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Drought & salinity damages result in $2.82bil. in agricultural losses

Scientists from the Institute of Water Resources recently conducted a study to assess the damages caused by saline intrusion in the Mekong Delta region.

First severe heatwave bakes northern, central Vietnam

The northern and central regions of Vietnam are enduring a strong heat wave, with daytime temperatures anticipated to rise to 39°C in some localities on April 1, according to the National Centre for hydro-meteorological Forecasting.

HCM City offering more waterway tours

The HCM City Department of Tourism has announced about additional 5-10 waterway tours offered to both domestic and foreign tourists.

Foreign investors make beeline for VN property market

Vietnam's property market is attractive for foreign investors, according to experts.

Vietnam News Headlines April 1/2024

Experts urge integrated approach for water security amidst growing challenges

Labour ministry proposes adjusting regional minimum wages

The Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) is working on a proposal to adjust the regional minimum wages in certain districts.

New destinations added to Hanoi tourism map

While Hanoi is known for its sheer hustle and bustle, the capital city is also home to several beautiful and peaceful rural villages in southern neighbourhoods.

Authority asks for strengthened cyber information security protection

The Authority of Information Safety has asked information security units of agencies, organisations and businesses to roll out drastic measures to ensure safety for information systems under their management.

Vietnam Business News April 1/2024

Over 36,200 new firms established in Q1

Vietnamese chemist’s journey: from academic excellence to national dedication

At the pinnacle of her career, with 15 patents in the field of materials processing for a major steel group, she decisively returned to Việt Nam.

International football betting not allowed in Vietnam until laws are clear

Minister of Finance Ho Duc Phoc said a legal framework is needed for international football betting before the business is deployed in Vietnam.

Amazing memories for world-record holder Trinh

Dang Ngoc Phuong Trinh has recently received a certificate from the World Record Union recognizing Trinh as the first person in the world to memorize 618 random images in five minutes, 71 pictures more than the previous record.

VN lacks policies to encourage use of electric motorbikes

The process of shifting from petrol-run to electric motorbikes is facing challenges. Experts say the process will succeed only if there are attractive policies to persuade people to use electric vehicles.

Navigating Vietnam’s IT market landscape in 2024

In 2024, the IT industry faces a complex matrix of challenges and opportunities, shaped by economic uncertainties and rapid technological advancements.

Pho for thought

Van Cu Village is proud of its reputation as the birthplace of pho, the national dish.

Vietnam: Sleep tourism on the rise

Emerging tourism trends can help relieve stress and improve the quality of life of Vietnamese people in modern society.

Agricultural product exports boom in first months of 2024

Maintaining last year's growth momentum, the exports of many Vietnamese agricultural products posted strong performance in the first months of this year.

Vietnam first to host World Pickleball Championship in April

For the first time Vietnam will play host to the World Pickleball Championship Series – Asia Pacific in April.

Paying tribute to the deceased in grave-visiting festival

Vietnamese people have for years treasured the tradition of visiting cemeteries in early spring to pay tribute to their deceased loved ones in a so-called grave visiting festival.

Japanese doctor spends over 20 years bringing light to visually-impaired in VN

Turning down a stable life in Japan and enticing offers from big hospitals, Japanese Professor, Doctor Hattori Tadashi decided to pursue his own journey to bring light to tens of thousands of underprivileged people in Vietnam.