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Hanoi to build second airport in 2040

Hanoi has approved the planning of a second airport with the construction expected to be started in 2040 and completed in 2050.

Fine art ceramic exports in November hit highest level

Vietnam’s fine art ceramic exports in November reached the highest level over the past year with US$18.0 million, representing an increase of 30.9% from the previous month, according to figures given by the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

Beauty of traditional weaving village in central Ninh Thuan

The traditional craft has existed for centuries in the village. Over the years, local people have been weaving cloth on handlooms according to traditional methods that helps preserve the Chăm culture.

Dak Glei holds medicinal herb, livestock and OCOP product fair

On the evening of December 8, the opening ceremony of Dak Glei District Medicinal Materials, Livestock and OCOP Product Market 2023 was held by the Dak Glei District People's Committee.

BridgeFest Music Festival moves to HCM City

The annual BridgeFest Music Festival was held on Nguyen Hue Street in HCM City on Saturday night, attracting thousands of people.

Saigon Urban Street Fest brings street art to city downtown

German and Vietnamese artists are dazzling residents and tourists in HCM City with dozens of performances at the Saigon Urban Street Fest taking place in front of the Post Office until December 10.

NA leader launches Vietnam Town in Thai province

National Assembly Chairman Vương Đình Huệ described the opening of the Vietnam Town as a new imprint of VN in Thailand.

NA Chairman meets with Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vương Đình Huệ had a meeting with Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida in Bangkok on December 8 as part of his ongoing visit to Thailand.

HCM City legislature passes major socio-economic resolutions

The HCM City People’s Council has passed a number of key socio-economic resolutions aimed at addressing the city’s challenges and driving growth in 2024.

Ministries, localities urged to roll out measures to increase foreign investment

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang has asked ministries, sectors and localities to promptly implement solutions to strengthen foreign investment attraction, according to a document released by the Government Office.

Vietnam elected as Vice Chair of UNESCO's key committee

Vietnam was elected as the Vice Chair of the UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage on December 8 during the committee's 18th session in Kasane, Botswana.

Vietnamese doctors provide free health check-ups for people in Laos

Doctors from the HCMC-based Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine have provided free health check-ups and medicines for disadvantaged Vietnamese and locals living in Khammouane during a programme in the central Lao province from December 5-10.

Hoi An a top pick for New Year holiday for local tourists

The ancient city of Hoi An is a favourite hotspot among Vietnamese tourists for the upcoming New Year holiday, according to Booking.com.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 9/2023

Vietnam-U.S. trade exceeds US$100 bln in 11 months of 2023

Ha Tinh promotes relationships with embassies, int’l organizations

Ha Tinh province maintains cooperative relationships with provinces of Laos, and focuses on socio-economic development cooperation and strengthens cooperation with provinces that share roads 8 and 12 of Vietnam - Laos - Thailand.

Derivative products from books: Untapped potential

Apart from conventional forms such as movies and plays, there is a wealth of derivative products stemming from books, yielding significant economic value. However, only a limited number of domestic publishing entities show interest in this field.

Street-front shops see fewer customers as livestreams sell counterfeit goods

Hanoi's Ninh Hiep Market, known as a ‘metropolis’ of products that have unclear origin, is experiencing gloomy days because of a lack of customers. But livestream sessions can close thousands of sales each day.

Coffee exports likely to rake in US$5 billion in 2024 amid rising prices

Vietnamese coffee exports in the 2023 to 2024 crop year are anticipated to reach between US$4.5 billion and US$5 billion thanks to continued coffee export prices in the global market, according to industry insiders.

African student studies technology in Hanoi, loves Vietnam’s history

Impressed by lessons about heroic and resilient Vietnamese people in battles against foreign invaders, Oraiden Manuel Sabonete dreamed of landing his foot in Vietnam one day.

Vietnam carefully reviewing 3 scenarios for North-South high-speed railway

The construction of the North-South high-speed railway attracts much attention from experts, especially after the introduction of the third scenario.The Government is carefully considering the positives of each method before reaching a final decision