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Electricity shortage anticipated, offshore power capacity still limited

Vietnam needs an additional 19,000MW of electricity in 2023-2025 to ensure supply, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT).

Travel firms, destinations gear up for Korean tourist inflow during Tet

The Republic of Korea (RoK) is forecast to be the largest source of foreign visitors to Việt Nam during the coming Tết (Lunar New Year) holidays.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 6/2024

Foreign Minister receives Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister

NTQ Solution establishes cooperation with top Korean firms

NTQ Solution and two Korean firms - Riman and Softbridge - inked an agreement on the establishment of a Global Development Center (GDC) at a ceremony held in Jeju Island (South Korea) on February 3rd.

VN sugar companies flourish with strong business performance in 2023

Sugar companies in Vietnam improved business operations and boosted earnings in 2023.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS FEBRUARY 6/2024

Demand fuelled for high-quality healthcare services

Vietcombank Remittance is largest firm of its kind in Vietnam

According to the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA), Vietnam sent around 155,000 workers abroad in 2023, an increase of 8.55% compared to 2022, the highest number ever.

Kien Trung palace to open to visitors during Lunar New Year

After five years of restoration and upgrade, Kien Trung Palace in Hue Imperial Citadel (Dai Noi) is set to open its door to visitors during the upcoming Lunar New Year (Tet holiday).

Hoan Kiem – Thang Long Imperial Citadel e-bus route launched

An electric bus route linking Hoan Kiem to Thang Long Imperial Citadel was launched on February 5 to serve the sightseeing needs of both locals and tourists who wish to explore the rich heritage sites of Hanoi capital city.

NA Standing Committee agrees to let Tran Tuan Anh cease tasks of NA deputy

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on February 5 approved a resolution on allowing Tran Tuan Anh to cease the tasks of a deputy of the 15th legislature.

Vietnamese, Chinese coast guard forces hold joint patrol

The Vietnamese and Chinese coast guard forces conducted a joint patrol in the border maritime area between Mong Cai City, the northern province of Quang Ninh and Dongxing city, Guangxi province of China on February 5.

Vietnamese students win gold, bronze medals at Russia’s chemistry competition

Vietnamese students won a gold and a bronze medal at the 2024 Project Chemistry Olympiad (PCO) held in Russia, according to the Ministry of Education and Training.

RoK’s Aero K commences Cheongju-Da Nang service

Aero K, an airline of the Republic of Korea, and Da Nang city’s Tourism Department on February 5 evening held a ceremony to launch a new route connecting the RoK’s Cheongju to the central city of Vietnam.

Vietnam becomes biggest importer of Argentine farm produce

In 2023, for the second consecutive year, Vietnam surpassed China to become the largest importer of agricultural products from Argentina in terms of volume, according to Argentine media.

Council proposes 6% increase in regional minimum wage from July 1

The National Wage Council has proposed to the Government a 6% increase in the regional minimum wage, equivalent to 238,000 VND per month on average, starting from July 1.

Vietnamese-speaking virtual assistants help ensure sovereignty in digital space

Virtual assistants based on a Vietnamese LLM (large language model) will help solve specific local problems that other famous AI tools such as Bard and ChatGPT cannot do.

The special Tet gift for workers to welcome the New Year

Instead of cash or ‘electronic money’, many enterprises have decided to give special Tet gifts in kind to their workers.

Dragon year-born Dang hopes to make big in 2024

Nguyen Hai Dang has set a target of reaching his highest achievement in his career this year, picking up enough points for his first Olympic berth and finishing in the top 50 by the end of this year.

Students overstretch themselves to polish résumés

Stress and depression were most prevalent among those from 14 to 17, who had to study hard for transitional exams.

Exploring the rustic beauty of Kala Lake

Kala Lake has recently captured the hearts of tourists with its rustic and majestic beauty.