Digital transformation will be adopted by agencies to minimize processing times for administrative procedures related to land use, planning, investment, construction, taxation, customs, and more.
In honor of the 135th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s birth on May 19, 1890, tens of thousands of people from across Vietnam traveled to Hanoi to visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a revered pilgrimage site for Vietnamese and international visitors alike.
The government will continue to facilitate, rather than control, the development of the private sector.
The rise in environmental fines is a strategy to encourage compliance and protect the environment.
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He makes efforts to support children’s swimming lessons, suggesting subsidies and reduced fees for pool access and training.
The outcome is considered to be favorable for Vietnamese exporters, in particular as the cooperating firms are also subject to a relatively low provisional countervailing duty of 3.39%.
In celebration of the national milestone, Hanoi’s streets, hidden alleys, and cozy cafés are awash with flags and flowers, creating picture-perfect corners that have become magnetic spots for young people to check in and share their love for the city and the nation.
The display of historical relics helps educate younger generations about the losses and struggles of the Vietnamese people for today's independence and happiness.
Similar outflows are seen across the region with Vietnam's foreign investor outflows remain moderate.
The FTA Index aims to provide transparent, objective data for central and local authorities to steer and monitor integration efforts
With the sweltering heat driving people to seek relief, hot spring resorts have gained popularity, offering the perfect escape for those looking to unwind and rejuvenate.
Before the horns and hustle, Hanoi breathes one slow, shared stretch at a time.
Forever, Uncle Ho is still with us in our marches - he is still alive in every action, every victory of the process of building and defending the Vietnamese Fatherland.
The launch of the high-quality “Hoa Phuong Do” (Red Flamboyant) train marks a new chapter in enhancing tourism connectivity between Hanoi and Haiphong, aiming to impress both domestic and international travelers.
The campaign targets at-risk children who have missed previous doses or have incomplete immunization histories.
Mobilizing cross-sector cooperation for blood donation, first-aid training, and community care
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A Hanoi artisan transforms a cultural symbol into a unique gift for visitors by combining tradition and creativity.
The art program "He Is President Ho Chi Minh" combines historical documents, animated visuals, and contemporary musical performances.
The Hanoi Department of Tourism is refining the local tourism database software to speed up the digitization and data sharing with the municipal and national systems.
Hanoi's decision to double the administrative fines compared to the central government rates shows the proactive and strategic approach of a special municipality dealing with the dual pressures of development and land conservation.
Hanoi’s performance in the 2024 Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) improved, climbing four spots with gains in market access, policy support, and legal institutions.
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Vietnam’s GDP grew 6.93% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the highest first-quarter growth rate in the past five years.
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The economic aspect will help tighten the special friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Cuba.
Foreign investors bought more than VND4.1 trillion (about US$161 million) worth of stocks on May 13, nearly three times the amount of the previous day.
The unique public art space made of recycled materials, handmade paper, and steel structures at a garden in Hoan Kiem District attracts a large number of locals and visitors.
