Ex-diplomat’s memories of the 1954 Geneva peace talks

Colonel Ha Van Lau said that the Dien Bien Phu victory held immense significance and greatly influenced the diplomatist efforts of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam in Geneva, giving the Vietnamese delegation a victorious position in negotiation.

V.League 1 returns with exciting matches

The first match on May 3 will feature Ha Tinh, currently seventh with 20 points, against Quang Nam, who sit 11th with 16 points.

10 Vietnamese athletes secure slots for 2024 Paris Olympics

As of April 30, 10 Vietnamese athletes has officially secured slots at the Paris Olympics 2024.

Fresh policies come into effect in May 2024

New policies regarding standards for civil servants holding leadership and management positions, management and development of industrial clusters, transportation of dangerous goods, and penalties in fishing sector shall come into effect this May.

Vietnam becomes more attractive to foreign workers

Vietnam is attracting many workers from countries around the world.

Preserving the legacy of Vietnamese folk music

Experience the enchanting melodies of Vietnamese folk music at the “Tinh van dien ca” performance, dedicated to the preservation and celebration of this cultural treasure.

HCMC sees longest heatwave in 30 years

HCMC has endured an unprecedented 79 days of scorching heat above 35 degrees Celsius so far this year, the highest number of hot days in nearly three decades, according to a weather expert.

Asia-Pacific unprepared for aging challenges: ADB

Asia and the Pacific’s rapid development is a success story, but it’s also fueling a huge demographic shift, and the pressure is rising.

Growth engines rev up in first four months

The Vietnamese economy is expected to carry momentum in the months to come after experiencing improvements in foreign direct investment (FDI) attraction, industrial production, and retail sales, among others, in the first four months of this year.

Vietnam likely to export more than 8 million tonnes of rice this year

Vietnam is expected to produce 43 million tonnes of rice this year, of which more than 8 million tonnes will be for export, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Japanese leaders hold further talks to make North Hanoi Smart City a reality

Japanese government agencies have held meetings with leaders of a consortium between Vietnam’s BRG Group and Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation to push progress on the North Hanoi Smart City project.

Vietnam develops railway tourism associated with “awakening” heritage

Travelling by train is currently a new trend, as rising prices of domestic air tickets are leading to an increase of 10-15% in tour prices.

Nha Toi Quan aspires to be global IT service developer

Ten years ago, at Nha Toi Quan (My Home Restaurant), a restaurant in Hanoi, five IT engineers gathered together and talked about plans to set themselves up in business.

Tran Thanh Man assigned to manage National Assemby activities

Tran Thanh Man, Politburo member and Standing Vice Chairman of the National Assembly, will manage activities of the NA and its Standing Committee until a new leader of the legislature is elected in accordance with the law.

Vietnam asks Cambodia to share detailed information on canal project

Vietnam has expressed its hope that Cambodia will soon provide information on Cambodia’s Funan-Techo canal project and join hands in assessing its impacts and seeking solutions to them.

300 hospitalized in Dong Nai, food poisoning suspected

About 300 people in Long Khanh City in the southern province of Dong Nai have been hospitalized after consuming banh mi (Vietnamese  sandwich made with meats, cha lua (pork roll) and pickled or fresh vegetables) from a local shop.

VN’s low investment in technology leaves it lagging behind: experts

The ratio of Vietnam’s investment in technology to GDP remains modest, which makes it difficult for the country to keep pace with the world, experts say.

Central bank to continue gold auction on May 3

The State Bank of Vietnam will auction an additional 16,800 taels of SJC-branded gold bars to businesses at 9am on May 3, it said in a statement released on May 2.

Vietnam Airlines Corporation reports profit in Q1/2024

Vietnam Airlines Corporation reported after-tax profit of 4.44 trillion VND (173.19 million USD) in the first quarter of 2024 as it is strengthening its international flights and restructuring.

Vietnamese PMI exceeds 50 points on solid rebound in new orders: S&P Global

Vietnam’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose back above the 50.0 no change mark in April, posting 50.3 from 49.9 in March.

Vietnam Business News May 2/2024

Digital transformation – optimal choice for Vietnamese garment & textile firms

Mangrove forests can yield high volume of blue carbon credits

One hectare of mangrove forest has a carbon absorption capability five times higher than one hectare of terrestrial forests. This is an important source of blue carbon credits, a high-end, very valuable product from nature.

Vietnam News Headlines May 2/2024

15th legislature to convene 7th extraordinary meeting on May 2

Vietnam’s publishing system: how should it evolve?

Developing a publishing ecosystem with the use of both traditional and digital technologies is future of Vietnam’s publishing industry.

Vietnam launches new freight rail route to China

A 12-carriage freight train set off on a new route from Cao Xa railway station in northern Hai Duong province on May 2, linking between Vietnam and China.