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Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister to visit Vietnam this week

Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara will pay an official visit to Viet Nam from October 25-26 at the invitation of Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.

Korean band Highlight to enthrall Hanoi audiences at Christmas concert

Highlight, a boy band of the Republic of Korea (RoK), have been confirmed to perform at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi on December 23-24 to welcome the Christmas season.

Hanoi average property prices almost double since 2018

The Hanoi real estate sector has seen dynamic activity in Q3/2023.

7 artisans spent 300 hours to create Phuong's gown at Miss Grand International

Designer Le Ngoc Lam said it took him 300 hours of work with the support of 7 skilled artisans to create Vietnamese beauty Le Hoang Phuong's dress at Miss Grand International 2023.

VN Government looks ahead to financial security via debt plan

Vietnam’s plan for borrowing and paying public debt for 2024 has been revealed, with public debt set to stay within the permissible limit and ensure the nation’s financial security.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 24/2023

Vietnam's 2023 FDI seen surpassing last year's figures: KBSV

EVN leaders face discipline over recent power outages

The Commission for the Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSE) has recommended reprimanding the leadership of Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) for the power outages that hit northern Vietnam early in the summer this year.

The world needs love and compassion: Embracing the World founder

VietNamNet talks with Mata Amritanandamayi or Amma (Mother), who is best known for embracing the masses.

Bad debt ratio of banking system surges to 3.56 per cent

The bad debt ratio of the banking system skyrocketed from 2 per cent at the beginning of this year to 3.56 per cent, or more than VNĐ440 trillion, at the end of July 2023, according to the latest data from the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Fine paintings from collection to go under hammer in Paris

Rare and extraordinary works by painters who belonged to the first generation of Vietnamese artists, will go under hammer at an auction by Sotheby’s Paris on November 7.

Real estate sector sees surge in corporate bond sales to restructure debt

The real estate sector has witnessed a surge in corporate bond issuances worth a total of 30 trillion VND (1.22 billion USD) in the third quarter of 2023, a move aimed at debt restructuring rather than capital raising.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 24/2023

Almost all of petitions sent to legislature cleared up: report

Festival for ethnic groups with less than 10,000 people slated for Nov.

The first festival of ethnic minority groups with population of less than 10,000 will be held in Lai Chau city in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau from November 3-5.

Telecom carriers expected to take responsibility for junk simcards

Surveys conducted by VietNamNet at sales agents in Hanoi have found that most junk simcards sold are issued by four mobile network operators – Viettel, VinaPhone, MobiFone and Vietnamobile.

Demand for workers in semiconductor industry brings opportunities to Vietnam

Vietnam is expected to attract foreign experts and technologies, especially overseas Vietnamese scientists working in the semiconductor industry.

The timeless beauty of Vinh Quy Green Grass Hill

Visiting Vinh Quy Grass Hill between May and October each year offers tourists a chance to immerse themselves in a picturesque natural landscape.

Signs of improved world economy encourage Vietnam’s businesses

Domestic industrial production is still facing challenges, but Vietnam’s businesses are optimistic as they see signs of improvement in the global economy.

Land for tourism development should be of higher priority

If localities had identified tourism as a key local economic engine, then tourism projects should be granted their appropriate standing among the socio-economic development priorities.

Challenges in promoting employment among urban elderly in Vietnam

In the context of improved healthcare and increased life expectancy, the issue of suitable employment for the elderly needs to be addressed proactively through labour and employment policies.

Population of untrained workers remains high

According to the Social Committee of the National Assembly, the population of untrained workers remains high with about 38 million workers not receiving professional and technical training.