Vietnam co-chairs 28th ASEAN-RoK dialogue

Vietnam co-chairs 28th ASEAN-RoK dialogue

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Head of the ASEAN Senior Official Meeting (SOM) delegation of Vietnam Do Hung Viet and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, SOM Leader of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Chung Byung-won co-chaired the 28th ASEAN-RoK Dialogue on April 4.
Vietnam, China step up cooperation between localities

Vietnam, China step up cooperation between localities

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Secretary of the Party Committee of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China Liu Ning discussed measures to further promote relations between Vietnamese ministries and agencies, and Guangxi province of China at their meeting in Chongzuo city on April 3.
Vietnam strengthens economic diplomacy efforts

Vietnam strengthens economic diplomacy efforts

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on April 2 chaired a hybrid conference with Vietnamese representative agencies abroad and provinces and cities nationwide to discuss enhancing economic diplomacy and its role in Vietnam’s development in 2024 and beyond.
PM pushes for faster progress of 500kW circuit-3 transmission line

PM pushes for faster progress of 500kW circuit-3 transmission line

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a teleconference with ministries, agencies, localities and units on April 1 to review the progress of the 500kV circuit-3 power transmission line linking Quang Trach in the central province of Quang Binh and Pho Noi in the northern province of Hung Yen.
New Vietnam-Laos Trade Agreement officially signed

New Vietnam-Laos Trade Agreement officially signed

(VEN) - On the morning of April 8, 2024, in Vientiane, Laos, Vietnamese Minister of Industry and Trade, Nguyen Hong Dien, and Lao Minister of Industry and Commerce, Malaithong Kommasith, signed a new Vietnam-Laos Trade Agreement.
NA Chairman meets with Chinese top leader in Beijing

NA Chairman meets with Chinese top leader in Beijing

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue had a meeting with General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on April 8 as part of his ongoing official visit to China.
Vietnamese, Lao officials discuss promotion of energy, mineral ties

Vietnamese, Lao officials discuss promotion of energy, mineral ties

(VEN) - A delegation of the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) paid a visit to Laos from April 6-8. On April 7, in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, the delegation’s head, Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien had talks with Lao Minister of Energy and Mines, Phosay Sayasone, to enhance energy and mineral cooperation between Vietnam and Laos.
Prime Minister works with Japan Business Federation

Prime Minister works with Japan Business Federation

Vietnam always treasures ties with Japan and activities of its investors in the country, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh told a delegation from the Japan Business Federation (KEIDANREN) led by Masayoshi Fujimoto and Masayuki Hyodo, Co-chairmen of KEIDANREN’s Japan - Vietnam Economic Committee at a working session in Hanoi on March 28.
Vietnam, Italy beef up trade, investment cooperation

Vietnam, Italy beef up trade, investment cooperation

Vietnamese Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien held a working session in Hanoi on March 28 with Marco Della Seta, Italian Ambassador to Vietnam and Regina Corradini D’Airenzo, CEO of SIMEST which is responsible for promoting Italian companies' outward investment and providing technical and financial support for investment projects.
Acting President hosts WB Country Director

Acting President hosts WB Country Director

Acting President Vo Thi Anh Xuan hosted in Hanoi on March 27 a reception for World Bank (WB) Country Director for Vietnam Carolyn Turk, who came to say goodbye at the end of her tenure.
Vietnam, UK agree to better tap cooperation potential

Vietnam, UK agree to better tap cooperation potential

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang and visiting Permanent Under-Secretary at the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Philip Barton shared the view on the need for Vietnam and the UK to enhance cooperation in various spheres.
Vietnam treasures relations with Finland: NA Chairman

Vietnam treasures relations with Finland: NA Chairman

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue affirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to developing its traditional friendship and multi-faceted cooperation with Finland while holding talks with Speaker of the Parliament of Finland Jussi Halla-aho in Hanoi on March 25.
Top Finnish legislator begins official visit to Vietnam

Top Finnish legislator begins official visit to Vietnam

Speaker of the Parliament of Finland Jussi Halla-aho and a high-ranking delegation of the Finnish Parliament arrived in Hanoi at noon on March 24, beginning a three-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue.
Prime Minister welcomes Argentinean minister

Prime Minister welcomes Argentinean minister

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception for Argentina’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship Diana Elena Mondino in Hanoi on March 20.
Vietnam, Singapore deepen economic, energy cooperation

Vietnam, Singapore deepen economic, energy cooperation

Vietnamese Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien held talks with Singaporean Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng in Hanoi on March 20, during which they discussed ways to strengthen economic and trade ties between the two nations.
PM receives delegation of leading Dutch enterprises

PM receives delegation of leading Dutch enterprises

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 19 emphasised that Vietnam will create favourable conditions for the business community, including Dutch corporations and businesses, to invest successfully, sustainably, and long-term in Vietnam when he received a Dutch business delegation led by Ingrid Thijssen, chair of the Confederation of Netherlands Industry and Employers (VNO-NCW) in Hanoi.
Vietnam ready to back Denmark

Vietnam ready to back Denmark's APM Terminals to pilot green port projects: Deputy PM

Vietnam is ready to provide favourable conditions for APM Terminals to pilot green port projects along with a mechanism for direct electricity trading from renewable energy projects in Vietnam, said Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha while hosting the Danish company's CEO Keith Svendsen in Hanoi on March 18.
12th Ocean Dialogue discusses maritime connectivity in fragmenting world

12th Ocean Dialogue discusses maritime connectivity in fragmenting world

The 12th Ocean Dialogue, themed “Enduring Maritime Connectivity in a Fragmenting World”, took place in Ho Chi Minh City on March 15.
2024 National Press Festival opens in HCM City

2024 National Press Festival opens in HCM City

The 2024 National Press Festival kicked off in Ho Chi Minh City on March 15 as a significant preparation step towards the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Revolutionary Press Day.
Vietnam, Chinese province to tighten economic, trade links

Vietnam, Chinese province to tighten economic, trade links

With their market sizes and complementary strengths, Vietnam and Shandong province of China still have a lot of room to enhance economic and trade cooperation, an official of the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) said on March 13.
PM hopes for more fruitful Vietnam-ADB partnership

PM hopes for more fruitful Vietnam-ADB partnership

Vietnam and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have cooperated fruitfully over the past 30 years, and their cooperation is expected to grow further in the next three decades, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on March 13.
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Japan's renewable energy firm Erex is going to invest in a 50MW biomass power plant project in Van Yen district, the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai.
VN adds over 110,000 new securities accounts in April, bringing total to 7.7 million

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Since the beginning of this year, the number of securities accounts held by domestic investors has increased by more than half a million accounts.
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35 localities piloting four-wheel EVs for tourists, despite no official legal regulations

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Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

At the Việt Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism, ethnic minority people join State agencies and experts in preserving and introducing their communities’ cultural values to visitors.
vietnamese ethnic culture and tourism village hosts numerous activities in may

Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

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European Literary Days focuses on gender

The European Literature Days 2024 has kicked off with a series of literature and exhibition events in Hà Nội and HCM City
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Green transformation in tourism starts with correct understanding, awareness: expert

Many tourism businesses still have insufficient and incorrect understanding of these principles so the implementation of green tourism within the Vietnamese business community is still limited.
vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at shanghai international film festival

Vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at Shanghai International Film Festival

According to the organisers of the film festival, the works of the Vietnamese French director and scriptwriter, who won the Best Director Award at the 76th Cannes Film Festival in 2023 for The Taste of Things, blend the expressions of Eastern and Western cultures, with sensitivity, delicacy, and a romantic style.
hcm city achieves 127 million in tourism revenue over five day holiday

HCM City achieves $127 million in tourism revenue over five-day holiday

HCM City’s tourism revenue is estimated at more than VNĐ3.23 trillion (US$127 million) during the five-day holiday celebrating Reunification Day from April 27-May 1, according to the city Department of Tourism.
New law on industrial parks proposed to lure in high quality investment capital flow

New law on industrial parks proposed to lure in high quality investment capital flow

HÀ NỘI — The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has proposed developing a law on industrial parks, aiming to create flourishing conditions for Việt Nam to build large and green industrial parks that can attract high-quality investment capital flow.
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Decree fosters industrial cluster development

(VEN) - The Government has recently issued Decree 32/2024/ND-CP (Decree 32) on the management and development of industrial clusters (ICs), creating a more favorable mechanism for IC development.
Decree regulates conditions for cars from abroad to Việt Nam

Decree regulates conditions for cars from abroad to Việt Nam

HÀ NỘI — Foreign drivers using their vehicles in Việt Nam must complete a stringent set of procedures through a recognised travel company before they enter the country.
Fresh policies come into effect in May 2024

Fresh policies come into effect in May 2024

New policies regarding standards for civil servants holding leadership and management positions, management and development of industrial clusters, transportation of dangerous goods, and penalties in fishing sector shall come into effect this May.
Rooftop solar power trading is a no, for now

Rooftop solar power trading is a no, for now

The power can still be connected to the national grid but transmission can only priced at VNĐ0, a requirement that has sparked controversy with opponents saying the policy is counterproductive as a way of encouraging the public and businesses to participate.
Thai Nguyen energizes rural industrial enterprises

Thai Nguyen energizes rural industrial enterprises

(VEN) - Thanks to timely support from industry promotion programs and projects, the rural industrial enterprises in Thai Nguyen Province have boldly invested in large and modern machinery to improve production capacity.
IC development challenges Dong Nai Province

IC development challenges Dong Nai Province

(VEN) - Under the plan, the southeastern province of Dong Nai will have 27 industrial clusters (ICs) with a total area of almost 1,500 hectares in the 2021-2025 period. However, only four of the 27 ICs have had their infrastructure projects accomplished as of the end of 2023, while the rest are still under investment procedure handling and site clearance.
Textile and garment businesses face difficulties due to lack of domestic supply

Textile and garment businesses face difficulties due to lack of domestic supply

HÀ NỘI — The textile and garment industry has long faced an imbalance between production stages.
Japanese firm to build biomass power plant in Yen Bai

Japanese firm to build biomass power plant in Yen Bai

Japan's renewable energy firm Erex is going to invest in a 50MW biomass power plant project in Van Yen district, the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai.
Foreign, domestic investment in Ba Ria - Vung Tau rises sharply

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Foreign and domestic investment in the southern province of Ba Ria - Vung Tau stood at almost 1.63 billion USD and over 25.93 trillion VND (1 billion USD) during the first four months of 2024, surging 7.2-fold from a year earlier.
Foreign investors encouraged to invest in petroleum storage infrastructure

Foreign investors encouraged to invest in petroleum storage infrastructure

The Vietnamese Government has given green light to foreign investors to invest in developing oil and gas storage and supply infrastructure system, but they cannot participate in distributing, importing and exporting petroleum.
Cambodian media values Vietnam

Cambodian media values Vietnam's foreign investment attraction

The SBM NEWS website of Cambodia has published an article praising Vietnam's ability to attract foreign investment, especially in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh.
Tax sector sees 10.7% rise in State budget revenue in four months

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Total State budget collection in the first four months of this year was estimated at 640.29 trillion VND (25.20 billion USD), equivalent to 43% of the yearly projection, representing a year-on-year rise of 10.7%, according to the General Department of Taxation.
MoF refuses to cut import tax for some materials of animal feed production

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Government proposes extending VAT cut until year end

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The Government has proposed extending the cut in value-added tax (VAT) from 10% to 8% on specific groups of goods and services from July 1 until the end of the year to support business and production activities.
Stock market upgrade to help Vietnam lure another 10 bln USD in investment

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The elevation of the stock market to "emerging" status can help Vietnam attract an additional 10 billion USD in both direct and indirect investment, KB Vietnam Securities JSC (KBSV) reported, citing the World Bank (WB).
PM orders intensified carbon credit supervision

PM orders intensified carbon credit supervision

HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has issued a directive focusing on bolstering carbon credit management to effectively implement Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
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Unsorted waste could be denied collection, per a draft document proposed by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
PM asks for effective preventive solutions against forest fires

PM asks for effective preventive solutions against forest fires

HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has issued an official dispatch, requesting ministries, sectors, and localities to continue vigorously and effectively implementing fire prevention and control measures nationwide amid hot weather across the country.
Heat records broken, more hot weather forecast for May

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HÀ NỘI — April saw 112 heat records as the country baked in sweltering weather, with many places breaking temperature records set over a decade ago.
35 localities piloting four-wheel EVs for tourists, despite no official legal regulations

35 localities piloting four-wheel EVs for tourists, despite no official legal regulations

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2024 VinFuture Prize records 1,469 nominations

2024 VinFuture Prize records 1,469 nominations

The 4th edition of VinFuture Prize, an annual international award that honours remarkable scientific breakthroughs and promotes innovations for humankind, has officially closed its nomination portal with a record of 1,469 submissions.
HCM City: Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution to debut in September

HCM City: Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution to debut in September

A centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in Ho Chi Minh City is scheduled to be officially launched in September, with a mission to be Vietnam’s top facility in advising national industrial policies, piloting their implementation in the southern metropolis, and promoting economic transformation in the revolution.
Vietnam’s digital products to go global

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(VEN) - Vietnamese digital technology businesses have made great strides in development, as more digital application products have been created. In addition to the domestic market, the state needs to support them to bring Make-in-Vietnam digital products and services to the world.
Government approves the Red River Delta Region Master Plan

Government approves the Red River Delta Region Master Plan

Recognised as a strategically vital area, the Red River Delta will serve as a pivotal force in driving development and leading the nation's efforts in economic restructuring and the transformation of its growth model.
Bình Thuận works to stop fishing vessels from infringing on foreign waters

Bình Thuận works to stop fishing vessels from infringing on foreign waters

BÌNH THUẬN – The People’s Committee of the south-central province of Bình Thuận on May 7 requested extra efforts to resolutely not let any local fishing vessels and fishermen violate foreign waters so as to fight illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
Điện Biên Phủ Victory shows strength of intelligence, public consensus: Officer

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The Điện Biên Phủ (May 7, 1954) was not only a victory of the strength of intelligence and public consensus but also contributed to the end of the resistance war against the French colonialists of the Vietnamese army and people.
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HCM City works to put Metro Line No. 1 into operation soon

Ho Chi Minh City's Metro Line No. 1 (Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien) is close to the finish line but is facing some difficulties, thus the local administration and the investor are making efforts to remove obstacles so that the it can start commercial operation soon.
Kim Sơn sedge weaving named as intangible cultural heritage

Kim Sơn sedge weaving named as intangible cultural heritage

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Habeco, northern beer Industry icon, reports largest quarterly loss in four years

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PV Gas unions launch book donation program

PV Gas unions launch book donation program

(VEN) - On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day (April 21, 2014 - 2024), to honor the value of books and promote reading culture among students at primary schools, the Trade Union and Youth Union organizations of Petrovietnam Gas Joint Stock Corporation (PV GAS) launched a book donation program with the theme “Donating a book, giving a future.”
Vietnam Airlines reports profit in H1

Vietnam Airlines reports profit in H1

Vietnam Airlines (VNA) reported after-tax profit of VNĐ4.44 trillion (US$173.19 million) in Quarter 1 as it is strengthening its international flights and restructuring.
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European Literary Days focuses on gender

European Literary Days focuses on gender

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“The Road to Dien Bien Phu” full of emotion

“The Road to Dien Bien Phu” full of emotion

(VEN) - To mark the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024), the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum held the “The Road to Dien Bien Phu” exhibition to introduce 70 outstanding artworks, such as paintings, graphics, sculptures, sketches, and posters by 34 authors produced between 1949 and 2009.
Vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at Shanghai International Film Festival

Vietnamese celebrated director to head jury at Shanghai International Film Festival

According to the organisers of the film festival, the works of the Vietnamese French director and scriptwriter, who won the Best Director Award at the 76th Cannes Film Festival in 2023 for The Taste of Things, blend the expressions of Eastern and Western cultures, with sensitivity, delicacy, and a romantic style.
HCM City launches international photo contest

HCM City launches international photo contest

Vietnamese and foreign photographers, both amateurs and professionals, are encouraged to take part in the third HCM City International Photography Contest.
Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

Vietnamese Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village hosts numerous activities in May

At the Việt Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism, ethnic minority people join State agencies and experts in preserving and introducing their communities’ cultural values to visitors.
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Fansipan Rose Festival 2024 offers tourists fascinating experiences

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Green transformation in tourism starts with correct understanding, awareness: expert

Green transformation in tourism starts with correct understanding, awareness: expert

Many tourism businesses still have insufficient and incorrect understanding of these principles so the implementation of green tourism within the Vietnamese business community is still limited.
7 places that are worth a visit in Điện Biên

7 places that are worth a visit in Điện Biên

Here are seven recommended places for those who intend to visit the province.
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