Vietnamese culture shines in Czech Republic

Prague (VNA) – A special art programme, "Quintessence of Vietnamese culture", performed by the Vietnam National Music, Song and Dance Theatre was held in Prague on June 26, beginning a series of key activities celebrating the 75th anniversary of...

Vietnamese exporters urged to tap into South Asian markets

HCM City (VNA) – South Asia presents major trade opportunities for Vietnamese exporters due to its large demand for goods and relatively modest quality requirements compared to Vietnam’s traditional export markets, Le Thi Mai Anh from the Ministry...

Vietnamese Coconut Prices Remain High

According to Vietnamese media reports, the price of fresh coconuts in Vietnam has surged, rising sixfold from 3,000 Vietnamese dong ($0.11) per kilogram in 2022 to 18,000–19,000 dong ($0.69–0.73) per kilogram currently. The farm gate price for...

Vietnamese consumers spend 16 billion USD in 2024 on online shopping

The newly released Southeast Asia E-commerce 3.0 report by Momentum Works shows that the region's total gross merchandise value (GMV) across e-commerce platforms reached 128.4 billion USD in 2024, up 12% year-on-year. On average, the region...

Vietnamese, Chinese border units held talks

During the talks, both sides highly valued the results of coordination in the second quarter of this year in border gate management and control; crime prevention and combat, maintenance of security and order in border areas, and law dissemination...

Severe floods triggered by storm Wipha kill at least three in Vietnam’s Nghe An

[Source: Reuters] Heavy rains triggered by tropical storm Wipha have caused severe flooding in the central Vietnamese province of Nghe An, killing at least three people and leaving one more missing. With a long coastline facing the South China...

India rice rates extend decline

BENGALURU, MUMBAI, BANGKOK, DHAKA AND HANOI: Indian rice export prices fell for a third straight week, pressured by weak demand, a soft rupee and oversupply, while domestic rates in Bangladesh remain high despite a bumper harvest. India’s 5%...

Vietnamese Investment Thrives in Cambodia: 215 Projects Launched and Counting!

As of June this year, Vietnam has made a significant mark on Cambodian development with 215 active investment projects totaling nearly USD 2.94 billion. This expansion underscores Vietnam’s position as one of the top four sources of foreign direct...

Vietnamese PM’s presence in WEF event forms foundation to expand ties with major economies

Beijing (VNA) – Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s presence at the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Tianjin creates an important foundation for expanding the country’s relations with global...

Vietnamese tycoon’s jail term cut to seven years in US$146m stock fraud case

HANOI, June 26 — A Vietnamese appeal court on Thursday slashed a former property and aviation tycoon’s jail sentence in a US$146 million (RM617 million) fraud and stock market manipulation case from 21 years to seven. Trinh Van Quyet, who owned...

Vietnamese tycoon's jail term reduced in US$146 million stock fraud

HANOI: A Vietnamese appeal court on Thursday (Jun 26) slashed a former property and aviation tycoon's jail sentence in a US$146 million fraud and stock market manipulation case from 21 years to seven. Trinh Van Quyet, who owned the FLC empire of...

Hanoi abolishes death penalty for spying

HANOI – Vietnam has abolished the death penalty for eight crimes including espionage, graft and attempting to overthrow the government, state media said Wednesday. The number of offenses facing capital punishment will be almost halved from an...

Lang Co Bay, The Ideal Base for Exploring the Cultural and Culinary Heart of Central Vietnam

Tucked between the sapphire waters of the East Sea and the forested peaks of the Truong Son Mountain range, Lang Co Bay is fast becoming one of Central Vietnam’s most desirable destinations. Ideally situated between three UNESCO World Heritage...

Vietnamese pianists perform masterpieces of great composers

Vietnamese culture shines in Czech Republic

Việt Nam, Cuba hold Political Consultation to deepen special friendship, comprehensive cooperation

HÀ NỘI Việt Nam and Cuba have agreed on orientations and measures to further deepen and comprehensively develop their special friendship and comprehensive cooperation. Both countries will continue to coordinate closely on implementing the results...

Vietnamese tycoon’s jail term reduced in $186.2 million stock fraud case

Defendants standing during their corruption trial at the High People's Court in Hanoi, on June 26.PHOTO: AFP HANOI – A Vietnamese appeal court on June 26 slashed a former property and aviation tycoon’s jail sentence in a US$146 million (S$186.2...

Việt Nam welcomes experienced foreign investors for long-term partnerships

HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam welcomes capable international businesses to invest long-term and stably in the country, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Lê Thị Thu Hằng said on July 24. She was speaking during a meeting with Thomas Mitchell Little, chairman...

More than 200 work visas granted to defunct businesses linked to Vietnamese cannabis ‘grow houses’

Ethiopian Airlines to launch direct Addis Ababa - Hanoi route

The return flight to Addis Ababa will depart the same day. This new route marks a significant milestone in strengthening air connectivity between Africa and Southeast Asia. It is expected to promote trade, tourism and people-to-people exchange...