Investment

Da Nang to invest additional 16 million USD into software park

17:19 | 03/11/2024 Investment

The People's Council of Da Nang city has approved the adjusted pre-feasibility study report for the development of Software Park No 2, proposed by the municipal People's Committee.

PM receives heads of leading investment firm, authority of Qatar

09:07 | 01/11/2024 Investment

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh have received leaders of the JTA International Investment Holding and the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) in Doha as part of his official visit to the Middle Eastern country.

Forum suggests suitable orientations for green development strategy in Lam Dong

15:44 | 31/10/2024 Investment

An investment forum entitled “Lam Dong Green Plateau — Sustainable Green Transformation: Opportunities for Investors” took place in Da Lat City, in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong, on the afternoon of October 30.

Hung Yen promotes trade, investment in Germany for first time

09:17 | 30/10/2024 Investment

An investment promotion and trade cooperation conference between the northern province of Hung Yen and German partners took place in Berlin on October 28.

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

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.

Foxconn to invest US$80 million in Bắc Giang for chip manufacturing expansion

16:16 | 04/11/2024 Investment

Foxconn's Shunsin Technology Việt Nam is seeking an environmental permit for a US$80 million chip manufacturing project in Bắc Giang province.

Dong Nai Province attracts green investment projects

16:42 | 28/10/2024 Investment

Recognizing Dong Nai Province's strong potential to attract foreign direct investment (FDI), particularly in the logistics sector, KCN Vietnam Group has crafted a strategic plan and committed significant resources to develop a state-of-the-art warehouse system that meets international green standards.

Long An Province working hard to improve investment environment

18:43 | 27/10/2024 Investment

The Mekong Delta province of Long An is committed to further improving its business environment, securing its place in the top three in the Provincial Competitiveness Index rankings, according to the provincial People’s Committee (Administration).

Accelerating the disbursement of public investment capital

11:10 | 27/10/2024 Investment

The Ministry of Planning and Investment has proposed that the government consider launching a 120-day-and-night campaign to disburse public investment capital for 2024. It also urged ministries, sectors, and localities with disbursement rates below the national average to focus on accelerating the disbursement of public investment capital from now until the end of the year.

Investors upbeat about Vietnam’s industrial property market

10:31 | 27/10/2024 Investment

Hanoi – Investors are bullish on Vietnam's industrial property market growth on the back of the nation's strategic location, sound infrastructure, and increasing demand for industrial space, particularly industrial parks that meet green standards, according to market research.

Real estate segments benefit from surging FDI inflow in production

13:31 | 26/10/2024 Investment

HCM City – Despite a modest influx of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the real estate sector since early 2024, Savills Vietnam sees a silver lining in the surge of FDI into high-tech manufacturing.

Dong Nai rolls out red carpet for investment in "100-year development strategy"

16:40 | 24/10/2024 Investment

The southern province of Dong Nai is considered to be at a golden stage, gathering all necessary factors to accelerate and make strong breakthroughs in the coming years, including aligning the province's development with the Southeast region.

Binh Duong needs 300 million USD to upgrade urban infrastructure

09:15 | 22/10/2024 Investment

The southern province of Binh Duong is implementing a plan to access loans of nearly 317 million USD to upgrade urban infrastructure for residents' better living conditions, according to Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Mai Hung Dung.

Vinh Phuc Province, destination for global corporations

11:05 | 21/10/2024 Investment

(VEN) - In early September 2024, Richard Chandler, a billionaire ranked 15th on Forbes’ list of the 50 wealthiest billionaires in Singapore, proposed to Tran Duy Dong, Chairman of the People’s Committee of Vinh Phuc Province, a project worth VND1 trillion to be developed in the locality.

Hưng Yên creates open environment to attract investment

18:13 | 20/10/2024 FDI

With an open investment environment, modern infrastructure and abundant labour resources, Hưng Yên has successfully marketed itself as an attractive destination for investors.

Vietnam has great potential to attract FDI in medical sector

14:34 | 19/10/2024 Investment

(VEN) - With a large and growing domestic market, socioeconomic stability, and active participation in free trade agreements (FTAs), Vietnam has significant potential to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) in the medical sector.

Ben Tre calls on investors to coastal areas

17:27 | 18/10/2024 Investment

The southern province of Ben Tre is striving to attract investors to its coastal areas as a move to realise its goal of developing its eastern part.

Bình Dương eyes semiconductor, high-tech development

08:56 | 17/10/2024 Investment

The southern province of Bình Dương is focusing on facilitating investment in semiconductor and high-tech industries to leverage its advantages in these fields.

Lai Châu attracts VND2 trillion worth of investments

16:52 | 14/10/2024 Investment

Lai Châu Province attracted more than VNĐ2 trillion (US$80.5 million) of investments at an investment promotion conference held on Sunday.

Public investment disbursement acceleration promotes socio-economic development

18:04 | 13/10/2024 Investment

Vietnam is speeding up public investment disbursement to push growth, after going through difficult times due to the severe economic impact of Typhoon Yagi.

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Over 1,000 social media platforms licensed in Vietnam

16:58 | 29/11/2024 Society

(VEN) - According to the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC), as of November 15, 2024, State management agencies have granted 1,056 licenses to establish domestic social media platforms.

Nghệ An approves US$590 million fabric factory investment from Singapore

16:01 | 29/11/2024 Investment

The factory will begin trial operations in the second quarter of 2028 and is expected to provide jobs for 15,000 locals.

Chinese corporation interested in waste-to-energy plant in Can Tho

15:57 | 29/11/2024 Energy

Can Tho – Deputy Director of the Department of Industry and Trade of Can Tho city Huynh Thanh Su had a working session on November 28 with representatives from the China Gezhouba Group Corporation (CGGC), a member of the China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd. (CEEC), to discuss a proposal for cooperation in developing a waste-to-energy plant in the Mekong Delta locality.

The “Taste of Malaysia” event launched at MM Mega Market

15:46 | 29/11/2024 Lifestyle

MM Mega Market Vietnam (MMVN) organized the launch event of the “Taste of Malaysia” program on November 28.

Vietnam enhances relations with Canada, Singapore within CPTPP framework

15:27 | 29/11/2024 Cooperation

Ottawa – Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien had meetings with Canadian Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Mary Ng and Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong on November 28 within the framework of the eighth Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership Commission (CPTPP) meeting in Vancouver, Canada.

Strengthening Vietnam-Cambodia friendship and cooperation

10:03 | 28/11/2024 Infographic

The state visit to Vietnam from November 28-29 by Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni contributes to deepening the relations between the two countries in line with the motto of "Good neighbourliness, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation, and long-term sustainability."

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.

Germany’s Hesse state leader explores cooperation opportunities in Vietnam

09:56 | 26/11/2024 Cooperation

The Minister-President of the German state of Hesse, Boris Rhein, is scheduled to visit Vietnam from November 26 to December 1 to strengthen the strategic partnership between Hesse and Vietnamese partners.

PM orders strengthened state management over e-commerce

10:41 | 26/11/2024 Trade

Hanoi – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 25 ordered relevant ministries and localities to intensify state management over e-commerce.

Việt Nam spends more than $10 billion to import record volume of steel

10:49 | 26/11/2024 Trade

October saw a record steel import volume at 2.41 million tonnes, worth $1.51 billion, representing increases by 55.9 per cent and 41.7 per cent, respectively against the previous month.

Multimedia

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Ancient house comes to life

16:30 | 28/11/2024 Culture

The Ancient House at 87 Mã Mây has come to life with a new live show about a herbalist, one of the owners of the house in the past. Visitors can learn about the tradition of making herbs, and watch the lifestyle of family that once lived there with music and dances from the 1930s.

Strengthening Vietnam-Cambodia friendship and cooperation

10:03 | 28/11/2024 Infographic

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.

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.

Policy

NA passes Geology and Mineral Law, Fire Safety Law

14:24 | 29/11/2024 Policy

HÀ NỘI — The National Assembly (NA) on Friday approved the Geology and Mineral Law with an overwhelming majority of 446 out of 448 deputies voting in favour, representing 93.11 per cent of its members.

NA appoints new finance, transport ministers and NA General Secretary

11:10 | 29/11/2024 Policy

HÀ NỘI — The National Assembly (NA) on Thursday approved the appointment of Nguyễn Văn Thắng and Trần Hồng Minh as new Minister of Finance and Minister of Transport, respectively.

NA passes revised law on human trafficking prevention, control

16:29 | 28/11/2024 Policy

Hanoi – The National Assembly (NA) on November 28 passed the revised Law on Human Trafficking Prevention and Control with approval from 454 out of 455 deputies participating in the voting.

Legislature passes amendments to health insurance law

15:49 | 28/11/2024 Policy

The Government will continue to provide support for students in participating in health insurance, with increasing levels put into consideration.

Industry & Trade

Chinese corporation interested in waste-to-energy plant in Can Tho

15:57 | 29/11/2024 Energy

Cinnamon industry seeks to take advantage of trade deal to expand exports to the UK

09:20 | 28/11/2024 Industry

According to the Việt Nam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA), Việt Nam is the world’s largest cinnamon producer with a total plantation area of 180,000 ha and has become the world’s largest exporter of cinnamon products since 2021.

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.

Investment

Nghệ An approves US$590 million fabric factory investment from Singapore

16:01 | 29/11/2024 Investment

The factory will begin trial operations in the second quarter of 2028 and is expected to provide jobs for 15,000 locals.

Ha Nam grants investment license worth more than 2.6 trillion VND for Thanh Binh II Industrial Park project

09:28 | 29/11/2024 Investment

The People’s Committee of Ha Nam Province held a conference on the afternoon of November 26 to issue an investment certificate for the Thanh Binh II Industrial Park infrastructure development and business project.

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.

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.

Finance-Banking

PM orders strengthening 2024 credit management

17:31 | 28/11/2024 Finance-Banking

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 27 ordered the Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to outline solutions aimed at improving credit management for 2024 in the face of evolving global economic challenges.

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.

Environment

Strengthening cooperation on environment and climate adaptation

10:01 | 28/11/2024 Environment

Can Tho – A working session between leaders of Can Tho and a delegation led by Daniel Stork, Consul General of the Netherlands in Ho Chi Minh City, was held in the Mekong delta city on November 27 to discuss opportunities for expanding bilateral collaboration in agriculture, environmental protection, and climate change adaptation.

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.

Science - Technology

VN to embrace a new internet era: VIA

16:17 | 28/11/2024 Science - Technology

There are vast opportunities for Vietnamese internet businesses, participants were told at Việt Nam's Internet Day 2024 in Hà Nội.

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.

Society

Over 1,000 social media platforms licensed in Vietnam

16:58 | 29/11/2024 Society

(VEN) - According to the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC), as of November 15, 2024, State management agencies have granted 1,056 licenses to establish domestic social media platforms.

HCMC bus stations well prepared to meet increasing transport demand

15:20 | 29/11/2024 Society

(VEN) - The bus ticket prices for the coming Tet (Lunar New Year Holiday) time in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) will increase by 40-60% compared to regular days, while the Eastern Bus Station and other bus terminals are expected to serve about 140,000 passengers during this period.