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Workers offered 100 billion VND to shop for Tet online
The Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL) has decided to spend 100 billion VND (3.9 million USD) to provide its members with vouchers to shop on an designated online platform ahead of the Lunar New Year (Tet).
More high-income job opportunities opened for Vietnamese workers
The Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) has expanded a number of overseas markets in Australia and Europe this year to send guest labourers, with the positions providing good income and working conditions.
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Hang Luoc Flower Market – A preserve of traditional beauty
Hang Luoc Flower Market, is the oldest flower market in Hanoi and a vivid representation of the city’s rich cultural heritage. The market opens only once a year, from the 23rd to the 30th of the 12th lunar month, with the days leading up to the Lunar New Year bringing a bustling, vibrant atmosphere.
PM pays Tet visit to Thanh Hoa
PM Pham Minh Chinh expressed his confidence that the Party organisation, administration, whole political system, armed forces and people of Thanh Hoa will promote solidarity and take drastic actions to fulfill the tasks for 2025 with results better than last year's.
Vietnam urged to embrace alternatives to plastics for sustainable future
A research group from the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment, under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, is raising urgent concerns about Vietnam’s escalating plastic waste crisis, and advocating for a pivotal shift toward sustainable alternatives.
PM orders settlement of realty manipulation, speculation
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed an official dispatch ordering ministries, sectors, and localities to strengthen oversight and address real estate market manipulation and speculation.
UN Secretary-General sends 2025 Lunar New Year greetings
On January 25, 2025, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres sent a message of celebration to member countries and people around the world in honour of the Lunar New Year, marking the beginning of the Year of the Snake.
Prime Minister receives Chinese Ambassador
Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam He Wei affirmed that the Communist Party of China and the Chinese Government attach great importance to relations with Vietnam, always considering it a priority in China's neighbourhood diplomacy.
Vietnam, UNDP strengthen coastal resilience to climate change
Over 25,000 residents in seven coastal provinces of Vietnam now benefit from storm- and flood-resistant homes, thanks to a climate resilience project running from 2017 to 2024.
Programme supports businesses in practicing ESG
A programme has been launched in Ho Chi Minh City to support businesses in Vietnam in measuring and implementing comprehensive ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) practices in human resources management to improve their competitive edge in the global supply chain.
Special year-end meal in Truong Sa
As the sacred moment of transitioning from the old year to the new approaches, families across the country gather around the year-end meal. However, on the remote islands, soldiers continue to take turns patrolling and guarding. To ensure that these soldiers can also enjoy the New Year’s festivities, Sinh Ton island in Truong Sa district has organised special year-end meals for the troops.
Smooth travel for people heading home for Lunar New Year
As the year draws to a close, especially in the lead-up to the Lunar New Year holiday, traffic density in Hanoi spikes significantly, particularly on major routes leading in and out of the capital. Bus stations also see a surge in activity as people return to their hometowns to celebrate Tet.
13th Party Central Committee convenes meeting in Hanoi
The 13th Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam convened a meeting in Hanoi on January 23, under the chair of General Secretary To Lam.
Vibrant calligraphy marks 2025 Tet at Temple of Literature
The Spring Calligraphy Festival 2025 opened at Hanoi’s Temple of Literature on January 23, welcoming the Lunar New Year with vibrant displays of calligraphy, traditional art, and cultural heritage.
13th Party Central Committee wraps up meeting
The 13th Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam wrapped up its two-day meeting in Hanoi on January 24.
Vietnam’s export to Philippines tops 6 billion USD for first time
Vietnam’s trade with the Philippines has reached an impressive milestone, with turnover exceeding 8.6 billion USD in 2024, up 11% year-on-year, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Agency of Foreign Trade.
Hanoi Metro ready for peak Tet travel
Hanoi Metro has prepared to meet increased travel demand during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday and other major events by ensuring safe and seamless operations.
Vietnamese shoppers spend over 8.5 million USD on ao dai for Tet in one month
Metric, an e-commerce data analytics platform, has released its business report on Tet 2025 ao dai sales. Online platforms, including Shopee and TikTok Shop, generated sales of approximately 8.51 million USD within a one-month period from December 20, 2024, to January 19, 2025.
13th Party Central Committee convenes meeting in Hanoi
The 13th Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam convened a meeting in Hanoi on January 23, under the chair of General Secretary To Lam.
Overseas Vietnamese contribute to national development
In recent years, the bond between the Overseas Vietnamese (OV) community and the homeland has grown stronger. Events like the annual Homeland Spring, OVs' visits to Truong Sa (Spratly) Islands or the Vietnam summer camp brought together Vietnamese from across the globe, showcasing their love and hopes for the country's progress.
PM meets WEF Executive Chairman in Davos
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, on the sidelines of the 55th WEF Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on January 22 morning (local time).
State leader hails mobile police force for strong performance
State President Luong Cuong paid a pre-Tet visit to the Mobile Police Command under the Ministry of Public Security in Hanoi on January 22, during which he praised the force for its excellent performance in 2024 and great contributions to the country’s achievements amid difficulties and challenges.
