Vietnam set records in economy, foreign trade and tourism in 2024
Vietnam's foreign service in 2024 stood out as dynamic and effective, highlighted by a record-breaking import-export turnover of nearly US$800 billion, 60 high-level foreign affairs activities, and 170 signed cooperation agreements.
22:49, 2025/01/18
Homeland Spring 2025: Overseas Vietnamese explore investment opportunities
Hung Yen aims to become a modern industrial province with advanced infrastructure, strong industrial growth, and sustainable green development while preserving its cultural heritage.
17:58, 2025/01/18
PM calls for Polish businesses to seize opportunities in Vietnam’s market
The prime minister urged businesses from both countries to strengthen business ties and pursue more effective cooperation based on shared benefits and risk sharing.
21:35, 2025/01/16
Vietnam to have five international tech giants by 2030: General Secretary
By 2030, Vietnam aims to be among the top three in ASEAN in terms of technology development and to have five world-class technology groups.
11:21, 2020/09/25
UN must be truly cohesive and inclusive: Vietnam president
Vietnam highlights the UN role in harmonizing the interests and behaviors of member states.
11:19, 2020/09/24
First international flight to Vietnam is from South Korea
Demand for flying from South Korea to Vietnam is enormous due to the huge investment and trade inflows in the country.
09:46, 2020/09/24
Vietnam, US hold 11th Political, Security and Defense Dialogue
These annual dialogue further promotes the robust and growing bilateral relationship between the United States and Vietnam.
17:18, 2020/09/23
Vietnam PM agrees to reopen air routes to Thailand
The Ministry of Transport will decide on the frequency of international commercial flights.
15:22, 2020/09/22
Foreigners to Vietnam required to pay quarantine and testing fees
International arrivals who opt to stay at government quarantine facilities are required to pay at least VND120,000 (US$5.17) per day.
07:46, 2020/09/19
Vietnam willing to share experience with UK on CPTPP accession
The UK looks to focus on trade with the dynamic Asia-Pacific region, including Vietnam.
12:51, 2020/09/18
Vietnam airlines to relaunch int'l flights from September 18
Air passengers must comply with the mandatory medical quarantine requirements of the host country.
12:34, 2020/09/18
Vietnam announces Covid-19 quarantine fees for visitors
People subject to isolation at army-run quarantine facilities would have to pay VND80,000 (US$3.47) for meals and VND40,000 (US$1.73) for other services per day.
11:20, 2020/09/18
Vietnam gov’t aims for 6.5% GDP growth in 2021
This year, Vietnam targets economic growth of 2% in normal conditions and 2.5% if favorable factors emerge.
00:34, 2020/09/18
Vietnam expects to lift up ties with Japan after Abe's resignation
Whoever succeeds Abe Shinzo, the two nations have ample reasons to widen and deepen their cooperation across a host of domains.
14:15, 2020/09/17
Vietnam to strictly screen incoming air passengers
The airlines are responsible for checking the negative status for SARS-COV-2 of passengers when boarding.
13:12, 2020/09/17
South Korea FM to visit Vietnam for further cooperation amid pandemic
Vietnam and South Korea are planning for the resumption of air routes.
16:17, 2020/09/16
Berlin asks Vietnam to bridge German with Indo-Pacific
Germany takes Vietnam as an example in the rise of Asia for Berlin’s Indo-Pacific strategy highlighted recently.
14:29, 2020/09/16
Incoming passengers to Vietnam to undergo 5-day quarantine
Air passengers entering Vietnam will continue to self-isolate in their offices or regulated accommodation establishments after testing negative twice.
11:54, 2020/09/15
Vietnam strives to hold year-end ASEAN Summit face to face
AMM 53 and related meeting have been a great success, stated Vietnam's top diplomat.
08:16, 2020/09/15
Vietnam passes death sentences in Dong Tam case
The trial ended shorter than scheduled 10 days and was less tense than expected.
15:44, 2020/09/14
Vietnam says ASEAN doesn’t want to get trapped between competition of major powers
Vietnam’s top diplomat said ASEAN wants all countries around the world and those in the region to make constructive contributions, supporting and promoting peace and stability of Southeast Asia.
11:55, 2020/09/14
Vietnam to increase flight frequency to some countries
There will have 10,000 arriving people and the number would increase gradually in the coming time.
19:53, 2020/09/13
Vietnam expected to set up regional peacekeeping center
The United Nations (UN) wants Vietnam to be an example in assisting other countries in training their officers in peacekeeping tasks, under the auspices of the UN.
01:59, 2020/09/12
Foreign visitors to Vietnam required to pay quarantine, testing fees
So far, Vietnam has offered free-of-charge quarantine and testing for both locals and foreigners.