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Business etiquette training in Vietnam sees surge

Business etiquette courses, still a relatively new concept in Vietnam, are gaining traction as companies invest heavily to elevate their staff’s interpersonal skills.

Que Anh opens up about scandal and experience at Miss Grand International 2024

Vietnam’s representative Que Anh shared her perspective on the recent Miss Grand International 2024 scandal, remaining focused on the competition without being involved in the conflict.

Johann Chua triumphs over Ko Pin Yi to win Hanoi Open Pool Championship 2024

Johann Chua of the Philippines defeated Ko Pin Yi 13-7 in the final of the Hanoi Open Pool Championship 2024, securing the championship title and $30,000 prize.

Viettel to install four new under sea cables

The Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group (Viettel) has announced plans to launch its 5G network across all 63 provinces this month, improving connectivity nationwide.

Vietnamese, Chinese leaders urge businesses to strengthen economic ties

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Chinese Premier Li Qiang attended the Vietnam-China business workshop in Hanoi on October 13, where they urged businesses of both nations to strengthen economic ties and drive sustainable development.

Viettel to officially launch first 5G network service in Vietnam

The Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group (Viettel) will officially launch the first 5G service in Vietnam on October 15, with faster internet speeds and ultra-low latency.

Vietnam’s overseas investment declines in nine months

Vietnam's overseas investment, including new and adjusted capital, amounted to 189.6 million USD, down 54.5% year-on-year, according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment’s Foreign Investment Agency.

One fifth of State-owned enterprises report losses in 2023

A total of 134 out of 671 State-owned enterprises had reported cumulative losses amounting to 115.3 trillion VND (4.6 billion USD) in 2023.

Vietnam’s average IELTS score falls in 2023-2024, only 1% score above 8.5

In 2023-2024, Vietnam’s average IELTS score was 6.2, with Listening and Speaking skills scoring below the global average.

Vietnam needs to diversify supply chains for sustainable growth: economists

In addition to diversification efforts, improving resilience to natural disasters is also a key factor in Vietnam's sustainable development strategy.

National Forestry Planning announced

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has set a target of reaching a stable national forest cover rate of 42-43%, focusing on improving forest quality by 2030.

15th ASEAN Senior Official Meeting on Sports opens in Vinh Phuc

The 15th ASEAN Senior Official Meeting on Sports (SOMS-15) opened in the northern province of Vinh Phuc on October 14, drawing the participation of 70 delegates from ten ASEAN member states, Timor Leste, Japan, China, ASEAN Secretariat and partners.

Vietnam makes global list of top 20 tourist destinations in 2024

Vietnam has made it to the list of the world’s best travel destinations, according to the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards.

General Secretary, President To Lam appoints 16 ambassadors for 2024-2027 term

On October 14, at the Presidential Palace, General Secretary and President To Lam handed over appointment decisions to 16 newly appointed Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for the 2024-2027 term.

Phu Duc triumphs in Olympia 2024, credits perseverance and clever tactics

Vo Quang Phu Duc, a student from Quoc Hoc High School for the Gifted in Thua Thien – Hue Province, has won the 2024 Olympia final thanks to his grit and smart strategy.

Nguyen Pastel’s chalk paintings bring serenity and healing to viewers

Nguyen Pastel, a young artist who won third prize at the National Young Artists Festival, exhibits his unique and healing chalk paintings that captivate and soothe viewers.

Heart disease surpasses cancer as leading cause of death in Vietnam

With over 200,000 deaths annually, heart disease claims more lives in Vietnam than cancer, especially among younger adults.

Infamous drug lord Oanh 'Ha' leads million-dollar drug trafficking ring

Investigators have uncovered that the drug trafficking operation led by infamous crime boss Vu Hoang Oanh, known as Oanh 'Ha', handled approximately 1,400 billion VND (over $57 million) worth of drugs.

Than Nong Tower in Bac Ninh achieves world record for agricultural symbolism

The Than Nong Tower, representing the deity of rice civilization, has been awarded the World Record for its unique structure, assembled from 1,012 stone mortars and standing 15 meters tall in Bac Ninh.

Loc Troi’s financial troubles: Was former CEO Duy Thuan the turning point?

Loc Troi, a company that dominated the agricultural industry for decades, is now reeling from financial losses, risky strategies, and an investigation into former CEO Nguyen Duy Thuan, who faces accusations of misconduct.