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VinFast: momentary lightning or beginning of a new legend?

VinFast’s capitalization value has soared to $160 billion, surpassing a number of famous automobile manufacturers. This may have been a flash of lightning in the American financial sky, and could also be the beginning of a new myth.

Housing prices still pricey despite tepid market activity

Though housing market activity remains tepid, people increasingly find the cost unaffordable.

Vietnamese parents uneasy as children spend too much time on social media

Instead of prohibiting access to the internet, parents should offer guidance to their children on how to use social media in a responsible way, and make the best use of features that control the time for access to the platforms.

Construction of Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Parks in Thai Binh, Ha Tinh allowed

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang recently signed a decision approving the investment policy for a project on building and operating the infrastructure of the Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP) in the northern province of Thai Binh.

Ho Chi Minh City to host large culinary festival for tourists

A food festival to honour Vietnamese culinary culture is set to be held in Ho Chi Minh City on October 20 - 22 in order to unveil Vietnam’s culinary map with a record of 126 delicious dishes from 63 provinces across the country.

Hanoi to host Tourism Gift Festival in October

The Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2023 will be organised from October 6-8 in the capital city as part of a series of activities to mark the 69th anniversary of its Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2023).

Action, horror movies hit cinemas this national holiday

Vietnamese filmmakers are releasing new movies to entertain audiences during the National Day (September 2) holiday, which falls on September 1-4.

Experts warn personal data leaks with animated image editing photo apps

Cybersecurity experts have warned of the risks of personal data leaks after a surge in sharing photos on an application that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create animated images for entertainment.

Ministry proposes support to under-75 non-pensioners

The Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) has proposed the provision of support to people who pay social insurance premiums for less than 15 years and are not eligible for pension benefits.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS AUGUST 30/2023

Programme launched, calling on start-ups to address issues

HCM City to celebrate National Day with festivities

HCM City will host two fireworks displays to celebrate the 78th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

Conservation of Ha Long Bay iconic rocks to comply with world convention

Authorities are quickly taking measures to minimise direct impacts on and maintain the stability of Hon Trong Mai in line with Vietnam’s regulations and the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage

Liver cancer causes highest death among cancers in VN

The number accounts for 21 per cent of the deaths caused by cancer in the country. The data was revealed by the VN National Cancer Hospital at a recent event named “Correct understanding of liver cancer”.

GBA Oktoberfest 2023 touring three cities in Vietnam

Oktoberfest, the annual German beer and food festival and the biggest of its kind in Southeast Asia, is returning to three cities in Vietnam this year, according to the German Business Association (GBA).

Southern seaport industry attractive to foreign investors

With a series of seaport infrastructure projects being implemented in the Southern Key Economic Zone, the seaport industry is promising in attracting more foreign investment.

Vietnam’s coconut export to reach US$1 billion in 2025: insider

Vietnam’s coconut export are expected to reach 1 billion USD in 2025 after the US and China agree to allow Vietnamese coconuts to enter the two markets, according to President of the Vietnam Coconut Association Nguyen Thi Kim Thanh.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES AUGUST 30/2023

Deputy PM urges greater efforts to remove EC yellow card on IUU fishing

Investing in grassroots healthcare to ensure equality in medical treatment

In Vietnam, grassroots healthcare is the foundation, playing an important role because it is an easy-to-access place with low cost and social justice, reducing overload for hospitals at higher levels.

Roadmap set for Electricity Regulatory Authority to be managed by MOIT

The government has finally determined the new status for the Electricity Regulatory Authority of Vietnam (A0).

Farm exports soar, Ministry requests stricter supervision over produce quality

The demand for Vietnam’s farm produce is increasing in many markets, especially China. However, the markets have become choosier, requiring stricter phytosanitary measures.