Cooperation

NA Vice Chairman hosts California State Treasurer

09:04 | 14/11/2024 Cooperation

Vietnam considers the US a key strategic partner and prioritises expanding cooperation with the American country at the global, regional and bilateral spheres, with a higher degree of mutual understanding and trust, National Assembly Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai said.

Sweden willing to cooperate with Việt Nam: Swedish top legislator

14:36 | 13/11/2024 Cooperation

State Vice President of Việt Nam Võ Thị Ánh Xuân suggested Sweden encourage the remaining European Union (EU) member states to promptly ratify the EU-Việt Nam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA), and urge the EU to lift its “yellow card” warning against Việt Nam's seafood exports.

PM's Certificate of merit presented to member of Japan's House of Representatives

09:25 | 13/11/2024 Cooperation

Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Pham Quang Hieu on November 12 presented Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's Certificates of merit to Yoichiro Aoyagi, a member of the Japanese House of Representatives, and the organizing board of the Vietnam Festival at Yoyogi Park for their contributions to Vietnam-Japan relations.

Vietnam, Chile look to advance bilateral ties

07:42 | 12/11/2024 Cooperation

Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and President of Chile Gabriel Boric Font discussed measures to enhance the relationship between the two countries, making it more intensive, substantive, and pragmatic, towards advancing it to a higher level, during their talks in Santiago de Chile on November 11 morning (local time).

Vietnamese, Peruvian Presidents seek measures to deepen relations

10:36 | 14/11/2024 Cooperation

Vietnam’s State President Luong Cuong and his Peruvian counterpart Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra shared the view on the development of the two countries’ relations, with increasing high-level dialogues and political trust, and progress in economic-trade ties, during their talks in Lima.

Vietnam, Peru issue joint declaration

10:31 | 14/11/2024 Cooperation

Vietnam and Peru on November 13 issued a Joint declaration on the enhancement of bilateral relations on the occasion of the official visit to Peru from November 12-14 by State President Luong Cuong and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam at the invitation of Peruvian President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarr.

Vietnam, India enhance comprehensive strategic partnership

09:08 | 14/11/2024 Cooperation

New Delhi - Politburo member, President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA), and Chairman of the Central Theory Council Nguyen Xuan Thang paid a working visit to India from November 11-13.

State President visits late Chilean President's family

10:02 | 11/11/2024 Cooperation

State President Luong Cuong on November 10 evening (local time) visited the home of late Chilean President Salvador Allende, a great friend of President Ho Chi Minh and the Vietnamese people as part of his official visit to Chile.

Vietnam, India fortify traditional friendship, multifaceted cooperation

16:39 | 10/11/2024 Cooperation

A delegation from the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), led by General Secretary of its Central Committee Nguyen Thi Thu Ha, is paying a working visit to India from November 7-11 to bolster the traditional friendship and multifaceted collaboration between the two nations.

Vice President’s visit to enhance Vietnam-Czech Republic multifaceted collaboration: diplomat

21:50 | 09/11/2024 Cooperation

The official visit to the Czech Republic from November 13-16 by Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan, taking place when both countries are looking forward to celebrating the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations in early 2025, will help create new momentum to lift the bilateral traditional friendship and multi-faceted cooperation to a higher level.

Vietnam makes practical contributions to regional multilateral cooperation mechanisms: Deputy FM

15:29 | 09/11/2024 Cooperation

A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has made concrete and substantive contributions to regional multilateral cooperation mechanisms, remarked Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Thanh Binh.

State President’s visit to forge deeper ties with Chile, Peru

15:43 | 08/11/2024 Cooperation

State President Luong Cuong’s official visits to Chile and Peru and attendance at the 2024 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Lima from November 9 – 16 will help consolidate the traditional friendship and enhance political confidence with the two nations and the Latin American region while deepening the relationship with the APEC member states, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Hang.

Vietnam and Chile to further deepen comprehensive partnership

14:41 | 08/11/2024 Cooperation

Vietnamese President Luong Cuong on November 8 began an official visit to Chile at the invitation of Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font, aiming to foster new momentum, deepen the comprehensive partnership between the two countries, and make it more effective and practical.

PM Chính proposes six key areas to drive ACMECS forward

09:22 | 08/11/2024 Cooperation

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính suggested six proposals to drive ACMECS forward in the future.

Vietnamese PM proposes ways to foster CLMV cooperation

08:42 | 08/11/2024 Cooperation

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has presented a vision for the future of Cambodia - Laos - Myanmar - Vietnam (CLMV) cooperation, proposing some suggestions aimed at fostering a dynamic region of sustainable development.

PM’s trip to promote cooperation among Vietnamese, Chinese localities

11:13 | 07/11/2024 Cooperation

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s working sessions in China are expected to contribute to promoting the friendly neighbourliness and the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries as well as the “Vietnam-China Community with a shared future that carries strategic significance” ,making bilateral ties deeper, more comprehensive, and sustainable.

Việt Nam commits to promoting ACMECS cooperation

16:21 | 06/11/2024 Cooperation

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính’s participation at the 10th Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) Summit aims to send out the message that Việt Namconsistently values and contributes to promoting cooperation mechanisms in the Mekong sub-region, creating breakthroughs for the development of sub-regional cooperation in the new period.

Singapore desires to lift ties with Vietnam to highest level in 2025

10:13 | 06/11/2024 Cooperation

Singapore desires to elevate its relationship with Vietnam to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2025, ambassador Jaya Ratnam told Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee Secretary Nguyen Van Nen at a reception in the city on November 5.

Business association launched to enhance Vietnam - Belgium economic ties

10:03 | 06/11/2024 Cooperation

The Vietnam Business Association in Belgium (VBAB) was officially set up on November 3, marking a milestone in the economic relations between the two countries.

Vietnam seeks stronger legislative ties with Canada

09:01 | 05/11/2024 Cooperation

Vietnam values its relationship with Canada and hopes to work together to strengthen their comprehensive partnership for mutual benefit, contributing to peace, stability, and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific and globally, National Assembly Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai told Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Perry Shawn Steil.

PM’s participation at regional summits sends important messages: Deputy FM

08:42 | 05/11/2024 Cooperation

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s attendance at the 8th Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Summit, the 10th Ayeyawady - Chao Phraya - Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) Summit, and the 11th Cambodia-Laos-Myanmar-Vietnam (CLMV) Cooperation Summit aims to send out important messages to the sub-region, the region, as well as the international community, stated Deputy Foreign Minister Pham Thanh Binh.

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Government approves investment policy to build Cam Lien Industrial Park in Quang Binh

16:57 | 18/11/2024 Investment

On November 16, the leader of the Quang Binh Provincial Economic Zone Management Board said that the Government had just approved the investment policy for Cam Lien Industrial Park.

VIB, Flywire partner to streamline cross-border payments for students from Vietnam

16:46 | 18/11/2024 Finance-Banking

Vietnam International Bank (VIB) has announced a partnership with Flywire, a global payments enablement and software company based in Boston, to enable Vietnamese payers to digitally pay international education-related fees in their local currency to higher education institutions all over the world.

Party leader requests extra efforts to fulfill education, training reform goal

16:15 | 18/11/2024 Society

Hanoi – Party General Secretary To Lam attended a meeting with outstanding teachers and education managers in Hanoi on November 18, during which he asked for stronger efforts to complete the goal of education and training reform.

Rubber exports to Malaysia grow by triple digits

15:58 | 18/11/2024 Trade

In October, Việt Nam shipped 7,260 tonnes of rubber to Malaysia, generating US$11.47 million in revenue, marking an impressive year-on-year increase of 861 per cent in volume and 1,240 per cent in value.

Cat Bi International Airport cargo terminal expected operational by early 2026

15:24 | 18/11/2024 Society

(VEN) - On November 16^th, the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) coordinated with Hai Phong City People’s Committee to start the construction of the Cat Bi International Airport Cargo Terminal Construction Investment Project.

Multimedia

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Nhon - Hanoi Station elevated urban railway comes into operation

09:04 | 18/11/2024 Infographic

The elevated section of the pilot Nhon - Hanoi Station urban railway project has officially entered commercial operation, three months after its debut. This marks a pioneering step toward green transformation, laying the foundation for the capital's public and sustainable transportation development.

Key facts on G20 and Vietnam's participation

09:42 | 17/11/2024 Infographic

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is leading a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam to attend the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from November 16 to 19 at the invitation of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Vietnam - Brazil Comprehensive Partnership

19:17 | 16/11/2024 Infographic

During his trip to attend the 2024 G20 Summit in Brazil from November 16 to 19, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will also take part in bilateral activities in Rio de Janeiro. The visit coincides with the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations (May 8, 1989 – May 8, 2024) and the 17th anniversary of the comprehensive partnership (May 2007 – May 2024) between Vietnam and Brazil, marked by a series of meaningful and diverse events.

Key socio-economic development targets for 2025

10:24 | 16/11/2024 Infographic

On November 12, 2024, the National Assembly passed the resolution on the 2025 socio-economic development plan, prioritising growth based on macroeconomic stability, inflation control, and maintaining major economic balances. The resolution sets a GDP growth target of 6.5-7%, aiming to reach 7-7.5%.

Seven commodities with export value of over 10 billion USD

09:20 | 15/11/2024 Infographic

Seven commodities of Vietnam posted an export value of over 10 billion USD in the first 10 months of this year, accounting for over 66.5% of the country's total export turnover.

Policy

Vietnam pledges to make more contributions to APEC cooperation

09:46 | 17/11/2024 Policy

Lima – Vietnam will continue actively contributing to and effectively implementing cooperation orientations and directions of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), State President Luong Cuong affirmed while addressing the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Lima, Peru, on November 16 (local time).

Amending the Law on Electricity to unlock resources for energy security and net zero emissions

10:04 | 16/11/2024 Policy

The draft amendment to the Law on Electricity, which is on the agenda at the current session of the National Assembly, would be a bold step for Việt Nam towards ensuring national energy security and achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

Ambassador highlights importance of PM Phạm Minh Chính’s Brazil trip

14:19 | 15/11/2024 Policy

In an interview granted to the press ahead of Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính’s trip to Brazil for the event, the diplomat said the trip is of significance in different aspects.

PM urged parliament to pass legislation to ensure sufficient electricity, restart nuclear projects

09:47 | 13/11/2024 Policy

The Government leader noted that electricity demand is expected to rise rapidly, with a projected increase of about 12–13 per cent in 2025 and even higher in subsequent years.

Industry & Trade

Residents support restarting Ninh Thuận Nuclear Project, call for clear roadmap

14:46 | 18/11/2024 Energy

Local residents expressed their hope that the project will be implemented with a clear, coordinated timeline and that it will bring transformative development to the province.

Vietnam to become new market for global tech giants in semiconductor industry

09:13 | 18/11/2024 Industry

Vietnam is likely to become a key market attracting major players in the semiconductor industry, especially following Donald Trump’s landslide victory in the recent US presidential election.

Nuclear power development projects to restart: MoIT

16:42 | 17/11/2024 Energy

The MoIT also said that the development of nuclear power of any scale must align with the direction of the Party and the State, and all investments must comply with the Law on Atomic Energy.

Vietnam sees opportunities to attract investments in electronics support industries

12:37 | 17/11/2024 Support industries

As an investment attraction of numerous leading technology corporations, Vietnam sees many opportunities to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) into electronic components manufacturing.

Investment

Government approves investment policy to build Cam Lien Industrial Park in Quang Binh

16:57 | 18/11/2024 Investment

On November 16, the leader of the Quang Binh Provincial Economic Zone Management Board said that the Government had just approved the investment policy for Cam Lien Industrial Park.

Disbursement of public investment must be accelerated: Deputy PM

12:17 | 17/11/2024 Investment

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc has called on ministries, agencies, and localities to accelerate the disbursement of public investment from now until the year-end and further tighten investment management.

LG plans to pour further US$1 billion investment into Vietnam

10:42 | 16/11/2024 Investment

The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s LG Displays Co. Ltd has been licensed to raise its investment in a factory in Hai Phong city, northern Vietnam, by US$1 billion.

Long An province promotes investment and trade in France

09:34 | 15/11/2024 Investment

A Vietnam-France Investment and Trade Promotion Seminar was held in Paris on November 13 to strengthen connections and seek cooperation opportunities between the Mekong Delta province of Long An and France.

Finance-Banking

VIB, Flywire partner to streamline cross-border payments for students from Vietnam

16:46 | 18/11/2024 Finance-Banking

Vietcombank issues 2 trillion VND worth of green bonds for first time

18:55 | 16/11/2024 Finance-Banking

The Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank) has successfully issued 2 trillion VND worth of green bonds, the first of its kind, to support eco-friendly projects.

UK stands ready to help Vietnam build international financial hub

17:13 | 13/11/2024 Finance-Banking

The UK’s support for Vietnam in establishing an international financial hub is a significant development that reflects the growing economic ties between the two nations.

S&P affirms Techcombank’s BB- rating

10:10 | 11/11/2024 Finance-Banking

S&P Global Ratings has reaffirmed Techcombank’s issuer rating of BB- with a “stable” outlook, highlighting the bank’s robust profitability, stable capitalisation and strong asset quality.

Environment

Greening e-commerce crucial for sustainable development

10:47 | 18/11/2024 Environment

(VEN) - While e-commerce has emerged as a leading sector of the digital economy, driving economic growth and leading the digital transformation of businesses, it has also resulted in significant waste with adverse environmental impacts.

National Environmental Protection Plan ensures high quality living environment

08:59 | 18/11/2024 Environment

The plan aims to effectively conserve biodiversity and maintain ecological balance, proactively address climate change and promote a society that develops harmoniously with nature.

Super Typhoon Man-yi to move into East Sea on November 18

17:13 | 17/11/2024 Environment

Super Typhoon Man-yi is expected to batter the Philippines’ Luzon island on November 17 afternoon before moving into the East Sea hours later, becoming the ninth storm to affect Vietnam this year, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

Việt Nam proactively prepares for EUDR despite EU postponement

09:57 | 17/11/2024 Environment

The European Union (EU) has postponed the enforcement of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to December 31, 2025, aiming to ensure the sustainable management of imports and exports that do not contribute to deforestation or forest degradation.

Science - Technology

Hà Nội to host 2024 e-commerce and digital economy forum on November 21

17:23 | 17/11/2024 Science - Technology

The event aims to address the practical needs of businesses in the industrial and trade sectors as they navigate digital transformation.

Telecoms service providers invest in 4G, 5G technologies

17:20 | 17/11/2024 Science - Technology

Telecoms service providers in Vietnam are investing in 4G and 5G mobile phone connectivity infrastructure at the same time.

Việt Nam, US sign cooperation agreement on cybersecurity

09:02 | 15/11/2024 Science - Technology

The MOU is expected to strengthen the existing partnership between the US and Việt Nam, while also helping the US promote innovation and secure digital infrastructure as well as countering the growing cyber threats.

Viettel launches the world’s first O-RAN 5G Network

16:59 | 14/11/2024 Science - Technology

Viettel on Wednesday officially announced the commercial launch of its Open RAN (O-RAN) 5G Network, featuring key equipment developed in-house at the 5G Open RAN Connect conference held at the Viettel High Tech headquarters in Hà Nội.

Society

Party leader requests extra efforts to fulfill education, training reform goal

16:15 | 18/11/2024 Society

Cat Bi International Airport cargo terminal expected operational by early 2026

15:24 | 18/11/2024 Society

Nearly VND400 billion proposed for phase 1 of Hanoi’s intelligent transport system

14:24 | 18/11/2024 Society

(VEN) - Hanoi will implement its Intelligent Transport System (ITS) Project in three phases.

Vietnam’s efforts to promote gender equality

09:37 | 17/11/2024 Society

(VEN) - According to the Global Gender Gap Report 2024, Vietnam's gender equality ranking stands at 72^nd out of 146 countries, an improvement of 11 places compared to 2023.

Vietnamese Brands

Hòa Bình exports honey and pearl onions to UK

10:17 | 16/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

This shipment marks Hòa Bình Province's second export of processed agricultural products to the UK, and has a value exceeding VNĐ300 million (US$11,800).

Central province selects OCOP products to be promoted in the US

08:58 | 15/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The central provincial department of Agriculture and Rural Development has included ten OCOPs (One Commune One Product) – for promotion and introduction into the US market.

Hà Nội to host large-scale international fair for key industrial products in 2025

16:54 | 12/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The city will also organise a conference to connect 50-70 leading industrial product manufacturers with local universities and vocational training institutions.

Agriculture, craft village festival to be held in Hà Nội

16:49 | 12/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the agricultural culture of Hà Nội and purchase high-quality products with traceable origins.

Culture

Prime Minister joins Việt Nam Day in Brazil

11:09 | 18/11/2024 Culture

Chính highlighted the programme’s significance in celebrating 35 years of the Việt Nam-Brazil relations and the 112th anniversary of President Hồ Chí Minh’s stop in Rio de Janeiro during his journey to seek ways for national salvation.

Seminar helps fashion businesses identify future consumers

16:47 | 14/11/2024 Culture

Vietnamese fashion businesses discussed how to identify the consumer profiles and sentiments that will drive business growth in the coming years at a seminar held in Hà Nội on Monday.

Kiên Giang to host Khmer cultural festival

16:45 | 13/11/2024 Culture

The Cửu Long (Mekong Delta) province of Kiên Giang will host the 2024 Khmer Culture, Sports and Tourism Festival from November 13-16.

Two Vietnamese artists nominated for Grammy Awards

17:02 | 12/11/2024 Culture

Vietnamese-American singer Sangeeta Kaur, whose real name is Mai Xuân Loan, and director Bảo Nguyễn have been nominated for Grammy Awards this year.

Tourism

Tra Que named among world’s best tourism villages in 2024

11:20 | 18/11/2024 Tourism

Tra Que vegetable village in the central province of Quang Nam has become Vietnam's sole representative to earn a spot on the United Nations World Tourism Organisation's (UNWTO) 2024 list of the world’s 55 best tourism villages.

Quảng Ninh to attract more foreign tourists by year-end

16:52 | 14/11/2024 Tourism

The northeastern province of Quảng Ninh, home to Hạ Long bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is actively working to reach its target of 19 million visitors in 2024, including 3.5 million international arrivals.

Vietnam promotes int’l cooperation in MICE tourism development

14:47 | 14/11/2024 Tourism

(VEN) - MICE is a type of tourism that combines meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions organized by businesses for their staff, employees, and partners. Compared to other countries in the region, Vietnam is considered to have great potential for MICE tourism development.

2025 Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival to spotlight cultural heritage space

17:04 | 13/11/2024 Tourism

The 11th Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival will take place from June 7 - 9 next year, offering a great chance for the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa to promote and honour the beauty and immense value of its sea.