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Difficulties encircle the Vietnamese automobile industry

Automobile manufacturers have once again proposed an extension of the luxury tax payment deadline and 50 percent vehicle registration tax cut for domestically assembled cars.

Beverage tycoon, daughters prosecuted for asset misappropriation fraud

Tran Qui Thanh, the Chairman of Vietnam’s largest private beverage company Tan Hiep Phat, along with one of his daughter Tran Uyen Phuong, have been arrested in the southern province of Binh Duong on Monday.

President holds talks with Party General Secretary, President of Laos

President Vo Van Thuong and Party General Secretary and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith held talks in Vientiane on April 10 following a welcome ceremony for the former earlier the same day.

Vietnam, US to exhibit war remediation efforts in HCM City

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) and the War Remnants Museum signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in showcasing efforts to remedy war consequences in Ho Chi Minh City on April 10.

Vietnam sees farming revolution, exports high-quality rice

Anticipating that rice yield and output are nearly hitting the ceiling, Vietnam is preparing for a revolution in rice farming, striving for 1 million hectares of high-quality rice.

Vietnam’s electronic enterprises at bottom of 'smile' curve

Vietnamese electronic enterprises are often associated with production and assembly, while more important and valuable stages, such as research and development (R&D), design and logistics, are undertaken by foreign enterprises.

Workplace accidents cause VND14.1 trillion losses in 2022

A total of 7,718 workplace accidents occurred nationwide last year, resulting in 7,923 people getting injured and significant losses of over VND14.1 trillion.

Concerns about unlocking the potential of cultural tourism

The challenge of how to create a unique and profound Vietnamese cultural experience for tourists is still a concern for those working in the tourism industry.

Preserving and promoting traditional cultures of ethnic groups in schools

In recent years, Lai Chau Provincial Party Committee has issued many important policies and directions on cultural and artistic work.

HCMC’s metro line firm faces shutdown

The cash-strapped HCMC Urban Railway No. 1 Co. Ltd. (HURC1), the city’s Metro Line No. 1 operator, has been on the verge of going bankrupt given prolonged financial constraints.

Hoi An postpones plan to collect entrance fee

Hoi An City’s Party Committee has proposed delaying the collection of an entrance fee for all tourists to the ancient town of Hoi An from May 15, the local media reported on April 8.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 10/2023

PM demands thorough consideration of public feedback on draft revised Land Law

British tourist drops sex assault allegation

A British tourist who claimed she had been sexually assaulted on a cruise ship in Ha Long Bay has told police she no longer wants to press charges.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS APRIL 10/2023

Vietnam seeks to further develop digital economy

An Hao solar power - light from the Buddha’s hand

“It is a place where all the elements of life converges - earth, water, light and even spirituality…”

Hue Citadel in the Chinese parasol blossom season

In late March and early April, Chinese parasol trees (Firmiana simplex) in Hue Imperial Citadel bloom, creating a peaceful and poetic scene for the ancient capital city.

Gender identity law might be included in parliament’s 2024 agenda

In Vietnam, there are currently no specific legal documents regulating gender identity and gender transition.

Grab, fashion company apologise for maps showing inaccurate islands info

The Singapore-based company said the incident does not reflect Grab’s respect for the country and people of Việt Nam and apologised for concerns it may have raised.

Hybrid vehicle sales boom amid fuel shortage

Though technical barriers exist and there is a shortage of charging stations, hybrid Electric Vehicles are a good choice for markets like Vietnam.

Elderly Vietnamese struggle with multiple diseases and short healthy lifespan

With the average number of healthy years for Vietnamese citizens hovering at just 64, health concerns loom large for this ageing population.