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Vietnam News Headlines June 27/2024

High determination needed to have EC “yellow card” warning removed

Unlock your child's potential at RES 'Future Millionaire' summer camp

With the guidance of Shark Louis Nguyen and numerous economic experts, the "Future Millionaire" summer camp aims to ignite children’s passion for business while providing intensive English training.

Banks to issue billions of dollars in Tier-2 bonds in next three years

Banks will need to issue new Tier-2 capital bonds to replace maturing bonds and bolster their capital adequacy ratios, said experts.

Easing visa rules a lever to woo more foreign tourists: Insiders

As Vietnam is looking for ways to lure more international visitors, an “open door” visa policy is seen as a lever that helps the country reach its set target, according to insiders.

Female archer books 15th ticket for Vietnam to Paris 2024 Olympics

The Vietnamese sports delegation has secured its 15th spot at the Paris 2024 Olympics, scheduled from July 26 to August 11, as female archer Do Thi Anh Nguyet booked her ticket to the summer games.

Survey reveals shifts in Vietnamese shopper habits

A recent survey conducted by NIQ, a leading authority in consumer and shopper insights, has uncovered notable changes in shopping behaviour among Vietnamese consumers in 2024.

Tourists, travel agencies avoid night flights

Despite the increase in the frequency of night flights, tourists and travel agencies are not opting for this option due to the limited availability of services at their destinations during nighttime.

IMF projects Vietnam’s growth at nearly 6% this year

The Vietnamese economy is likely to expand by close to 6% in 2024, driven by a recovering export sector, robust foreign direct investment, and policy support, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on June 26.

Da Nang expects to become new hub for filmmaking

Da Nang is luring filmmakers keen to shoot in the central coastal city, and spurring local tourism in the process, a municipal official has said.

Inspiring bond: Nghe An student’s 10-year journey carrying his friend to school

In Chau Hanh commune (Quy Chau district, Nghe An province), the image of a slim boy carrying his friend to school for over 10 years, rain or shine, has become a familiar sight.

Vietnam's longest wooden bridge offers heart-stopping thrills in Phu Yen

With a length of about 800 meters, Ong Cop Bridge, known as the longest wooden bridge in Vietnam, not only serves the travel needs of local residents but has also become an attractive check-in spot for tourists visiting Phu Yen.

Export recovery helps boost Vietnam’s economic growth

Vietnam’s export turnover in the first half of this year expanded by 13.8% year-on-year to an estimated 188.97 billion USD, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT)’s Planning and Finance Department has reported.

Vietnam, US step up post-war recovery cooperation

Post-war recovery cooperation is the best way that helps Vietnam and the US heal the wound of war, contributing to building trust and expanding the bilateral collaboration in many other fields.

UK’s participation in CPTPP and opportunities for Vietnam

The UK’s participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership is expected to provide more opportunities for Vietnamese firms to expand export markets and create momentum for economic development.

Miss Tourism Vietnam Global to award VND3.5 billion car to new beauty queen

The Miss Tourism Vietnam Global pageant has officially returned after two years, with a mission to promote Vietnamese tourism and culture.

Routine health check uncovers rusty nail embedded in man’s neck

A rusty nail lodged in his neck went unnoticed until a routine health check revealed the foreign object. The man exhibited no unusual symptoms.

Absolute alcohol ban for drivers approved by Vietnam's National Assembly

The National Assembly has passed the Law on Road Traffic Safety, which includes a strict prohibition on driving with any alcohol concentration in the blood or breath.

Public calls for strict punishment for celebrities who engage in rash speech

Many citizens have been upset by substandard statements made by some well known artists, especially Nam Em and Angela Phuong Trinh, and have called for strict punishment.

Parents are worried as children overuse social networks

Children’s regular use of social networks and their access to ‘dirty’ websites are worrying parents.

HCMC proposes converting abandoned resettlement apartments into social housing

Many resettlement apartments have been left idle at a time when many low-income earners don’t have accommodations. HCM City authorities have proposed turning these abandoned apartments into social housing.