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Michelin Guide suggests two-day tour in Hanoi

Michelin Guide has published an article suggesting a two-day tour of the capital with a range of delicious street foods and interesting tourist attractions put forward.

Vallet scholarships granted to more than 465 students in southern region

The scientific and educational organisation "Meeting Vietnam" on August 26 presented a total of 465 Vallet scholarships to several outstanding students at high schools and universities based in southern provinces and cities.

Top Vietnamese leader hosts Korea Coast Guard Commissioner General

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam hosted a reception for visiting Commissioner General of the Korea Coast Guard (KCG) Kim Jong-uk in Hanoi on August 26.

Early season mid-autumn festival mooncake market caters to diverse demand

With the growth of technology, online sales channels have also played a crucial role in the mooncake market.

US Under Secretary of State to visit Vietnam

US Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins is set to visit Vietnam on August 26- 27.

Opportunity for Vietnam as Indonesia increases rice tender volumes

With the current uncertainties in the global rice market, Indonesia's call for larger rice tenders is a major opportunity for exporters, particularly those from Vietnam.

Man in Ha Tinh sentenced to 6 years in jail for anti-State propaganda

Phan Dinh Sang, 57, a native of Huong Long commune, Huong Khe district, created and managed five Facebook accounts to engage with reactionary groups and forums online between 2016 and 2023.

PM assigns tasks to newly-appointed Deputy PMs, Ministers

The PM expected that the newly-appointed officials would seriously follow the directions given by Party General Secretary and State President To Lam.

Cyber attacks targeting personal information increase by 50% in H1

The amount of personal information stolen in cyberspace increased by 50% in the first six months of this year compared to the same period in 2023, according to a report on cyber security situation released on August 26 by Viettel.

Vietnam, US hold 13th Political-Security-Defence Dialogue

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc and US Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins co-chaired the 13th Vietnam-US Political, Security, and Defence Dialogue in Hanoi on August 26.

Airlines add flights, ramp up security for National Day holidays

Vietnamese airlines are bracing for a surge in air travel during the upcoming National Day (September 2) holidays, with flight schedules expanding to accommodate the rush.

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology’s architectural space wins int'l architecture awards

Truc Lam Restaurant and Coffee, a cafe and architectural space inside the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, recently received two international architecture awards in the United States.

New policy promotes green banking development in Vietnam

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is pushing all credit institutions to go green in terms of banking and credit.

Hanoi to set up public administrative service center, cut 2,580 staff

The public administrative service center will replace the existing one-stop-shop division, which will allow the city to cut 2,580 staff and save VND231 billion each year.

Vietnam's economy poised to gain from regional growth in 2025

The credit rating organisation Moody's has forecasted a positive economic outlook for the Asia-Pacific region in 2025, with accelerating growth in Southeast Asia, and Vietnam is expected to benefit notably from this trend.

Local car makers to benefit from 50% registration fee cut

Pent-up demand is due to push up car sales in the final months of the year, according to experts.

Vietnamese included in RoK's emergency alerts

The Republic of Korea (RoK)'s Ministry of Interior and Safety (MOIS) on August 26 announced that its emergency alert app, "Emergency Ready," will now support alerts in five languages, including Vietnamese.

Spanish player claims victory at PBA-LPBA SY Bazzar Hanoi Open 2024

Spanish billiards player Daniel Sanchez emerged as the champion of the PBA-LPBA SY Bazzar Hanoi Open 2024, defeating Eom Sang-pil from the Republic of Korea (RoK) with a final score of 4-2.

Ministry proposes new regulations on private tutoring: Public reaction mixed

The Ministry of Education and Training’s new draft regulations on private tutoring have sparked significant public debate, with some arguing for stricter controls while others emphasize the legitimate need for extra classes.

Vietnamese innovation: Biochar and wood vinegar production from durian shells

As the area under durian cultivation expands in Vietnam, innovative methods are being developed to convert the large quantities of discarded durian shells into biochar and wood vinegar, reducing environmental impact and boosting farmers’ incomes.