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US furniture group goes bankrupt, Vietnamese companies experience stormy days

The US-based Noble House Home Furniture LLC has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11 with the US Court in the District of Houston, Texas amid inflation and weak consumer spending.

Time for US conglomerates to buy into big Vietnamese businesses

Foreign corporations and investment funds are rushing to inject money into large Vietnamese businesses, especially those in consumer goods, retail, pharmacy and finance.

Ethnic woman helps preserve traditional embroidery

Speaking about her motivation to run the club, Bình recalled her childhood when she learned Dao embroidery techniques from her mother and grandmother. At age 14, Bình said she could sew and embroider on her own dresses.

Business model brings happiness to autistic people

This unique establishment, endearingly named "a happy enterprise," boasts employees in its supermarket, restaurant, and bookstore who are all autistic.

Vietnam has chance to be part of global semiconductor-chip ecosystem

Promoting an ecosystem supporting semiconductor chip manufacturing businesses will help Vietnam attract major chip manufacturers.

FDI continues to flow into Vietnam's semiconductor industry

Despite daunting challenges in the trade sector across the globe, Vietnam has been persistent in its goal of luring high-quality foreign direct investment, with the semiconductor industry expected to breath fresh air into the nation’s economy.

Vietnam to create policies on semiconductor industry development

Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Huy Dung said Vietnam will accelerate the process of joining the regional semiconductor ecosystem to attract semiconductor enterprises to come to Vietnam and manufacture and conduct R&D.

After a decade of Asian investments, Vietnam expects huge FDI from US, EU

The changes in international relations and geopolitical conditions may lead to a shift of the multi-trillion dollar cash flow. Vietnam now has opportunities to attract more cash flow and obtain high export value.

13 million foreign travelers within Vietnam’s reach in 2023

Vietnam is considering raising the target for foreign travelers from 8 million to 12.5-13 million in 2023. However, barriers need to be removed to pave the way for full recovery of the tourism industry.

What do American tech giants expect when investing in VN?

A number of US technology firms have announced ambitious investment plans for investment in Vietnam.

Vietnamese enterprises are resilient, but slow to grow

Vietnam’s businesses are viewed as resilient combatants who can adapt to difficult circumstances and struggle hard to survive. But they also need support.

Explore majestic Long Chau Islands off Hai Phong port city

Long Chau Island is a stunning and untouched island that is also home to a lighthouse that was built more than 100 years ago.

Foreign retail giants flock to Vietnam

Big retailers from South Korea, Japan, Thailand and Singapore are eyeing the Vietnamese market with estimated value of $350 billion and 100 million consumers.

VN to rise in semiconductor value-chain if workforce bottlenecks are solved

A production transition and the trend of diversifying global supply chains will bring opportunities to Vietnam to seek a position in the semiconductor industry.

The secrets of Trach Xa Village: mastering the craft of long-dress making

While modernized ao dai designs are prevalent, Trach Xa still boasts several appliances dedicated to preserving the ancestral art of creating ancient Vietnamese costumes, such as the traditional five-flap long dress.

Vietnamese-born businesspeople succeed in US, earn respect from Wall Street

The Vietnamese business community makes significant contributions to the US economy. Many are famous billionaires.

Weaving new hope: reviving Quat Dong embroidery

For the people of Quat Dong, embroidery represents far more than a means of making a living. It is a source of pride, a link to their heritage, and the pursuit of artistic excellence.

American female writer devotes her life helping Vietnamese

One of the American women who has become very familiar in Vietnam since the years of the war is writer, journalist and charity activist Lady Borton.

200-year-old house among most beautiful in VN

Over the past 200 years, the ancient house in the central province of Thanh Hoa has stood the test of time, retaining its original structure and witnessing various significant historical milestones of the nation.

Da Sy Village artisan wields Damascus knives

Hoang Manh Chien, a young blacksmith, is among the few individuals in Vietnam who possess the skill to create legendary Damascus steel. This type of steel is famous for producing exquisite, expensive, and rare handmade knives.