Lawmakers propose plans for State budget allocation

Lawmakers propose plans for State budget allocation

The 15th National Assembly's eighth session continued in Hanoi on November 5 morning to scrutinise the State budget performance in 2024, the State budget projection and the proposed allocation for 2025.
Finance ministry proposes extending environmental tax cut on fuel products in 2025

Finance ministry proposes extending environmental tax cut on fuel products in 2025

The Ministry of Finance has proposed to continue 50 percent reduction in environmental tax on gasoline (excluding ethanol), oil, and lubricants until the end of 2025 to spur economic growth.
NA deputies call for solutions to ensure the feasibility of drug prevention and control programme

NA deputies call for solutions to ensure the feasibility of drug prevention and control programme

Việt Nam faces not only the risk of becoming a transit hub but also the potential of evolving into a production and distribution centre for international drug trafficking.
15th NA’s 8th session to further discuss legislative, inspection work next week

15th NA’s 8th session to further discuss legislative, inspection work next week

The third working week of the 15th National Assembly (NA)’s 8th session will, between November 4 and 9, address several key issues, focusing primarily on legislative and inspection activities.
Revised Pharmacy Law only fixes tip of iceberg

Revised Pharmacy Law only fixes tip of iceberg

National Assembly (NA) deputy Phạm Khánh Phong Lan, from the HCM City delegation, spoke to Vietnamplus during the current session of the NA looking at the draft revisions to the Pharmacy Law.
Former Party, State leaders opine on draft documents for 14th National Party Congress

Former Party, State leaders opine on draft documents for 14th National Party Congress

Former leaders of the Party and State contributed opinions to draft documents for the upcoming 14th National Party Congress at a conference organised by the Party Central Committee (PCC)’s Politburo and Secretariat in Hanoi on November 6.
Amendment to tax regulation on foreign suppliers proposed

Amendment to tax regulation on foreign suppliers proposed

Under the proposal, the Government plans to clear up rules on foreign businesses which have argued that they do not have a fixed base in Việt Nam.
Developing education, training to serve new era of nation: PM

Developing education, training to serve new era of nation: PM

PM Chính said the Party and State consistently pay attention to education and training, which are identified as a leading policy.
Party chief clarifies major issues on new era of nation

Party chief clarifies major issues on new era of nation

Prof. Dr. To Lam, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)’s Central Committee on October 31 had a discussion with participants of a training course for officials planned for the 14th Party Central Committee, focusing on a number of issues on a new era – the era of the nation’s rise.
Việt Nam comments on upcoming US Presidential election

Việt Nam comments on upcoming US Presidential election

The two countries are working closely to implement major cooperation directions for the next decade and beyond as outlined in the Joint Leaders' Statement on elevating United States-Việt Nam Relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace, cooperation and sustainable development.
Việt Nam demands China release fishermen, opposes military equipment deployment on Hoàng Sa: foreign ministry

Việt Nam demands China release fishermen, opposes military equipment deployment on Hoàng Sa: foreign ministry

Việt Nam demands that China immediately release Vietnamese fishing vessels and fishermen that were illegally detained, provide sufficient compensation for any damage, and immediately cease the harassment of Vietnamese fishing vessels and fishermen.
Vietnam sees US as strategically important partner: Deputy PM

Vietnam sees US as strategically important partner: Deputy PM

Vietnam views the US as a strategically important partner and aims to join the US in deepening their comprehensive strategic partnership based on mutual respect for each other's independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political systems, said Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha.
Vietnam hopes for close cooperation with US: Vice Spokesman

Vietnam hopes for close cooperation with US: Vice Spokesman

Vietnam hopes to cooperate closely with the US administration in the time ahead to continue developing the Comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries in a strong, comprehensive, stable, and long-term manner, said Vice Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Doan Khac Viet on October 31.
Việt Nam, others call on US to immediately end embargo against Cuba

Việt Nam, others call on US to immediately end embargo against Cuba

UN General Assembly adopted a resolution entitled “Necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed by the United States of America against Cuba” with 187 votes in favour, two against, and one abstention.
Major policy changes set to take effect this November

Major policy changes set to take effect this November

Several new policies will come into effect in November, including the removal of audio and video oversight for traffic police, a requirement for sufficient funds when buying stocks and significant fines for lawyers who insult judges or prosecutors.
Gov’t submits to the NA a draft law amending seven laws

Gov’t submits to the NA a draft law amending seven laws

HÀ NỘI — The National Assembly has heard the Government report on a draft law amending several points of seven laws, which could open up the bond market and upgrade the status of the stock market.
Amended chemical law reduces administrative procedures

Amended chemical law reduces administrative procedures

HÀ NỘI — The draft revised Law on Chemicals will reduce administrative procedures and simplify processes to ensure consistency of the legal system.
New regulations introduced to tighten up the way charity and social funds are operated

New regulations introduced to tighten up the way charity and social funds are operated

The government has issued a new decree revising the organisation and operations of social and charitable funds.
Increasing salaries, allowances and reducing retirement age for teachers under new draft law

Increasing salaries, allowances and reducing retirement age for teachers under new draft law

The draft law on educators proposes several supportive measures for teachers, including salary increases, enhanced allowances and a potential reduction of the retirement age by five years.
Vietnam to make positive contributions to common work of G77 and China: Ambassador

Vietnam to make positive contributions to common work of G77 and China: Ambassador

New York - Vietnam, as one of the founding members, will continue to make positive contributions to the common affairs of the Group of 77 and China in the spirit of cooperation, friendship, and promotion of multilateralism, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, has said.
Crackdown on "three Nos", “ghost” ships to combat IUU fishing: Deputy PM

Crackdown on "three Nos", “ghost” ships to combat IUU fishing: Deputy PM

Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà has requested putting an end to the situation where fishing vessels are operating at sea but remain unmanageable.
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Top Vietnamese leader concludes official visit to Malaysia

Top Vietnamese leader concludes official visit to Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur – General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam, his spouse and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam left Kuala Lumpur at noon on November 23, wrapping up their three-day official visit to Malaysia, at the invitation of Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his spouse.
MM Mega Market hosts 2024 Customer Fair

MM Mega Market hosts 2024 Customer Fair

The 2024 Customer Fair took place at MM Mega Market Vietnam from November 21-22. This annual event was held across 21 stores of MM Mega Market nationwide.
Exhibitions in Hà Nội downtown celebrate Heritage Day

Exhibitions in Hà Nội downtown celebrate Heritage Day

This year marks the 19th anniversary of the Việt Nam Cultural Heritage Day since its inception in 2005, aiming to promote the traditions and sense of responsibility among those working to protect and promote the value of Việt Nam's cultural heritage.
Speculation a factor behind skyrocketing housing prices in major cities: ministry

Speculation a factor behind skyrocketing housing prices in major cities: ministry

The Ministry of Construction's statistics showed that in major cities including Hà Nội and HCM City, apartment prices continued to increase in the third quarter of this year by around 4-6 per cent or 22-25 per cent from the beginning of this year.
Party chief visits embassy, meets with Vietnamese community in Malaysia

Party chief visits embassy, meets with Vietnamese community in Malaysia

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam, his spouse and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation visited the Vietnamese Embassy and met with representatives of the Vietnamese community in Malaysia on November 23.
strengthening vietnam cambodia friendship and cooperation

Strengthening Vietnam-Cambodia friendship and cooperation

Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man leads a high-ranking delegation to make an official visit to Cambodia, and attend some international events hosted by the neighboring country on November 21 to 24.
vietnam malaysia strategic partnership

Vietnam - Malaysia Strategic Partnership

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the relationship between Vietnam and Malaysia has been continuously strengthened and developed positively across all areas, especially since it was upgraded to a Strategic Partnership in August 2015.
vietnam dominican republic strengthening cooperation

Vietnam, Dominican Republic strengthening cooperation

At the invitation of Dominican President Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona and his spouse, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, accompanied by a high-level Vietnamese delegation, pay an official visit to the Dominican Republic from November 19 to 21, 2024. This visit holds significant importance as it marks the first official trip by a Vietnamese leader to the Dominican Republic, taking place ahead of the 20th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations (July 7, 2005 – July 7, 2025).
vietnam brazil strategic partnership

Vietnam - Brazil strategic partnership

During his trip to Brazil from November 16-19 for the G20 Summit and bilateral engagements, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The two leaders agreed to elevate the Vietnam-Brazil bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership and issue a joint statement on the upgrade of the ties.
nhon hanoi station elevated urban railway comes into operation

Nhon - Hanoi Station elevated urban railway comes into operation

The elevated section of the pilot Nhon - Hanoi Station urban railway project has officially entered commercial operation, three months after its debut. This marks a pioneering step toward green transformation, laying the foundation for the capital's public and sustainable transportation development.
New decree on using telecommunications accounts for payment proposed

New decree on using telecommunications accounts for payment proposed

Currently, the use of a telecommunications account to pay for small-value goods and services in the country, called Mobile-Money service, is being implemented in a pilot programme.
Parliament approves amendments to pharmacy law

Parliament approves amendments to pharmacy law

On drug price management, the NA Standing Committee reviewed and concurred with the Government’s proposal to implement measures for publishing projected wholesale prices for prescription drugs.
VAT tax reduction should continue until mid-2025: Ministry

VAT tax reduction should continue until mid-2025: Ministry

Hanoi - The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has proposed Vietnam's value-added-tax (VAT) reduction should continue until at least June 2025, saying the tax cut has provided both the business community and the economy with much-needed support.
NA deputies scrutinise investment policy for North-South high-speed railway project

NA deputies scrutinise investment policy for North-South high-speed railway project

The preliminary total investment for the project is estimated at VNĐ1.7 quadrillion (around US$67.34 billion). To ensure its progress and success, 19 special policies have been proposed.
Vietnam’s automotive supporting industry: A bright future ahead, riding the wave of growth

Vietnam’s automotive supporting industry: A bright future ahead, riding the wave of growth

(VEN) - In recent years, the demand for transportation vehicles in Vietnam has surged rapidly, making the market highly promising, as assessed by experts.
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VN's food processing industry struggles to improve quality and value chain integration

Despite accounting for 19.1 per cent of Việt Nam’s processing sector, the food processing industry has been struggling with major issues such as poor-quality raw materials and subpar value chain integration, said industry insiders and economists.
Tra fish sector aiming for production, processing greening for sustainable development

Tra fish sector aiming for production, processing greening for sustainable development

HCM City - Greening production and processing to meet export requirements is both a trend and a necessity for many industries, including the tra fish sector.
Solutions discussed to ensure coal supply for electricity generation in 2025

Solutions discussed to ensure coal supply for electricity generation in 2025

Việt Nam Electricity (EVN), Việt Nam National Coal and Mineral Industries Holding Corporation Limited (TKV), and Đông Bắc Corporation have proposed solutions to secure sufficient coal for power generation as thermoelectricity is expected to rise significantly to meet 2025's socio-economic power demand.
Thai packaging giant takes 30-year lease for largest ready-built factory in Tay Ninh

Thai packaging giant takes 30-year lease for largest ready-built factory in Tay Ninh

Thantawan Industry Public Company Limited, a leading plastic bag and straw manufacturer with more than 40 years of experience in Thailand, officially took out a landmark 30-year lease for a ready-built factory at Phuoc Dong Industrial Park, the southern province of Tay Ninh.
Workshop seeks ways to attract Japan’s green investment to Vietnam

Workshop seeks ways to attract Japan’s green investment to Vietnam

A workshop was held in Tokyo on November 18 to introduce to Japanese businesses investment trends in Vietnam and its pioneering industrial parks with carbon neutral initiatives.
Government approves investment policy to build Cam Lien Industrial Park in Quang Binh

Government approves investment policy to build Cam Lien Industrial Park in Quang Binh

On November 16, the leader of the Quang Binh Provincial Economic Zone Management Board said that the Government had just approved the investment policy for Cam Lien Industrial Park.
Disbursement of public investment must be accelerated: Deputy PM

Disbursement of public investment must be accelerated: Deputy PM

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc has called on ministries, agencies, and localities to accelerate the disbursement of public investment from now until the year-end and further tighten investment management.
HDBank wins three awards at Vietnam Listed Company Awards 2024

HDBank wins three awards at Vietnam Listed Company Awards 2024

The Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank - HoSE: HDB) has received three prestigious awards at the Vietnam Listed Company Awards 2024, highlighting its leadership in the banking sector, as well as its dedication to transparency and governance.
VIB, Flywire partner to streamline cross-border payments for students from Vietnam

VIB, Flywire partner to streamline cross-border payments for students from Vietnam

Vietnam International Bank (VIB) has announced a partnership with Flywire, a global payments enablement and software company based in Boston, to enable Vietnamese payers to digitally pay international education-related fees in their local currency to higher education institutions all over the world.
Vietcombank issues 2 trillion VND worth of green bonds for first time

Vietcombank issues 2 trillion VND worth of green bonds for first time

The Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank) has successfully issued 2 trillion VND worth of green bonds, the first of its kind, to support eco-friendly projects.
UK stands ready to help Vietnam build international financial hub

UK stands ready to help Vietnam build international financial hub

The UK’s support for Vietnam in establishing an international financial hub is a significant development that reflects the growing economic ties between the two nations.
Significant progress in fisheries

Significant progress in fisheries' environmental protection but challenges remain

All provinces and cities across the country had issued plans and directives to implement specific activities of the project in line with local conditions.
Hà Nội prepares for temperature drop as cold front approaches

Hà Nội prepares for temperature drop as cold front approaches

According to the NCHMF, the cold front will result in temperatures dropping sharply across the northern region.
Hundreds of damaged irrigation reservoirs need repairing

Hundreds of damaged irrigation reservoirs need repairing

Việt Nam's system of dams and reservoirs is facing numerous challenges. Unusual rainfall patterns, flash floods due to climate change and the degradation of many structures pose significant safety risks.
Greening e-commerce crucial for sustainable development

Greening e-commerce crucial for sustainable development

(VEN) - While e-commerce has emerged as a leading sector of the digital economy, driving economic growth and leading the digital transformation of businesses, it has also resulted in significant waste with adverse environmental impacts.
Việt Nam and Korean NIPA strengthen tech cooperation

Việt Nam and Korean NIPA strengthen tech cooperation

The Minister of Information and Communications, Nguyễn Mạnh Hùng, commended NIPA for its contributions in assisting Việt Nam in establishing a legal framework for the draft digital industry law.
Cyberattack risks surge with AI advancements

Cyberattack risks surge with AI advancements

Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated and complex, especially with the assistance of artifical intelligence (AI), said Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Bùi Hoàng Phương.
People, community at heart of digital transformation: Deputy PM

People, community at heart of digital transformation: Deputy PM

He called on countries and organisations to bolster close cooperation to build an Internet community of safety, responsibility and development while laying stress on Việt Nam's significant progress in the digital transformation programme.
AI is core technology of 4th Industrial Revolution: Minister

AI is core technology of 4th Industrial Revolution: Minister

Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung on November 19 emphasised that artificial intelligence (AI) is the core technology of the 4th Industrial Revolution, as important as the steam engine of the first Industrial Revolution, the power generator of the 2nd Industrial Revolution and the personal computer of the 3rd Industrial Revolution.
WB suggests five pillars for Vietnam’s electric transport plans

WB suggests five pillars for Vietnam’s electric transport plans

Vietnam’s roadmap for transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) and decarbonising the transport sector should focus on five key pillars, including EV production, stimulating consumer demand, developing charging infrastructure, ensuring electricity supply, and training a highly skilled workforce, according to a report issued by the World Bank on November 22.
Association boosts insurance sector’s sustainable development

Association boosts insurance sector’s sustainable development

(VEN) - The Insurance Association of Vietnam has effectively played its role as a bridge between its member insurance companies and relevant state authorities while protecting the legitimate rights and interests of its members. Vietnam Economic News’ Kim Xuyen spoke with Nguyen Xuan Viet, Chairman of the Insurance Association of Vietnam about this.
Vietnam, Venezuela step up educational cooperation

Vietnam, Venezuela step up educational cooperation

Mexico City - An educational cooperation agreement for the 2024-2029 period was signed by Vietnam’s University of Technology and Management (UTM) and Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB) of Venezuela on November 21 as part of activities celebrating the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries (December 18, 1989-2024).
A series of scientific seminars on influenza prevention

A series of scientific seminars on influenza prevention

In Ho Chi Minh City, Sanofi Southeast Asia and India successfully organized and leveraged a series of scientific seminars on influenza, attracting over 400 healthcare professionals from both the region and around the globe.
Doubling insurance product’s payout significantly benefits customers

Doubling insurance product’s payout significantly benefits customers

(VEN) - The Agriculture Bank Insurance Joint Stock Corporation (ABIC) has officially doubled the maximum payout for its Bao An insurance product to VND1 billion. This is a major breakthrough, enhancing financial protection for customers amid an increasingly volatile economy and rising demand for financial security.
PJICO: 30 years of development

PJICO: 30 years of development

(VEN) - Throughout the past 30 years of establishment and development, Petrolimex Insurance Corporation (PJICO) has solidified its position in the non-life insurance sector and overcame numerous challenges.
VN takes part in food and beverage fair in Chicago

VN takes part in food and beverage fair in Chicago

The event is organised by the Private Label Manufacturers' Association (PLMA).
Hòa Bình honey awaits reactions from UK

Hòa Bình honey awaits reactions from UK

Farmers, producers, and the agricultural authorities in Hòa Bình Province are waiting for feedback on their locally produced honey, which was exported for the first time to the UK last month.
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Exhibitions in Hà Nội downtown celebrate Heritage Day

Exhibitions in Hà Nội downtown celebrate Heritage Day

This year marks the 19th anniversary of the Việt Nam Cultural Heritage Day since its inception in 2005, aiming to promote the traditions and sense of responsibility among those working to protect and promote the value of Việt Nam's cultural heritage.
Vibrant cultural rendezvous in Hanoi

Vibrant cultural rendezvous in Hanoi

(VEN) - The 2024 International Food Festival will take place from December 7-8 in Hanoi, aiming to promote cultural and culinary exchange among nations.
Cultural activities celebrate Việt Nam Heritage Day

Cultural activities celebrate Việt Nam Heritage Day

One hundred paintings from traditional folk painting villages in Việt Nam will go on display at the central city’s Fine Arts Museum in celebration of Heritage Day from November 22-30.
Bac Ninh Province: Dong Ho folk painting needs urgent safeguarding

Bac Ninh Province: Dong Ho folk painting needs urgent safeguarding

(VEN) - Dong Ho folk painting village, located in Dong Khe Hamlet, Song Ho Commune, Thuan Thanh Town, Bac Ninh Province, boasts an over-400-year history. Its origin is tied to the Vietnamese tradition of hanging paintings during the Lunar New Year (Tet), the Mid-Autumn Festival, and ancestor worship.
Agritourism needs opportunities to “take off”

Agritourism needs opportunities to “take off”

Vietnam, with its developed agriculture, holds huge potential to development rural and agricultural tourism. However, this type of tourism has yet to receive appropriate attention, and is still waiting for suitable policies and right opportunities to “take off”, insiders have said.
Golden time for community-based tourism development

Golden time for community-based tourism development

(VEN) - Community-based tourism is a model in which local communities provide tourists with products and services and share the benefits generated by tourism.
Christmas Festival to entertain visitors to Đà Nẵng

Christmas Festival to entertain visitors to Đà Nẵng

A public space in celebration of Christmas Day and New Year – Danang X’mas-New Year – will be opened at the pedestrian area and stages on the Hàn River banks near the Rồng (Dragon) Bridge from December 19 to January 2, offering entertainment and festive activities for all residents and visitors.
How trekking the mountains lifted me up and above ... the clouds: conquering Lùng Cúng

How trekking the mountains lifted me up and above ... the clouds: conquering Lùng Cúng

Not only is trekking to the top of a mountain an active physical workout and you get a clean intake of oxygen, it is about the joy of overcoming yourself.
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