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Thanh Nha among six young Asian stars to watch at Women’s World Cup 2023

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has listed Nguyen Thi Thanh Nha as one of the six young Asian stars to watch at the upcoming 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Phu Quoc: Vietnam’s first island city

Established in January 2021, Phu Quoc island city in the southern province of Kien Giang is expected to become an international center of tourism, resorts, trade and technology by 2040.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JULY 19/2023

Vietnam ranked 4th among safest places for retirees in Asia

Google restores image of national flag on Truong Sa Lon Island

The image of the Vietnamese national flag on the roof of a hall on Truong Sa Lon Island was shown in the Google Maps app on July 18 morning.

Four foreign tourists killed as coach overturns on mountain pass

Four Chinese tourists were killed and many others hurt after a coach overturned on Khanh Le pass in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa on July 18 afternoon.

Vocational training institutions in crisis

The current system of vocational schools features poor management, accompanied by a lack of funds, and failure in student recruitment, hence teaching facilities and equipment are not invested.

Night-time economy: more than just dining, walking streets, or night markets

Large tourism centers in Vietnam have piloted plans to develop a night-time economy, but they have only focused on food and, at times, entertainment services. Vietnam still lacks attractive evening products for foreign travelers.

Quirky tunnel-like alleys at the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter

Despite its dense and compact living space, the Old Quarter has the charm of a “living tradition” in the eyes of visitors: full of energy, creative chaos, and dazzling colors.

Will VN benefit from major rice producers’ export bans?

India, which provides 40 percent of global rice exports, is considering prohibiting the sale of rice abroad. The move may affect the global market and lead to an increase in Vietnam’s rice exports.

Ministry to focus on removing difficulties for the real estate market in H2

The Ministry of Construction will focus on removing legal bottlenecks for the real estate market and promoting social housing developments in the second half of this year.

50% of one bank's shares sold, businesses change hands, stock assets fluctuate

Just within one trading session, half of the shares of a bank were transferred last week. Large transactions are always associated with big changes in shareholder and  leadership structure.

Cities to become hubs for int'l air transit in ASEAN by 2050: master plan

Vietnam is expected to have two regional hubs for international air transit by 2050 - Hanoi and HCM City, according to the national airport master plan announced by the Ministry of Transport last week.

VN e-commerce entering new stage of development: sustainability

E-commerce is one of the engines of the digital economy, and its development is becoming an imperative, experts said.

Tourism industry’s efforts to attract and retain foreign holidaymakers

The Vietnamese tourism industry is seeking to attract and retain foreign visitors ahead in the second half of the year and beyond, particularly amid the spending of holidaymakers remaining modest.

Country to promote environmental protection in Da Lat

Da Lat is a city famous for its nature, mild climate, and flowers blooming year-round, but it is now coping with harsh natural disasters.

Enhancing understanding between peoples, promoting peace and progress

Ambassador, Head of the Vietnamese Delegation to the UN Dang Hoang Giang emphasized the Buddha's great and humane thought on social class discrimination is the source and principle of equality, freedom and peace.

Unusual job: 'Peeling' tree trunks to collect wine

Planting trees is not only for fruit or wood but also for wine.

VN's rice and coffee acutely vulnerable from El Nino: HSBC economists

Vietnam's farm produce such as rice and coffee is acutely vulnerable to El Nino.

Hotels up for sale, though tourists are returning

Despite an impressive increase in the number of domestic and foreign travelers in the first six months, accommodations are still in distress, and many 4-5-star hotels have been put up for sale.

International media suggests five ways to travel across Hoi An, Da Nang, and Hue

Central cities like Hue, Hoi An, and Da Nang are essential stops for anyone looking to put together a Vietnam itinerary, as each of these cities highlights the different elements of what makes Vietnam so special.