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State President joins the Central Military Commission

The Politburo has decided to appoint State President Vo Van Thuong to join the Standing Committee of the Central Military Commission of the Communist Party of Vietnam – the highest party organ on military policy in Vietnam.

’Barbie’ movie banned in VN for containing China’s nine dash line map

The movie was expected to hit screens from July 21, but cinema chains across the country have not included it in their upcoming screenings, sparking concerns of its availability.

Vinh International Airport temporarily closed for runway repair

Several flights had shifted their operations to Tho Xuan Airport in Thanh Hoa City from Vinh International Airport in Vinh City from 11 a.m. on July 3 after the airport was temporarily closed for runway repair.

Vietnam’s PMI recovers but still under 50

Manufacturers in Vietnam continued to struggle in the face of weak market demand as the second quarter drew to a close. Output and new orders fell again, with the former in part reflecting power outages caused by heatwaves, according to S&P Global.

EU increases tariff rate quota for steel imports

The European Union (EU) has decided to continue to increase its tariff rate quotas (TRQ) for steel imports from July 1 until the end of June 2024.

Vietnamese consumers remain cautious amid financial uncertainty - report

Local consumers in Vietnam are displaying a heightened sense of caution regarding their financial future, resulting in more prudent choices in saving, spending and investment, according to a recent report by Decision Lab.

Vietnamese noodles exempt from EU residue testing, subject to border controls

Vietnamese instant noodles exported to the EU will no longer require residue testing for ethylene oxide, but will still undergo 20 per cent border controls, according to the European Union.

Ninh Thuan native to represent Vietnam at Miss World Tourism 2023

Nguyen Giang Tien, 25 from the south central province of Ninh Thuan province is set to vie for Miss World Tourism 2023 title at a beauty pageant, scheduled to take place in Sri Lanka from July 20 to July 29.

Legendary violinist Fan Ting to perform in Hanoi

Legendary violinist Fan Ting of Hong Kong (China) along with celebrities will perform at a concert entitled “The International Classical Music Festival: From Beethoven to Rachmaninoff: A Romantic Era” this July.

Vietnam’s economic growth to recover in H2: IMF expert

Vietnam can return to high growth rates over the medium term, as structural reforms are implemented, Division Chief of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s Fiscal Affairs Department Paulo Medas has said.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (July 3-9/2023)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on July 3-9.

Nguyen Nhat Anh's book to be adapted for cinema

Ngày Xưa Có Một Chuyện Tình (Love Upon A Time), a novel by best-sellering author Nguyen Nhat Anh, will be adapted for film in a project by the private HK Film in co-operation with its partners in HCM City.

Fashion week promotes sustainable fashion in VN

International and Vietnamese designers will showcase their new collections using sustainable fabrics at the Aquafina VN International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Spring/Summer 2023.

Filip Nguyen signs as a goalkeeper for Hanoi Police FC

Filip Nguyen has become the most expensive player of the 2023 V.League 1 after signing a contract with Hanoi Police FC on June 30.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JULY 3/2023

Agro-forestry-aquatic product exports likely to post positive growth from Q4

Hanoi-based artist transforms garbage into shadow sculptures

While sculptures are often made out of materials such as wood, stone, clay, or metal, an artist in Hanoi is making sculptures out of shadows.

Five suspects in Dak Lak deadly terrorist attacks wanted

The Dak Lak Province’s Police Department announced that the five suspects are wanted for allegedly committing acts of “terrorist activities against the people’s administration”. Citizen’s arrest of the suspects has been permitted.

Vietnamese first internationally-winning director passes away, aged 90

Renowned director Bui Dinh Hac, who made history as the first-ever recipient of an international award for Vietnamese cinema, has passed away, aged 90.

More hot days expected in July this year

Vietnam is likely to experience slightly higher temperatures in July this year with one or two typhoons expected to hit the East Sea, according to the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting.

Young Mong stylist reconstructs ethnic costume

To highlight the beauty and authenticity of Mong culture, Chau Thi Nung and her collaborators have launched a fashion project that recreates the costumes worn by distinct Mong throughout VN.