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Tay farmer shows rustic charm on social media

Lường Quang Đại, an ethnic Tày man, might look nothing like a hot TikToker with his modest rustic appearance, but his channel has over 425,000 followers and 8 million likes.

Community fills gap in heritage preservation

Experts have affirmed the role of the local community as the "holder and practitioner" of heritage.

VN gains great achievements in developing highways

In 2023, Vietnam completed nine highway projects with a total length of nearly 500 kilometers and put them into operation, raising the total length of the highway network in Vietnam to 1,900 kilometers.

VN praised by partners for green development measures

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the Vietnam Business Forum in early December 2023 affirmed that green transition, together with digital transformation and innovation, are strategic choices and top priorities for Vietnam.

Noble patriots diligently enhancing Vietnam’s status

With their persistent efforts and passionate heart, many Vietnamese have obtained impressive achievements in their field, effectively popularizing the image of Vietnam to the international community.

VN prepares high-quality workforce to welcome semiconductor giants

The government has assigned the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) to produce 50,000 semiconductor engineers to satisfy demand by 2030.

Man preserves precious tree on sacred Yen Tu Mountain

The ancient podocarp, or xich tung in Vietnamese, (Dacrydium elatum) in Yen Tu forest is no longer being threatened with extinction because there is a "sponsor" who has successfully propagated it.

Hanoi’s parks have new look following Hanoi mayor's promise

Encouraging results were gained last year after Hanoi Mayor Tran Sy Thanh committed to revive the parks in the city.

Supporting industry development: VN mustn’t miss second chance

Vietnam now has to import thousands of spare parts and components for domestic production, worth tens of thousands of billions of dollars each year. Annual automobile part imports alone are valued at $50-60 billion.

Vietnamese mechanics help Swiss racer repair his 91-year-old classic car

The Saigon Classic Car Club and a team of mechanics in Ho Chi Minh City recently helped a Swiss racer whose 91-year-old classic car broke down on the first day of a rally.

Five talented Vietnamese male players born in the year of the dragon

The year 2024 promises to be a remarkable year for Vietnamese football, with a roster of outstanding players expected to shine. Among them are five talented male players who were born in the year of the Dragon (2000).

Experts warn of serious consequences as fertility rate drops in Vietnam

Vietnam continued to see a fertility rate decrease in 2023. The low birth rate will cause consequences such as a rapid aging population and labor shortage. It will also affect social security.

Novaland, Vinhomes report profits, but realtors remain pessimistic

Only a few large real estate firm reported profits for 2023, while most firms reported losses amid a stagnant property market.

Amended laws offer both good and bad news for property market

The newly amended Law on Credit Institutions makes it difficult for banks to transfer real estate projects used as collateral for loans to settle debts.

Finding true love in Vietnam

There are many reasons people decide to pack their bags and move permanently to Vietnam.

Real estate market: tough year over, positive signs await

Many real estate firms left the market, a number of leaders were sentenced to prison, and a major apartment fire occurred, causing a high death toll. These were the main sad stories of 2023.

VN expected to earn $3.5 billion from durian exports

Besides the Chinese, consumers from other countries have begun buying more durian. It is estimated that durian exports could bring $3.5 billion to Vietnam in 2024.

Sea tourism: Phu Quoc and lessons learned about preserving national character

VietNamNet held a roundtable talk with officials and businessmen to discuss how to position Vietnam as a destination for beach tourism.

Creating and cementing Vietnam’s position in the era of global enlightenment

New thinking and new mentality will help Vietnam and its people have a better, more comprehensive and adequate approach. Vietnam AI Forum and the Vietnam AI Contest Award Ceremony 2023 took place in Hanoi January 24, 2024.

Garment producers still struggling to receive more orders

Expanding their customer base and diversifying products are among the solutions that Vietnamese textile and garment producers are applying to maintain their competiveness with new rivals.