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Mekong Delta long-term future relying on renewables

The latest draft of the country’s power development plan puts focus on renewable energy development – however, the Mekong Delta should see more attention in the development of renewables to protect its assets in the long run.

Vietnam Airlines’ stock put on warning list

The Hochiminh Stock Exchange (HoSE) has decided to put the HVN stock of Vietnam Airlines on the warning list from April 15 as its 2020 after-tax profit was reported at negative VND10.9 trillion.

Vietnam to become ICT powerhouse in next decade

Emphasizing ICT as the field that will lead Vietnam's digital economy, Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung said that we must become an ICT powerhouse not in 2045 but in the next decade (2021-2030).

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS APRIL 12

Fruit, vegetable sector targets export revenue of $10 billion 

Young man with a passion for collecting old currency

30-year-old Phung Van Hung has pursued his hobby of tracking down old currency for more than a decade. To him, the notes help people know more about cultural and historical values of a nation.

Mekong Delta needs more investment in transport infrastructure

Investment in transport infrastructure in the Mekong Delta is key to boosting exports of local agricultural and seafood products, according to experts.

 

Man collects vintage timepieces from far and wide

After 15 years of research, he now owns dozens of valuable vintage clocks that fill his cozy house.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 12

Ex-leaders of State-owned steel firms stand trial

Spirit of serving the country part of corporate culture of tech-firms

If businesses want to continue to develop, the spirit of serving the country must be incorporated into their culture, becoming a philosophy of development.

Foreign policy helps realise the nation's aspirations and vision: Minister

The newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son talks to local media on his new role and the foreign policy priorities needed to aid Vietnam's development and raise the country's international standing.

Materials industry faces shortage of qualified staff, researchers

Vietnam has advantages to develop a materials industry but has not developed in line with its potential, Tran Tuan Anh, head of the Central Economic Commission, said at a conference held on April 10 in HCM City.

Quang Ngai Province shelves UNESCO geopark recognition plans

Despite having prepared a dossier for the UNESCO recognition of the Ly Son-Sa Huynh Global Geo-Park last November, local authorities have shelved plans to apply for the park's recognition after years of efforts.

Why are Vietnamese dishes favourites with foreigners?

The cuisine found in the northern region of Vietnam has been hailed by many international media outlets such as Cable News Network (CNN) and the World Records Union (WorldKings) of the United States for their uniqueness and delicacies.

When will Vietnam begin to make electric cars?

On March 24, Vinfast made headlines after releasing its statement about receiving orders for its first electric car model VF e34 for VND690 million (about $32,000), to be delivered in the third quarter of 2021. 

Shares to climb on positive Q1 earning results

Shares are forecast to go up this week, propelled by foreign net buying and positive first-quarter business results from listed companies. 

Vietnam and UNSC: From participant to partner for sustainable peace

Vietnam for the second time assumed the role of rotating President of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2020-2021 tenure this month, 

‘Super-girl’ wins two prestigious scholarships

After high school graduation, Do Thuy Linh won two prestigious scholarships to study at Japanese and Dutch universities.

The issues of the new government term

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's government has inherited many legacies, but also faces many challenges, especially in institutional reform, to realize the aspirations of taking the country to new heights of development.

Da Nang to develop international finance centre

The People’s Committee of central Dang Nang city and the Import-Export Pan Pacific Group (IPPG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the development of an international and regional finance centre to attract investors in the future.