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Ambassadors highlight growing Việt Nam-Germany relations
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s Việt Nam visit is of great significance as it is his first overseas trip in 2024 and is also the first exchange of high-level delegations between the two countries this year.
Ho Chi Minh City airport’s new terminal expected to become ‘aviation city’
The under-construction T3 terminal of Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, which carries a price tag of nearly VND11 trillion (US$448.2 million), will be developed into an ‘aviation city,’ said head of the project management board…
Vietnam’s paradox : commemorating the battle of the Paracels
The clash is a milestone for Hanoi’s South China Sea claims – but marking its 50th anniversary requires discussing the government of South Vietnam.
Vietnam set to exploit coal in Red River
Vietnam will conduct experimental coal mining in the Red River basin before 2040, with plans to use coal in the area for industrial purposes by 2050.
Chinese firm joins bridge, metro line projects in Hanoi
The Hanoi Department of Transport, China Pacific Construction Group, and Vietnam Construction and Import-Export Joint stock Corporation (Vinaconex) on Thursday morning inked a memorandum of understanding to study and build Tu Lien Bridge and metro link No. 5 in the…
Nha Trang reclaims resort beach for public use
A private luxury resort along the coastal road in Nha Trang has been dismantled to create open space for the public to enjoy the city’s famed natural beach.
German president to pay state visit to Vietnam
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his spouse are scheduled to make a state visit to Vietnam from Jan. 23-24, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced.
Pope meets Vietnam political delegation, wants to visit the country
Pope Francis met a delegation from Vietnam’s Communist Party on Thursday and the Vatican’s foreign minister said the pontiff was keen to visit the Southeast Asian country in the wake of upgraded relations.
National gymnastics team accused of receiving overtime bonus despite not training
Vietnam Sports Administration has demanded explanation from the national gymnastics team after athlete Pham Nhu Phuong accused it of taking overtime training bonuses without conducting actual practice.
New publication on Vietnamese modern art released
The book entitled ‘Nghệ Thuật Hiện Đại Đông Dương’ (Modern Art in Indochina) is published in French, Vietnamese and English by In Fine editions d’art publisher.
Health authorities recommended preschool, elementary school closures in case of hazardous air quality level
For kindergartens and elementary schools, students can be absent from school if the AQI is at a hazardous level for three consecutive days. In case of compulsory school attendance, students must avoid outdoor activities, switch to indoor activities or adjust…
Vietnam’s state shipbuilding company faces bankruptcy
Vietnam’s state-owned shipbuilding company SBIC is facing bankruptcy, and the government has initiated plans to overhaul the corporation. This follows a resolution passed last month by Vietnam’s Political Bureau (Politburo), which gave a green light to declare SBIC and its…
US agency in tie-up with Hanoi hospital to improve stroke care
The United States Mission to Vietnam has said it will provide training and technical support for the stroke center at Bach Mai Hospital, northern Vietnam’s largest medical facility.
US terrorist group coaxes people into deadly attacks in Vietnam
A terrorist group in the U.S. was accused of inciting people in Vietnam to perform terrorist acts to instill fear, prosecutors said at a Tuesday trial for deadly attacks on government offices in Dak Lak.
Vietnam rebel attacks : 98 go on trial accused of killing nine people
Nearly 100 people have gone on trial in Vietnam accused of involvement in co-ordinated deadly gun attacks on local government offices.
Air pollution sends Hanoi expats to HCMC
Expatriates find Hanoi enticing for many reasons: the low cost of living, incredible cuisine and easy access to nearby tropical getaways, to name a few.
Vietnam universities scramble to offer courses in semiconductor technology, design
More than 10 universities across Vietnam have introduced courses in integrated circuit design and technology to meet the increasing demand for skills in those fields.
Rice exports reach record high
Vietnam’s rice exports soared to 8.13 million tons, valued at US$4.7 billion in 2023, setting a new national record, as per the General Department of Customs.
Long Thanh airport contractor cannot find Vietnamese employees at $16,300 salary
A Turkish contractor of Long Thanh International Airport has been unable to hire local workers despite offering salaries of up to VND400 million (US$16,300) a month.
Vietnam upholds ‘One China’ policy after Taiwan election
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reaffirmed Vietnam’s consistency in carrying out « One China » policy and developing non-governmental relations with Taiwan after the island’s leadership election.
Vietnam’s top leader attends parliament session after health concerns
Vietnam’s top leader, Communist Party head Nguyen Phu Trong, on Monday attended a session of the National Assembly after concerns had been raised for days over his health.
Vietnam’s pivot
In navigating the US-China power play in Southeast Asia, Vietnam seem to have the right moves.
Trial for Dak Lak terrorism group to begin
An alleged group of terrorists in Central Highlands’ Dak Lak Province accused of killing nine people while attacking two People’s Committees’ offices, will stand trial Jan. 16 to 26.
HCMC health department proposes drug sale ban on social media
The HCMC health department has asked pharmaceutical businesses not to sell products over social media platforms or livestreams.
Vietnam requests that US exclude it from religious freedom watch list
Vietnam requests that the U.S. remove it from the Special Watch List for religious freedom and make objective assessments on the issue based on accurate and comprehensive information, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday.
Solving Vietnam’s social protection sustainability problem
As an economy develops, economic policy and social policy tend to overlap. Reports of long queues of people in Ho Chi Minh City withdrawing their social insurance contributions after losing their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic is an example.