HANOI: State President Luong Cuong has officially conferred the prestigious title of Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam upon five distinguished officials and diplomats. The ceremony, held in Hanoi on January 2, recognized the contributions of these individuals to Vietnam’s diplomatic efforts and international relations. According to Vietnam News Agency, the diplomats who received … Read more
PHU THO: Vietnam emerged victorious with a 2-1 win against Thailand in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Championship final. The match took place in the northern province of Phu Tho on the evening of January 2, where Vietnam’s Nguyen Xuan Son delivered an outstanding performance by scoring both goals for his team. According … Read more
HANOI: Rice exports reached unprecedented levels in both volume and value in 2024, yet industry experts caution that the sector may face significant challenges in the coming year. The global rice market is poised for a shake-up following India’s decision to lift its ban on non-basmati white rice exports in September, a move anticipated to … Read more
NINH BINH: The Cuc Phuong National Park, in partnership with Save Vietnam’s Wildlife (SVW), has successfully released 12 Javan pangolins back into their natural habitat. This release marks a significant conservation effort aimed at protecting the critically endangered species, which are often targets of illegal trafficking. According to Vietnam News Agency, the pangolins were rescued … Read more
HANOI: Credit growth throughout Vietnam’s banking system is anticipated to reach approximately 16% by the year 2025, as forecasted by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV). The central bank has communicated these projections in a document dispatched to financial institutions, emphasizing the establishment of clear and transparent guidelines for determining credit growth targets for the … Read more
HANOI: Eight military officers from Vietnam are set to participate in United Nations peacekeeping operations in the Central African Republic and South Sudan. The Ministry of National Defence conducted a ceremony to officially present the State President’s and Minister of National Defence’s decisions to the officers, marking a significant step in Vietnam’s ongoing commitment to … Read more