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PM meets with new ambassadors, heads of Vietnamese representative offices abroad

09:10 | 08/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 7 met with ambassadors and heads of Vietnam's representative offices abroad before they take on their new assignments.

PM urges extra efforts to fulfil all 15 targets set for 2024

17:19 | 07/12/2024 News and Events

Hanoi - Ministries and sectors need to promote the mindset of daring to think, daring to act, and daring to take responsibility for the common interests, with the goal of achieving all 15 out of 15 targets set for 2024 so as to lay the foundation and momentum for next year, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed at the Government’s monthly regular meeting on December 7.

Top legislator receives leader of Japanese Communist Party

17:04 | 06/12/2024 News and Events

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man received Chairman of the Presidium of the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) Central Committee Shii Kazuo in Tokyo on December 6 as part of his ongoing official visit to Japan.

Party Chief visits nuclear plant site, cultural establishments in Ninh Thuan

08:09 | 06/12/2024 News and Events

Party General Secretary To Lam visited several economic, cultural and social establishments in the south-central province of Ninh Thuan on December 5.

PM calls for Chinese engagement in infrastructure development projects

09:12 | 10/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 9 welcomed a delegation of leaders from 18 major Chinese enterprises of the Zhang and Yan clans led by Yan Jiehe, founder and Chairman of the China Pacific Construction Group and Susun Construction Group - both among the world’s top 500 companies, who are visiting Vietnam to explore cooperation and investment opportunities.

PM welcomes scientists to 2024 VinFuture Prize

08:45 | 09/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception in Hanoi on December 6 for a group of esteemed experts and scientists visiting Vietnam for the VinFuture Prize and the 2024 VinFuture Sci-Tech Week.

Top legislator wraps up official visit to Japan

09:23 | 08/12/2024 News and Events

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man, his spouse Nguyen Thi Thanh Nga, and a high-ranking NA delegation returned to Hanoi on December 7 evening, concluding their official visit to Japan at the invitation of President of the House of Councillors Sekiguchi Masakazu and his spouse.

Party chief urges Ninh Thuan to capitalise on great potential from land, people

07:56 | 06/12/2024 News and Events

Ninh Thuan needs a new, modern, and global perspective - one that resonates with the spirit of a new era, to optimise the great potential from its land and people, Party General Secretary To Lam said at a working session with the Standing Board of the provincial Party Committee of the south-central province on December 5.

NA Chairman receives President of Japan’s International Friendship Exchange Council

15:32 | 05/12/2024 News and Events

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man received President of the International Friendship Exchange Council (FEC) of Japan Matsuzawa Ken in Tokyo on December 5 as part of his official visit to the country.

National Assembly delegation pays working visit to Germany

14:27 | 05/12/2024 News and Events

Berlin – A National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee delegation visited Hesse’s Frankfurt am Main and Berlin in Germany, on December 2 and 3, engaging in discussions on educational development, law making, and friendship activities.

Top Vietnamese legislator meets with Japanese Emperor, Empress

09:15 | 05/12/2024 News and Events

Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Tran Thanh Man and his spouse Nguyen Thi Thanh Nga met with Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace on December 4 as part of their ongoing official visit to Japan.

PM urges faster legal reform to achieve double-digit economic growth

08:45 | 05/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested continuing to review and find out shortcomings in legal documents and propose amendments and supplements, thus removing "bottlenecks" to achieve double-digit economic growth.

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.

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.

Party chief visits Vietnam Military History Museum

08:49 | 04/12/2024 News and Events

Party General Secretary To Lam, who is also Secretary of the Central Military Commission, visited and had a working session at the Vietnam Military History Museum in Hanoi on December 3.

Top legislator starts official visit to Japan

08:41 | 04/12/2024 News and Events

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man, his spouse Nguyen Thi Thanh Nga, and a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese legislature arrived in Tokyo on December 3 evening, starting a five-day official visit to Japan at the invitation of President of the House of Councillors Sekiguchi Masakazu and his spouse.

Party chief meets with Hanoi voters

16:22 | 03/12/2024 News and Events

Party General Secretary To Lam met with voters in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh, Hai Ba Trung and Dong Da districts on December 3, briefing them on the outcomes of the 15th National Assembly’s eighth session.

Vietnamese NA Chairman concludes official visit to Singapore

14:40 | 03/12/2024 News and Events

Singapore - National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his spouse Nguyen Thi Thanh Nga, along with a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese legislature, on December 3 afternoon (local time) concluded their official visit to Singapore, and left the Southeast Asian nation for an official visit to Japan.

Top Vietnamese legislator meets with Singaporean President

14:25 | 03/12/2024 News and Events

SINGAPORE — Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn met with Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on December 3 as part of his official visit to the city-state.

Top legislator meets leaders of major Singaporean corporations

13:40 | 03/12/2024 News and Events

SINGAPORE — National Assembly (NA) Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn on December 3 received leaders of several major Singaporean corporations, as part of his official visit to the country.

PM attends 60th anniversary of Binh Gia victory in Ba Ria – Vung Tau

09:04 | 03/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended a ceremony to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Binh Gia Victory (December 2, 1964 - 2024) organised by the Party Committee, People's Council, People's Committee, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of the southern province of Ba Ria - Vung Tau, on December 2.

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Vietnam, GGGI continue cooperating in green growth

20:08 | 15/12/2024 Cooperation

The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) have launched the Vietnam-GGGI Country Planning Framework (CPF) for the 2024-2028 period to enhance their cooperation in the next five years, according to the ministry.

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.

Steering Committee for operation of Long Thanh Airport established

17:25 | 15/12/2024 Society

(VEN) - On December 14, the Ministry of Transport issued the decision on the establishment of the Steering Committee for the Preparation for the Operation of Long Thanh International Airport (Long Thanh Airport).

Deputy PM receives Cuban Minister of Agriculture

17:02 | 15/12/2024 Cooperation

Vietnam is fully committed to, together with Cuba, lead the two countries' traditional friendship to overcome challenges and difficulties, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son told Cuban Minister of Agriculture Ydael Jesus Pezez Brito at their meeting in Hanoi on December 14.

Party chief pays tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at House 67

16:58 | 15/12/2024 News and Events

Party General Secretary To Lam paid his respect to President Ho Chi Minh at House 67 in the President Ho Chi Minh Relic Site inside the Presidential Palace in Hanoi on December 15 morning on the occasion of 70 years since the late leader lived and worked at the Palace.

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

19:55 | 15/12/2024 Infographic

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.

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.

Policy

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.

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.

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

Industry & Trade

Garment industry urged to gain self-sufficiency in raw materials for UK expansion

15:23 | 13/12/2024 Industry

Vietnam’s garment and textile industry needs to develop a closed-loop supply chain with a focus on obtaining self-sufficiency in raw materials in order to meet the rules of origin under the UK – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) for expanding exports to this market.

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.

Investment

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.

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).

Finance-Banking

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.

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.

Environment

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.

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.

Science - Technology

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.

Vietnam among pioneers in responsible technology development: Singaporean site

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

In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing at a rapid pace, Vietnam is taking steps to ensure that its AI development is ethical and socially responsible, according to an article recently published on Singaporean site opengovasia.com.

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.

Society

Steering Committee for operation of Long Thanh Airport established

17:25 | 15/12/2024 Society

Vietnam needs 14 billion USD to develop EV charging stations

16:46 | 14/12/2024 Society

To build a green transport system, Vietnam will need nearly 14 billion USD to develop a network of charging stations, said insiders.

Nearly VND8.3 trillion Thuong Cat Bridge construction project approved

15:08 | 13/12/2024 Society

(VEN) - On December 12^th, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Duong Duc Tuan signed a decision approving the plan and location of Thuong Cat Bridge project.

Hanoi plans to build nearly 600km of urban railway by 2045

10:51 | 13/12/2024 Society

Hanoi has approved the development of a comprehensive plan to invest in the capital’s urban railway system, with the goal of constructing more than 600 kilometres of rail by 2045.

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

Hue has rich potential for green, digital economic development

13:07 | 15/12/2024 Culture

Hue holds significant advantages in leveraging its heritage as a foundation for green and digital economic growth.

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.

Tourism

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.

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.