VIETNAM: NEW ERA

Vung Vieng fishing village captivates foreign tourists

Vung Vieng, a small fishing village in Ha Long Bay, is a favorite among foreign tourists. Since the beginning of the year, the village has welcomed over 39,000 visitors, with more than 95% being international travelers.

Vietnam now boasts seven one-star Michelin restaurants

Vietnam has added three more Michelin-starred restaurants, bringing the total to seven.

Vietnamese workers in RoK appreciated by host employers

Vietnamese labourers who work in the Republic of Korea under the Employment Permit System (EPS) have been appreciated by Korean employers, said Lim Seung-mook, Vice President of the Human Resources Development Services of the RoK (HRDK).

Local noodle soup designated as national intangible cultural heritage

The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has just recognized “My Quang” (Quang Nam-style noodle soup) as part of the national intangible cultural heritage list.

More seats for train passengers during National Day holiday

In order to meet increasing demands of passengers during the upcoming National Day holiday (September 2), Vietnam Railways Corporation (VRC) will increase operation frequency and introduce discount campaigns.

Hoi An ranks among world's top four destinations

The US travel magazine Travel+Leisure has unveiled its World’s Best Awards 2024, listing the top 25 global destinations as voted by its readers. Hoi An city in Quang Nam Province has achieved a notable fourth place with an impressive score of 90.67.

Foreign magazine marvel at enchanting palette of Sa Pa’s autumn

Bored Panda, a leading art and pop culture magazine, has recently published an article describing the beauty of Sapa, a small town in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai of Vietnam, in the autumn.

Pho Nam Dinh designated as national intangible cultural heritage

The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has officially recognized “Pho Nam Dinh” as part of the national intangible cultural heritage.

Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line begins commercial operation

The 8.5-km elevated section of the Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line, running from Nhon to Cau Giay, started commercial operation on August 8. This is a significant event that instills confidence in investors regarding the potential for infrastructure development in the capital city, attracting investment for future projects.

"Steel shield" defending the nation's seas and islands

Amidst the relentless waves, Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago stands resilient with an indomitable spirit. There, the soldiers of the People's Navy of Vietnam vigilantly guard the nation’s sacred seas and islands day and night. Prepared to fight and win, they seize every opportunity to strengthen the archipelago’s defense while advancing its economic and social development.

Argentine expert shows confidence in Vietnam’s national development cause

Journalist Gaston Fiorda, an expert on Southeast Asian affairs at the National Radio of Argentina, has expressed his confidence that under the leadership of Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, Vietnam will continue to achieve more brilliant successs and enhance its international position.

Late Party chief respected by international community: Cuban diplomat

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong has won the respect and admiration of people worldwide, said Joy Puentes Saldise, Charge d'affaires a.i of the Cuban Embassy in Vietnam.

Meeting an artisan of Chang Son carpentry village

Many residents of Chang Son Carpentry Village in Hanoi’s outskirt district of Thach That, driven by their passion for woodworking and a desire to preserve their ancestors' craftsmanship, continue to keep the spirit of carpentry alive.

Vietnam achieves first successful trachea transplant

Doctors at Viet Duc Friendship Hospital have successfully performed a groundbreaking surgery, transplanting a trachea segment from a brain-dead donor and reconstructing an oesophageal structure for a patient from Thanh Hoa Province.

First 7 months of 2024: 9 export items pocketing over 5 billion USD

In the first seven months of this year, Vietnam saw 9 export items posting a turnover of more than 5 billion USD, accounting for 70.8% of the country’s total export value.

Mu Cang Chai among the world’s top 25 places with surreal beauty

Travel site Wanderlust Storytellers recently listed Mu Cang Chai of Vietnam among 25 places with surreal beauty worldwide.

Vietnamese fresh pomelo officially allowed for import into the Republic of Korea

The Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA) of the Republic of Korea officially published the import regulations for fresh pomelo from Vietnam on its website on 30 July 2024.

Agriculture sector sets new records amid global challenges

The agriculture sector emerged as a firm pillar of the economy last year, setting a series of new records despite global market downturn.

More than 34 million e-wallets active in Vietnam

More than 34 million e-wallets were active in Vietnam as of June 30, accounting for 59% of the total 58 million activated e-wallets.

First 7 months: Total import-export turnover tops 439 bln USD

Vietnam’s total trade turnover of goods reached 439.88 billion USD in the first seven months of this year, marking a 17.1% increase compared to the same period last year.