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VND110-trillion package for social housing withdrawn

The Ministry of Construction has backed off from the VND110-trillion credit package for banks to lend on to developers and buyers of social housing.

Sapa launches summer festival to woo tourists

The tourist town of Sapa in Lao Cai Province has launched the Summer Festival 2023 with a series of activities to celebrate the 120th anniversary of Sapa’s tourism.

HCM City to focus on tackling problems facing real estate firms in March

HCM City authorities said the city would continue this month to focus on addressing problems facing real estate firms as part of efforts to have the sector recover by the end of the year.

Vietnam U20s find dramatic win against Qatar to boost qualification hopes

Vietnam U20s have gone top of Group B after a late goal from Nguyen Van Truong secured a 2-1 win over Qatar in their second match of the AFC U20 Asian Cup on Saturday night.

Nam Ô Village’s fish sauce to feature at Foodex-Japan exhibition

A source from the Japan-Vietnam Gastronomy Association (JVGA) confirmed to Việt Nam News that the Danang-based fish sauce and unique products from 62 provinces and cities of Việt Nam had been selected to display at the exhibition in Tokyo, Japan.

Khèn panpipes, a cultural icon of the Mông people

The panpipe is distinguished by its shape, structure, and sound function. Its melodies are generated by both exhalation and inhalation.

Steel manufacturers respond to criticism about underdeveloped supporting industries

Large steel manufacturers admit that in order to manufacture screws for automobile wheels, they have had to import steel. But they say they can make this kind of steel.

Cashew industry's years of high growth slows down

After obtaining high growth rates in the last 10 years, Vietnam’s cashew industry’s growth slowed in 2022. The multi-billion-dollar export item is predicted to see a low growth rate this year also.

Phuong Hang case: Abuse of freedom of speech

Many people use social media to fabricate and spread wrong or slanderous information, offending the honor and dignity of others. Lawyer Dang Van Cuong said the presence of the police to handle such cases is a necessity.

A Journey to Hai Phong through food

Haiphong cuisine wins the hearts of local gourmets for its deliciousness yet simplicity, highlighting the naturally delicious flavor of the ingredients.

Plastic waste from tourism activities needs solutions

Vietnam ranked fourth out of 20 countries with the largest volume of plastic waste discharged into the sea.

Press revenue drops as readership rises

While the number of readers and viewers is increasing, the revenue of press agencies is decreasing, the Authority of Press (AOP) under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) reported at the 2023 Press Economic Forum.

Government Deputy Inspector General died of stroke

Mr. Tran Van Minh, Deputy Inspector General of the Government, was confirmed to have passed away due to a stroke on the morning of March 4.

Two large harbors in central Vietnam face closure

Two major harbors in the north-central province of Quang Tri may shut down in June due to violations of the 2020 law on environmental protection.

Nearly 400 people implicated in vehicle registration cases

Charges have been filed against 379 suspects for alleged involvement in violations of regulations at auto registration and inspection centers throughout the country, the Ministry of Public Security said at a Government press conference yesterday.

PM asks SBV to lower loan interest rates

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), the nation’s central bank, to slash interest rates, make loans more accessible and focus on lending to key economic sectors.

Vietnam to have PPP commodity-based group for rice

Vietnam has promoted agricultural modernization and investment via a public-private partnership (PPP) commodity-based working group.

Top places in Vietnam to hunt for galaxy

The provinces of Binh Thuan and Phu Yen, along with Da Lat City, are home to many ideal places for photographers who are passionate about the galaxy.

Two babysitters in Hanoi detained for beating little boy to death

Two women at an unlicensed kindergarten in Hanoi’s Thuong Tin District have been arrested for beating a 17-month-old boy to death.

Nguyen Thanh Ha crowned Miss Eco International 2023

Nguyen Thanh Ha has become the first Vietnamese beauty to be crowned Miss Eco International 2023 following the conclusion of the global pageant on March 3.