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Party chief and his spouse set off for official visit to Malaysia

08:39 | 21/11/2024 News and Events

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam, his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Hanoi on November 21 morning for a three-day official visit to Malaysia at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his spouse.

G20 Summit: Vietnam promotes relations with countries, international organisations

17:24 | 20/11/2024 News and Events

Rio de Janeiro - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held separate meetings with leaders from Spain, Paraguay, Canada, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Vatican, and the World Health Organisation (WHO) on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Brazil, on November 19 (local time).

Party leader’s trip to Malaysia to consolidate political trust: official

16:10 | 20/11/2024 News and Events

The official visit to Malaysia by Party General Secretary To Lam from November 21-23 will help elevate the relationship between the two countries to a new level, thereby creating new and important opportunities to strengthen Vietnam’s peaceful environment and attracting additional resources for national development, a Party official has said.

NA Chairman's Cambodia visit expected to help expand bilateral ties: ambassador

15:55 | 20/11/2024 News and Events

Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyễn Huy Tăng highlighted that this is Mẫn’s first official visit to the neighbouring country in his capacity as the top legislator.

NA Chairman departs for official visit to Cambodia

14:38 | 21/11/2024 News and Events

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam’s Party and State left Hanoi on November 21 for an official visit to Cambodia, where the top legislator will attend the 12th General Assembly of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP) and the 11th Plenary Session of International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace (IPTP).

Vietnamese PM hold talks with President of Dominican Republic

08:59 | 21/11/2024 News and Events

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and President of the Dominican Republic Luis Abinader Corona held talks in Santo Domingo on November 20 morning (local time) as part of the Vietnamese leader's official visit to the Caribbean country.

Vietnamese PM meets with leaders of Dominican Republic’s Congress

08:47 | 21/11/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had separate meetings with President of the Dominican Republic’s Senate Ricardo de los Santos Polanco and President of the Chamber of Deputies Alfredo Pacheco in Santo Domingo on November 20 afternoon (local time), as part of the Vietnamese leader's official visit to the Caribbean country.

PM arrives in Santo Domingo, beginning official visit to Dominican Republic

10:14 | 20/11/2024 News and Events

Santo Domingo – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at Las Américas International Airport in Santo Domingo on November 19 evening (local time), beginning an official visit to the Dominican Republic.

G20 Summit: PM shares three proposals to accelerate SDG implementation

09:09 | 20/11/2024 News and Events

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh made three proposals to help get the process of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) back on track, and ensure timely completion, while addressing a discussion session on sustainable development and energy transition, as part of the G20 Summit, in Rio de Janeiro on November 19 (local time).

Party chief welcomes Armenian NA President

09:00 | 20/11/2024 News and Events

Party General Secretary To Lam on November 19 received President of the National Assembly of Armenia Alen Simonyan, who is paying an official visit to Vietnam – the first of its kind by a top legislator of Armenia since the two countries established diplomatic relations over three decades ago.

Vietnamese PM meets with world leaders on G20 Summit sidelines

15:53 | 19/11/2024 News and Events

Rio de Janeiro - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had meetings with leaders of countries and international organisations on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on November 19.

Armenian NA President pays tribute to President Ho Chi Minh

14:51 | 19/11/2024 News and Events

Hanoi – A delegation of the Armenian National Assembly (NA) led by its President Alen Simonyan paid tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum in Hanoi on November 19 as part of their official visit to Vietnam.

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm to pay official visit to Malaysia

10:28 | 19/11/2024 News and Events

The visit is made at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his spouse.

PM proposes three strategic guarantees for global poverty eradication

08:57 | 19/11/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivered a speech at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro on November 18 (local time), proposing three strategic guarantees for global poverty eradication.

Mass mobilisation must prioritise citizens’ interests: Party chief

08:32 | 19/11/2024 News and Events

The ultimate goal of mass mobilisation in today’s context is to serve the people, bring practical benefits to the people and address their legitimate needs and aspirations, said Party General Secretary To Lam.

NA Chairman to visit Cambodia, attend ICAPP, IPTP meetings

08:12 | 19/11/2024 News and Events

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man will lead a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese Party and State to pay an official visit to Cambodia and attend the 12th General Assembly of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP) and the 11th Plenary Session of International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace (IPTP) from November 21-24.

PM attends Vietnam-Brazil business forum in Rio de Janeiro

15:03 | 18/11/2024 News and Events

Rio de Janeiro - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended a Vietnam-Brazil business forum in Rio de Janeiro on 17 November afternoon (local time) as part of his trip to Brazil for attendance at the G20 Summit and bilateral activities in the Latin American country.

Armenian NA President arrives in Hà Nội, beginning official visit to Việt Nam

08:54 | 18/11/2024 News and Events

Việt Nam - Armenia trade reached US$62.6 million in 2022, up 469 per cent from a year earlier, and hit $342 million in 2023, an increase of 516 per cent compared to 2022. There remains room for both countries to boost cooperation in such areas as economics, trade, science, and education.

Vietnam, Brazil agree to upgrade bilateral relations to Strategic Partnership

08:53 | 18/11/2024 News and Events

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Rio de Janeiro on November 17, during which the two leaders agreed to elevate the bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership and issue a Joint statement on the upgrade of the ties.

PM Pham Minh Chinh joins Vietnam Day in Brazil

08:46 | 18/11/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse, and the Vietnamese delegation participated in the “Vietnam Day in Brazil” programme in Rio de Janeiro on November 17 (local time).

PM receives leaders of major enterprises in Brazil

08:38 | 18/11/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received leaders of four Brazilian corporations in Rio de Janeiro on November 17 (local time) as part of his trip to Brazil for participation in the G20 Summit and bilateral activities.

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Metro line 1 begins commercial operations this weekend

10:45 | 18/12/2024 Society

The Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) in Ho Chi Minh City will start commercial operations on December 22, 2024, while its official inauguration has been postponed to after the 2025 lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Six hospitals to be upgraded to meet international standards

09:53 | 18/12/2024 Society

Six hospitals will be prioritised for investment and upgrades to meet international standards, part of the Government's decision approving the implementation of the master plan for the healthcare network for the period of 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050.

Construction industry expands at the highest rate since 2020: ministry

09:38 | 18/12/2024 Industry

The construction industry is estimated to expand at around 7.8- 8.2% this year, the highest rate since 2020, according to a Ministry of Construction report.

Directive issued to ensure merry Tet for all

09:30 | 18/12/2024 Society

The Party Central Committee’s Secretariat has issued a directive on the organisation of the Lunar New Year (Tet) to ensure safe, healthy, and economical celebrations of the New Year, creating new momentum for realising the tasks for 2025.

Investors wait for a boost in the IPO market

09:27 | 18/12/2024 Economy

A new chapter is expected to unfold in Vietnam's financial market, as companies across various sectors gear up for their initial public offerings (IPOs), signalling a notable shift in the country's investment landscape.

PM urges combating group interest during apparatus restructuring

10:47 | 13/12/2024 Policy

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 12 highlighted the need to counteract group interests and personal gains during the restructuring process of the organisational apparatus, and develop appropriate policies to safeguard officials and public servants’ legitimate rights and interests.

Businesses need to understand and comply with competition laws

16:12 | 12/12/2024 Economy

(VEN) - On the morning of December 12, in Hanoi, the National Competition Commission under the Ministry of Industry and Trade organized a conference to introduce the process of handling anti-competitive practices.

Party chief receives Dominican Republic’s United Left Movement Party leader

08:48 | 13/12/2024 News and Events

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam hosted a reception in Hanoi on December 12 for General Secretary of the United Left Movement (MIU) Party and Minister of Regional Integration Policies of the Dominican Republic Miguel Mejia, who is on a working visit to Vietnam.

Vietnam, China ink protocol on railway transport cooperation

08:51 | 13/12/2024 Cooperation

A protocol related to railway transport cooperation between Vietnam and China was signed at the 44th Vietnam-China border railway conference held in Hanoi on December 12.

Top legislator receives Samsung Vietnam's leader

08:57 | 13/12/2024 News and Events

The Party, State, National Assembly, and Government of Vietnam always support and create a favourable legal framework for investment, production, and business activities of enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK), including the Samsung Group, NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man said while receiving General Director of Samsung Vietnam Choi Joo Ho in Hanoi on December 12.

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Total FDI registered in Vietnam hits 31.4 billion USD in January-November

09:02 | 17/12/2024 Infographic

As of November 30, 2024, the total newly registered capital, adjusted capital, and capital contributions or share purchases by foreign investors in Vietnam reached nearly 31.4 billion USD, up 1% increase compared to the same period last year.

First 11 months of 2024: Import-export turnover increases 15.4%

10:55 | 16/12/2024 Infographic

In the first 11 months of this year, Vietnam’s total import-export turnover reached 715.55 billion USD, up 15.4% against the same period last year, of which exports rose by 14.4% and imports up 16.4%. In the reviewed period, Vietnam enjoyed a trade surplus of 24.31 billion USD.

11-month agro-forestry-fishery exports exceed yearly target

19:55 | 15/12/2024 Infographic

Vietnam’s total export turnover of agro-forestry-fishery products in the first 11 months of 2024 reached 56.74 billion USD, an increase of 19% over the same period in 2023. The sector has exceeded the set target of 54-55 billion USD for the whole year, and is confidently aiming for a new record of 60 billion USD.

Hanoi achieves or exceeds 23/24 socio-economic targets for 2024

08:57 | 13/12/2024 Infographic

Hanoi achieves rather comprehensive results in its socio-economic development in 2024, with 23/24 targets completed or exceeded.

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.

Policy

PM requests no one be left behind in apparatus restructuring

09:16 | 18/12/2024 Policy

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 17 requested the development of regimes and policies to ensure the legal and legitimate rights and interests of officials, civil servants, public employees, and labourers in the restructuring of the organisational apparatus, with no one left behind.

PM urges combating group interest during apparatus restructuring

10:47 | 13/12/2024 Policy

Vietnam viewed as a priority in India's Act East policy

15:20 | 12/12/2024 Policy

The Secretary (East) at the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has highlighted Vietnam as one of the first countries with which India has engaged in a multi-dimensional manner as part of the South Asian nation’s Act East 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.

Industry & Trade

Construction industry expands at the highest rate since 2020: ministry

09:38 | 18/12/2024 Industry

The construction industry is estimated to expand at around 7.8- 8.2% this year, the highest rate since 2020, according to a Ministry of Construction report.

Viet Nam's semiconductor industry revenue estimated at over US$18 billion in 2024

15:47 | 17/12/2024 Industry

Viet Nam's semiconductor industry revenue is estimated at US$18.23 billion in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 11.5 percent, according to Minister of Information and Communication Nguyen Manh Hung.

Small nuclear reactors could power Vietnam’s net-zero future: experts

09:16 | 17/12/2024 Energy

Two Vietnamese professors who are working in the US have offered insights into the potential and challenges of nuclear power development in Vietnam, recommending an approach centred on small-scale nuclear reactors as drawn from international practices.

Vietnam home to 174 FDI projects in semiconductor sector

09:11 | 17/12/2024 Industry

Vietnam has emerged as a burgeoning hub for the semiconductor industry, now home to 174 foreign-invested projects with a total registered capital of nearly 11.6 billion USD, according to Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung.

Investment

Can Tho attracts non-state investment

10:21 | 17/12/2024 Investment

Can Tho has been planned as a nuclear urban centre of the Mekong Delta region and received central government attention after the National Assembly issued a resolution on piloting special mechanisms for Can Tho’s development.

FDI remains vital contributor to boost economic growth

09:06 | 13/12/2024 Investment

Foreign direct investment (FDI) remains one of the most vital drivers of national economic growth, recording remarkable results in 2024.

Total investment for Bien Hoa - Vung Tau expressway project to increase by VND6.3 trillion

14:54 | 12/12/2024 Investment

(VEN) - The total investment of Bien Hoa - Vung Tau expressway project is expected to increase by nearly VND6.3 trillion compared to the initial estimate approved by the National Assembly.

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.

Finance-Banking

Many banks increase deposit interest rates in year-end period

16:56 | 16/12/2024 Finance-Banking

In the year-end period, savings interest rates have become a focal point, with many banks adjusting their offerings, showing clear divergence.

Deputy PM urges extra efforts to remove Vietnam from money laundering grey list

15:16 | 13/12/2024 Finance-Banking

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc on December 12 urged ministries and sectors to do their utmost to implement the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)’s 17 recommendations to lift Vietnam out of its list of Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring (grey list) related to money laundering.

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.

Environment

11 rare monkeys released back into wild in Nghe An

09:27 | 18/12/2024 Environment

Eleven rare monkeys were released into the Pu Huong Nature Reserve in the central province of Nghe An on December 17.

Master Plan on Sustainable Exploitation and Use of Coastal Resources announced

11:26 | 16/12/2024 Environment

(VEN) - The Master Plan on Sustainable Exploitation and Use of Coastal Resources for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision to 2050, was announced by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment on December 15 at a conference in Khanh Hoa Province.

French agency ready to support Ninh Thuan in climate adaptation project

11:38 | 14/12/2024 Environment

The French Development Agency (AFD) has expressed its readiness to assist the south-central province of Ninh Thuan in preparing necessary conditions for the early implementation of a project aimed at addressing drought, erosion, and flooding, and climate change adaptation.

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.

Science - Technology

Two VNA newspapers rated "excellent" in digital transformation maturity

14:29 | 17/12/2024 Science - Technology

Two newspapers of the Vietnam News Agency - VietnamPlus and Tin tuc (News) - are among the 28 press agencies in Vietnam rated “excellent” in digital transformation maturity by the Authority of Press under the Ministry of Information and Communications.

Russia’s autonomous area wants to boost IT cooperation with Vietnam

15:00 | 16/12/2024 Science - Technology

Pavel Tsiporin, Deputy Governor of Russia’s Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Area – Ugra, has expressed his hope for cooperation with ASEAN member states, including Vietnam, in information technology (IT).

Tokyo forum provides youngsters with insights into IT career

14:55 | 16/12/2024 Science - Technology

The Vietnamese Professionals in Japan (VPJ) held the VPJ Career Forum 2024 in Tokyo on December 14, which gathered more than 100 young Vietnamese intellectuals and featured five leading experts in the field of information technology (IT), aiming to give valuable insights to youngsters to better shape their career prospects.

NVIDIA deal – catalyst for Vietnam’s tech growth: investment site

09:48 | 13/12/2024 Science - Technology

Vietnam’s partnership with US tech giant NVIDIA has reflected the Southeast Asia country’s proactive technology development strategy as well as its significant economic potential, according to Vietnam-briefing.com, an investment site of legal tax and operational advisory provider Dezan Shira & Associate.

Society

Metro line 1 begins commercial operations this weekend

10:45 | 18/12/2024 Society

Six hospitals to be upgraded to meet international standards

09:53 | 18/12/2024 Society

Directive issued to ensure merry Tet for all

09:30 | 18/12/2024 Society

Hanoi’s master plan targets per capita GRDP of 46,000 USD by 2050

16:19 | 16/12/2024 Society

The capital city’s per capita gross regional domestic product (GRDP) is expected to hit 45,000 - 46,000 USD while the urbanisation rate reach 80-85% by 2050, according to a newly-approved master plan for Hanoi in the 2021 - 2030 period with a vision to 2050.

Vietnamese Brands

Hanoi promotes key industrial products

12:57 | 15/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Thirty-six products from 25 businesses were selected and recognised as Hanoi’s key industrial products for 2024.

Building a strong brand for Ha Giang’s thick-skinned orange

14:31 | 12/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

(VEN) - With high nutritional value good for health, the thick-skinned orange has become well-known as a specialty of Ha Giang Province.

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.

Culture

Legendary band Boney M to thrill Vietnamese audiences this Christmas

14:49 | 17/12/2024 Culture

World renowned disco band Boney M are set to enliven the Central Highland province of Lam Dong alongside celebrated singers and bands from the 1970s and 1980s, including Joy and Samantha Fox, during the Da Lat spring concert which will be held on December 21.

Ten prominent cultural, sports, tourism events in 2024 announced

14:39 | 17/12/2024 Culture

The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism on December 16 announced the top 10 cultural, sports, and tourism events for 2024 based on both direct and online voting.

Argentine culture moves closer to Vietnam with Tango dance

15:15 | 16/12/2024 Culture

(VEN) - The Tango dance from Argentina is sometimes lively, sometimes gentle, with sophisticated melody and lyrics, is getting closer to the Vietnamese people who love the Argentine culture.

Music night honours friendship of Vietnam, Latin American countries

15:04 | 16/12/2024 Culture

The 12th Latin American Music Night took place in Hanoi on December 15, showcasing vibrant Latin music and culture.

Tourism

Vietnam among top 3 destinations appealing to Australians

14:34 | 17/12/2024 Tourism

Australians are continuing to travel in record numbers with the latest data revealing Vietnam as one of the three top-growth destinations, according to the Singapore-based asianaviation.com on December 16.

Ha Long Bay celebrates 30 years as a world heritage site

15:16 | 16/12/2024 Tourism

Ha Long Bay, a breathtaking gem of Vietnam, was recognised as a World Natural Heritage site three decades ago, on December 17, 1994. This 30-year milestone not only marks a moment of pride for Vietnam but also underscores the immense responsibility that comes with safeguarding such a natural treasure.

“Biet dong Sai Gon - Legendary Tunnels" tour launched

15:10 | 16/12/2024 Tourism

The People’s Committee of District 10 in Ho Chi Minh City and the Chim Canh Cut Travel Service Joint Stock Company on December 14 launched an inter-district tourist tour named "Biet dong Sai Gon - Nhung can ham huyen thoai" (Saigon Special Forces - Legendary Tunnels."

Cao Bang promotes UNESCO-recognised global geopark

13:11 | 15/12/2024 Tourism

The northern mountainous province of Cao Bang has made significant efforts to preserve the heritage values of its Non nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark, aiming to foster sustainable tourism development.