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Exhibition introduces traditional Vietnamese lacquer art

With 46 lacquer artworks by numerous artists, the exhibition brings interesting stories about traditional lacquer art and the artists' sentiments and perspectives about humans and nature intertwined in philosophy.

HCM City to add three fireworks displays in Binh Chanh, Cu Chi, Can Gio

In addition to the eight locations announced earlier for fireworks displays, HCM City will add another three locations for the 2024 Lunar New Year (Tet) celebration.

Culture ministry requests not to burn objects during spring festivals

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has requested authorities to carry out necessary measures to make sure people do not burn votive objects during Tết (Lunar New Year) holidays and spring festivals.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 5/2024

Provinces, cities have many meaningful activities supporting workers to celebrate Tet

Vietnam remains RoK’s third trade partner in 2023

Vietnam remained the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s third-largest trade partner for the second straight year in 2023, data showed.

Banks move to foster cashless payment ahead of Tet

As the traditional Lunar New Year (Tet) festival is just around the corner, commercial banks are offering a wide range of promotional programmes and financial solutions to encourage cashless payment during the peak shopping season.

Vietnamese wins bronze medal at 2024 Asian Weightlifting Championship

Weightlifter Trinh Van Vinh of Vietnam won a bronze in the men's 61kg category at the 2024 Asian Weightlifting Championship on February 4 in Uzbekistan, helping him earn more points for his Olympic place.

Electricity prices expected to surge in 2024: Ministry

In an effort to address financial challenges faced by Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has put forth a proposal to increase electricity prices in 2024.

PM chairs conference on State-owned enterprises’ operation plans for 2024

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 5 chaired a working session with the Commission for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC) and 19 groups and corporations under the commission's management.

Record-low interest rates drive early-year credit growth

Since the beginning of the year, numerous banks have launched attractive credit packages with low interest rates, some even as low as 0% per year, easing the financial burden for customers seeking additional capital.

Amended laws offer both good and bad news for property market

The newly amended Law on Credit Institutions makes it difficult for banks to transfer real estate projects used as collateral for loans to settle debts.

Southeast Asia’s biggest drone light show to mark start of Year of Dragon

A drone light show expected to set a Southeast Asian record is scheduled to take place by the side of Ho Tay (West Lake) in Hanoi on the eve of the Year of the Dragon on February 9.

Van Gogh Art Lighting Experience captivates art enthusiasts in HCM City

The Van Gogh Immersive 720 space in Ho Chi Minh City has freshly opened its signature Van Gogh Art Lighting Experience – an interactive art exhibition designed to engage all senses.

Floating flower fair in HCM City opens for Tet

The “Tren ben duoi thuyen” (On the Wharf – In the Boat) flower floating fair, one of the most-visited attractions in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet Festival, opened at Binh Dong Wharf, District 8 on February 4 (the 25th day of the 12th lunar month).

Vietnam to cash in on FTAs, trade promotions to boost exports

The Ministry of Industry and Trade will capitalise on signed free trade agreements (FTAs) to diversify markets, step up trade promotions and shift to exports through official channels with a view to gaining $377 billion in export revenue this year.

Vietnam targets 500,000 tonnes of seaweed yield by 2030

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has set a target to produce some 500,000 tonnes of seaweed by 2030 as part of the nation’s seafood development strategy.

Tam, Quynh carry Vietnam’s Olympics hopes in boxing

Nguyen Thi Tam is expected to make her second Olympic appearance while Luu Diem Quynh hopes to make her debut at the largest global sporting event this summer.

HCM City tightens food monitoring as Tet approaches

Tet is the time of high demand for food consumption, thus raising the risk of unhygienic and unsafe food.

Domestic airfares skyrocket, Vietnamese travel abroad

As airfares for domestic flights have increased sharply, Vietnamese have canceled their domestic tours and booked outbound tours instead.

"Godmothers" in Ha Tinh help children overcome difficulties

For over two years, the Godmother's Assistance programme, implemented by the Ha Tih Women's Union, has been a source of encouragement in the lives of hundreds of children facing particularly difficult circumstances.