Five must-try bun bo hue spots in Hanoi for authentic flavor

These top-rated Bun Bo Hue restaurants in Hanoi offer a delicious taste of Hue’s iconic noodle soup, keeping customers coming back year after year.

Vietnam poised to tap into $2 trillion ASEAN digital economy

As the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, Vietnam stands before a major opportunity to integrate into the $2 trillion ASEAN digital economy.

Millions of old, dilapidated motorbikes still in circulation on roads

Emissions from motorbikes and cars are one of six air pollution sources in Hanoi, discharging 70 percent of toxic gases to the environment. In large cities, millions of old motorbikes are still in traffic.

Jobs with VND20 million monthly salary difficult to find in Hanoi

It is estimated that 15 percent of people have found jobs with average monthly pay of VND10-20 million in Hanoi, but there are not enough jobs for everyone.

Japanese diners try famous bun cha, discover other special dishes

After trying bun cha in Hanoi, a Japanese tourist admitted that he had been wrong to think that Vietnam only had pho and banh mi, and even expressed regret for not knowing about bun cha sooner.

Two Indonesian nationals injured in hit-and-run on Nguyen Hue walking street

A young man fled the scene after his motorbike collided with two foreign women on Nguyen Hue Walking Street, leaving them injured and requiring hospitalization.

US Treasury reaffirms Vietnam’s non-manipulation of currency

A new report from the US Department of the Treasury highlights Vietnam's monetary transparency while reaffirming its non-manipulation status.

Russia-US Summit likely to take place in Vietnam

A high-profile summit between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump could happen in Vietnam, according to Konstantin Sukhoverkhov, a Russian international affairs expert.

VN advised to learn from Bangladesh to regain position in garment industry

Bangladesh needed only two years to jump into second position in the world in textile and garment exports. Experts believe that to stand among top exporters, Vietnam needs to make investments in green production.

Early internships and soft skills pave path to success for Vietnamese graduates

In a tough job market, many Vietnamese students have securing top positions upon graduation thanks to early experience at multinationals.

Phu Quoc gains traction with direct flights from Singapore

Following a surge in new direct flights from South Korea, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe, Phu Quoc Island continues to cement its allure as an international destination.

ACV pushes for second runway at Long Thanh Airport

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) has proposed constructing a second runway at Long Thanh Airport during phase one, using nearly VND 4,000 billion in savings from the project’s contingency and bidding costs.

Truong My Lan pleads for leniency as death penalty recommendation stands

During the ongoing trial, Truong My Lan expressed emotional turmoil as the prosecution reaffirmed its stance on the death penalty.

Miss Universe Vietnam named 'Best National Beauty Pageant 2024'

During the Miss Universe 2024 semifinals, Vietnam earned a proud moment as the national competition was named "Best National Beauty Pageant."

Ky Duyen underwhelms, Miss Universe 2024 semifinals faces heavy criticism

The semifinals of Miss Universe 2024 showcased dazzling gowns and swimwear, but Vietnamese representative Ky Duyen struggled to stand out amid a show criticized for poor organization.

Vietnam Business News November 15/2024

Night flights added at six airports to meet rising travel demand during Tet

State President receives US-APEC Business Coalition delegation in Lima

State President Lương Cường received a delegation from the US-APEC Business Coalition in Lima on November 14 afternoon (local time), on the occasion of his attendance at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week.

PM orders expediting expressway projects, smart border gates

The PM directed that the expressway projects be expedited to meet the 2025 deadline while maintaining high standards of quality, technical standards, safety, and environmental protection.

NA Standing Committee streamlining of administrative units of 12 localities

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee is planning to reorganise some administration systems of 12 provinces and cities to ensure they are fully streamlined.

VN leader highlights message about trust in bright future at APEC CEO Summit

Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong delivered a message about firm confidence in a bright future, while addressing the APEC CEO Summit 2024.

President Luong Cuong meets Lima mayor, receives token key

State President Luong Cuong met with mayor of Peru's capital Lima Rafael Lopez Aliaga on November 14, as part of his official visit to the country.

VN, Czech look forward to 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties

Both sides also agreed to advance cooperation in traditional areas like science and technology, defence and security, culture, and tourism, including exploring a direct flight route to foster people-to-people exchanges.

VN attends 35th APEC Ministerial Meeting in Peru

The 35th APEC Ministerial Meeting (AMM 35) convened on Thursday in Lima, co-chaired by Peru’s Foreign Minister Elmer Schialer and Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism Desilú León.

Special consumption tax on alcoholic beverages requires careful study

Economists and industry experts said a balanced approach is required in implementing the changes to Vietnam's special consumption tax law, which will see tax double for alcoholic beverages from 2026 to 2030.

Da Nang real estate market welcomes new condotel development wave

In the first ten months of 2024 condotel prices in Da Nang increased by 22 per cent compared to the same period in 2023.