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North-South high-speed railway project expected to kick off by 2030

The approval of the North-South high-speed railway project is expected by 2025 and construction on the priority routes of Hanoi - Vinh and HCM City - Nha Trang is expected to kick off prior to 2030.

Stepping into autistic children’s secret world

The teachers’ dedication to the profession is fueled by the joy of seeing improvements in children under their care.

Capital Law: Decentralization must be associated with supervision, inspection

The Capital Law, after 10 years in effect, has exposed many problems. Experts believe that Hanoi, which has been growing rapidly, needs a higher legal status.

Investors buy bank shares, cautious about real estate

Positive signs have appeared in the stock market following a conference discussing lending to the real estate sector. While securities and bank shares have made a breakthrough, real estate and construction shares remain quiet.

Market economy status to be launching pad for export growth

The US has officially initiated the changed circumstances review (CCR) to recognize Vietnam as a market economy. The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) said this is good news which will bring great advantages to the country.

Chinese 'Ngoc Linh' ginseng poses threat to real ginseng

The Ngoc Linh ginseng market has become chaotic because of 'fake' Chinese ginseng. The authorities of Quang Nam, the home of Ngoc Linh ginseng, have cracked down on fake products.

Hanoi’s Military Hospital 108 goes out on a limb for patients

A Hanoi hospital is changing patient lives with its hand and arm graft surgery

Celebrating polymath Van Cao’s artistic career and legacy

Although the national anthem alone undoubtedly marks Van Cao’s eminent career, he was also an extraordinary talent, a virtuoso in music, poetry and painting with a long career and an extensive collection of works.

Vietnam’s stock prices see strong increases, outlook bright

The Vietnamese stock market witnessed a bustling trading session on November 8. The signs in Vietnam and the world have improved. However, cash flow to stocks is not strong.

American woman's love for Vietnamese language leads to marriage with local man

Hanna Larsen, an American, lives with her husband, a Vietnamese, and their daughter in a mountainous area in South America and chats with relatives in Vietnamese daily. Whenever she hears Vietnamese, ‘her heart feels happier’.

VN’s rice is most expensive in world: a good sign or a warning?

Surpassing other major exports, Vietnam’s rice has become the most expensive in the world. However, experts have warned that overly high prices may pose risks to export companies.

Orchestra conductor, beauty queen discuss cultural diplomacy

Using culture in diplomacy is a common activity which is organized both at the state level but also at the enterprise level, said Nguyen Dinh Thanh, culture management expert.

Ancient VN royal court music gains global recognition over time

This year Nha Nhac marks the 20th anniversary of its accreditation as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Vietnam says xin chào to music tourism

The recent successful shows of famous international singers and bands show that Vietnam is capable of organising mega global shows.

Talented dancer helps preserve Khmer ethnic culture

Thạch Thị Ni Ta’s remarkable achievements in her career and her ardour for teaching have helped inspire and spread traditional dance among local Khmer community, making a great contribution to publicising ethnic dance.

Hurdles for digital university: lack of money, desire to change

To build digital schools, Vietnam’s universities face problems such as weak financial resources, insufficient technology and people’s reluctance to change.

How much do ‘big bosses’ earn?

Many large corporations’ owners have accepted no salary during a difficult period, but other CEOs have received tens of billions of dong a year.

Sales agents, telco officers activate simcards online, in violation of rules

Ignoring the latest decision by the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) on suspending new online registrations and standardizing information, telcos are still blatantly selling simcards to develop new subscribers.

The man who spreads the art of to he beyond village

With devotion to preserving the traditional craft of his homeland, artisan Dang Van Hau is popularizing traditional toys known as to he beyond village boundaries.

Souvenirs foster cultural exchange and drive tourism revenue

For any tourist, a souvenir is an important part of their travel experience because it serves as a tangible reminder of their trip, and they bring home souvenirs to share with their friends and loved ones.