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Thang Long Imperial Citadel recreates traditional Tet activities

Several vintage activities will be recreated to immerse Vietnamese and international visitors in the traditional Tet festival atmosphere.

Southern Vietnam likely to be at risk of drought in first half of 2024

If less rainfall continues at present rates in the south region of Vietnam during the first half of the year, the region will be at risk for drought conditions, said weather forecasters.

Ringleaders of Daklak terrorism case face death penalties

The individuals who led the terrorist attacks resulting in nine casualties in Daklak Province in June 2023 may potentially receive the death penalty for their dangerous actions.

HCM City postpones sidewalk use fee collection

HCM City has halted its plan to collect fees on sidewalk and roadside usage due to regulatory hindrances.

Three Ca Mau men confirmed dead from bomb explosion

Initial investigations showed that a recent explosion in a Ca Mau river that left three local men missing was caused by the men cutting open a bomb.

Dung Quat refinery processes 100 million tonnes of crude oil after 15 years

The Dung Quat Oil Refinery Plant in the central province of Quang Ngai, operated by the Binh Son Refining and Petrochemical Company (BSR), processed more than 100 million tonnes of crude oil and materials after 15 years of operations.

Red Sea tension likely to affect garment and footwear exporters from Q2

The tension in the Red Sea, which has led to increases in logistic costs and shipping time, is forecast to affect Vietnamese exporters of garment, textile, footwear and leather products from the second quarter of 2024 if it persists.

Inbound tourism recovery offers high hopes to hoteliers

Hanoi’s tourism has recovered strongly after the Covid-19 pandemic, with the hotel room occupancy and hotel room rates on the rise, according to Savills Vietnam.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JANUARY 19/2024

Five new issue groups in amended Land Law: press conference

Well-known saxophonist Tuan’s albums released online

Two albums by well-known saxophonist Tran Manh Tuan of HCM City have been released on online platforms.

HCM City floating flower fair to celebrate Tet

The floating flower fair, one of the HCM City’s most-visited attractions in Tet (Lunar New Year), will open at the Binh Dong Wharf in District 8 from January 25 to February 9 (or December 15-30 of lunar calendar).

Vietnamese contestant finishes fourth at Miss Global 2023

Doan Thu Thuy, the Vietnamese representative to Miss Global 2023, won the fourth runner-up title in the grand final of the competition held in Cambodia on January 18 evening.

Hanoi prepares for grand fireworks on Lunar New Year’s Eve

The fireworks will last for fifteen minutes from 12:00 AM on February 10.

ICT infrastructure planning for the period 2021-30 approved, vision to 2050

The Decision aims to develop a synchronous, modern postal network linking the real world and the digital world, part of the essential infrastructure of the country and the digital economy.

Hoang Sa – sacred part of Vietnam’s territory

Hoang Sa (Paracels) and Truong Sa (Spratlys), like integral pieces of Vietnamese blood and flesh, form part of the country’s territory, which is an immutable truth cherished by the Vietnamese people for generations.

Vietnamese, Hungarian PMs hold talks

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with his Hungarian counterpart Viktor Orban in Budapest on January 18 afternoon (local time) as part of his official visit to the European nation from January 18-20.

Vietnam names additional 29 artifacts national treasures

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on January 18 signed a decision recognising an additional 29 artifacts as national treasures.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 19/2024

Rice exports to be driven by high prices, stable markets

Hanoi – world’s 144th most liveable city: ECA

Hanoi moved up 16 places to 144th in a global ranking of the world's most liveable cities.

Harvesting Dong leaves for tasty Tet holiday treats

The farming of Dong leaves has long been practiced by local people for centuries and passed down from generation to generation.