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Will Vietnam become a new global factory?

Some have opined that spurred by the Sino-American trade war, Vietnam is likely to become a new world’s factory in place of China. Nevertheless, it is the quality of that factory which counts, argue many economists.

Risks are high

In the context of a tense global trade war, while a new wave of investment inflow into Vietnam has yet to unleash, risks facing Vietnamese enterprises as well as the entire economy have surfaced.

Google smart-speaker sales spike after Vietnamese language included

The shops selling Google Home Mini and Home Hub confirm that the demand for the products has increased by 3-4 times after it began supporting Vietnamese language.

HCMC installs surveillance cameras in many public sites

A slew of surveillance cameras have been installed in front of headquarters of HCMC’s and districts’ People's Committees, the U.S. and Chinese consulates general, and parks in HCMC as a result of the 18-month implementation of a smart city project.

Events in Hanoi & HCM City on June 24-30

A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Gongs and drums of the Co Tu

Gongs and drums are the most popular musical instruments of the Co Tu in Tay Giang district, Quang Nam province. They are used in community events.

Lacquer exhibition held in Hanoi

Cuci Art Studio in Hanoi will hold an exhibition titled “The Lacquer Story: Dialogue Cua Vong” featuring lacquer works by eight artists, including 12 paintings, two installations, and one performance.

Opposition to Laos’ hydropower projects makes no difference: experts

Despite the opposition of the Mekong River Commission and its arm in Vietnam, Laos has built hydropower plants along the Mekong River, so experts at a conference in Tien Giang last week pondered whether it is necessary to raise their protests again.

Next steps for the consumer market

Consumer spending is set to soar on the back of the country’s booming economy, which continues to grow at a speedy pace.

Singapore’s Lee says his remarks not meant to hurt Vietnam

Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has said his remarks on the 1979-1980 war involving Vietnam and Cambodia were not meant to hurt Vietnam.

Vietnam’s wood exports to U.S. at risk due to trade tensions

Vietnam’s wood and wooden product exports to the United States may be subject to higher import duties due to a surge in export revenues and China’s foreign direct investment in the local industry, experts said at a recent seminar in Hanoi.

Quang Binh museum receives record calligraphy book on General Vo Nguyen Giap

Quang Binh General Museum on June 21 received a world record Vietnamese calligraphy book on General Vo Nguyen Giap that was created by artisan Vo Duong.

Colourful firework displays wow spectators in Da Nang

Two firework teams from China and England impressed spectators with their stunning performances on the evening of June 22 on the banks of Han river within the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2019.

Race to be +1

Vietnam is in the sights of many foreign manufacturers keen to move production away from China as US tariffs begin to rise.

Chinese capital continues to flow to Vietnam

Chinese investors are pouring money ino Vietnam as a shelter from the US-China trade war.

Street air filter created by student prevents fine dust pollution

The machine can filter air on streets and can even prevent fine dust, which is dangerous to human health.

Slick action required by developers

As conflicts between high-rise apartment developers and their residents increase, some developers are struggling to improve their professionalism in building management.

Three Chinese nationals arrested for alleged theft

Police in Thanh Hoa arrested three Chinese nationals on June 20 for allegedly stealing cash.

Illegal sand mining should be criminal violation: official

A high-ranking city official has demanded stricter punishment for illegal sand mining activities, saying the violation must be considered a crime.

Air pollution more serious in Vietnam

An exhibition on air pollution titled “Feel The Air” unfolded in Saigon recently.