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Infrastructure inevitable to Vietnam’s digital economy

Vietnam should be well-positioned with its sound technical infrastructure to boost its digital economy, Assoc.Prof Yen Tran, lecturer on innovation and international startup at the University of Edinburgh Business School, has said.

Vietnam meets 2023 target of foreign visitors​

The total number of international tourists in 2023 is estimated at 12.5 million, meeting the target of 12.5-13 million international arrivals.

Banks have money but businesses lack capital

By the end of November, credit had grown by 9.15 percent compared with late 2022, far below the targeted 14-15 percent set earlier this year.

HCM City sets up first Ao Dai Association

Ho Chi Minh City set up its Ao Dai Association, the first of its kind.

Specialized mechanisms required to unlock Hanoi's development potential

In light of a resource shortage for Hanoi's development, economic experts are calling for the implementation of specialised mechanisms to revolutionise the mobilisation of funds beyond the budgetary constraints.

Performing arts help promote tourism

Experts from UNESCO believe that the performing arts help improve people-to-people exchanges and promote tourism in Hanoi.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 21/2023

National Innovation Centre runs on ABB smart building technology

Stock market expects growth in 2024 with lower interest rates

Vietnam’s stock market poised for growth in 2024 supported by lower interest rates and improved business performance.

Vietnamese beauty makes Top 12 Best National Costume at Miss Earth 2023

Local representative Do Thi Lan Anh is among the Top 12 finalists in the Best National Costume sub-contest at the Miss Earth 2023 pageant, which is currently underway in Da Lat.

Liem honoured as world blitz champion in FIDE’s history

The World Chess Federation (FIDE) has listed the winners from throughout the history of the world blitz chess championship, including local chess player Le Quang Liem who won a title back in 2013.

Standards and certifications key to VN’s entry into global Halal market

In a bid to awaken Vietnam's dormant potential in the global Halal market, experts emphasized the crucial role of standards and certifications during a symposium held on Wednesday in Hanoi.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 21/2023

Vietnam makes urgent call for ceasefire, protection of civilians in Gaza Strip

Vietnamese arrivals in Japan set record high in 11 months of 2023

The number of Vietnamese visitors to Japan in the first 11 months of 2023 reached a new record 536,800, surpassing the previous record of 495,051 visitors achieved in 2019, according to statistics of the Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO).

HOZO Super Fest 2023 to hit stage in HCMC

The HCMC’s third Ho Do International Music Festival 2023 featuring exciting music performances with the participation of ten international singers and music bands along with 14 Vietnamese artists will ring the New Year from December 22-24.

Rare wildlife captured in Vu Quang National Park through camera traps

Through 85 camera traps in Vu Quang National Park in Ha Tinh Province, 58 rare and endangered wildlife species have been captured, including nine endemic species to the Truong Son Range.

Pressure about oil field depletion lessens, signs of recovery appear

Oil fields in Vietnam are nearing depletion, causing crude oil output to decrease rapidly in recent years. However, the situation is expected to improve as optimistic signs have appeared.

VN-Index returns to threshold of 1,100 points

The market inched higher on Wednesday, with the VN-Index returning to the 1,100-point level.

Inspections on food safety and hygiene in 10 localities during Tet

The inspection plan aims to ensure food safety and hygiene of food commonly used during the lunar New Year.

Regional minimum wage to increase by 6 per cent next year

The National Wage Council on Wednesday gave the green light to lifting the regional minimum wage by 6 per cent next year.

VinFuture Prize 2023 honours 4 scientists

The US$3 million Grand Prize was awarded to four scientists for their inventions that help create a sustainable platform for green energy through production with solar cells and storage with Lithium-ion batteries.