Revising the Electricity Law to create a legal framework for developing energy sources

Revising the Electricity Law to create a legal framework for developing energy sources

HÀ NỘI — Experts have emphasised the need to revise Việt Nam’s Electricity Law to align with the Party's energy policies and ensure consistency across the nation’s legal framework.
Increase in electricity prices concerns manufacturers

Increase in electricity prices concerns manufacturers

HÀ NỘI — The average electricity retail price has been increased by 4.8 per cent to VNĐ2,103.11 (US$0.085) per kWh on October 11, triggering worries about its impact on commercial and residential customers.
Up 4.8 percent, Vietnam

Up 4.8 percent, Vietnam's electricity price high or low in region?

The average retail price of electricity in Vietnam is VND2,103.1159 per kWh, equivalent to about US$0.084 per kWh, lower than the global average.
MoIT approves price framework to purchase electricity from Laos

MoIT approves price framework to purchase electricity from Laos

HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued a decision approving a price framework for electricity imports from Laos starting from December 31, 2025.
Prime Minister calls for mulling over nuclear power development

Prime Minister calls for mulling over nuclear power development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested relevant agencies to mull over nuclear power development and continue updating the 8th edition of the National Power Development Plan.
PM urges stable electricity supply amid rising demand

PM urges stable electricity supply amid rising demand

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 19 emphasised the need for early preparations to ensure a stable and efficient electricity supply and national energy security, as Vietnam is advancing its industrialisation and modernisation efforts.
Amended Electricity Law is expected to remove bottlenecks for gas-fired and offshore wind power

Amended Electricity Law is expected to remove bottlenecks for gas-fired and offshore wind power

HÀ NỘI — The amendments being considered to the Electricity Law should remove bottlenecks and create a favourable environment for the development of gas-fired and offshore wind power projects, experts said at a conference on Wednesday.
Việt Nam seeks Japan

Việt Nam seeks Japan's cooperation in hydrogen energy development

Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vũ Chi Mai pledged to support the NIC and the Ministry of Planning and Investment in seeking Japanese partners to help Việt Nam build and implement the hydrogen energy policy.
Opportunity to lead region in developing offshore wind supply chains

Opportunity to lead region in developing offshore wind supply chains

The opportunity arises from Việt Nam's significant offshore wind potential, estimated at around 600 GW.
Việt Nam’s renewable energy needs opportunities to accelerate localisation

Việt Nam’s renewable energy needs opportunities to accelerate localisation

Several Vietnamese enterprises are able to manufacture hundreds of individual wind turbine components at a time and sell them directly to foreign wind power companies or major turbine suppliers.
Foreign investors interested in Vietnam’s LNG infrastructure

Foreign investors interested in Vietnam’s LNG infrastructure

HANOI – Foreign investors, particularly those from the US, have expressed their interest in investment opportunities in Vietnam’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure market to meet the country's energy needs.
Bến Tre to boost new, renewable energy development

Bến Tre to boost new, renewable energy development

Developing wind power projects will be one of the driving forces for Bến Tre Province’s socio-economic development, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Hoà Bình said at a seminar held in the province on October 2.
Efforts exerted to complete transmission line carrying electricity from Laos in October

Efforts exerted to complete transmission line carrying electricity from Laos in October

HANOI – Efforts have been made to finish the 220kV Nam Sum – Nong Cong transmission line project in October to facilitate electricity imports from Laos to Vietnam to meet the rising demand in northern provinces.
Trị An – the largest hydropower project in the southern region

Trị An – the largest hydropower project in the southern region

ĐỒNG NAI — Trị An Hydropower Plant, built on the Đồng Nai River which flows through the southern province of Đồng Nai, is the largest hydropower project in the region.
Gov’t to issue decree on rooftop solar power next week

Gov’t to issue decree on rooftop solar power next week

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed the Ministry of Industry and Trade to gather feedback and finalize a draft decree on encouraging rooftop solar power, for submission to the government for issuance next week.
Government urges learning from international experience to develop nuclear energy in Việt Nam

Government urges learning from international experience to develop nuclear energy in Việt Nam

Nuclear energy could supplement the country's energy base and minimise environmental risks, with the Government asking for a report to be submitted to the Politburo.
Norwegian renewable energy solutions provider sells wind plant in Vietnam

Norwegian renewable energy solutions provider sells wind plant in Vietnam

The Norwegian renewable energy provider, Scatec ASA, is exiting the Vietnam renewable energy market seeking more growth options elsewhere.
Bac Lieu plans to become renewable energy export hub

Bac Lieu plans to become renewable energy export hub

HANOI - Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed off a development plan for the Mekong Delta province of Bac Lieu that will cost 16-18 billion USD from now until 2030.
Việt Nam needs to consider energy storage to ensure energy security

Việt Nam needs to consider energy storage to ensure energy security

Việt Nam needs to consider the development of a battery energy storage system (BESS) to ensure energy security and sustainable development, experts have said.
Power restored to nearly 99pct of typhoon-affected clients

Power restored to nearly 99pct of typhoon-affected clients

EVN units in northern Việt Nam are continuing to mobilise personnel, vehicles, and equipment to repair the damage caused by the storm and ensure full power restoration to the remainders as soon as possible.
Electricity supply resumed to over 4.8 million customers affected by typhoon

Electricity supply resumed to over 4.8 million customers affected by typhoon

Units under the Northern Power Corporation have been making efforts to promptly fix the problems. By the morning of September 11, a total of 1,376 out of 1,604 medium-voltage power lines with incidents were resumed operation.
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Ambassador highlights importance of PM Phạm Minh Chính’s Brazil trip

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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

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

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

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.
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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.
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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.
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The swift efforts by the Vietnamese securities regulator to eliminate pre-funding requirements have garnered praise from FTSE Russell and Morgan Stanley.
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The initial steps are part of a broader effort to align with global commitments to protect and conserve biodiversity.
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New national environmental protection planning project eyes settlement of pollution

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

(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.
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Support for communities in buffer zones helps strengthen forest conservation

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.
Việt Nam, US sign cooperation agreement on cybersecurity

Việt Nam, US sign cooperation agreement on cybersecurity

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Hòa Bình exports honey and pearl onions to UK

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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

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Agriculture, craft village festival to be held in Hà Nội

Agriculture, craft village festival to be held in Hà Nội

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Seminar helps fashion businesses identify future consumers

Seminar helps fashion businesses identify future consumers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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