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Number of Chinese visitors to Vietnam increases slowly, lags far behind Thailand

Although Chinese authorities have allowed Chinese to travel to Vietnam in groups from March 15, the number of visitors has increased slowly, with about 400,000 Chinese tourists in the past five months.

Japanese dolls go on display in Da Nang

An exhibition of Japanese dolls celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Vietnam will open at the central city’s Fine Arts Museum on May 30.

International chess masters to play in Da Nang

The city’s culture and sports department said the tournament will see chess masters playing in a round-robin in four groups, with two top each qualifying in the quarter-finals.

380 new species discoveries in the Greater Mekong region: WWF report

With many of the species already under threat of extinction from human activities, WWF is calling on governments in the region to increase protection for these rare, amazing creatures and their habitats.

VN consumers, businesses urged to join fight against counterfeit sold online

Consumers and businesses are called on to join authorities to curb counterfeit, fake, and smuggled goods on online shopping platforms, particularly as e-commerce has been thriving strongly in Vietnam.

Vietnam wins four silver medals at Asia-Pacific Informatics Olympiad 2023

Six Vietnamese students participating in the Asia-Pacific Informatics Olympiad 2023 won 4 silver and 2 bronze medals.

Devalued by billions of dollars, shares face transaction restrictions

VNZ shares of VNG, a tech unicorn, were added to the restricted trading list after the company was late in submitting its financial report. The VNZ price has plummeted by 45 percent from its peak, but is still the highest-priced in the stock market.

Livestock industry's small farms in distress, big farms deep in debt

Having to sell fowl and pigs below production costs, many farmers are crippled with debt. Even big players in the animal husbandry are incurring big losses.

Vietnam posts trade surplus of 9.8 billion USD in five months

Vietnam’s import-export value in the first five months of this year was estimated at 262.54 billion USD, down 14.7% year-on-year, with a trade surplus of 9.8 billion USD, the General Statistics Office (GSO) announced on May 29.

Anh Vien: From champion swimmer to inspirational swimming coach

Now, in a new role akin to a swimming ambassador, Anh Vien is eager to share her knowledge and expertise with children, teenagers, adults, and even older individuals, introducing them to the joy of swimming and fostering a love for the sport.

International arrivals in Vietnam surge over 12-fold year on year

Vietnam has welcomed nearly 4.6 million international arrivals in the first five months of 2023, soaring 12.6-fold from the same period last year, the General Statistics Office (GSO) said on May 29.

Vietnam NASA Space Week takes shape on the horizon

The first-ever Vietnam NASA Space Week will be held in Ho Chi Minh City and Hau Giang and Binh Dinh provinces in the South from June 5-9, heard a press conference on May 29.

CAAV proposes 2-month pilot of eID accounts for air passengers

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) will pilot the use of level 2 electronic identification (eID) authentication for air passengers at airports nationwide from June 1 to August 1.

Soldiers and sailors ready for any medical emergency at sea

In the Truong Sa islands, where there is a turbulent sea, the medical team has been a reliable support for the local fishermen, officials, and soldiers on the islands for many years.

Over 77,000 computers in Vietnam suffer data encryption in 7 months: Bkav

More than 77,000 computers in Vietnam have suffered data encryption since December 2022, according to Bkav – a leading Vietnamese technology corporation that specialises in cyber security and software.

Vietnamese airlines to launch more international air routes

Vietnamese airlines have announced plans to open more international air routes this summer.

Bringing back international travelers

Vietnam needs an effective short-term marketing campaign to attract international tourists from key source markets, especially those with untapped potential.

Agro-forestry-aquatic product exports drop 11% in five months

Agro-forestry-aquatic product exports were estimated at 20.26 billion USD in the first five months of 2023, down 11.1% year on year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).

Biting the bullet

Flagging demand has compelled manufacturers to reduce their production and workforce.

Colorful paper masks in Hoi An

In the central city of Hoi An is a house on Bach Dang Street that is home to hundreds of colorful paper masks made by artist Bui Quy Phong, who has devoted his whole life to these masks.