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Entertainment and cultural events of the week (December 18-24/2023)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from December 18-24.

PM urges promote of credit lending to real estate businesses

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh yesterday signed to issue official Telegram No. 1376/CD-TTg on continuing to drastically, promptly and effectively implement solutions to sustainably promote the healthy development of the real estate market.

Japan pledges new loan for HCMC's metro line

Japan has just signed the fourth agreement with Vietnam to provide an additional VND7 trillion in official development assistance (ODA) for HCMC’s first metro line that connects Ben Thanh Market and Suoi Tien Theme Park.

Extension of economic support scheme needed to boost economic growth

World Bank (WB) experts underlined the need to extend the implementation of the economic support programme next year in order to allow its planned investments to be fully deployed amid the economy facing headwinds.

Vietnam to play friendly tie against Kyrgyzstan ahead of Asian Cup

The Vietnamese national men’s football team will play a friendly game against Kyrgyzstan on January 9, 2024, in Qatar before the start of the 2024 Asian Cup.

Local photographers among top 10 finalists of ViewSonic ColorPro

Three works produced by Vietnamese photographers have been listed among the top 10 finalists of the global photography contest ViewSonic ColorPro 2023.

Vietnam emerges as largest shrimp supplier to RoK market

Vietnam has become the largest supplier of all kinds of shrimp to the Republic of Korea during the past 10 months, with turnover reaching US$295.38 million, down 20% against the same period from last year, according to the International Trade Center.

First Arabic-Vietnamese dictionary debuts

The first Arabic-Vietnamese dictionary made its debut at an event to mark World Arabic Language Day (December 18) held by the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Vietnam in Hanoi on December 17.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS DECEMBER 18/2023

Kien Giang province to expand organic rice cultivation

VN accelerating efforts to mitigate plastic pollution through NPAP operation

As the year of 2024 approaches, the environmental ministry was committed to working with organisations and individuals to carry out actions towards stronger and more sustainable goals to reduce plastic pollution.

Hanoi in dire need of measures to curb air pollution

Urban residents in Hanoi have endured a dense mist for over a week, a consequence of the concerning air pollution that necessitates the city to implement proactive measures to safeguard public health.

Vietnam's rice exports expected to hit US$5 billion this year

Rice export volume and value during the first 11 months surpassed the figures of the entire 2022, and this year’s revenue is expected to reach US$5 billion, authorities said.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES DECEMBER 18/2023

PM calls for stronger ASEAN-Japan cooperation

Da Nang festival for foreigners brings memorable moments for visitors

A festival being held for foreigners named “Da Nang International Big Day-out 2023” got underway on December 16 and December 17 in the central city, with the event drawing plenty of attention from both locals and expats.

HCM City celebrates Christmas with British fare

The British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City has partnered with Annam Gourmet to launch the “GREAT Food for the Season” campaign, showcasing the rich variety of British food and drink products available in Vietnam.

Exhibition highlighting evolution of VN fashion opens in HCM City

An exhibition highlighting the trend of Vietnam’s fashion over the past two decades is opening in HCM City.

Aviation stocks get a boost as Vietnam-China cooperation strengthens

After struggling due to the pandemic and its lingering effects, aviation stocks are expected to have excellent prospects in the near future thanks to Vietnam’s promotion of cooperation with China.

Real estate market to recover in Q2 2024, accelerate in 2025

Vietnam's real estate market will bounce back starting from the second quarter of 2024, and prosper into 2025, experts have said.

Vietnam expects strong wave of Chinese investment

Vietnam is anticipated to emerge as a destination for Chinese enterprises in the near future, as investments from the neighbouring country have become increasingly diverse in areas such as energy, green development, and digital economy.

PM Pham Minh Chinh receives governors of Japanese prefectures

PM Pham Minh Chinh received the governors of the Japanese prefectures of Aichi, Tochigi, Niigata, Kanagawa, and Yamanashi in Tokyo on December 17.