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Innovative eel farmer in Can Tho profits from mud-free rearing of 20,000 eels

Nguyen Van Phuong, a farmer from Can Tho, raises over 20,000 eels in cement tanks, turning a unique farming technique into a steady income stream.

The joy of kitchen collecting: How pots and pans revitalized a marriage

A Hanoi homemaker discovered the joy of collecting pots and pans, transforming her kitchen and bringing fresh energy into her marriage.

Economic reforms propel Vietnam up global economic freedom rankings

Vietnam’s economic freedom ranking has improved for the third consecutive year, highlighting the success of ongoing reforms and offering crucial policy lessons.

Taxing second homes: A remedy or a risk for the real estate market?

Vietnam's real estate market faces tough questions as experts discuss the potential effects of a proposed property tax on second homes.

Vietnam's rare doll makeup business finds a global market

With his family’s support, a Vietnamese artist combines creativity and craftsmanship to breathe new life into dolls, attracting a growing international clientele.

German dad embraces VN culture through cooking, learning 50 traditional dishes

To share Vietnamese traditions with his children, German father Jens Berhausen has taken on the challenge of mastering complex Vietnamese dishes, including his favorite, pho.

Halal market booming at $10 trillion - why are Vietnamese businesses hesitating?

Many Vietnamese firms are missing out on the $10 trillion Halal market, as challenges around certification and market access persist.

Lessons from Dubai: Urging Vietnam’s path to procedural efficiency

The National Assembly discussions brought into focus Vietnam's procedural inefficiencies, contrasting them with Dubai's rapid growth as mentioned by Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung.

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.