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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.

Blacksmithing village creates a brand, keeps up with new trends

The bustling working atmosphere has created a hubbub that can be heard all over Ban Mach blacksmith village.

With 80.6 million vehicles on the roads, air pollution rate worsens

Vietnam has about 80.6 million vehicles, one of the biggest greenhouse gas emission sources that pollutes the air and contributes to climate change.

Albino twin sisters in Soc Trang help family improve their lives

Since the day they began dabbling in producing TikTok videos, the couple has had the habit of updating videos showing their twin albino daughters, attracting many viewers.

Vietnam’s private sector prepares for a new era

As Vietnam enters a new era of national advancement, the private sector is casting off the struggles of the past to thrive and contribute to the nation’s prosperity.

Vietnam’s WTO journey: From economic integration to global trade powerhouse

Vietnam's signing of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) accession protocol in Geneva on November 7, 2006, and its subsequent entry as the organisation's 150th member on January 11, 2007, marked a pivotal turning point in the nation's development.

What Southeast Asia can expect if Kamala Harris wins in 2024

As Kamala Harris’s foreign policy priorities remain unclear, Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, is left speculating about what her presidency might mean for the region.

Vietnamese businesses want reasonable policies, not money from the state

Vietnamese businesses want to institutionalize the selection of strategic investors, set up technical barriers to promote domestic production, and set clear strategies for key industries.

Can Vietnamese platforms survive the heated e-commerce war?

Vietnam’s e-commerce market remains fiercely competitive as global giants vie for dominance, with new entrants joining the fray and established players retreating.

PM Chinh's Middle East tour: Economic prospects and strategic alliances

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's Middle East visit has not only solidified diplomatic ties but also unlocked new economic and investment opportunities with major energy powerhouses like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.

Vietnamese singers command $43,000 fees for three songs: Behind the numbers

Industry experts reveal that high fees for Vietnamese singers are not uncommon, but only a select few stars can command such rates.

Foreign son-in-law speaks Vietnamese ‘as fast as wind’

Speaking Vietnamese faster than many Vietnamese, a foreign son-in-law in Hanoi has a deep understanding about Vietnamese culture and speaks the language fluently.

The need for a strong entrepreneurial force in Vietnam’s economic future

Establishing a strong and competitive private sector is essential for Vietnam's economic independence and sustainable development.

Mother mistaken for kidnapper after son cries for father in public

A mother in Ho Chi Minh City found herself at the center of a misunderstanding when her son’s cries for his father led bystanders to assume she was abducting him.

Engineer gives up job in city, returns to hometown to make agarwood products

After three failed startup attempts, Ngo Tan Quyen, 30, has successfully developed products made of agarwood, earning half billion dong a month.

Overseas Vietnamese engineers think fondly about their homeland

A young engineer working in Saudi Arabia said he hopes the Prime Minister finds solutions to cool down housing prices in Vietnam so that overseas workers can buy homes and return to the country.

Kon Tum artist masters paper quilling

Chu Thi Hue, an artist from Kon Tum Province, has gained admiration for her intricate paper quilling artwork, captivating art enthusiasts without the need for traditional paint.

The press is a 'participant' in enterprises’ decision-making process

The press in the past, now and in the future is the main information source and an important channel participating in social criticism, providing information and participating in the decision-making process of individuals and organizations.

Controlling livestreaming by recognizing it as a career, licensing KOLs

While experts agree that livestreams must be considered a career, they are still debating about whether to control livestreams by granting licenses or certificates to KOLs (key opinion leader).

Vietnam promotes MICE tourism as high value option

MICE tourism (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) is a growing global trend, attracting high-spending visitors.