New national environmental protection planning project eyes settlement of pollution Vietnam eyes building self-reliant, sustainable semiconductor ecosystem PM’s Brazil, Dominican Republic trip to highlight dynamic, reform-driven Vietnam Participation at G20 Summit affirms Vietnam's rising position, prestige in global arena: Diplomat Ambassador highlights importance of PM Phạm Minh Chính’s Brazil trip
More accurate forecasts at all levels needed to reduce coastal disaster risk

More accurate forecasts at all levels needed to reduce coastal disaster risk

15:07 | 04/11/2024 Environment

Establishing different warning levels for natural disaster risks will help minimise damage and overcome the consequences of natural disasters.
Nearly-98-million-USD environment project inaugurated in Ninh Thuan

Nearly-98-million-USD environment project inaugurated in Ninh Thuan

10:13 | 03/11/2024 Environment

The Phan Rang-Thap Cham city sub-project – part of the Coastal Cities Sustainable Environment Project funded by the World Bank Group was inauguarted in the south-central province of Ninh Thuan on November 2 with improved infrastructure works that can benefit 69,000 local residents.
Northern region to experience first cold weather of this winter

Northern region to experience first cold weather of this winter

14:30 | 31/10/2024 Environment

A strong cold spell is expected to intensify around next Monday, bringing scattered rain and a likelihood that the northern region will experience its first snap of lower temperatures.
Central Việt Nam prepares for intense rainfall and strong winds

Central Việt Nam prepares for intense rainfall and strong winds

09:33 | 29/10/2024 Environment

The National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting has issued a warning for heavy rain across central Việt Nam on Tuesday, particularly from southern Hà Tĩnh to Thừa Thiên-Huế.
Environment ministry calls for reassessment of Red River Basin flood safety measures

Environment ministry calls for reassessment of Red River Basin flood safety measures

09:29 | 08/11/2024 Environment

HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued a series of highly urgent priorities requiring immediate action concerning the operation of the interconnected reservoir system within the Hồng (Red) River basin.
The 2024 Vietwater & WETV exhibitions open in HCMC

The 2024 Vietwater & WETV exhibitions open in HCMC

14:37 | 06/11/2024 Environment

The international exhibitions on water supply, sanitation, water resources and purification (Vietwater 2024) and on waste treatment and environment technology (WETV 2024) have opened in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC).
Workshop looks to address environmental management issues in industrial areas

Workshop looks to address environmental management issues in industrial areas

16:34 | 05/11/2024 Environment

The State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) hosted a workshop in Hanoi on November 5, bringing together top auditors from ASEAN member states to share experience in handling environmental management challenges in industrial clusters and craft villages.
Typhoon Trami claims two lives, leaves one person missing

Typhoon Trami claims two lives, leaves one person missing

09:10 | 29/10/2024 Environment

CENTRAL REGION — Severe flooding, triggered by Typhoon Trami, has resulted in two fatalities in the central province of Thừa Thiên-Huế, with victims swept away by the deluge.
Kong-rey strengthens in East Sea, likely to become a super typhoon

Kong-rey strengthens in East Sea, likely to become a super typhoon

09:36 | 28/10/2024 Environment

Typhoon Kong-rey, currently near the Philippines, is forecast to intensify and possibly approach the East Sea, according to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Typhoon Trami makes landfall in central Vietnam

Typhoon Trami makes landfall in central Vietnam

15:30 | 27/10/2024 Environment

Da Nang - Typhoon Trami, the sixth to hit the East Sea this year, made landfall in the central localities of Thua Thien-Hue, Da Nang and Quang Nam at about 1 pm on October 27, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
Powerful Trami enters East Sea, becomes sixth typhoon in 2024

Powerful Trami enters East Sea, becomes sixth typhoon in 2024

09:04 | 25/10/2024 Environment

A level 3 disaster risk is anticipated for the northern East Sea as the typhoon is forecast to ravage the northwestern waters near the Paracel Islands on October 27.
Hội An town to pilot plastic-free streets

Hội An town to pilot plastic-free streets

11:31 | 24/10/2024 Environment

HỘI AN — The ancient city of Hội An has launched a pilot plan on building the first zero plastic and pedestrian streets, as part of the project to create an eco-city, based on cultural and sustainable tourism, with a vision to become a ‘green’ and ‘smart’ city by 2050.
Leading Norwegian firms introduce green transition solutions in Vietnam

Leading Norwegian firms introduce green transition solutions in Vietnam

15:14 | 23/10/2024 Environment

(VEN) - Eight leading Norwegian companies have introduced groundbreaking innovations and sustainable solutions promoting green transition at the Green Economy Forum & Exhibition (GEFE 2024) in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ministry orders response plans as typhoon Trami approaches this weekend

Ministry orders response plans as typhoon Trami approaches this weekend

09:51 | 22/10/2024 Environment

HÀ NỘI — While central Việt Nam continues to grapple with heavy rainfall, typhoon Trami is making its way towards Việt Nam.
Thua Thien - Hue, WWF team up to boost biodiversity conservation

Thua Thien - Hue, WWF team up to boost biodiversity conservation

17:03 | 20/10/2024 Environment

The People’s Committee of the central province of Thua Thien - Hue and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Vietnam on October 18 signed a cooperation agreement on biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
Vietnam raises suggestions at UNGA’s environmental, climate debate

Vietnam raises suggestions at UNGA’s environmental, climate debate

16:20 | 17/10/2024 Environment

New York - Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, Deputy Head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the UN, on October 16 recommended several issues that the organisation and its member states should prioritise and promote in the coming time, at a meeting hosted by the Economic and Financial Committee of the UN General Assembly (UNGA)’s 77th Session.
Vietnam likely to brace for more typhoons as La Nina appears

Vietnam likely to brace for more typhoons as La Nina appears

14:50 | 16/10/2024 Environment

Meteorologists have warned that Vietnam would probably face more super typhoons in the coming months as El Nino has shifted to La Nina which is anticipated to make the stormy season this year more complicated.
Quảng Ninh grapples with tall order of reviving dead forests after Typhoon Yagi

Quảng Ninh grapples with tall order of reviving dead forests after Typhoon Yagi

14:37 | 16/10/2024 Environment

The challenge of reviving the dead forests has become an urgent issue for Quảng Ninh Province.
Standardising regulations for green buildings

Standardising regulations for green buildings

16:15 | 14/10/2024 Environment

Although Việt Nam is gradually establishing standards for green materials, there is currently a lack of specific regulations for assessing and managing the quality of these materials.
MoIT implements climate policies to fulfill COP26 commitments

MoIT implements climate policies to fulfill COP26 commitments

15:18 | 14/10/2024 Environment

(VEN) - Along with issuing mechanisms and policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) is realizing solutions to contribute to achieving the goals set by the UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow (COP26).
National Forest plan focuses on reforestation and economic values

National Forest plan focuses on reforestation and economic values

10:25 | 14/10/2024 Environment

HÀ NỘI – The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has set a target of reaching a stable national forest cover rate of 42-43 per cent, focusing on improving forest quality by 2030.
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New national environmental protection planning project eyes settlement of pollution

New national environmental protection planning project eyes settlement of pollution

16:05 | 15/11/2024 Environment

The national environmental protection planning project for the 2021 – 2030 period, with a vision to 2050, was announced at a ceremony held in a hybrid format on November 15 by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
Vietnam eyes building self-reliant, sustainable semiconductor ecosystem

Vietnam eyes building self-reliant, sustainable semiconductor ecosystem

15:18 | 15/11/2024 Industry

Vietnam, with its skilled workforce and competitive production costs, is poised to become a critical supplier of materials, components, and assemblies for the semiconductor industry, thus making a deeper penetration into the global value chain.
PM’s Brazil, Dominican Republic trip to highlight dynamic, reform-driven Vietnam

PM’s Brazil, Dominican Republic trip to highlight dynamic, reform-driven Vietnam

15:09 | 15/11/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s attendance at the G20 Summit in Brazil and official visit to the Dominican Republic from November 16 – 21 will convey a message of Vietnam as a dynamic and reform-oriented nation that stands ready to take on global responsibilities, according to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Thanh Binh.
Participation at G20 Summit affirms Vietnam

Participation at G20 Summit affirms Vietnam's rising position, prestige in global arena: Diplomat

15:05 | 15/11/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s participation at the upcoming G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, demonstrates that issues to be discussed at the event align with the objectives Vietnam is committed to achieving, and reaffirms the country’s growing role and position in the international and regional arena, a Vietnamese diplomat has said.
Ambassador highlights importance of PM Phạm Minh Chính’s Brazil trip

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.

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seven commodities with export value of over 10 billion usd

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.
vietnam actively contributes to apec

Vietnam actively contributes to APEC

08:59 | 14/11/2024 Infographic

Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong leads a high-level delegation to Peru for an official visit and to attend the 2024 APEC Economic Leaders' Week in Lima from November 12-16 at the invitation of Peruvian President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra. Since joining APEC in 1998, Vietnam has made significant contributions to APEC’s goals, actively proposing initiatives and fulfilling key roles.
vietnams national brand value reaches 507 billion usd in 2024

Vietnam’s national brand value reaches 507 billion USD in 2024

17:06 | 11/11/2024 Infographic

In recent years, the Vietnamese national brand has made significant strides. Vietnam has not only entered the Top 100 countries with strong national brands, but also led the world in brand value growth in 2019-2022 period.
vietnam chile comprehensive partnership

Vietnam-Chile Comprehensive Partnership

09:51 | 10/11/2024 Infographic

President Luong Cuong’s official visit to the Republic of Chile from November 9 to 12 comes as relations between the two countries continue to grow positively. The visit aims to enhance the Vietnam-Chile Comprehensive Partnership, making it more substantive, impactful, and effective.
vietnam manufacturing returns to expansion

Vietnam manufacturing returns to expansion

13:31 | 09/11/2024 Infographic

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing PMI rose to 51.2 in October from 47.3 in September, marking a return above the 50-point threshold after disruptions caused by Typhoon Yagi.

Policy

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

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

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.
New policy drafted to help non-bank credit institutions develop further

New policy drafted to help non-bank credit institutions develop further

17:13 | 12/11/2024 Policy

Under the draft circular, the SBV proposes that credit institutions are reorganised in the form of converting non-bank credit institutions.
Việt Nam to stiffen regulations on violating social network platforms

Việt Nam to stiffen regulations on violating social network platforms

16:23 | 12/11/2024 Policy

Minister of Information and Communications Nguyễn Mạnh Hùng said social networks can be a force for positive impacts, such as facilitating people to communicate and do business, but also pose many risks.

Industry & Trade

Vietnam eyes building self-reliant, sustainable semiconductor ecosystem

Vietnam eyes building self-reliant, sustainable semiconductor ecosystem

15:18 | 15/11/2024 Industry

Vietnam, with its skilled workforce and competitive production costs, is poised to become a critical supplier of materials, components, and assemblies for the semiconductor industry, thus making a deeper penetration into the global value chain.
Electricity demand in 2025 to be basically met: ministry

Electricity demand in 2025 to be basically met: ministry

08:49 | 15/11/2024 Energy

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Hồng Diên said accurate forecasts, careful preparations and flexible operations are needed to ensure adequate supply of electricity in 2025.
Foreign investors expand chip packaging footprint in Viet Nam

Foreign investors expand chip packaging footprint in Viet Nam

16:17 | 14/11/2024 Industry

Foreign tech giants are expanding capacity in Viet Nam for testing and packaging, according to Reuters.
Construction material industry

Construction material industry's revenue to reach 47 billion USD

11:40 | 13/11/2024 Industry

Despite significant domestic demand due to low housing rates and incomplete infrastructure, Vietnam's construction materials industry faces challenges, according to insiders.

Investment

Long An province promotes investment and trade in France

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.
Bac Giang prioritises high-tech FDI projects, services industry

Bac Giang prioritises high-tech FDI projects, services industry

17:04 | 12/11/2024 FDI

The northern province of Bac Giang will continue attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in the time ahead, prioritising those using high-tech or relating to supporting industries and high-quality services, local authorities have said.
Vietnam draws new wave of high-value investments: Savills

Vietnam draws new wave of high-value investments: Savills

19:30 | 10/11/2024 Investment

Vietnam’s industrial and digital sectors are experiencing a strong growth, fueled by a surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, large-scale infrastructure projects, and a favourable legal environment, according to Savills Vietnam.
Hanoi attracts 1.6 billion USD in FDI in ten months

Hanoi attracts 1.6 billion USD in FDI in ten months

15:18 | 07/11/2024 Investment

Hanoi attracted 58.4 million USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in October, bringing the total in the first ten months of this year to 1.6 billion USD.

Finance-Banking

UK stands ready to help Vietnam build international financial hub

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

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.
Tax sector fulfils nearly 95% of state budget collection target

Tax sector fulfils nearly 95% of state budget collection target

15:38 | 09/11/2024 Finance-Banking

The General Department of Taxation on November 7 reported that the total state budget collection of the sector in January – October was estimated at over 1.4 quadrillion VND (55.18 billion USD), or 94.8% of the annual projection and up 16.3% against the same time last year.
Việt Nam

Việt Nam's stock market moves closer to emerging market status amid key policy changes

18:05 | 06/11/2024 Stock Market

The swift efforts by the Vietnamese securities regulator to eliminate pre-funding requirements have garnered praise from FTSE Russell and Morgan Stanley.

Environment

New national environmental protection planning project eyes settlement of pollution

New national environmental protection planning project eyes settlement of pollution

16:05 | 15/11/2024 Environment

The national environmental protection planning project for the 2021 – 2030 period, with a vision to 2050, was announced at a ceremony held in a hybrid format on November 15 by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
MoIT facilitates power plant ash and slag consumption

MoIT facilitates power plant ash and slag consumption

11:50 | 15/11/2024 Environment

(VEN) - The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has implemented a range of consistent solutions to facilitate consumption of ash, slag and gypsum generated by coal-fired power and fertilizer production enterprises.
Support for communities in buffer zones helps strengthen forest conservation

Support for communities in buffer zones helps strengthen forest conservation

09:07 | 15/11/2024 Environment

Supporting these communities enhances the livelihoods of those living near the forest, helping to alleviate pressure on resources, boost public awareness and encourage people to participate in conservation, protection and biodiversity preservation.
Hà Nội requires comprehensive emission data to develop effective air pollution control plan

Hà Nội requires comprehensive emission data to develop effective air pollution control plan

15:03 | 14/11/2024 Environment

Air pollution in Hà Nội has become a significant public concern, particularly in light of reports that it is one of the most polluted cities in the world. This situation demands urgent and coordinated measures from authorities to control and mitigate pollution, which poses serious health risks to the community.

Science - Technology

Việt Nam, US sign cooperation agreement on cybersecurity

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

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.
4G mobile network coverage reaches 99% of Vietnamese population: Minister

4G mobile network coverage reaches 99% of Vietnamese population: Minister

16:51 | 13/11/2024 Science - Technology

Vietnam's 4G mobile network coverage now reaches 99% of the population, bringing the country close to the level of developed nations, which is at 99.4%, Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung affirmed at a Q&A session as part of the 15th National Assembly’s ongoing 8th sitting on November 12.
Quang Ninh to host 3rd Vietnam Int

Quang Ninh to host 3rd Vietnam Int'l Digital Week next week

17:11 | 12/11/2024 Science - Technology

The 3rd Vietnam International Digital Week will take place in Ha Long city, the northern province of Quang Ninh, from November 19-22 for the second consecutive year.

Society

Students invent eco-friendly material press machine to replace plastic products

Students invent eco-friendly material press machine to replace plastic products

09:29 | 15/11/2024 Society

Researching and designing a press machine to produce plates and bowls from readily available materials like coconut husks, areca sheaths and banana leaves not only promotes green product consumption but also helps as part of developing a sustainable economy.
Party chief urges Hai Phong to become modern maritime economic hub

Party chief urges Hai Phong to become modern maritime economic hub

08:58 | 15/11/2024 Province

As part of his working trip to the northern city of Hai Phong, Party General Secretary To Lam held a working session with the municipal Party Committee on November 14, during which he urged the local authority to pay attention to planning work, towards turning it into a modern maritime economic hub in the future.
Night flights added at six airports to meet rising travel demand during Tet

Night flights added at six airports to meet rising travel demand during Tet

15:12 | 14/11/2024 Society

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has approved proposals from several domestic airlines to increase night flights to meet the higher travel demand during the Lunar New Year (Tet) which falls in late January 2025.
Vietnamese universities strive to attract international students

Vietnamese universities strive to attract international students

11:43 | 13/11/2024 Society

Over recent years, the number of international students studying at Vietnamese universities has steadily increased, reflecting a growing recognition of Vietnam’s higher education quality. This rise is attributed to universities focusing on quality assurance.

Vietnamese Brands

Central province selects OCOP products to be promoted in the US

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

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

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.
Vietnamese Goods Week brings vibrant showcase to Thai province

Vietnamese Goods Week brings vibrant showcase to Thai province

10:16 | 08/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The annual Vietnamese Goods Week has arrived in Udon Thani province of Thailand, transforming it into a vibrant marketplace for Vietnamese products.
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Culture

Seminar helps fashion businesses identify future consumers

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

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

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.
Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups Week to take place next week

Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups Week to take place next week

09:55 | 08/11/2024 Culture

The Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups - Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2024 will take place at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi from November 16-24, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Tourism

Quảng Ninh to attract more foreign tourists by year-end

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

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

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.
Việt Nam to welcome more international cruise ship tourists

Việt Nam to welcome more international cruise ship tourists

16:36 | 13/11/2024 Tourism

Việt Nam has recognised the potential of cruise tourism and is planning to attract more international visitors through this mode of travel.
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