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Scholar analyses why US should recognise Vietnam as market economy

The newly elevated relationship between VN and the US to the comprehensive strategic partnership not only deepens the two countries’ diplomatic relations but translates as an opportunity for Washington to upgrade VN's recognition as a market economy.

Vietnamese economy forecast to expand at 5.5 % in Q1

The Vietnamese economy is forecast to expand at 5.5% in the first quarter of the year as manufacturing and trade regain momentum, according to the United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB).

Vietnam releases Provincial Innovation Index for first time

The Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) on March 12 released the Provincial Innovation Index (PII) 2023, the first of its kind so far.

Vietnam needs hundreds of billions of dollars to cut emissions to zero

To minimize the impact of climate change and cut emissions to zero percent, Vietnam will need heavy investment from the state and private sector.

Vietnam stands steady on the path towards prosperity

Vietnam has overcome obstacles in recent years, from the Covid-19 pandemic to upheavals in the country and world, to gain encouraging achievements in economic development.

MIC holds auction for 5G to develop national digital infrastructure

A 5G frequency auction opens up a new era for 5G and is the foundation for developing digital infrastructure that serves national digital transformation.

Hanoi seeks solutions for environment in industrial zones, craft villages

The industrial parks and craft villages bring high income, but local people are facing heavy pollution.

Super Son's meteoric rise

At just 20 years old, Nguyen Thai Son has already earned the Best Young Player of V. League 2023 and the Vietnamese Golden Ball Award for Best Young Male Player in 2023.

Exploring largest pagoda in Ben Tre

Van Phuoc Pagoda, nestled in the heart of the Mekong Delta’s Ben Tre Province, has become a symbol of spiritual sanctity since its inception in 2000.

Vietnam's wood industry aims to export 15.2 billion USD in 2024

Vietnam’s wood and forestry sector is aiming to export 15.2 billion USD worth of its products this year, an increase from the 14.47 billion USD last year which was down 15.4% from 2022.

11 Vietnamese dishes listed among top 100 Southeast Asian street foods

Bánh Mì (Baguette), Bánh Cuốn (steamed rice rolls stuffed with pork and mushrooms), and Nem Lụi (grilled ground pork on lemongrass skewers) are among the 11 Vietnamese dishes to feature on the list of the 100 best Southeast Asian street foods.

HCM City couple hold wedding in Quang Ninh cave

A couple from HCM City have just held their wedding in a cave in the northern province of Quang Ninh.

Sunset Town in Phu Quoc Island displays daily artistic fireworks

Sunset Town in Vietnam’s largest island of Phu Quoc Island hosts daily artistic fireworks shows at sea, with each performance featuring over 100 effects, offering numerous surprises and bursting emotions.

Vietnam to open tourism promotion office in Laos

Vietnam will soon open a tourism promotion office in Vientiane, Laos, in an effort to change the method of carrying out tourism promotion activities overseas, revealed Nguyen Trung Khanh, head of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).

Vice State President has bilateral meetings in New York

Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan had bilateral meetings with Swiss President Viola Amherd and Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa, and received New York City Mayor Eric Adams in New York on March 11 (local time).

Police work to clarify alleged child-abused video clip

Police are working with Le Duc Thang, 42, after a video clip released on social media showing him abusing a young boy in Tan Thien Ward in the southern province of Binh Phuoc.

Vietnam to switch on to Earth Hour switch-off

The Ministries of Natural Resources and Environment, and Industry and Trade, and the World Wide Fund for Nature have called on people to join hands in reducing carbon footprint, towards net zero emissions, in response to the Earth Hour campaign.

Da Nang airport listed in top-five best capacity

The Da Nang International Airport was listed among the top-five airports with capacity of hosting from four to 20 million passengers per year, making it as one of two representatives from Vietnam in the list announced at Routes Asia 2024 in Malaysia.

Vietnamese contestant claims Top 10 finish at Mrs Globe 2024 pageant

Local representative Nguyen Ngoc Trang recently finished among the Top 10 of the Mrs Globe 2024 pageant, an annual international beauty pageant that is open to women who are over 25 or married.

Obstacles still to be ironed out to improve EVFTA’s standing

Despite an increase in trade thanks to a bilateral free trade deal, the European Union is expecting Vietnam to remove obstructions that are impeding the bloc’s trade and investment into the country.