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Incidence of chronic kidney disease among young adults rising

The incidence of chronic kidney disease among young adults is steadily rising, prompting concerns over early screening of kidney problems to prevent disease progression, doctors have said.

Vietnam waiting for major technology projects

Vietnam is waiting for major high-tech and future technology projects registered in 2024, as many foreign big names in this field have expressed their interest in the domestic market.

HCM City's first metro to run from July

Ho Chi Minh City’s first metro line, which stretches from Ben Thanh Market in District 1 to Suoi Tien Theme Park in Thu Duc City, is scheduled to operate its first seven trains in July.

Discover the majestic beauty of Dak G’lun Waterfall

Situated in the heart of the Central Highlands, Dak G’lun Waterfall entices visitors with its untamed allure and rustic charm, offering an escape into the wilderness and a communion with nature’s splendor.

Do long-term visas help draw high-end, high-spending travelers to Vietnam?

As Vietnam positions itself as "the leading tourist attraction in Southeast Asia," a more open visa policy is expected to help achieve this goal.

Vietnam, Korea join hands to provide legal copyright protection

Vietnam and Korea have just coordinated to organize the forum ‘Copyright policy in the digital environment and cooperation plans’.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (April 1-7/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from April 1 to 7.

Spanish tourists thank Phong Nha police for helping find lost belongings

Two tourists from Spain have sent a letter to police in Phong Nha Town, Quang Binh Province thanking them for helping find their lost belongings.

Vietnam hosts the 14th regional art festival

International Art Exhibition - Art Vogue D’Nation will take place from April 6 to 30 at Palm Artspace.

Japanese firm pours US$560 million into Vietnamese gas field

Mitsui of Japan is set to invest roughly JPY84 billion, equal to US$560 million, to develop a gas field in southern Vietnam under a project led by the Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam), Nikkei Asia has quoted the Japanese trading house.

Noi Bai airport ranks sixth globally in best Wi-Fi connectivity

Noi Bai International Airport secured sixth position in the global rankings for airports with the best Wi-Fi connectivity in 2024, according to Skytrax Airline.

Vietnam emerges as world’s second largest footwear exporter

Vietnam ranks second in the world in footwear exports with an estimated export volume accounting for 10% of the world’s overall market share, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

E-tickets introduced to Hanoi bus service

In a significant move to enhancing passenger convenience and safety, the Hanoi Public Transportation Centre (HPTC) joins hands with its partners to launch an e-ticket system for the capital city’s bus service.

Hanoi continues to lead localities nationwide in living cost

Hanoi was the most expensive place to live in Vietnam for the third consecutive years in 2023, according to the 2023 Spatial Cost of Living Index (SCOLI) report released by the General Statistics Office (GSO) on March 29.

Vietnam first collects info about foreigners living in local houses

For the first time Vietnam will gather information about foreigners living in places of residence throughout the country.

National Power Plan 8 needs clarifications: experts

After the Prime Minister released Decision 500 approving the eighth national power development plan (Plan 8), agencies and investors were expecting an overall plan, open and transparent, that guides the implementation of the plan.

VFF receives five dossiers for new head coach of Vietnam national team

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) informed that by the end of last week, VFF received five dossiers of foreign candidates for new coach of Vietnam national team to replace former French coach Troussier.

Vietnamese piece to be performed at world music fest

Vietnamese music piece Tiếng Rừng (The Sounds of the Jungle) will be performed at the 2024 ISCM World New Music Days festival in Faroe Islands, Denmark.

Vietnam to benefit from Fed’s rate cut

According to experts, the Fed’s interest rate cut will support Việt Nam’s monetary policy management as the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) may not be under pressure of dollar appreciation after the greenback weakens in the wake of the Fed’s rate cut.

MoIT considering request to investigate imported hot-rolled coil

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has received a proposal to initiate an anti-dumping investigation of hot-rolled coil (HRC) imported from China from two domestic manufacturing enterprises.