Is 3-6 months enough for Vietnam to train chip-design engineers?

Vietnam's lack of chip designers is hindering the national strategy on developing the semiconductor industry. Short-term training provided to existing IT engineers is expected to be a solution.

Digitized companies are the best prepared to deploy AI

Digitized businesses are in the best position to apply AI (artificial intelligence) because their leaders want to apply new technologies quickly, said TMA Innovation CEO Tran Phuc Hong.

Vietnam News Headlines April 25/2024

Quang Ngai: Traditional ceremony honours ancient Hoang Sa flotilla

Co-op owner sells bananas, wants to earn carbon credits

“Our bananas have been in high demand in recent years. They have always sold, even during the Covid-19 pandemic,” said Ly Minh Hung, director of Thanh Binh Cooperative.

SBV postpones gold auction for second time

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has announced a postponement of Thursday's gold auction session, as there was only one bidder who submitted a tender.

Vessels in Ha Long Carnival to perform, not to serve tourists: Authority

The Quang Ninh provincial Department of Transport has asked the administration of Ha Long city not to license the tourist vessels performing at the Ha Long Carnival 2024 to serve tourists during the programme due to safety concerns.

Ministry launches domestic tourism stimulation program

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has kicked off a program to stimulate domestic tourism during a five-day holiday for this year's upcoming Reunification Day (April 30) and International Labor Day (May 1).

Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution to take shape in HCM City

The Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) is expected to make its debut in Saigon High-Tech Park in September.

High airfares create chance for short-distance trips for upcoming holidays

Due to a hike of air ticket prices for domestic flights, Vietnamese tourists are turning to short-distance trips for the upcoming National Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day (May 1) holidays.

Northern VN transitions into scorching heat after prolonged rainy days

Following a stretch of strong thunderstorms, the Northern region of Vietnam will enter a period of intense heat starting today, April 25.

Remittance inflows expected to quench real estate sector’s thirst for capital

Amid a “thirst” for capital of real estate businesses, the strong inflow of remittances is expected to heat up the market again, held insiders.

Vietnam launches national Halal Certification Authority

HALCERT, operating under QUACERT, will oversee certification activities and facilitate discussions, training and international cooperation in the Halal sector.

Ministry warns about frauds when doing trade with partners in UAE

The Asia – African Market Department under the Ministry of Industry and Trade on Wednesday sent a warning about signs of frauds related to shipments imported from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Vietnam lose to Uzbekistan in Futsal Asian Cup quarters

Despite the loss, the hopes for qualification into the 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup are not over, as Việt Nam will have another chance in a qualification play-off round.

Keeping CPI low key to inflation control this year

Vietnam's CPI must stay within the upward 0.26-0.39 per cent range for the rest of the year to keep inflation within 4.0-4.5 per cent in 2024.

Top 500 fastest growing enterprises 2024 announced

A ceremony to announce the list of the top 500 fastest growing enterprises in Vietnam (FAST500) and Top 5 and Top 10 real estate - construction - building materials companies in 2024 was held by the Vietnam Report JSC on April 25.

Report flags more than 1,000 locations posing risk of railway accidents

There are still 1,087 potential points of risk for railway traffic accidents along the North-South railway route, according to the latest report from the Ministry of Transport.

Supporters follow, encourage futsal team with love

The national futsal team of Vietnam have been doing good job at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup where they also receive strong support of Vietnamese people living in Thailand.

Vietnamese contemporary ballet celebrates Europe Day

The ballet is a combination of European classical music and Vietnamese cultural nuances expressed through contemporary ballet language.

Saigon Chess Club Tournament offers unique board game experience

The second Saigon Chess Club Tournament will take place at the luxurious Sofitel Saigon Plaza on May 5 in HCM City.

Vietnam emerges as fastest growing digital economy in ASEAN

Vietnam has become a leading market for the digital industry for both local and international players.

VAT overhaul to boost agriculture prospects

Vietnam is set to revise its existing Law on Value-Added Tax with a reclassification of products in areas like agriculture and fisheries, with the hopes of making them more favourable in performance.

Inspections strengthened to crack down on illegal coaches during holidays

The Vietnam Road Administration has sent a document to the Departments of Transport of provinces and cities to ensure traffic order and safety during the Reunification Day, and Labor Day holidays on April 30 and May 1.

Drought at peak dry season impacts over 20,000ha of farmland

About 20,090ha of farmland and over 2,600 households have been hit by drought and water scarcity in the Central Region, Central Highlands, and Northeastern Regions, which are now in the peak period of the 2023 - 2024 dry season.

Carnaval Ha Long 2024 woos visitors with fireworks show on sea

For the first time, a floating stage will be formed off the Bai Chay beach with about 200 vessels. Besides fireworks, the event will also feature drone and LED displays.