graduating with the rank of excellence at the Hanoi University of Science and Technology this year.

Tightening control over corporate bonds: is it the solution?

The major approach pursued by the Ministry of Finance (MOF) to changing some regulations on corporate bonds involves tightening control, but this may hinder the development of the bond market.

VN needs $90 billion to develop EV charging stations, reduce emissions

To reduce net emissions to zero by 2050, Vietnam needs $90.88 billion (VND2.26 quadrillion) in the next 25 years to develop a network of charging stations for green transport. The minimum investment capital needed is $31.76 billion (VND792 trillion).

Exit-suspension scheme should be removed as it hinders business development

The temporary suspension on exiting the country because of tax debts is facing strong opposition from businesspeople and economists.

Two farmers' TikTok channel has millions of views, interesting content

Working hard on rice fields year round, Thanh and Thu, two farmers in the Mekong Delta, have a TikTok channel with millions of views, and are the main characters featured in the videos on the platform.

Never too late: 27-yr-old gives up medical school to study communications

Passing the entrance exam to the HCM City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Du Hoang Khang realized that becoming a doctor was not what he wanted, so he decided to start over to achieve his dream.

Steamed sticky rice and cassava stall only open several months a year

Opening at 9 am every day from the seventh month to the end of the second lunar month next year, Thuy’s xoi san (steamed cassava-sticky rice) stall is well known in Hai Phong City.

iPhone 16 Pro Max remains the top choice among Vietnamese buyers

Despite a quieter launch compared to previous years, Apple’s iPhone 16 series has continued to draw significant attention from Vietnamese consumers.

German insurance firm invests over VND100 billion amid Typhoon Yagi losses

Vietnamese insurance companies are grappling with an estimated VND 10 trillion in claims following Typhoon Yagi, which struck earlier this month.

Harnessing potential of AI for green, sustainable development

AI has had a great impact on all aspects of life, from the economy to society to politics, and from the government to businesses and people in general. AI is needed for reform, and green and sustainable growth.

Car imports continue increasing in the first half 2024

In the first half of September, the influx of imported cars into Viet Nam remained robust, despite a recent government policy to reduce registration taxes for domestically assembled vehicles.

Family tax deduction rate under review

Given the evolving economic landscape and changes in living standards, The Ministry of Finance is conducting a comprehensive review and assessment of the Personal Income Tax Law, which includes the consideration of family circumstance deductions.

Real estate companies still face pressure on capital sources

While some real estate companies have paid large dividends to investors, many others in the sector still have to struggle to rotate capital sources to pay debts and reinvest.

Gold ring prices reach new peak, move equal to gold bar prices for first time

Prices of domestic gold rings continued their upward trajectory on September 27, reaching an all-time high of VND83.35 million per tael and being equal to the selling price of SJC gold bars for the first time.

“Made in Vietnam” Macbook and iPad to be manufactured locally

With plans for producing Apple products in Vietnam, Fukang Technology Company Limited, a member of Foxconn Group, is applying for an environmental license for exhaust treatment systems at iPad and Macbook production lines at its factory in Bac Giang.

Vietnam hosts first Miss Multicultural World beauty pageant

Vietnam is set to host the Miss Multicultural World beauty pageant for the first time, with aspiring candidates from different countries competing for the crown.