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President hosts Lao Deputy PM and Minister of Foreign Affairs

President Vo Van Thuong hosted a reception in Hanoi on November 22 for Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Laos Saleumxay Kommasith, who is in Vietnam to co-chair the 10th Vietnam-Laos foreign ministerial-level consultation.

Indian rescuers in final stretch to free 41 trapped workers

Indian rescuers have drilled three-quarters of the way through debris towards 41 workers trapped in a collapsed road tunnel for the past 11 days, officials said Wednesday, raising hopes of a breakthrough with diggers in the final stretch.

Dong Nai prepares to upgrade Bien Hoa airport

The southern province of Dong Nai plans to upgrade Bien Hoa Military Airport for civilian flights.

Vietnam, Denmark agree to soon implement green strategic partnership

Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen held talks in Copenhagen on November 21, during which they agreed on the need to soon carry out the joint statement on establishing the green

Taxi driver suspended following row with tourist over littering

Vinasun Taxi Company have suspended a driver following an argument with a tourist.

New home for four trafficked wallabies in Lao Cai

Four wallabies trafficked into Vietnam have adapted to their new home in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai.

Northern localities struggle severe air pollution

Many northern localities in Vietnam are experiencing serious air pollution, posing health risks.

Dollar devalues against đồng, dropping below VNĐ24,000 threshold

The State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate of the Vietnamese đồng against the US dollar has cooled down and dropped below the VNĐ24,000 mark in the context of a decline of the dollar index in the international market.

Markets dip as Fed minutes suggest rates to stay higher for longer

Asian markets drifted Wednesday as traders tracked a tepid lead from Wall Street following meeting minutes showing Federal Reserve officials were inclined to keep interest rates elevated for "some time" in order to slay inflation.

First eye tumor unit for children established in Vietnam

An Eye Tumor Unit for Children, the first of its kind in Vietnam, has been established at the Central Eye Hospital in Hanoi.

Man kills three in HCM City fire

Police in HCM City have arrested a man for killing three people in a District 8 fire.

2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier: Iraq beat Vietnam 1-0 in injury time

Muhammad Ali’s only goal in injury time helped Iraq stun Vietnam 1-0 in a Group F match of the second qualification round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Hanoi’s My DInh National Stadium on November 21 evening.

Party leader’s book on Vietnam’s diplomacy launched

A book of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on the building and development of Vietnam’s diplomacy deeply imbued with the characteristics of “Vietnamese bamboo” made debut at a ceremony held in Hanoi on November 21.

Government proposes continued VAT cut in 2024 to stimulate consumption

The Government has requested that the NA extend the value added tax cut on a selected number of product and service lines next year in an attempt to support business operations and fuel further market consumption amid economic difficulties.

Indian workers trapped in tunnel for 10 days seen on camera

Forty-one Indian workers trapped in a collapsed road tunnel for 10 days were seen alive on camera Tuesday for the first time, looking exhausted and anxious, as rescuers attempted to create new passageways to free them.

Vietnam improves global ranking in English proficiency

Vietnam has improved its global ranking in English proficiency, ranking 58th out of 113 non-native English-speaking countries, according to the EF English Proficiency Index by Education First.

Over 100 foreign beauties to vie for Miss Earth 2023 title in Vietnam

More than 100 beauties from across the world are set to arrive in Vietnam for the upcoming Miss Earth 2023 pageant which will be held in Ho Chi Minh City this December.

Tourist in Da Lat fined for illegally setting off fireworks

Authorities of Da Lat City in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong have fined a tourist for illegally setting off fireworks.

Westlife members arrive in Vietnam

Westlife were warmly welcomed by Vietnamese fans after arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in HCM City on Monday evening.

Asian markets extend US rally as rates confidence grows

Asian investors on Tuesday built on a Wall Street rally as analysts said a strong US Treasury auction indicated confidence on trading floors that the Federal Reserve is finished hiking interest rates.

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