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National conference reviews Party building work in 2024

17:07 | 16/12/2024 News and Events

The Organisation Commission of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee held a national conference in Hanoi on December 16 to review the Party building and organisation work in 2024 and launch missions for next year.

PM meets with voters in Can Tho

08:53 | 16/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, together with the delegation of National Assembly (NA) deputies of Can Tho city, met with voters in the the Mekong Delta city's Co Do district to inform them of the outcomes of the NA's eighth session and listen to their ideas and aspirations.

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.

Incentive mechanisms needed for semiconductor industry: PM

13:05 | 15/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Head of the National Steering Committee for Semiconductor Industry Development, urged the development of incentive mechanisms and policies to promote the development of the semiconductor industry, while chairing the first meeting of the committee in Hanoi on December 14 morning.

State President receives Belarusian Defence Minister

08:45 | 18/12/2024 News and Events

State President Luong Cuong received Belarusian Minister of Defence Khrenin Viktor Gennadievich in Hanoi on December 17 as the latter is in Vietnam for an official visit and attendance at the Vietnam Int'l Defence Expo 2024.

Security, order guarantee must contribute to expanding development space: Party chief

16:56 | 17/12/2024 News and Events

Ensuring security and order must contribute to expanding space for development and strongly promoting investment, production, and business activities; create the most favourable conditions for all lawful activities, thus boosting the national growth and improving people's lives, said Party General Secretary To Lam at a conference on December 17.

NA prepares for political system reform in 2025

08:47 | 17/12/2024 News and Events

Politburo member, Secretary of the National Assembly (NA) Party Delegation, and NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man chaired the second meeting of the Steering Committee tasked with reviewing the implementation of the 12th Party Central Committee’s Resolution on several issues regarding the continued reform and reorganisation of political system to ensure it is lean, effective, and efficient, in Hanoi on December 16.

NA Chairman meets Hau Giang voters

19:16 | 14/12/2024 News and Events

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with voters in Vi Thanh city, the Mekong Delta province of Hau Giang, on December 14, briefing them on the outcomes of the recent 8th session of the 15th legislature.

UNDP welcomes Vietnam's commitment to international cooperation

20:15 | 13/12/2024 News and Events

The year 2025 will bring many opportunities for engagement, as Vietnam is scheduled to present before several key treaty bodies supporting the conventions’ implementation.

Vietnam announces candidacy for next-term UN Human Rights Council

15:17 | 13/12/2024 News and Events

Vietnam has officially announced its candidacy for re-election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 tenure.

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.

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.

Party leader attends celebration of 80th anniversary of VPA's politics general department

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

The General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) organised a ceremony in Hanoi on December 12 to celebrate its 80th founding anniversary (December 22, 1944-2024), with Party General Secretary To Lam, who is also Secretary of the Central Military Commission, attending.

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).

Preparations for National Assembly’s ninth session discussed

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

The 15th National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee reviewed the legislature’s eighth session and discuss the preparations for the ninth session on December 11 during its 40th meeting.

PM chairs national conference on human rights education

17:31 | 11/12/2024 News and Events

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a national conference on human rights education on December 11 with the online participation of leaders of all 63 centrally-run and provinces across the country.

Party chief calls for Dong Thap’s breakthrough development

16:38 | 11/12/2024 News and Events

Party General Secretary To Lam has urged the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap to capitalise on its strengths and mobilise resources to make major breakthroughs, contributing to the development of the region and the nation as a whole.

Party chief urges KKR investment firm to contribute to Vietnam-US ties

08:45 | 11/12/2024 News and Events

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam on December 10 received General David Petraeus, a Partner at the Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR) global investment firm and Chairman of the KKR Global Institute.

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.

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HGS affirms ground service quality in aviation sector

17:19 | 23/12/2024 Companies

(VEN) - During the 17-year establishment and development period, the Hanoi Ground Services Joint Stock Company (HGS) has affirmed its name and solid position in providing ground services for the Vietnamese aviation sector.

Banking sector: Capital flows with no congestion

17:13 | 23/12/2024 Finance-Banking

(VEN) - So far, despite the difficulties in capital sources, the Vietnamese banking sector continued to maintain stability. Capital injection into the economy has been more favorable, with no congestion like in previous years. That is a great achievement of the sector in 2024.

VAECO contributes to elevating Vietnamese aviation brand

17:11 | 23/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

(VEN) - A subsidiary of Vietnam Airlines, the Vietnam Airlines Engineering Company Limited (VAECO), currently provides maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for the entire Vietnam Airlines fleet and over 80 other commercial airlines worldwide.

Amended Electricity Law proves MoIT’s institutional improvement success

17:06 | 23/12/2024 Policy

(VEN) - The amended Electricity Law has been recently passed by the National Assembly, marking a new milestone deeply influenced by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) in enhancing the institutional framework in a “rapid” spirit.

FTAs enhance Vietnam-China trade growth

17:02 | 23/12/2024 Cooperation

(VEN) - Economists have said free trade agreements (FTAs) and the establishment of a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between Vietnam and China have strongly promoted bilateral trade development in recent years.

UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group for Vietnam debuts in London

09:14 | 18/12/2024 Cooperation

The UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group for Vietnam (Vietnam APPG) made its debut in London on December 16, expected to help strengthen the two countries’ comprehensive cooperation as they prepare to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their strategic partnership next year.

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.

Regional, int’l financial hubs to help boost national economy: Deputy PM

09:19 | 18/12/2024 Economy

Developing regional and international financial hubs in Vietnam is expected to create new mechanisms and resources, and serve as a "boost" for the national economy, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh said while chairing a meeting discussing the implementation of the Politburo's conclusion on building the hubs in Hanoi on December 17.

Six SOEs to be transferred back to industry ministry

09:24 | 18/12/2024 Economy

Six State–owned enterprises (SOEs) with a total State stake of 800 trillion VND (31.5 billion USD) will be transferred back to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) after six years under the management of the Commission for the Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC).

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.

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Glorious tradition of the Vietnam People's Army

08:30 | 22/12/2024 Infographic

The Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) celebrate its 80th founding anniversary on December 22, 2024, a milestone in the army’s glorious history of serving and defending the nation. After 80 years of construction and development, the VPA has truly proven its revolutionary nature as an army “born from the people, fighting for the people, and serving the people”.

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.

Policy

Amended Electricity Law proves MoIT’s institutional improvement success

17:06 | 23/12/2024 Policy

Ministry proposes extending agricultural land tax exemption through 2030

15:06 | 23/12/2024 Policy

The Ministry of Finance has proposed the National Assembly extend the agricultural land tax exemption until December 31, 2030, a move aimed at encouraging investments in agriculture and rural areas to improve the competitive edge of the agricultural products amidst deeper international integration.

Gov't targets to gradually make English second language at schools by 2030

15:45 | 21/12/2024 Policy

The Government has approved a plan for international cooperation in the field of education and training until 2030 in order to improve the quality of workforce for socio-economic development.

Nine newly-adopted laws made public

16:42 | 20/12/2024 Policy

The Presidential Office on December 20 announced the President’s order to make public nine new laws that were passed by the 15th National Assembly at its eighth session.

Industry & Trade

Success story behind 500kV Circuit-3 transmission line project

16:43 | 23/12/2024 Energy

(VEN) - After over-seven-month construction, the 500kV Circuit-3 Quang Trach - Pho Noi power transmission line project, with its enormous workload, was completed on schedule, marking a milestone of the Vietnamese electricity sector in 2024.

Ministry proposes incentives for renewable energy projects

16:17 | 20/12/2024 Energy

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed incentives to attract investments in renewable energy projects in a draft decree on implementing the Law on Electricity, which has recently been made public for comments.

The Era of Advancement for Vietnam Industrial Park

17:15 | 19/12/2024 Industry

(VEN) - The Vietnam Industrial Park Forum 2024, themed “The Era of Advancement for Vietnam Industrial Park”, is officially held in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnamese coffee sector working to meet EU Deforestation Regulation

16:38 | 18/12/2024 Industry

The Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) and the Sustainable Trade Initiative (IDH) organisation of the Netherlands on December 17 co-organised the handover ceremony of the pilot results for the database system for forests and coffee-growing areas in compliance with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

Investment

Nghe An Southeast Economic Zone aims to attract 1 billion USD in FDI in 2025

12:33 | 21/12/2024 Investment

The Southeast Economic Zone of Nghe An Province targets attracting around 1 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025, heard at a conference held by the Nghe An Southeast Economic Zone Management Board in Vinh City on December 20.

Boeing aims to expand investment and cooperation in Vietnam’s defense sector

17:00 | 19/12/2024 Investment

Mr. Dale McDowall, Executive Leader, Defense and Aerospace, Singapore and Southeast Asia at Boeing's Defense, Space & Security, announced that Boeing aims to invest in Vietnam and expand cooperation in the defense sector.

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.

Finance-Banking

Banking sector: Capital flows with no congestion

17:13 | 23/12/2024 Finance-Banking

Year-end surge in property bond issuance amid financial challenges

09:39 | 20/12/2024 Finance-Banking

As 2024 draws to a close, Vietnam's real estate industry is witnessing a notable surge in corporate bond issuances.

Vietcombank named most valuable brand in Vietnam

16:43 | 18/12/2024 Finance-Banking

The Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank) has become the most valuable brand in Vietnam in 2024, according to a recently released report of Forbes Vietnam.

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.

Environment

Vietnam likely to face continued turbulent weather systems in 2025

14:26 | 19/12/2024 Environment

Global temperatures are expected to rise next year, posing a significant risk of extreme and prolonged heat waves in Vietnam, Mai Van Khiem, Director of the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF), has predicted.

Nature-based projects help Mekong Delta fight climate change

16:31 | 18/12/2024 Environment

Nature-based projects implemented by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Vietnam in the Mekong Delta region have helped support local residents to adapt to climate change, heard at a workshop which is part of The Mekong Connect Forum 2024 held in Mekong Delta province of An Giang on December 17.

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.

Science - Technology

Contracts worth 286.3 million USD inked at Vietnam Int’l Defence Expo 2024

17:02 | 22/12/2024 Science - Technology

Sixteen contracts worth 286.3 million USD in total, and 17 cooperation agreements between Vietnam’s defence industry units and businesses from various countries such as the US, India, France and Belgium were signed at the Vietnam International Defence Expo 2024 held in Hanoi from December 19-22.

Vietnam can partner with UK in developing nuclear power: Expert

12:43 | 21/12/2024 Science - Technology

Vietnam should research the feasibility of applying small modular nuclear reactor technology that the UK is currently working on, according to Dr. Dao Duc Cuong from the mechanical, engineering and energy faculty of the University of Bradford of the UK.

Vinaphone launches fastest 5G service in Vietnam

12:38 | 21/12/2024 Science - Technology

Vinaphone, the mobile network operator under the Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT), has launched its official 5G service offering ultra-fast speed and unparalleled experience for both individual users and businesses alike.

Vietnam cooperates with Google to launch “Official Government Apps" feature

17:13 | 20/12/2024 Science - Technology

The Authority of Information Security (AIS) under the Ministry of Information and Communications, in collaboration with Google, launched the "Official Government Apps" feature on December 20 to enhance user protection against fraudulent activities and ensure online safety in Vietnam.

Society

30-day free rides on 17 bus routes connected to Metro Line 1

16:14 | 23/12/2024 Society

(VEN) - There will be 200 train trips to transport passengers, and all passengers using the 17 electric bus routes will enjoy free travel for one month from the launch date of Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien Metro Line (Metro Line 1).

Bac Ninh: 28 additional 4-star-rated OCOP products

23:24 | 22/12/2024 Society

(VEN) - Bac Ninh province recently organized the second assessment and classification of OCOP products in 2024. Accordingly, 28 more OCOP products have been rated as 4-star. Thus, so far, the province has more than 100 OCOP 3-star- and 4-star-rated products.

HCM City’s first metro line launched after years of delay

16:47 | 22/12/2024 Society

Ho Chi Minh City marked a significant milestone in its long-awaited mass transit development on December 22, with the official launch of its first metro line after years of delay.

Aviation sector strengthens smuggling, commercial fraud and counterfeit goods control

09:49 | 22/12/2024 Society

(VEN) - On the afternoon of December 20, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) issued a document to relevant units regarding the implementation of a plan to combat smuggling, commercial fraud, and counterfeit goods before, during, and after the Lunar New Year (Tet) of 2025.

Vietnamese Brands

VAECO contributes to elevating Vietnamese aviation brand

17:11 | 23/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Petrovietnam keeping national “energy flame” ever burning

16:17 | 23/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

(VEN) - On November 27, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam) held a meeting to celebrate the 63rd anniversary of the Traditional Day of the Vietnamese oil and gas sector (November 27, 1961 - November 27, 2024). At the event, the Group praised outstanding member units for exceeding financial targets and implementing corporate culture in the first 11 months of 2024.

Vietnamese products crave out a niche in UK market: Official

15:26 | 23/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

Vietnamese goods have steadily established a strong presence in the UK, with exports to this demanding market continously growing since 2021, said Hoang Le Hang, First Secretary of the Vietnam Trade Office in the UK.

Viettel's hi-tech products meets standards for supply to Malaysia

13:19 | 21/12/2024 Vietnamese Brands

The Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (VHT), a subsidiary of the the Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group (Viettel), announced on December 20 that it has received a certification from the Ministry of Defence, and the Army of Malaysia, recognising that Viettel's military communication products meet standards to be supplied to the Malaysian Army.

Culture

Fireworks to light up sky over Hanoi on New Year celebration

15:13 | 23/12/2024 Culture

The capital city of Hanoi is set to welcome the New Year 2025 with spectacular firework displays at five locations and 30 venues for the Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival.

Vietnam’s high-end fashion targets Chinese market

10:04 | 22/12/2024 Culture

An increasing number of Chinese celebrities are choosing high-end Vietnamese fashion, creating new opportunities for Vietnamese designers to make their mark in the 1.4 billion-strong market.

Enduring tradition of Ha Nhi ethnic minority group's costumes

13:14 | 21/12/2024 Culture

Nestled in the rugged landscapes of northern mountainous Dien Bien province, Ha Nhi ethnic minority group in Sin Thau, Sen Thuong, Leng Su Sin and Chung Chai communes of Muong Nhe district have preserved their traditional costumes through generations, ensuring that its significance remains as vital today as it was in the past.

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.

Tourism

Vietnam a green, attractive destination

16:30 | 23/12/2024 Tourism

(VEN) - Vietnam is seeking to turn tourism into a spearhead economic sector, and has chosen green, sustainable tourism development as an important solution to reach this target.

Mekong Delta tourism continues to surge

15:21 | 23/12/2024 Tourism

The Mekong Delta, one of Vietnam's key tourism regions, has worked hard in developing new products and promoting its offerings this year, achieving impressive results in visitor numbers and revenue from tourism and related services.

Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien metro line - catalyst for HCM City's tourism development

15:17 | 23/12/2024 Tourism

The official launch of the first metro line in Ho Chi Minh City, which connects Ben Thanh Market in district 1 with Suoi Tien Theme Park in Thu Duc city, not only marks a significant milestone in its urban transport system but add a catalyst for the city’s stronger tourism development.

Overseas tourism promotion: Breakthrough in market connectivity

14:46 | 23/12/2024 Tourism

(VEN) - In 2024, overseas tourism promotion activities achieved groundbreaking effectiveness in connecting tourist markets.