Vietnam’s Dak Nong Geopark has been recognized by UNESCO as a Global Geopark, becoming the third of its kind in the country.
Son La province looks to consume 70,000 tonnes of longans in 2020, including 57,000 tonnes for domestic consumption and 7,900 tonnes for exports.
Vietnam's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in June reached its highest level in 10 months.
Trade volume between Vietnam and the US has increased by 120 times to 60 billion USD in 2019 from 450 million USD in 1995, the year marking the normalization of the two countries’ relations.
The National Assembly approving the Master Plan on socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas in 2021-2030 was approved in November.
War veterans from Vietnam and the US get together on Ham Rong Bridge, Thanh Hoa province in celebration of the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations normalisation.
The Central Military Commission held the 10th emulation congress of the entire army in Hanoi on June 23.
Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong on June 22 asked the Central Public Security Party Committee to make thorough preparations for its upcoming Party Congress.
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Thanh Nien (Youth) newspaper, founded by Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh, was first published on June 21, 1925, marking the birth of Vietnam’s Revolutionary Press.
EVFTA may contribute to the increase of Vietnam’s GDP and export turnover to the EU compared to previously.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan attended the launching ceremony and marching of the Cavalry Mobile Police Corps at Ba Dinh square, Hanoi on June 8.
The Central Military Commission held a conference in Hanoi on May 25 to collect feedback on draft documents to be submitted to the 11th Party Congress of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested the northeastern province of Quang Ninh devise a strategy to develop tourism as its spearhead economic sector, especially in the remaining months of this year and during the new tenure of the provincial Party Organisation.
The EU- Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and the EU- Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA)
between Vietnam and the European Union (EU) are considered comprehensive and high-quality deals with a high level of commitment.
A special programme entitled Ho Chi Minh - Sang Ngoi Y Chi Viet Nam (Ho Chi Minh – Viet Nam Will Shine Bright) was broadcasted live at five locations, namely Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and the provinces of Tuyen Quang, Nghe An and Dong Thap on May 18.
A ceremony was held at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi on May 18 to mark the 130th birthday of late President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890-2020).
The 12th plenum of the 12th Party Central Committee (PCC) wrapped up in Hanoi on May 14 after four days of working. All agenda items were completed.
Personnel matters were the main focus of the Party Central Committee (PCC) in the morning of May 14, the fourth working day of the PCC’s 12th plenum.
An awards ceremony for literature, arts and press works on studying and following President Ho Chi Minh’s thought, morality and style was held in Hanoi on May 13 by the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Communications and Education.