Energy

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.

UK commits to be partner of Việt Nam in energy transition

16:03 | 24/10/2024 Energy

HCM CITY — The UK Government has always been a partner of Việt Nam in its energy transition, affirmed British Consul General in HCM City, Alexandra Smith.

EVN wants to invest in more power generation projects

15:54 | 24/10/2024 Energy

HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam Electricity (EVN) expects the Government to allow it to implement new power generation projects to ensure stable and safe electricity supply to meet socio-economic development demand.

Nuclear power back on table to secure Vietnam’s energy future

11:05 | 24/10/2024 Energy

In a move to secure Vietnam's energy future, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan has underscored the urgent need to restore investment in and develop nuclear power, placing utmost importance on safety.

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.

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.

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.

Sci-tech ministry backs restarting nuclear projects in Việt Nam

16:09 | 22/10/2024 Energy

HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Science and Technology says it is in favour of restarting nuclear energy projects in Việt Nam, in response to renewed interest from the central Government in this power source.

Vietnam promotes energy transition for sustainable development

15:43 | 22/10/2024 Energy

A conference themed “Renewable energy and energy efficiency” was held in Ho Chi Minh City on October 21, within the framework of the Green Economy Forum and Exhibition 2024, jointly held by the European Chamber of Commerce (EuroCham) and the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT)’s Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade).

Prime Minister calls for mulling over nuclear power development

16:49 | 20/10/2024 Energy

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

14:44 | 19/10/2024 Energy

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

08:46 | 18/10/2024 Energy

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.

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

08:55 | 16/10/2024 Energy

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

10:22 | 14/10/2024 Energy

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's electricity price high or low in region?

10:18 | 13/10/2024 Energy

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

08:38 | 11/10/2024 Energy

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.

Việt Nam seeks Japan's cooperation in hydrogen energy development

14:33 | 09/10/2024 Energy

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

09:43 | 07/10/2024 Energy

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

09:20 | 07/10/2024 Energy

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

17:00 | 05/10/2024 Energy

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

11:28 | 03/10/2024 Energy

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.

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German businesses show resilience in Vietnamese market amid challenges

09:18 | 12/12/2024 Economy

With the global economy continuing to experience sluggish yet stable growth, characterised by ongoing challenges and uncertainties, German businesses remain optimistic regarding the Vietnamese market, according to the latest AHK World Business Outlook Fall 2024 survey.

Quang Trach – Pho Noi 500kV circuit-3 power transmission line: Miracle in infrastructure development

09:05 | 12/12/2024 Infographic

Quang Trach – Pho Noi 500kV circuit-3 power transmission line is a key project with a total investment of nearly 880 million USD. Spanning 9 provinces, the 519-km power transmission line plays an important role in enhancing the operational stability for the electricity supply system in the north in 2024 and following years, contributing to ensuring the national energy security.

HCM City needs over 40 million USD for seven railway lines by 2035

09:00 | 12/12/2024 Society

Ho Chi Minh City will need about 40.21 billion USD for constructing seven urban railway lines with a total length of about 355km by 2035, its Transport Department said.

Party leader visits Heroic Mothers, revolution contributors in Dong Thap

08:51 | 12/12/2024 News and Events

Party General Secretary To Lam visited and presented gifts to 80 policy beneficiaries, Heroic Vietnamese Mothers, and war veterans in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap on December 11, ahead of the 80th founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army (December 22, 1944 - 2024), and the 35th anniversary of the All-People Defence Festival (December 22, 1989 - 2024).

Vietnam’s coffee exports possibly top 5 billion USD for first time

08:48 | 12/12/2024 Trade

Coffee prices have increased by over 50% on average this year, enabling the export revenue to potentially surpass 5 billion USD for the first time.

Exhibition on royal culture of Huế opens

14:45 | 04/12/2024 Culture

A special exhibition featuring the history and development of Huế Citadel has opened at the Museum of Hồ Chí Minh City.

2024 Vietnam Business Day opens shop in Japan

14:49 | 04/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The Vietnam Business Association in Japan (VJBA) on December 3 held the 2024 Vietnam Business Day with the theme “Shared Vision, Shared Success".

AirAsia announces five new routes to Việt Nam

14:54 | 04/12/2024 Economy

AirAsia plans to strengthen Việt Nam's position as a key hub in the Indochina region by launching new routes to the popular destination.

Apparatus restructuring difficult but indispensable: PM

15:02 | 04/12/2024 News and Events

Rearranging the organisational apparatus is a difficult task but it is essential, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed on December 4 at a Government conference to carry out the review of the implementation of Resolution No. 18-NQ/TW, issued by the Party Central Committee in 2017, which seeks to streamline the political system for greater efficiency.

NA Chairman meets Vietnamese embassy staff in Japan

15:20 | 04/12/2024 News and Events

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese legislature met with staff of the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan on December 4 as part of their official visit to the Asian nation.

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Quang Trach – Pho Noi 500kV circuit-3 power transmission line: Miracle in infrastructure development

09:05 | 12/12/2024 Infographic

Foreign tourists to Vietnam up 41% in January-November

09:11 | 11/12/2024 Infographic

In the first 11 months of 2024, Vietnam welcomed more than 15.8 million international visitors, up 41% over the same period last year. Visitors by continent included: Asia (12.61 million), Europe (1.78 million), and America (0.91 million), among others.

16 intangible cultural heritage elements recognised by UNESCO

10:06 | 06/12/2024 Infographic

The Ba Chua Xu (Holy Mother of the Realm) Festival at Sam mountain in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang was officially recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity at the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Paraguay on December 4. With this recognition, the festival has become the 16th intangible cultural heritage element of Vietnam recognised by UNESCO.

Vietnam-Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World

08:49 | 04/12/2024 Infographic

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his spouse are paying an official visit to Japan from December 3-7. The visit is expected to promote the two countries' legislative ties in a practical and sustainable manner, thus concretising the comprehensive strategic partnership across spheres.

Streamlining political system's organisational apparatus

10:17 | 03/12/2024 Infographic

Party General Secretary To Lam has urged Party committees, Party organisations, agencies, units, and sectors at all levels to demonstrate the highest political determination in streamlining the political system's organisational apparatus.

Policy

Australia shows interest in Việt Nam's vision of a 'rising era'

16:54 | 08/12/2024 Policy

Việt Nam and Australia shared a vision of a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region and the relationship between Việt Nam and Australia have been growing fruitfully in all sectors.

Plan to streamline Government's organisational apparatus finalised

09:38 | 06/12/2024 Policy

According to Minister of Home Affairs Phạm Thị Thanh Trà, the government's restructuring extends beyond ministerial consolidation, and the number of units under ministries and ministerial-level organisations will be cut by 15-20 per cent

Vietnam slashes government apparatus, with 9 minitries, agencies cut

10:25 | 04/12/2024 Policy

Hanoi – Nine ministries and agencies under the Government will be consolidated under a resolution on streamlining and optimising the political system, Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra told the Vietnam News Agency.

Specific plans announced to restructure Party apparatus

16:46 | 03/12/2024 Policy

The plan will reduce at least four Party organisations, 25 Party delegations and 16 Party groups merged into others and add two more Party Committees under central management.

Industry & Trade

Vietnam’s industrial production rises by 8.4% in 11 months

16:29 | 09/12/2024 Industry

Hanoi – Vietnam's index of industrial production (IIP) in the January – November period rose 8.4% from the same period last year, reported the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Việt Nam needs a competitive energy market: experts

16:59 | 08/12/2024 Energy

Economists, industry experts and policymakers at the event highlighted several critical challenges facing the country’s energy sector and the urgent need for strategic reforms.

Việt Nam resumes nuclear power project amid rising energy demands

17:07 | 07/12/2024 Energy

Vietnamese law-markers have approved the plan to resume the nuclear power project in the south – central province of Ninh Thuận after eight years of pause in an effort to ensure energy security while meeting Net Zero goal.

Việt Nam's supporting industry for electronics needs more support

16:58 | 07/12/2024 Support industries

In addition to the efforts of enterprises, Việt Nam's supporting industry for electronics production needs many helpful policies from the State to promote its development.

Investment

HCM City lays out plans for sound business climate with Japanese firms

16:50 | 11/12/2024 Investment

Ho Chi Minh City pledges to develop an equal and transparent business climate for foreign firms, including those from Japan, to aid in business development plans in the southern economic hub, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Vo Van Hoan said on December 9.

Hai Phong – a bright spot in attracting foreign investment

09:47 | 09/12/2024 Investment

With its advantageous geographical location, convenient transport connections, attractive investment environment, and consistent stance that the development of businesses is the development of the city, Hai Phong has witnessed a strong rise to become a bright spot in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI).

Vietnamese businesses explore Indonesian market

18:01 | 07/12/2024 Investment

A business networking session between a delegation from the Ho Chi Minh City Association of Mechanical-Electrical Enterprises (HAMEE) and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) was held on December 5 in Jakarta.

Vietnam attracts nearly 31.4 billion USD in foreign investment in 11 months

17:59 | 06/12/2024 Investment

Total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) into Vietnam, including new and additional investments, and capital contributions via share purchases, reached 31.4 billion USD in the first 11 months of 2024.

Finance-Banking

Realty stocks see signs of recovery

15:07 | 10/12/2024 Finance-Banking

The Vietnamese real estate market is signalling the end of a prolonged downturn, with notable signs of recovery in profitability. However the pace of revival remains measured, due to sluggish sales and limited improvements in consumer incomes.

Finance ministry to use AI in stock market surveillance

09:18 | 08/12/2024 Finance-Banking

The Ministry of Finance announced on Friday that it is researching using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to monitor transactions in the stock market.

Year-end profits put heavy pressure on banks

15:12 | 06/12/2024 Finance-Banking

(VEN) - As of the third quarter of 2024, only 11 out of 27 commercial banks have completed 75 percent or more of their pre-tax profit plans. Therefore, the year-end profit target is a huge pressure weighing heavily on their shoulders.

Party chief receives leader of Japan Bank for International Cooperation

08:51 | 05/12/2024 Finance-Banking

Party General Secretary To Lam hosted a reception in Hanoi on December 4 for Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) Maeda Tadashi.

Environment

Bac Ninh closely monitors environmental protection at local craft villages

08:59 | 11/12/2024 Environment

(VEN) - Environmental pollution in some craft villages in the northern province of Bac Ninh has long become a “hot” issue. One typical example is the case of Phong Khe paper production village in Bac Ninh City.

Steel, thermal power enterprises participate in training course on ETS and carbon market

15:01 | 10/12/2024 Environment

From December 9-10, in Hanoi, 60 enterprises in the North participated in a training course on the Emission Trading System (ETS) and carbon market using the CarbonSim simulation tool.

Seeking capital for green transformation remains tough

16:52 | 05/12/2024 Environment

(VEN) - Shifting to green economy has become the goal of many countries and businesses around the world, including Vietnam. However, capital for green transition is still a difficult problem for the Vietnamese business community.

Drainage infrastructure development behind pace of urbanisation

11:07 | 04/12/2024 Environment

Domestic wastewater and rainwater are discharged directly into sewers, canals and ditches and then into main rivers.

Science - Technology

Vietnamese biotech products competitive on world market: Prof., Dr. Nguyen Van Nam

15:23 | 10/12/2024 Science - Technology

(VEN) - According to Professor, Doctor of Science Nguyen Van Nam, Chairman of the Vietnam Biochemical Technology JSC - BCC Group, Vietnamese biotech products are competitive on world market as Vietnam is aiming to export biotechnology to the US, EU, China...

NVIDIA to build AI research and data centres in VN

08:50 | 06/12/2024 Science - Technology

An agreement to develop two centres dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) studies was signed between the Vietnamese Government and the American technology company NVIDIA.

VinFuture Sci-Tech Week starts in Hà Nội

16:53 | 05/12/2024 Science - Technology

VinFuture Foundation organised the 'Science for Life' symposia on December 4, opening the VinFuture Sci-Tech Week and Award Ceremony series in Hà Nội.

Nineteen initiatives receive Vietnam Smart City Awards 2024

11:46 | 04/12/2024 Science - Technology

The Vietnam Software and IT Services Association (VINASA) presented the Smart City Awards 2024 to 10 localities and authors of nine smart technological solutions during the Vietnam-Asia Smart City Summit 2024, held in Hanoi on December 3.

Society

HCM City needs over 40 million USD for seven railway lines by 2035

09:00 | 12/12/2024 Society

Ho Chi Minh City will need about 40.21 billion USD for constructing seven urban railway lines with a total length of about 355km by 2035, its Transport Department said.

Requirements for foreign drivers, vehicles operating in Vietnam

11:34 | 11/12/2024 Society

The Government has issued a Decree detailing provisions for the enforcement of the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety, including conditions under which foreign motor vehicles and drivers may operate in Vietnam.

Ninh Thuan agrees with, places high expectations on nuclear power project: Official

16:22 | 09/12/2024 Society

Ninh Thuan - The Party organisation, administration, and people of Ninh Thuan province have high consensus and expectations on the nuclear power project which will be restarted in the south-central province after the 15th National Assembly (NA) approved the policy at its recent 8th session, according to Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Tran Quoc Nam.

Clean energy vehicles to have their own rego stamps from 2025

15:58 | 09/12/2024 Society

(VEN) - According to Circular 53/2024 of the Ministry of Transport, motor vehicles running on clean, green, and environmentally-friendly energy will have a distinct color for their rego stamps.

Vietnamese Brands

2024 Vietnam Business Day opens shop in Japan

14:49 | 04/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The Vietnam Business Association in Japan (VJBA) on December 3 held the 2024 Vietnam Business Day with the theme “Shared Vision, Shared Success".

Việt Nam's OCOP products debut at AF-L'ARTIGIANO IN FIERA 2024 in Milan

14:55 | 02/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Under the theme 'Việt Nam’s OCOP Products: Gathering Values, Spreading Culture', Việt Nam’s pavilion spans 200 square metres.

Top 10 reputable logistics companies in 2024 announced

07:33 | 01/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The Vietnam Report JSC on November 29 announced the list of top 10 reputable logistics companies for 2024.

150 products honoured as “Vietnamese Goods Loved by Consumers 2024”

11:34 | 29/11/2024 Vietnamese Brands

A ceremony honouring the 150 most popular products voted by consumers took place in Hanoi on November 28.

Culture

Kinh Bac Art 3 contemporary painting exhibition opens

13:14 | 08/12/2024 Culture

(VEN) - On the afternoon of December 7, the Kinh Bac Art 3 contemporary painting exhibition was opened at the Appraisal and Exhibition Center of Art and Photography, 29 Hang Bai Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.

Exhibition on royal culture of Huế opens

14:45 | 04/12/2024 Culture

A special exhibition featuring the history and development of Huế Citadel has opened at the Museum of Hồ Chí Minh City.

Vietnamese artisans bring unique handicrafts to Milan

11:35 | 03/12/2024 Culture

Vietnamese firms are making their mark at the 28th Artigiano International Handicrafts Fair in Milan, the capital of Lombardy - Italy's largest economic and cultural hub, from November 30 - December 8.

Hanoi Digital Pho gives experience of unique culinary essence

09:19 | 03/12/2024 Culture

(VEN) - Hanoi has just introduced to consumers and tourists its cultural heritage - Hanoi Pho - in a unique way, which is digital Hanoi Pho.

Tourism

International visitors praise Phu Quoc as “beyond expectations”

14:05 | 09/12/2024 Tourism

According to top travel agencies, airlines, and leading online travel platforms, Phu Quoc offers world-class tourism products, leaving international visitors amazed every time they return.

Leading global tourism enterprises hail Phu Quoc as "Hawaii of the East"

09:20 | 09/12/2024 Tourism

Over 70 representatives from leading global airlines, travel agencies, and online travel platforms gathered in Phu Quoc for the famtrip program “Journey to Your True Paradise.” This significant event highlighted Phu Quoc’s potential, with participants unanimously recognizing the island as a “Hawaii of the East.”

Vietnam among top five favorite destinations for US tourists

21:08 | 08/12/2024 Tourism

(VEN) - In the first 11 months of 2024, the US is in the list of Vietnam's leading source of tourists with more than 706,000 visitors.

15.8 million int'l tourists came to Việt Nam in first 11 months, nearing 2024 target

07:00 | 07/12/2024 Tourism

Experts noted that the sharp increase in November is expected, as Việt Nam is in the peak international tourism season from October to March. The previous record for monthly international arrivals was set in November 2019, with over 1.8 million visitors.