Hoi An - Best destination for September vacation
Hoi An ancient town in the central province of Quang Nam was recently praised by Australia's travel site Escape as one of the 13 best destinations for a September vacation.
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From plains to high mountains or to the sea - Hanoi, Kim Boi (Hoa Binh), Sapa (Lao Cai) and Ha Long (Quang Ninh), the seasonal change from summer to autumn is the best time to explore destinations in Northern Vietnam.
Hoi An ranks among world's top four destinations
The US travel magazine Travel+Leisure has unveiled its World’s Best Awards 2024, listing the top 25 global destinations as voted by its readers. Hoi An city in Quang Nam Province has achieved a notable fourth place with an impressive score of 90.67.
Hoi An, best value destinations of 2024
The ancient town of Hoi An has been named at No 1 place in the Top Best-Value Destination in the World in 2024 by The Post Office UK.
Vietnam’s tourism triumph: HCM City, Hanoi, Quang Ninh lead the way
For consecutive years, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and the northern province of Quang Ninh have dominated Vietnam's tourism landscape, thanks to innovative marketing strategies and unique tourism offerings.
Hanoi tourism shines in 2024
From vibrant traditional festivals and unique cultural destinations to large-scale international events, Hanoi—a city of a thousand-year civilization—wins the hearts of both domestic and international visitors in 2024.
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Hanoi hosts “Vietnamese New Year - Street Festival” to celebrate the Year of the Snake
The Hanoi Old Quarter will be vibrant with traditional cultural colours during the event entitled “Tet Viet - Tet Pho” (Vietnamese New Year - Street Festival) programme, organised by the Hoan Kiem Lake and Old Quarter Management Board (Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi). The event, held annually as the Lunar New Year approaches, attracts a large number of both domestic and international tourists.
Vietnam meets five criteria to build regional and int’l financial hubs
Vietnam possesses all five essential factors and conditions necessary to develop a modern financial market, paving the way for the establishment of a regional and international financial hubs.
Industry and trade sector targets industrial production growth of 9-10%
The year 2025 holds special significance as it marks the final year of the 2021-2025 five-year socio-economic development plan. Following the directives of the Government and the Prime Minister, which aim to achieve a high GDP growth rate of 8% in 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has proactively reviewed and raised growth targets in the industrial and trade sectors, setting specific key goals.
2024: Eight commodities with export values over 10 billion USD
In 2024, eight Vietnamese commodities achieved export values exceeding 10 billion USD, contributing to over 69% of the country's total export turnover.
Strong Vietnam – Switzerland cooperation
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation attended the 55th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, and conducted bilateral activities in Switzerland on January 21-22. Over more than half a century, Vietnam-Switzerland relations have flourished across various fields.
Three cars serving President Ho Chi Minh recognized as national treasures
A ceremony was held on January 19, 2025, at the Ho Chi Minh Relic Site in the Presidential Palace to announce Decision No. 1712 by the Prime Minister dated December 31, 2024, to officially recognize three cars used by President Ho Chi Minh from 1954 to 1969 as national treasures.
55th annual meeting of World Economic Forum
At the invitation of Klaus Schwab, founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, accompanied by his spouse and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, will attend the 55th annual WEF meeting in Davos, Switzerland, and conduct bilateral activities in Switzerland on January 21-22. The 55th WEF meeting, themed “Collaboration in the Intelligent Age," will run from January 20-24.
Lunar New Year 2025: Int'l searches for hotels in Vietnam up by 139%
The Lunar New Year 2025 tourism season has seen exceptional growth. Accommodation searches from international tourists for Vietnam have surged by 139%.
Vietnam - Czech Republic traditional friendship
At the invitation of Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh pays an official visit to the Czech Republic from January 18 to 20, 2025. The visit coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the Czech Republic (February 2, 1950 – February 2, 2025). Building on the foundation of 75 years of diplomatic ties, the visit is expected to serve as a catalyst for elevating the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and the Czech Republic.
2024: Vietnam's outbound investment rises by 57.7%
In 2024, Vietnamese investors launched 164 new projects and made 26 capital adjustments abroad. Vietnam’s total oversea
investment reached nearly 665 million USD, up 57.7% compared to 2023.
Newly-established and operation-resumed businesses in 2024 increase by 7.1%
In 2024, Vietnam saw over 157,200 newly registered businesses and nearly 76,200 businesses resuming operation, bringing the total number of new and revived businesses to over 233,400, a 7.1% increase compared to 2023.
Vietnam-Poland traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation are paying an official visit to Poland from January 16 to 18, 2025, at the invitation of Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Donald Tusk.
Proposed Government structure for 15th tenure
Based on the continued restructuring and streamlining of the organisational apparatus of the ministries and agencies under Resolution 18 by the Politburo, the Government structure for the 15th tenure (2021-2026) is expected to consist of 14 ministries and 3 ministerial-level agencies, a reduction of five entities.
2024: Rice exports hit record highs in volume and value
In 2024, Vietnam's rice exports set new records in both volume and value, solidifying the country's position as one of the world's top three rice exporters. Export volume reached an unprecedented 9 million tonnes, generating nearly 5.8 billion USD in revenue.
Foreign visitors to Vietnam up over 39%
In 2024, Vietnam welcomed nearly 17.6 million international visitors, marking a 39.5% increase compared to the previous year. The figure is equivalent to 97.6% of the total in 2019, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Agro-forestry-fishery exports hit record 62.4 billion USD
Vietnam continues to solidify its position as one of the world's leading exporters of agro-forestry-fishery products, achieving an export turnover of 62.4 billion USD in 2024, an 18.5% increase compared to 2023.
2024: Key economic balances remain stable, trade reaches new heights
In 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade successfully achieved and exceeded all targets and tasks, delivering exceptional results across all areas.
2024 trade value sets record of nearly 800 billion USD
In 2024, Vietnam's trade revenue reached 786.29 billion USD, a 15.4% increase compared to 2023. Of this, exports rose by 14.3%, and imports grew by 16.7%. The trade balance recorded a surplus of 24.77 billion USD.
FDI disbursement in Vietnam in 2024 hits record high
By the end of 2024, the disbursed FDI capital in Vietnam is estimated to reach approximately 25.35 billion USD, up 9.4% compared to 2023, marking the highest disbursement level ever recorded. Total newly registered capital, additional capital adjustments, and foreign investors' capital contributions and share purchases are estimated at nearly 38.23 billion USD.
Great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos
At the invitation of Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh along with a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese Government, visit Laos and co-chair the 47th Meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee on January 9-10, 2025.
