visitors participate in moc chau plum harvest festival

Visitors participate in Moc Chau plum harvest festival

As part of the series of events celebrating the announcement of Moc Chau as a national tourism area, the eighth Moc Chau Plum harvest festival was held, a vibrant affair attracting locals and tourists.
ict industry revenue rises sharply in first four months

ICT industry revenue rises sharply in first four months

Revenue of the entire ICT industry is estimated to reach $56.9 billion in the first four months of 2024, up 26 per cent over the same period last year and reaching 32.7 per cent of the annual target, according to the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC).
companies wary of cybersecurity threats

Companies wary of cybersecurity threats

Cybersecurity has gained more attention during the annual general meeting season following the surge in ransomware attacks in the first quarter of 2024.
developing virtual asset management policies

Developing virtual asset management policies

As part of the second anniversary celebration and the annual forum “Blockchain and AI: The Revolution of the Future,” the Vietnam Blockchain Association organised its fourth scientific panel discussion on April 24, aiming to develop and improve the legal framework for Vietnam’s virtual asset.
ict industry paints a bright picture in first quarter

ICT industry paints a bright picture in first quarter

The revenue from the information and communications industry in the first quarter of 2024 rose 11.8 per cent over the same period last year and reached 23.3 per cent of the annual target set by the government.
the green and digital transition wings for the tourism industry

The green and digital transition wings for the tourism industry

The annual Vietnam International Travel Mart Hanoi will take place on April 11-14, covering the nation’s tourism industry and its green transition for sustainable development. Vu The Binh, chairman of the Vietnam Tourism Association, speaks with VIR’s Ho Ha about the role of the green and digital transition.
urban system reform to aid local growth

Urban system reform to aid local growth

The central province of Quang Nam is gradually reducing pressure on the ancient city of Hoi An by developing and expanding other urban spaces.
vietnam ao dai week 2024 launched

Vietnam Ao Dai Week 2024 launched

The Vietnam Women's Union (VWU) on February 29 launched the annual Vietnam Ao Dai Week 2024 and organised an art performance programme to promote the value of the traditional costume in life, culture, and society.
vinfast sets sights on 100000 evs in 2024

VinFast sets sights on 100,000 EVs in 2024

VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has set an ambitious target of selling 100,000 EVs in 2024, following the announcement of its Q4/2023 financial statements in mid-February. This announcement was made by VinFast's chairwoman of the Board of Directors Le Thi Thu Thuy.
hoi an among worlds top honeymoon destinations of 2024

Hoi An among world’s top Honeymoon Destinations of 2024

The ancient city of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam has been named among the world’s top 25 Honeymoon Destinations of 2024 on Tripadvisor 2023 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Awards.
clarity being offered through changes to nations land and real estate legislation

Clarity being offered through changes to nation’s land and real estate legislation

The National Assembly has approved the amended Law on Land after lengthy consideration. Raymond Mallon, an independent economic consultant, analyses how will the anticipated revisions toed legislation governing land and real estate will could impact on investors and owners in Vietnam.
incham organises annual business meet and tet reception

INCHAM organises annual business meet and Tet reception

On February 2, 2024, the Indian Business Chamber in Hanoi (INCHAM Hanoi) and the Embassy of India jointly organised the annual business meet cum Lunar New Year reception.
new roads the answer for economic growth

New roads the answer for economic growth

It is projected that 2024 could be a bumper year for expressway construction to get moving, with several localities approving plans for vital connection infrastructure.
feed firms display sourcing initiative

Feed firms display sourcing initiative

A new strategy to develop the animal feed processing industry towards 2030 is expected to enhance food quality and safety, lower product prices, and reduce the country’s proportion of imported animal feed.
pivotal year for vietnams telecoms

Pivotal year for Vietnam’s telecoms

While fulfilling the annual targets for 2023, the future remains thorny for Vietnamese telecoms giants in a new digital space.