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False advertising common, new law aims to stop violators: NA deputies

The National Assembly Standing Committee on September 24 discussed the draft law on amending and supplementing some articles of the Law on Advertisement, scheduled to be submitted to the National Assembly for the first time at the eighth session.

Da Nang showcases its tourism at the world's largest travel expo

From September 26 to 29, Da Nang is actively promoting its tourism offerings at Tourism EXPO Japan 2024, one of the largest travel fairs in the world.

English proficiency standards & graduation delays: Insights from VN universities

Thousands of university students in Vietnam face graduation delays each year due to failing English proficiency requirements. While universities argue that their standards are reasonable, students are left struggling to meet the criteria in time.

Vietnamese leader To Lam honoured with Cuba’s Jose Marti Order

The Party and State of Cuba has presented the Order of Jose Marti to visiting Party General Secretary and President To Lam.

Top leaders of Vietnam, Cuba hold talks in Havana

The Party, State, and people of Cuba extremely treasure the traditional relationship as well as the special and faithful friendship with Vietnam.

Terminally ill patients can go directly to first-level hospitals: draft law

The draft law on amending and supplementing some articles of the Law on Health Insurance removes a required procedure on transferring patients with terminal diseases to higher-level hospitals in an effort to ease procedures for patients.

Vietnam hosts first Miss Multicultural World beauty pageant

Vietnam is set to host the Miss Multicultural World beauty pageant for the first time, with aspiring candidates from different countries competing for the crown.

Vietnamese woman brings the taste of home to Zanzibar’s shores

Nguyen Thi Kim Anh, the only Vietnamese living on Zanzibar Island in Tanzania, has introduced her homeland's cuisine to the island, delighting locals and tourists alike.

Gold ring prices reach new peak, move equal to gold bar prices for first time

Prices of domestic gold rings continued their upward trajectory on September 27, reaching an all-time high of VND83.35 million per tael and being equal to the selling price of SJC gold bars for the first time.

Attracting Hollywood: VN’s push for simpler film permits & fewer hurdles

Vietnam is emerging as a desirable destination for international film crews, but industry insiders emphasize that more needs to be done to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and offer better incentives for large-scale productions.

“Made in Vietnam” Macbook and iPad to be manufactured locally

With plans for producing Apple products in Vietnam, Fukang Technology Company Limited, a member of Foxconn Group, is applying for an environmental license for exhaust treatment systems at iPad and Macbook production lines at its factory in Bac Giang.

Tax debts and travel bans: businesses call for clearer processes

It is rare for business leaders to risk their reputations by delaying the payment of a few million VND in taxes.

VN Urban Environment Magazine’s Vice Chief Editor arrested for extortion

Thai Binh police have launched an investigation into the Vietnam Urban Environment Magazine, arresting key figures in connection with an extortion case under the Penal Code.

Hanoi cancels several events for 70th Liberation Day amid storm recovery

The 70th anniversary of the Liberation of the Capital will see scaled-back celebrations, with several events canceled, as Hanoi prioritizes recovery efforts after Storm Yagi.

Real estate companies still face pressure on capital sources

While some real estate companies have paid large dividends to investors, many others in the sector still have to struggle to rotate capital sources to pay debts and reinvest.

Family tax deduction rate under review

Given the evolving economic landscape and changes in living standards, The Ministry of Finance is conducting a comprehensive review and assessment of the Personal Income Tax Law, which includes the consideration of family circumstance deductions.

UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations highly values VN's contributions

The number of the Vietnamese personnel in peacekeeping missions is steadily increasing, including both men and women as well as police officers, both in the field and at the headquarters.

Car imports continue increasing in the first half 2024

In the first half of September, the influx of imported cars into Viet Nam remained robust, despite a recent government policy to reduce registration taxes for domestically assembled vehicles.

State-funded war film “Peach Blossom, Pho and Piano” to compete at Oscar

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has selected the film “Dao, Pho and Piano” (Peach Blossom, Pho and Piano) as its official nomination to compete in the best international feature film category at the 97th Academy Awards (Oscar).

Tran Dinh Van permitted to cease working as NA deputy

General Secretary of the National Assembly Bui Van Cuong on September 26 announced the termination of duties of Tran Dinh Van as a deputy of the 15th NA.

Vietnam officially establishes diplomatic relations with Malawi

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and Malawi’s Foreign Minister Nancy Tempo witnessed the signing of a joint statement on establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Malawi.

Da Nang – Bangkok flight undergoes strict security checks due to bomb threat

A Thai Vietjet flight from Da Nang to Bangkok underwent strict security checks on September 26 after a passenger spread a bomb threat on the plane.

Ho Chi Minh City faces burden of infectious diseases

The Ho Chi Minh City Centre for Disease Control has announced that over recent weeks, the city has recorded a significant increase in cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD), dengue fever, and measles.

Foreign investors keen on LNG infrastructure in Vietnam

Under Power Plan VIII, 13 LNG power plants have been approved in Việt Nam with a total capacity of 24 GW