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Vietnam’s top-level domain “.vn” tops ASEAN in usage number

About 486.000 internet addresses have been registered with Vietnam’s top-level domain (TLD) “.vn” as of September 30, tops all other ASEAN domains and is among Asia-Pacific’s top ten in terms of usage number.

Vietnam attends Non-Aligned Movement ministerial meeting

A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung attended a Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, on October 23.

Vietnam enjoys growing trade surplus of over US$6.8 billion

Vietnam recorded a trade surplus of over US$6.8 billion between the beginning of the year and October 15 with total import-export turnover reaching over US$403 billion, according to statistics released by the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

Fashion show introduces Vietnam’s brocade weaving and silk in Russia

A fashion show entitled ‘Bi An Chim Phuong’ (Mystery of the Phoenix), by acclaimed Vietnamese designer Minh Hanh, was held at Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve in Moscow, Russia, on October 20.

Vietnam national team receive warm welcome home from World Cup qualifiers

Vietnam head coach Park Hang-seo and his players received a jubilant welcome as they returned home on October 16 after outplaying Indonesia 3-1 in the second round of the 2022 World Cup Asian qualifiers at Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Bali.

Vietnam, EU sign Framework Participation Agreement

Vietnam and the European Union (EU) have inked an agreement on the establishment of a framework for Vietnam’s participation in crisis management activities of the EU.

China is resorting to new forms of bullying in the East Sea

Less is heard these days about China’s massive terraforming operations in the East Sea, which not long ago exercised neighbours as well as the United States.

 

ASEAN, China officials debate recent developments in East Sea

Senior officials from foreign ministries of ASEAN countries and China gathered in Da Lat to discuss recent complicated developments, especially on-going incidents in Vietnam’s exclusive economic zone.

Events in Hanoi & HCMC on October 14-20

A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

ASEAN pushes joint bid to host 2034 World Cup

An ASEAN ministerial meeting in Manila, the Philippines, has agreed that five ASEAN nations – Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam – will launch a joint bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.

Vietnam – a natural partner in Russia’s look east policy: Russian expert

Vietnam has become a natural partner of Russia in its look-east policy for various reasons, said Ivan Timofeev, Director of Programmes at the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC).

Vietnam stands out as ASEAN trade growth success story: StanChart

Trade readiness improvements and economic dynamism are driving Vietnam’s trade growth potential.

Joyful dragon dance festival celebrates Hanoi's liberation

The 2019 Hanoi Dragon Dance took place at the intersection of Dinh Tien Hoang and Hang Dau streets, in Hoan Kiem Lake's pedestrian area, on October 6, to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the capital’s Liberation Day (October 10).

Vietnam, Cambodia work to build common border of peace

Vietnam always wishes to work together with neighbouring countries to build common borders of peace, friendship, cooperation and development, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh.

Vietnam to top Asia auto sales amid fall of biggest markets

The rising vehicle imports are posing huge competitive pressure on domestically-produced vehicles.

Events in Hanoi & HCM City on October 7-13

A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from October 7 through 13.

World Sports News in Brief

Real Madrid's teenage Brazilian duo Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes sent them top of La Liga as both scored in a 2-0 win over Osasuna on Wednesday.

Thailand, European Union to resume FTA talks

Thailand’s Commerce Ministry has said it is ready to revise long-delayed FTA negotiations with the EU and has scheduled public hearings nationwide before proceeding with proposals of the talks for cabinet approval by November.

Imported cars to be more expensive as VN raises luxury tax

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) has proposed raising luxury tax on some car models with fewer than nine seats.

Fox Sports Asia scores Vietnam performance below average

Fox Sports Asia has given the Vietnam national team a score of B-, below average, as it assessed how well each ASEAN team performed in the opening two matches of the FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers.