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SEA Games torch carried through streets of Hanoi

Brimming with symbolism, the torch was ceremoniously lit from a small lamp that had landed on Vietnam’s soil two days prior, and had been carefully guarded at the Cambodian Embassy.

British experts discover new untouched caves in Quang Binh

Five new caves where humans have never set foot were recently discovered in Lam Hoa commune of Tuyen Hoa district in the central province of Quang Binh by experts of the British Royal Cave Association.

30 Indonesians fall victim to Malaysia human trafficking ring in Vietnam

The police in Ho Chi Minh City have busted a human trafficking ring involving Malaysian nationals that allegedly deceived 30 Indonesians for property appropriation in Vietnam.

Over 103,000 TB cases detected in Vietnam last year

Vietnam detected 103,120 tuberculosis (TB) patients in 2022, up nearly 31% year-on-year, and 1.8% against that of 2020.

Vietnam commits to cross-border water development goals: Deputy PM

Vietnam pledges to further enhance cooperation with international organisations and partners to achieve sustainable cross-border water development goals, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has said.

Vietnam tourism promoted in Japan

A workshop on Vietnamese tourism and carriers, co-hosted by Vietnam Airlines and travel operator Thien Minh Group (TMG), took place in Tokyo on March 24, gathering 80 travel companies and airlines from both nations.

Hanoi seeks support from UNESCO in restoration of Kinh Thien Palace

Hanoi asked for continued support from the UNESCO World Heritage Centre (WHC) for a project to restore Kinh Thien Palace in the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi, which was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.

CAAV suggests more time for piloting biometric authentication

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has proposed continuing pilot application of biometric authentication (facial recognition) at airports’ check-in desks.

Netflix to set up representative legal entity in Vietnam

Netflix is carrying out procedures with the Ministry of Planning and Investment to establish its representative legal entity in Vietnam.

Vietnamese Fintech unicorn among top 10 global financial platforms

Vietnam has one representative in the Global Platforms Ranking 2023, announced by TABInsights under The Asian Banker.

Newspapers should use AI wisely

AI can help journalists recognize if they are wasting resources by creating similar press products. However, journalists should only not depend on or be controlled by artificial intelligence (AI).

Pirated games flood the market as discounts are slashed on app stores

With app stores’ decisions to reduce discounts and support from payment service providers such as credit cards and e-wallets (MoMo), pirated games of international distributors, especially Chinese games, can easily enter Vietnam.

Vietnam needs to learn lessons in developing renewable energy

Dr Le Hai Hung says renewable power plants occupy much land, but environmental concerns remain controversial, and in the next 10 years, it will not be a reliable energy source for business production and people’s daily life.

High-end real estate developers advised to develop social housing

Realtors who specialize in high-end real estate projects should think of adding social housing projects to their business strategies, because the projects ensure sustainability and stability for them.

No time to waste in building the offshore wind industry

Action on accelerating offshore wind power projects is urgently needed if the government is to meet its targets for the decade.

Traditional markets in HCM City deserted, degraded

Many of the traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh City are dilapidated due to a lack of investment in upgrades and are facing the issue of small traders withdrawing due to low customer footfall.

Vietnam targets end of malaria by 2030

Vietnam will provide training to medical staff and apply new techniques in the prevention, detection, and treatment of malaria.

Vietnam auto makers project bumpy years ahead

Car manufacturers are calling for the reinstatement of measures used during the pandemic in order to help boost flagging vehicle sales.

Vietnam’s fintech reaches new heights

VGP - Viet Nam's fintech has reached new heights and the newly introduced regulatory sandbox is further fueling its growth.

Moody’s upgrades ratings of eight Vietnamese banks

VGP - Moody's Investors Service, a leading provider of credit ratings, research, and risk analysis, has raised ratings of eight Vietnamese banks.