Vietnam claims 19 prizes at International Robothon 2024

The Vietnamese team won a total of 19 prizes at the International Robothon 2024 competition held in Bangkok, Thailand on November 24.

Signs of renewal amid diverse issuances in green bond market

The resurgence of green, social and sustainable bonds in Vietnam is a notable highlight in 2024, as the market evolves with more diverse bond issuances.

First Vietnamese scientist named at UK’s TechWomen 100 Awards

With outstanding achievements in biotechnology, Dr Nguyen Thuy Ba Linh from University College London (UCL) has become the first Vietnamese scientist to win the UK's TechWomen 100 Awards.

Quang Nam to host UN international conference on rural tourism

Quang Nam is scheduled to host the UN Tourism’s first Conference on Tourism for Rural Development on December 10, expected to bring together around 300 delegates.

Experts warn of more tobacco smuggling if luxury tax is raised

While saying that the luxury tax rate on tobacco must be raised, experts have suggested setting up a tax increase roadmap so that the market surveillance team has enough time to cope with smuggling.

HCM City set to welcome fresh wave of US investment

Ho Chi Minh City is poised to attract a new wave of investment from US enterprises, with numerous projects proposed in key sectors.

Vietnam: A global magnet for scientific talent

Vietnam has rapidly established itself as a premier destination for scientific talent worldwide, driven by a robust policy framework aimed at nurturing talent and cultivating a skilled workforce for sustainable development.

Speculation a factor behind skyrocketing housing prices in major cities

Speculation and manipulation are among factors which have inflated housing prices in major cities recently, in addition to increases in land-related costs and limited supply, according to the Ministry of Construction.

Vietnamese-coordinated resolution on Model Law on Automated Contracting approved

The UN General Assembly’s Sixth Committee has adopted by consensus a resolution negotiated under Vietnam's chairmanship on the Model Law on Automated Contracting (Model Law) drafted by the UN Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL).

What will determine the success or failure of North-South high-speed railway?

Vietnam needs a transparent policy to mobilize non-state capital for the North-South high-speed railway project. This is expected to be the most important factor determining the success or failure of the project.

800-year-old bodhi tree and timeless charm of Dich Diep Village

Dich Diep village, established in the 11th century, captivates visitors with its traditional Vietnamese architecture and an 800-year-old heritage tree, recognized as a national treasure.

'Give a Hug Station' of Long An woman attracts stressed youth

With the hope of creating a place for people who feel depressed and face difficulties in their lives to share their feelings, a young woman has set up an 'emotion charging station' to provide 'first aid' to people who write handwritten letters.

The ‘institutional bottlenecks’ and ‘pressure of reform’

As the Party Secretary General, his speech is a wake-up call that urges people to take actions, an order that must be implemented without any delay, and a flag for us to follow and go ahead.

Green credit won’t be less expensive as expected

The total number of outstanding green loans in the Vietnamese banking system as of September 30, 2024 accounted for only 4.5 percent of the total outstanding loans in the national economy.

VN expects to have nuclear power plants in near future

Le Hai Hung, head of the Institute of Research and Application of Technology (IRAT), says that nuclear power is less harmful to the environment and people’s health than other types of power.

Locking accounts, deleting 'infringing content' is legal and necessary

Content that breaches laws related to the internet will be removed within 24 hours and the owners of the accounts will have their accounts locked, under the newly released Decree 147 on the management and use of the internet and online information.

Nearly 64% of Vietnamese children learn online safety from Facebook and YouTube

A new survey highlights that nearly two-thirds of Vietnamese children acquire online safety skills from platforms like Facebook and YouTube. While promising, the reliance on social media for such education poses risks due to unverified information.

62-year-old photographer captures 10,000 stunning photos of the sun

For over a decade, Hoang Thi Bich Thao has used her iPhone to photograph the sun, producing 10,000 images that reflect her deep emotions and spread positivity despite battling Parkinson’s disease.

Vietnam requires Facebook, Google to remove illegal content in 24 hours

Under stricter online regulations taking effect this December, foreign platforms operating in Vietnam must comply with tighter deadlines for removing illegal content and suspending offending accounts.

Hoi An authorities take action against false rumors on cyclo and boat licenses

Leaders of Hoi An City in Quang Nam Province have denied online rumors claiming that individuals must pay between 1.6 and 1.8 billion VND to operate cyclos or tourist boats in the area, calling the information false.

Vietnam passes new Cultural Heritage Law with focus on artifact repatriation

The National Assembly has approved the revised Cultural Heritage Law, introducing key measures for the repatriation of Vietnamese cultural artifacts and enhanced heritage protection policies.

VN rice exports hit $5 billion, but high-quality national brand still missing

Achieving $5 billion in rice export revenues highlights Vietnam’s global standing, but the absence of a strong national brand for high-quality rice remains a significant concern.

‘If Japan had this’: Japanese tourists praise Hanoi’s duck delicacies

During a family trip to Hanoi, a Japanese YouTuber and his relatives were charmed by Vietnam’s duck specialties, with garlic roasted duck becoming an instant favorite.

Vietnam’s vintage cars make first overland trip to Thailand for auto festival

For the first time, six vintage cars from Vietnam embarked on a 12-day, 2,000-kilometer overland journey to Thailand to participate in a major motorsports and classic car festival.

President Rumen Radev makes historic visit to Vietnam after 11 years

President Rumen Radev of Bulgaria and First Lady Desislava Radeva arrived in Hanoi on November 24 for a state visit to Vietnam.