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During their two-day stay in Vietnam (April 30 and May 1), the international tourist group will experience Ben Thanh and Binh Tay markets, learn to cook Vietnamese dishes at Mom Cooking Class, experience making My Art sand paintings and traditional Vietnamese coffee at Bosgaurus Coffee Roasters. They will also ride a Jeep to see Saigon at night and enjoy a street food tour. The international tourists arrived in Vietnam. Photo: Baovanhoa Tourists will also visit the most famous places such as Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, Notre Dame Cathedral, City Post Office, History Museum, and Ba Thien Hau Pagoda. After that, the group will arrive at My Tho to visit Tien River, Thoi Son Islet, visit a beekeeping farm to enjoy honey tea and ripened fruits. In Ben Tre, they can participate in walking, cycling on village roads, listening to folk music, and rowing boats in Rach Vam Chua. A group of international tourists visits the Ho Chi Minh City Post Office. Photo: Baova...

Time Out magazine has recently listed Vietnam as one of the world’s nine safest destinations for solo female travelers , based on an article published by the editor on March 19th, 2024. “When considering the safest destinations for women backpacking in Southeast Asia, Thailand and Vietnam are still vying for the top spot – but Vietnam is a great place to start,” the magazine wrote. Vietnam’s political stability and low crime rates make it an attractive destination for visitors. Visitors can enjoy a tour that spans from the capital city of Hanoi in the north to Ho Chi Minh City in the south, taking in the best of Vietnam’s natural beauty, including mountains, beaches, and islands. The Time Out editors strongly recommend that tourists take the time to visit the historic cities of Hoi An and Hue, which are known for their distinctive traditional cuisine. “I realized that I had nothing to fear about traveling in Vietnam as a solo traveler or as an American. My experience there was n...

Customers conduct transactions at an HDBank branch in HCM City. Photo courtesy of HDBank. One of the key factors driving growth is the lender’s focus on maintaining profitability ratios such as ROA and ROE. In 2024 the bank remains on track for high growth while continuing to improve its comprehensive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. The bank is projecting total assets to exceed VND700 trillion (US$27.6 billion) this year, up 16% from 2023. Total deposits are expected to reach VND624 trillion (US$24.6 billion), up 16%. Loans outstanding are projected to exceed VND438 trillion (US$17.28 billion) in line with the credit growth quota allocated by the central bank. This year the bank plans to increase its charter capital by 5% to VND29.1 trillion ($1.15 billion) by issuing shares. In 2023, it managed to ensure a low bad debts ratio of 1.5% and achieve a capital adequacy ratio (CAR) of 12.6%, among the highest in the industry. The annual general meeting al...

Weather forecast for various regions Northwest region: The weather forecast predicts cloudy skies and hot afternoons with intense heat. Thunderstorms are expected in the evenings and nights. Potential hazards during thunderstorms include tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds. Minimum temperature: 24-27 degrees Celsius. Maximum temperature: 36-39 degrees Celsius. Northeast region: The weather forecast predicts cloudy skies and sunshine during the day, with extreme heat in the afternoons. Scattered showers are possible in the evenings and nights. Minimum temperature: 25-28 degrees Celsius. Maximum temperature: 36-39 degrees Celsius. Thanh Hoa – Thua Thien Hue: The weather forecast predicts sunny skies with extreme heat, with temperatures reaching up to 42 degrees Celsius in the afternoons. Minimum temperature: 27 – 30 degrees Celsius. Maximum temperature: 39-42 degrees Celsius. Da Nang – Binh Thuan: The weather forecast predicts cloudy skies and sunshine during the day, wi...

Ho Chi Minh City is a treasure trove of Vietnam’s rich historical heritage, particularly significant sites related to the Vietnam War. Nha Rong Harbor Nha Rong Harbor (or Ho Chi Minh Museum – Ho Chi Minh City branch) is the largest harbor in Saigon and a renowned attraction, captivating both domestic and international visitors with its unique architecture that blends French elegance and Vietnamese cultural influences. Nha Rong Harbor holds historical significance as the point of departure for President Ho Chi Minh, the revered leader of Vietnam, as he embarked on a journey to seek national liberation in 1911. This historic destination is a must-see for anyone exploring Ho Chi Minh City. Nha Rong Harbor (or Ho Chi Minh Museum – Ho Chi Minh City branch) is renowned as the largest harbor in Saigon. Photo: Saigon Local Tour Nha Rong (or Ho Chi Minh Museum) is strategically situated at the junction of the Saigon River and the end of Nguyen Tat Thanh Street. “Nha Rong” tran...

Shortly after Trang An Landscape Complex was recognized as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO, the northern province of Ninh Binh drew up a master plan and policies to preserve and promote the values of the complex in line with green and sustainable development. Chairman of the People’s Committee of Ninh Binh Province, where the complex is located, Pham Quang Ngoc, said at a ceremony to mark the 10th anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of the [2014-2024]. Chairman of the Ninh Binh People’s Committee Pham Quang Ngoc delivers a speech at the ceremony. Photos: Ninh Binh Newspaper “After 10 years, many organizations, experts, and academics have praised the model of combining sustainable economic and tourism development with nature conservation, ensuring the harmonious interests of local people, the state, and businesses,” said Ngoc. Simona-Mirela Muculescu, President of the 42nd General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and C...

The 11th edition of the fest will run until Sunday, featuring up to 250 booths of various traditional cakes, dishes and specialties. The opening ceremony of the Southern Folk Cake Festival 2024 held in Can Tho City on April 17, 2024 attracts thousands of people. Photo: Trung Pham / Tuoi Tre Speaking at the opening ceremony, Nguyen Thuc Hien, vice-chairman of the municipal administration, said that the annual festival has contributed to raising the culinary value of the southern region. Besides, the fest helps popularize the city’s tourist sites and tourism products among local and international travelers. Various cakes made and delicately designed by local artisans and cooks are on display to serve fest-goers. Their main ingredients are sticky rice and vegetables. Within the framework of the festival, a folk cake-making contest will be held to delight visitors. A woman poses for a photo with rice paper at a miniature of the Thuan Hung rice paper craft village at ...

The Sam Son Sea Tourism Festival in the northern central province of Thanh Hoa kicks off on April 27, with the event featuring a wide range of activities such as firework displays along with light and music shows. It is expected to receive more visitors as the weather gets hotter. The Ha Long Carnival 2024 festival is expected to offer both local and foreign guests fresh experiences with fireworks, parades, and the first-ever drone light show. Firework displays, joyous street parades featuring various colourful costumes and dances on wide streets along the coast, and art performances will also be organised. The northern province of Ninh Binh will arrange activities in one week starting from April 26 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of UNESCO recognition of the Trang An Landscape Complex as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site. The northern mountainous province of Tuyen Quang hosts the third International Hot-air Balloon Festival from ...

The report, released by the IMD World Competitiveness Center’s Smart City Observatory and the World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization (WeGO), analyzes data and resident surveys from 142 cities globally. In Asia alone, Hanoi ranks 20th out of 28 cities. The capital city is highly rated in terms of safety in public places, employment services, and easy access to information from competent agencies. Earlier, Hanoi ranked 96th and is the only representative in Vietnam mentioned in the World’s Best Cities ranking. The city moved up 16 places to 144th in a global ranking of the world’s most livable cities. A corner of Hanoi. Photo: Tuan Anh The digitalization process is expected to help Hanoi realize its vision to become a smart and modern city by 2025, creating the foundation for rapid and sustainable economic development. The view was shared in a resolution by the Hanoi Party Committee on promoting Hanoi’s smart city by 2025, with a vision to 2030. Accordingly, the c...

Vietnam News Today (Apr. 26) notable headlines Vietnam, China conducts joint patrol along demarcation line in Gulf of Tonkin Vietnam attends international security meeting in Russia Vietnam-Singapore trade on the rise since start of 2024 Vietnam affirms unwavering stance on Chinese fishing ban in East Sea Northern VN transitions into scorching heat after prolonged rainy days Images of Vietnamese localities promoted in US Argentinian scholar praises Vietnam’s April 30, 1975 victory Vietnamese, Algerian Parties forge cooperation Gift festival expected to promote Hanoi tourism Commander of the Vietnam Coast Guard Region 1 Col. Tran Van Tho assigns tasks to Vietnamese officers joining the joint patrol. (Photo: qdnd.vn) Vietnam, China conducts joint patrol along demarcation line in Gulf of Tonkin Two vessels of the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) on April 25 departed from the northern port city of Hai Phong for a joint patrol mission with the China Coast Guard (CCG...

The 11th Vietnam-Republic of Korea (RoK) defense policy dialogue. Photo: VGP The eleventh Vietnam-Republic of Korea (RoK) defense policy dialogue was held in Hanoi on April 23, reviewing the results of the countries’ cooperation in the field, discussing issues of shared concerns, and mapping out directions for joint work in the future. Vietnamese Deputy Minister of National Defense Hoang Xuan Chien and his RoK counterpart Kim Seon Ho co-chaired the event. Expanding Cooperation Horizons At the dialogue, Hoang Xuan Chien stated that since Vietnam and South Korea upgraded their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership (December 2022), relations between the two nations have been continuously strengthened and developed in various fields, encompassing defense cooperation. He noted that with the support of their leaders, the countries’ defense cooperation has achieved tangible results in delegation exchanges, education and training, dialogue and consultation mech...

Vietnam is an attractive investment destination for foreign investors due to its high and stable economic growth, large domestic market and young, well-educated human resources, said Paulo Medas, head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) team to Vietnam at the recent Annual Meetings of the IMF and the World Bank Group (WB) held in the US. According to Medas, despite rising geopolitical instability globally, Vietnam’s economy experienced a growth rate of 5.66% in the first quarter of this year. Exports continue to see an upward trend, facilitating overall growth until the end of this year. He projected that Vietnam’s economic growth is predicted to expand by nearly 6% this year due to the recovery of domestic demand and supportive fiscal policies from the government. However, he noted that Vietnam needs to maintain a flexible fiscal policy to manage risks and ensure sustained growth. A production line at the Republic of Korea’s Bluecom Vina Co., Ltd, in the Trang Due Ind...

Every helicopter undergoes a thorough inspection before participating in the event. To mark the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory over French colonialists, several military branches, including the air force, will participate in the parade on May 7 at Dien Bien Provincial Stadium. A helicopter receives a rigorous inspection before being cleared for flight. The practice session must prioritize the safety of personnel, equipment, and weapons. The parade on May 7 will feature participation from all military and militia forces, including the air force. The Vietnamese revolutionary army launched its initial attack against the French colonialists’ heavily fortified base at Dien Bien Phu on March 13, 1954, initiating a historic 56-day campaign. The victory led directly to the signing of the Geneva Accords, ending the war and restoring peace in Indochina. The parade will be the highlight of several activities commemorati...