Industry

Efforts to bring electricity to remote villages of Ha Giang Province

15:15 | 04/11/2024 Energy

The northern province of Ha Giang has complex terrain and a sparsely populated community, which poses many challenges to infrastructure investment, particularly in bringing electricity to remote mountainous villages. However, thanks to the efforts of local authorities and the electricity sector, Ha Giang Province is gradually realising the goal of providing electricity to all highland villages.

Vietnamese F&B industry works to catch up with green consumption trend

17:38 | 03/11/2024 Industry

By promoting the use of green materials and technologies in production, Vietnam will win the world food and beverage market which is switching to the green consumption trend, according to experts.

PM calls for Qatar's support for energy development in Việt Nam

08:56 | 01/11/2024 Energy

The Vietnamese leader made the call at a reception for Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi, Minister of State for Energy Affairs of Qatar and CEO of Qatar Energy - a state-owned oil and gas corporation in Qatar and one of the world's leading LNG producers.

Efforts made to create breakthrough in Vietnam's automobile industry

09:28 | 31/10/2024 Industry

The automobile industry is expected to be a locomotive that propels the development of other industries. However, after 30 years, it continues to face numerous challenges. After several missed opportunities, many people hope that the new strategy for the development of the automobile industry will provide additional support for a breakthrough.

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.

Project launched to advance energy transition in Việt Nam

10:15 | 16/11/2024 Energy

The GE Vernova Foundation in collaboration with Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation (ASSIST) and Electric Power University have announced a US$750,000 investment in the workforce supporting Việt Nam’s energy sector.

Binh Dinh seeks German investment in offshore wind power project

09:02 | 31/10/2024 Energy

The central province of Binh Dinh always create favourable conditions for investor to explore opportunities and invest in the locality, the provincial Party Secretary Ho Quoc Dung said during a working session with Helga Margarete Barth, German Ambassador to Vietnam, and representatives from the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (AHK Vietnam), and PNE Group on October 30.

8,424 taste makers gather at FI Vietnam

09:07 | 30/10/2024 Industry

Vietnam's leading F&B ingredients event, Fi Vietnam 2024, has gathered 174 businesses and 8,424 visitors from 39 countries and regions.

Vietnam possesses great opportunity to develop Halal Industry into a strength

16:30 | 28/10/2024 Industry

With the global Muslim population having reached nearly 1.94 billion as of 2022 and being projected to grow to 2.8 billion by 2050, the Halal industry has been offering substantial opportunities for countries participating in this supply chain, including Vietnam.

Nuclear power plays an important role in energy security: ministry

16:01 | 25/10/2024 Energy

HÀ NỘI — The development of nuclear power plays an important role in achieving energy security and achieving net zero, but thorough study is needed to evaluate feasibility and ensure absolute safety, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Sinh Nhật Tân said.

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

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

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'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.

Footwear industry eyes UKVFTA to bolster exports

10:00 | 11/11/2024 Industry

Việt Nam’s footwear industry is utilising the United Kingdom–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) to increase exports, according to the Việt Nam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (Lefaso).

North-South express railway – driving force to spawn new support industries

17:09 | 08/11/2024 Support industries

The North-South express railway project will create a significant opportunity for Vietnam's mechanical and construction industries to advance in technology.

Automotive support industry strives to become spare part supplier

09:34 | 08/11/2024 Support industries

HÀ NỘI — The demand for transport in Việt Nam has been increasing rapidly, with experts saying that the market shows a lot of potential for automobile and motorbike manufacturers and traders.

Việt Nam’s auto industry strives to reach global recognition

08:58 | 08/11/2024 Industry

HÀ NỘI — The domestic automobile industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it increasingly integrates into global markets and attracts foreign investment, according to automobile experts.

Vietnam’s path to sustainable semiconductor industry

10:47 | 07/11/2024 Industry

(VEN) - Vietnam’s semiconductor industry development strategy aims to reach an annual revenue of over US$25 billion in the 2024-2030 period, US$50 billion in the 2030-2040 period, and US$100 billion in the 2040-2050 period.

Industrial production index rises 8.3 per cent in ten months

16:30 | 06/11/2024 Industry

The Industrial Production Index in October increased by 7 per cent, pushing the increase in the first 10 months to 8.3 per cent, compared to the same time last year.

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PM attends US-Vietnam Business Summit in Hanoi

18:28 | 27/11/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the 2024 US-Vietnam Business Summit, jointly held by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Hanoi on November 27.

NA approves investment policy for national target programme on cultural development

18:02 | 27/11/2024 Policy

The National Assembly (NA) on November 27 morning passed a resolution approving investment policy for the national target programme on cultural development in the 2025-2035 period with 430 out of 454 deputies voting in favor.

HCM City Party official meets with Bulgarian President

17:53 | 27/11/2024 News and Events

Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee Nguyen Van Nen on November 27 held a meeting with Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, who is on an official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of his Vietnamese counterpart Luong Cuong.

Bulgarian President invites VinFast to invest in electric vehicle production

16:50 | 27/11/2024 Investment

The Bulgarian President praised the quality and potential of VinFast's electric vehicles in the European market and urged the company to explore collaboration and investment opportunities in Bulgaria.

HCM City: Strong leap into semiconductor industry

16:44 | 27/11/2024 Industry

(VEN) - Ho Chi Minh (HCM) City aims to become a smart city by 2030, identifying the semiconductor industry as the core in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Samsung launches technology talent development programm

09:36 | 24/11/2024 Science - Technology

Samsung Vietnam Complex on Friday officially launched the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) 2024–25, a Technology Talent Development Programme aimed at equipping Việt Nam’s youth - the future leaders of the Fourth Industrial Revolution - with advanced technological capabilities.

HCM City set to welcome fresh wave of US investment

09:41 | 24/11/2024 Economy

Ho Chi Minh City is poised to attract a new wave of investment from US enterprises, with numerous projects proposed in key sectors.

Quang Nam to host UN international conference on rural tourism

09:46 | 24/11/2024 Tourism

The central coastal province of Quang Nam is scheduled to host the UN Tourism’s first Conference on Tourism for Rural Development on December 10, expected to bring together around 300 delegates, including government officials, international organisations, tourism stakeholders, and private sector representatives.

Vietnam backs ICAPP's efforts for regional peace, security and stability

09:56 | 24/11/2024 Cooperation

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man has affirmed Vietnam's consistent stance of support for the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP) ICAPP's efforts in creating an environment of peace, security and stability in the region.

Party leader's Malaysia visit achieves profound and substantive results

10:05 | 24/11/2024 Cooperation

The outcomes of Party General Secretary To Lam’s Malaysia visit are of great significance, helping the two sides to fully tap their cooperation potential, take advantage of their respective strengths, and make contributions to promoting a peaceful environment conducive to the new phase of national and regional development.

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Vietnam, Bulgaria strengthen traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation

08:56 | 26/11/2024 Infographic

At the invitation of President Luong Cuong, President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev and his spouse are on an official visit to Vietnam from November 24 to 28. This is the first visit to Vietnam by a Bulgarian president in 11 years, and also the first trip to the Southeast Asian country by President Radev.

Banning motorbikes - a complex issue

09:32 | 24/11/2024 Society

Hà Nội is facing a serious problem because of polluted air and traffic congestion. Authorities plan to limit motorbikes in inner districts after 2025 and them gradually ban reduce the number of bikes on the roads from 2030. Are motorbikes the problem? Will this help ease congestion? Watch our video and tell us your comments.

Strengthening Vietnam-Cambodia friendship and cooperation

09:00 | 22/11/2024 Infographic

Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man leads a high-ranking delegation to make an official visit to Cambodia, and attend some international events hosted by the neighboring country on November 21 to 24.

Vietnam - Malaysia Strategic Partnership

10:54 | 21/11/2024 Infographic

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the relationship between Vietnam and Malaysia has been continuously strengthened and developed positively across all areas, especially since it was upgraded to a Strategic Partnership in August 2015.

Vietnam, Dominican Republic strengthening cooperation

08:45 | 20/11/2024 Infographic

At the invitation of Dominican President Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona and his spouse, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, accompanied by a high-level Vietnamese delegation, pay an official visit to the Dominican Republic from November 19 to 21, 2024. This visit holds significant importance as it marks the first official trip by a Vietnamese leader to the Dominican Republic, taking place ahead of the 20th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations (July 7, 2005 – July 7, 2025).

Policy

NA approves investment policy for national target programme on cultural development

18:02 | 27/11/2024 Policy

From 2026, small businesses with revenues under VNĐ200 million will be exempt from VAT

15:01 | 27/11/2024 Policy

From January 1, 2026, individuals and household businesses earning under VNĐ200 million annually will be exempt from VAT.

Lunar New Year holiday to span nine days

10:32 | 27/11/2024 Policy

Hanoi – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a nine-day holiday for the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tet) – Vietnam’s largest traditional celebration.

Party Central Committee concludes 13th Conference with major resolutions for reform and national development

16:37 | 25/11/2024 Policy

Speaking at the meeting, General Secretary Tô Lâm summarised the key outcomes of the conference and highlighted the work required going ahead. He noted that the Central Committee had achieved a high level of consensus on its determination to review and streamline the organisational structure of the political system.

Industry & Trade

HCM City: Strong leap into semiconductor industry

16:44 | 27/11/2024 Industry

(VEN) - Ho Chi Minh (HCM) City aims to become a smart city by 2030, identifying the semiconductor industry as the core in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Nam Định to build two new industrial clusters

15:07 | 27/11/2024 Industry

Nam Định is expected to have 54 industrial clusters covering a total area of about 5,969 hectares by 2030.

Vietnam seeks Danish assistance in green energy development

11:21 | 26/11/2024 Energy

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha emphasized Vietnam’s desire for Danish firms to increase investments in green energy development during his meetings with leaders of Denmark’s leading corporations and the Confederation of Danish Industry (DI) as part of his working tip to Denmark on November 25.

Huge potential for VN, UK to boost cooperation in clean energy

15:29 | 25/11/2024 Energy

There is a huge potential for Việt Nam and the UK to enhance cooperation in clean energy, as both countries have set ambitious goals for carbon neutrality moving towards a sustainable future, experts have said.

Investment

Bulgarian President invites VinFast to invest in electric vehicle production

16:50 | 27/11/2024 Investment

Japanese retailer Aeon to break ground on 4th shopping mall in Northern Vietnam

15:54 | 25/11/2024 Investment

Japan’s Aeon Mall Vietnam will start construction of a VND5.14 trillion ($202.2 million) shopping center project in the northern province of Quang Ninh, home to UNESCO natural heritage site Ha Long Bay, on December 2, according to provincial authorities.

Thai packaging giant takes 30-year lease for largest ready-built factory in Tay Ninh

16:58 | 22/11/2024 Investment

Thantawan Industry Public Company Limited, a leading plastic bag and straw manufacturer with more than 40 years of experience in Thailand, officially took out a landmark 30-year lease for a ready-built factory at Phuoc Dong Industrial Park, the southern province of Tay Ninh.

Workshop seeks ways to attract Japan’s green investment to Vietnam

09:43 | 20/11/2024 Investment

A workshop was held in Tokyo on November 18 to introduce to Japanese businesses investment trends in Vietnam and its pioneering industrial parks with carbon neutral initiatives.

Finance-Banking

Bac Ninh Province meets business needs for year-end loans

17:02 | 26/11/2024 Finance-Banking

(VEN) - To ensure the sufficiency of loans for manufacturing businesses toward year’s end, many credit institutions in Bac Ninh Province have launched new credit packages with preferential interest rates.

Promoting credit for key agricultural sectors in Mekong Delta

11:11 | 25/11/2024 Finance-Banking

The Mekong Delta contributes 95% of Vietnam’s rice exports and accounts for 60% of the country’s total seafood export value. Recently, fruit exports have shown strong growth, with various fruits entering new markets. However, numerous credit-related obstacles are creating challenges regarding agricultural production loans in the region.

HDBank wins three awards at Vietnam Listed Company Awards 2024

10:53 | 21/11/2024 Finance-Banking

The Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank - HoSE: HDB) has received three prestigious awards at the Vietnam Listed Company Awards 2024, highlighting its leadership in the banking sector, as well as its dedication to transparency and governance.

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.

Environment

Deforestation, forest land encroachment increase in Đắk Lắk Province

14:57 | 27/11/2024 Environment

Despite various measures implemented by local authorities and forest managers to curb the situation, the issue has not yet 'cooled down'.

Businesses support Vietnam’s net zero target

16:18 | 25/11/2024 Environment

(VEN) - Vietnam has set a goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 to combat global climate change. To support the Government in achieving this target, many businesses have introduced various greenhouse gas reduction solutions.

Prolonged rainfall and landslides disrupt life in central region

15:43 | 25/11/2024 Environment

Provincial authorities are monitoring weather developments closely and evacuating residents from flood-prone and high-risk areas.

Tough negotiations to prevent Earth’s warming

10:38 | 24/11/2024 Environment

The 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, has failed to find common ground on the major issue of climate finance in the final hours of negotiations. Irreconcilable differences between countries are hampering global efforts to prevent Earth’s warming.

Science - Technology

Global experts delve into earth, environmental sciences at int’l Vietnam confab

09:59 | 27/11/2024 Science - Technology

The fourth International Vietnam Conference on Earth and Environmental Sciences is taking place in the south-central province of Binh Dinh from November 26-29, bringing together nearly 130 prominent experts from around the world.

TECHFEST Vietnam 2024 crowns winners for innovation in healthcare and sustainability

17:06 | 26/11/2024 Science - Technology

The TECHFEST Vietnam 2024 National Creative Startup Talent Search Competition announced its winners on Tuesday, with the top teams recognised for their innovative solutions in healthcare and sustainable green development.

MoU signed to foster Vietnam-Canada cooperation in science, technology

17:04 | 25/11/2024 Science - Technology

In preparation for cooperation in training human resources in science and technology, a delegation of the Vietnam Higher Education Network of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (VNEI) has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN) on the occasion of their participation in the Canadian Bureau for International Education Conference.

First Vietnamese scientist named at UK’s TechWomen 100 Awards

17:00 | 25/11/2024 Science - Technology

With outstanding achievements in biotechnology, Dr Nguyen Thuy Ba Linh from University College London (UCL) has become the first Vietnamese scientist to win the UK's TechWomen 100 Awards.

Society

Vietnamese, Chinese border localities boost education cooperation

10:25 | 27/11/2024 Society

In 2024, the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region awarded many scholarships to students of the Vietnamese localities, including 18 undergraduate and two master’s ones for Hà Giang.

HCM City’s first metro line set to commence operations next month

09:04 | 27/11/2024 Society

HCM City’s first metro line is set to begin operations next month after multiple delays, with ticket prices starting at VNĐ6,000 (US$0.24) per ride.

Promoting green consumption

17:14 | 26/11/2024 Society

In Vietnam, green consumption is a key component of the National Strategy for Green Growth for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050.

VND320-billion stopover to be built on North-South Expressway’s Quy Nhon - Chi Thanh section

17:00 | 26/11/2024 Society

(VEN) - A 10ha-plus stopover will be built on the North-South Expressway’s Quy Nhon - Chi Thanh section in Xuan Lam Commune of Phu Yen Province’s Song Cau Town with a total investment capital of almost VND320 billion, including more than VND5.4 billion for project site clearance.

Vietnamese Brands

Phú Xuyên a land of hundreds of timeless crafts

10:12 | 27/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Phú Xuyên District, located 30 kilometres south of Hà Nội, is renowned as the 'land of hundreds of crafts', with all 154 villages engaged in various trades.

Dong Thap diversifies lotus products

09:34 | 26/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Lotus growers in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap have won big as their efforts to diversify lotus products pay off.

Top 10 reputable pharmaceutical, medical supply companies in 2024 announced

09:17 | 26/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The Vietnam Report JSC announced the list of top 10 reputable companies in the pharmacy, medical supply and health care for 2024.

The essence of Chuon Ngo Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Village

16:42 | 25/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Despite the passage of time, local artisans have meticulously preserved and elevated this traditional craft. Their exquisite creations have gone beyond national borders, reaching the continents and the world.

Culture

Vietnamese students promote cultural heritage in Australia

10:05 | 27/11/2024 Culture

Held at the University of Queensland's Saint Lucia campus, the interactive event took participants on a four-hour journey to explore Việt Nam's traditional handicrafts.

Young boy takes top prize at writing contest

09:49 | 26/11/2024 Culture

Hà Nội-based Lã Duy Long was awarded special prize at a story writing contest Đóa Hoa Đồng Thoại (Bouquet of Children's Stories Contest) with his short story about donating hair to a cancer patient.

Hà Nội Culinary Culture Festival 2024 to take place this month

09:45 | 26/11/2024 Culture

With the theme 'Hà Nội kết nối năm châu' (Hà Nội connects the World), the festival is organised by the Hà Nội Department of Culture and Sports.

Long An's 2nd Culture, Sports, Tourism Week to kick off in late November

16:49 | 25/11/2024 Culture

This week-long celebration will offer a wide range of activities, providing visitors with unique experiences of Long An’s culture, people, and natural beauty.

Tourism

Community tourism transforms livelihoods in remote areas

09:55 | 27/11/2024 Tourism

Across Vietnam, a transformative movement is quietly reshaping the landscape of local livelihoods, particularly in remote and mountainous areas as community-based tourism turns the rich traditional cultures and daily lives of ethnic groups into interesting attractions for foreign travelers.

Vietnam’s stunning Golden Bridge, Ba Den Mount on British publication

09:49 | 27/11/2024 Tourism

Seventeen stunning photos of Vietnam captured by renowned photographer Daniel Kordan have been pubilicised on Daily Mail, a British newspaper, and tourism forums, captivating international readers.

India to promote Ninh Binh’s tourism potential

09:36 | 27/11/2024 Tourism

The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) has selected Vietnam's northern province of Ninh Binh as the venue for its annual conference, set to take place from January 17-20, 2025. Themed "Tourism for Tomorrow: Preserving the Planet", the event underscores locality’s growing role as a rising star in global tourism, particularly among the Indian travelers.

Vietnam welcomes first group of 400 Chinese tourists on charter train

09:41 | 26/11/2024 Tourism

The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) has recently welcomed 400 Chinese tourists entering Vietnam through the Lao Cai International Border Gate on the first charter train under a cooperation programme between the Lao Cai Department of Tourism and VNR.