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Art from nature’s palette: dried flower pictures

Dried flower art has gained popularity due to its natural appeal and use of environmentally friendly materials.

Commercial banks change outlook in 2023

A series of commercial banks changed their appearance in 2023 through new brand identification, which reflected changes in governance, technology, and shareholder structure.

UNESCO director's posts about Vietnam receive thousands of likes

When UNESCO’s Director General Audrey Azouley visited in Vietnam, she posted seven statuses on her X page about Vietnam which received many likes and retweets. This is one of the quickest ways to popularize Vietnam.

Vuong now has $9 billion, and Vietnam has one more US dollar billionaire

The stock assets of billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong have soared to $9 billion as shown in Bloomberg’s ranking. Meanwhile, Nguyen Dang Quang has returned to Fobres’ list of the world’s billionaires.

Young people find start-up success with coffee grounds

The project “Coffuel - Innovative solution in recycling industrial by-products to create a sustainable energy supply” recently won first prize in the Start-up Competition 2023 – the first of its kind organised by the Hanoi Youth Union.

7 top events of Vietnam’s automobile industry in 2023

2023 was a tough year for automobile manufacturers as demand was weak despite considerable price decreases. However, there was good news that marked an important milestone of the industry.

Predictions for 2024

Gathering strength to promote economic growth, rather than stabilizing the macro economy, is the 2024 message sent by the National Assembly and government.

Vietnam's impressions in 2023

Despite a challenging year, Vietnam can be proud of its achievements in 2023.

VN has great potential as emerging link in global supply chain

Amazon’s Vice President Eric Broussard said global retail e-commerce has opened up many opportunities and created a new movement for sellers from many countries, including Vietnam.

What are the hurdles for Make in Vietnam digital platforms?

To create Make in Vietnam platforms, it is necessary to remove barriers on the path of digitization.

The man who aims to produce Vietnamese AI talents of international stature

Beginning to code when he was nine years old, Nguyen Xuan Phong spent four years studying business administration at university. At first, he planned to become a businessman, but later realized that technology was his true dream.

Top 10 socio-economic highlights in 2023

VietNamNet names the 10 most outstanding socio-economic events in 2023:

Traffic jams, infrastructure costs becoming more serious in HCM City

Traffic congestion in HCM City seriously affects the quality of life and causes a loss of $6 billion annually.

Vietnam welcomes US semiconductor corporations, offers attractive incentives

Chair of the US Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) John Neuffer has said that many businesses are doubling their investments in Vietnam.

Vietnam a bright spot in global panorama

Vietnam has recorded many encouraging results amid complex and unexpected developments in the world situation in 2023. Many experts and international organisations perceived that the country remains a bright spot in the global panorama.

Make in Vietnam apps can help solve pressing national problems

A video analysis platform satisfies supervision demand. Digital technology helps settle the problem of transport vehicles with excess weight.

Solo travelling, a new trend among young people

Solo travelling is not rare in western countries, but in Asian countries including Vietnam it is somewhat of an oddity. But it has become increasingly popular among young Vietnamese in recent years.

Solar power projects’ fate unclear as regulations remain undecided

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) has submitted to the Prime Minister a plan on implementing the eighth power development plan (Plan 8) for approval. However, the plan doesn’t contain a list of solar power projects that have found investors.

The ancient art of weaving lotus silk

From the delicate harvesting of lotus stems to the intricate 14-step process of creating a lotus silk scarf, artisan Phan Thị Thuận shares her passion and perseverance in preserving this special art.

Vietnam’s digital platforms given wings to fly high

State management agencies not only need to perfect the legal framework but also act as a bridge to help connect Vietnam’s digital platforms and potential users.