Korean visitor overcomes fear to fall in love with Hanoi’s ragworm fritter

For some, Hanoi’s famed cha ruoi, made from seasonal ragworms, might seem daunting, but for Korean visitors Jaeil and Gaemi, a daring bite turned into a flavorful surprise.

Medical training: High tuition fees, low salary after graduation

Among State-owned healthcare training institutes, HCM City University of Medicine and Pharmacy charges the highest tuition at VNĐ80 million per academic year.

Foreign corporations seek to pour billions into offshore wind power in VN

Foreign investors continue to show interest in Vietnam’s offshore wind power potential and are actively seeking opportunities to join the business field.

Speculators inflate land prices after loss of deposits at auctions

Offering sky high bidding prices at land auctions but later giving up the deals even after making a deposit is a trick played by real estate speculators to push market prices up.

Banks use software to discover malware in mobile phones

In addition to developing a feature which can give alerts against fraud, some banks have developed software that can detect malware installed on phones.

Impressive achievements of 10 new young professors

Of 45 individuals recognized as meeting requirements to receive the professorship title this year, 10 were born in 1980 and onwards and have doctorates granted by foreign universities.

Pedagogical school graduates are unemployed, though schools lack teachers

Local authorities need to publicly declare the number of teachers they need to recruit for schools so that candidates can submit their applications.

Guest workers overseas: man from Kien Giang loses an arm

A man from the southern province of Kien Giang left for Japan to work when he was 20 years old. Just four months ago, he was involved in an industrial accident and lost an arm.

Vietnamese industries expected to see gains under Trump’s new trade policies

Trump’s policies on tariffs, energy, and immigration could influence Vietnam’s economy by opening new export opportunities while adding potential trade challenges for some sectors.

LSP to invest $700 million in Long Son Complex upgrades after temporary shutdown

After pausing production, LSP’s $700 million investment will help the Long Son complex increase use of Ethane gas to reduce costs and meet market needs.

National Assembly discusses revival of nuclear energy amid power shortages

At a National Assembly session, delegates proposed relaunching the Ninh Thuan nuclear plant to address growing energy demands and reduce reliance on coal.

Government urges evacuations as Typhoon Yinxing reaches East Sea

Typhoon Yinxing, now designated as Typhoon No. 7, entered the East Sea early this morning, with winds up to level 14 and gusts reaching level 17 as it heads westward.

Vietnam proposes major anti-drug investment, 50,000 addicts to receive support

Vietnam’s government has proposed a 22.45 trillion VND ($915 million) investment to manage drug addiction and crime, aiming to reduce drug supply and demand and increase rehabilitation options.

Search intensifies for Yak-130 crash site in Dak Lak with reward for assistance

Local residents in Dak Lak have been alerted to a reward for finding the suspected crash site of the Yak-130 aircraft, with nearly 500 personnel involved in the search.

Vietnam’s FPT expands international reach with $225 million US deal

FPT’s recent $225 million contract with a U.S. client underscores its international growth, innovation, and the increasing demand for its technology services.

Vietnam’s strategy to harness talent for national advancement

The next chapter of Vietnam’s development story is focused on unlocking the potential of its human capital, fostering innovation, and creating mechanisms to retain and attract top talent.

Vietnam Business News November 8/2024

Domestic car production peaks, ensures abundant supply

Vietnam News Headlines November 8/2024

VRA proposes over $7.2b for Lào Cai-Hà Nội-Hải Phòng-Quảng Ninh Railway project

Golden Ball race heats up with notable names emerging

The Vietnamese Golden Ball Awards is one of the most prestigious titles in a player’s career.

Korean cellist to perform Dvorak music at Opera House

Cellist Kang Ji Seoung from South Korea will perform Czech composer Antonin Dvorak’s concerto at the HCM City Opera House on November 9.

New movie debuts under ’blind movie’ concept for the first time in VN

On three days, a new mystery film will be screened without the audience having an idea who made it, who stars in it or what the blind movie is even about.

Vietnamese film on love earns high grossing

The Vietnamese film ’Ngày Xưa Có Một Chuyện Tình’ (Love Upon A Time) has earned VNĐ26 billion (US$1.02 million) in ticket sales to become one of the three top hits in its first five days beginning on November 1.

ASEAN common visa policy would facilitate tourism

Foreign tourists would be able to travel around Southeast Asia with a proposed visa policy that would permit one single visa for six countries in the region.

E-commerce platforms to pay taxes on behalf of sellers from 2026: draft

E-commerce platforms may be asked to pay taxes on behalf of sellers from the beginning of 2026, according to a draft amendment to the Law on Tax Management.

VN ready to attract major semiconductor players with new initiatives

VN has shown it is ready to welcome and collaborate with semiconductor companies and investors from around the globe, Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chí Dung stated at the opening of SEMIExpo Vietnam 2024 on Thursday.