Vietnamese circus - Japanese magic performance to entertain Hanoi audience

A special programme combining Vietnamese circus and Japanese magic will be staged in Hanoi on May 17, announced the Vietnam Circus Federation (VCF) at a press conference on May 14.

Corporate bond maturity in 2024 remains high

Credit institutions had the largest outstanding bond debt by the end of 2023 with VNĐ357.2 trillion. The figure for real estate businesses was VNĐ351.4 trillion.

Lao Cai to host annual Bac Ha white plateau festival in early June

The annual Bac Ha white plateau festival 2024 is scheduled to get underway in Bac Ha district in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 1 to June 9, with the event hosting a traditional horse race as the main activity.

Hanoi earmarks US$55.4 billion to build 600-km metro network by 2045

The completed metro system is projected to carry around 3.2 million daily trips, making up 35-40% of public transport in urban hubs and 20% in suburban zones.

Female “death hunting” team searches for bombs in Quang Tri

Overcoming doubts and prejudices, many women in central Quang Tri Province choose to engage in clearing bombs, mines and explosives left over after the war.

VN railway sector gets creative to attract passengers

In an effort to diversify its customer base, the railway sector has regularly upgraded and improved infrastructure and services. Many luxury trains have been put into operation recently, attracting a large number of tourists.

The untamed beauty of hydropower reservoir

Located in Kon Tum Province, Thuong Kon Tum Hydropower Reservoir beckons with its majestic and pristine natural landscape, coupled with a tranquil atmosphere.

Who is behind Thuan An’s wrongdoings?

A number of officials have been arrested and charged for involvement in the case of Thuan An Group, which won a bid worth VND18 trillion within only two years.

Xuyen Viet Oil case: 134 savings books with VND1.32 trillion in deposits seized

Prosecutor General of the Supreme People's Procuracy Le Minh Tri has reported to the National Assembly on the work of the procuracy sector from October 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024.

Who leaked the answers to math Olympiad questions?

After the 20th Asia-Pacific Mathematical Olympiad for Primary Schools (APMOPS) finished on April 20 in Vietnam, some students and parents said that the competition’s questions appeared to be published beforehand.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (May 14-20/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from May 14 through 20.

Eight bidders win the 6th gold auction

Right before the auction, the authority decided to reduce the reference price from VNĐ87 million per tael to VNĐ87.7 million per tael.

100 people in central province scammed over $176,000 in working abroad scheme

About 100 residents in Quang Ngai are seeking assistance from authorities after being scammed out of US$176,140 when registering to work abroad.

18 national treasures presented to public at Hai Phong Museum

A total of 18 historical national treasures are being exhibited at Hai Phong Museum as part of the 2024 Hoa Phuong Do (red flamboyant flower) festival.

Four Vietnamese ground meat dishes among Top 61 in Asia

Four Vietnamese delicacies have been named among the Top 61 Asian ground meat dishes as compiled by TasteAtlas, a website that discovers ingredients, traditional dishes, and authentic restaurants around the world.

Junior players win regional silver, qualified for Asian championship

Vietnam won silver at the Southeast Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship and for the first time qualified for the next month's continental tournament.

VN designer launches Ao Dai collections celebrating VN-Australia friendship

Vietnamese fashion designer Tran Phuong Hoa will introduce her latest exclusive áo dài (Vietnamese traditional dress) collection for the Roadshow Vietnam – HCM City Tourism that began in Australia in May 13.

Hue Festival 2024 to amuse visitors with massive light show

An immense light festival will be held as part of the Hue Festival 2024 with the support of the French Embassy and the French Institute in Vietnam (IFV), expecting to bring visitors an immersive experience in a fantasy universe of light and sound.

Vietnam Business News May 14/2024

Desk established in Dong Nai to support Japanese investors

Ministry proposes tax filing deadline extension for 2024

The ministry hopes the move could ease some business challenges and provide more support for business operations.

Vietnam wins best traditional costume at Miss Fitness Supermodel World 2024

Vietnamese representative Tuyet Mai claimed the best traditional costume prize at the ongoing Miss Fitness Supermodel World 2024 which was held at the Ho May tourist area in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau.

Vietnam News Headlines May 14/2024

HCMC plans 500 km of urban rail lines by 2060

HCM City expected to create a new development model

HCM City just celebrated the 49th anniversary of the liberation of the South and reunification of the country on April 30. The city has gained brilliant achievement, but it is facing difficulties as the ‘locomotive’ of the national economy.

Prime Minister chairs seminar with Chinese businesses

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 14 chaired a seminar with representatives from 19 Chinese groups specialising in green economy and digital economy.

Filmmakers dream of movies with multi-trillion dong in revenue

Following the success of recent movies with revenue of hundreds of billions of dong, Vietnamese filmmakers believe that movies earning trillions of dong are within reach.