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The Vietnam People's Army (VPA) will celebrate its 80th founding anniversary on December 22, 2024, a milestone in the army's glorious history of serving and defending the nation.
Vietnam People's Army – Core force in national liberation cause
Over 80 years of combat and development, the Vietnam People's Army has steadily strengthened, becoming the cornerstone of the nation's people defence and people's war strategy. It has played a pivotal role in the national liberation struggle and the cause of national construction and defence at present.
Film week marks 80th anniversary of Vietnam People’s Army
A Film Week marking the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam People’s Army is taking place from now until December 13 in Cao Bang Province and from December 19 to 25 nationwide.
Exploring new Vietnam Military History Museum
Built by the Ministry of National Defence since 2019, the new Vietnam Military History Museum on Thang Long Boulevard, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi, will replace the old facility on Dien Bien Phu Street, which closed on September 30, 2024.
Insight into to-be-opened Vietnam Military History Museum
The first phase of the Vietnam Military History Museum is nearing completion and scheduled to be open to the public in late 2024.
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Overview of Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership
On December 15, 2024, the United Kingdom became the first European nation to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), officially becoming the trade bloc's 12th member.
Hanoi allocates over 567 billion VND for gifts to policy beneficiaries for Tet
The Hanoi People’s Committee has issued Plan No. 347/KH-UBND outlining gift-giving plans for policy beneficiaries. These include people with meritorious services, retirees, those receiving monthly incapacity allowances, poor and near-poor households, social protection beneficiaries, the elderly, and public employees and workers facing especially difficult circumstances. The initiative is set to take place on the occasion of the upcoming Lunar New Year.
30 years of Ha Long Bay’s recognition as World Natural Heritage
Ha Long Bay, a breathtaking gem of Vietnam, was recognised as a World Natural Heritage site three decades ago, on December 17, 1994. This 30-year milestone not only marks a moment of pride for Vietnam but also underscores the immense responsibility that comes with safeguarding such a natural treasure.
Total FDI registered in Vietnam hits 31.4 billion USD in January-November
As of November 30, 2024, the total newly registered capital, adjusted capital, and capital contributions or share purchases by foreign investors in Vietnam reached nearly 31.4 billion USD, up 1% increase compared to the same period last year.
First 11 months of 2024: Import-export turnover increases 15.4%
In the first 11 months of this year, Vietnam’s total import-export turnover reached 715.55 billion USD, up 15.4% against the same period last year, of which exports rose by 14.4% and imports up 16.4%. In the reviewed period, Vietnam enjoyed a trade surplus of 24.31 billion USD.
11-month agro-forestry-fishery exports exceed yearly target
Vietnam’s total export turnover of agro-forestry-fishery products in the first 11 months of 2024 reached 56.74 billion USD, an increase of 19% over the same period in 2023. The sector has exceeded the set target of 54-55 billion USD for the whole year, and is confidently aiming for a new record of 60 billion USD.
Seven commodities with export value of over 10 billion USD
Seven commodities of Vietnam posted an export value of over 10 billion USD in the first 11 months of this year, accounting for over 66.5% of the country's total export turnover.
Hanoi achieves or exceeds 23/24 socio-economic targets for 2024
Hanoi achieves rather comprehensive results in its socio-economic development in 2024, with 23/24 targets completed or exceeded.
Quang Trach – Pho Noi 500kV circuit-3 power transmission line: Miracle in infrastructure development
Quang Trach – Pho Noi 500kV circuit-3 power transmission line is a key project with a total investment of nearly 880 million USD. Spanning 9 provinces, the 519-km power transmission line plays an important role in enhancing the operational stability for the electricity supply system in the north in 2024 and following years, contributing to ensuring the national energy security.
Foreign tourists to Vietnam up 41% in January-November
In the first 11 months of 2024, Vietnam welcomed more than 15.8 million international visitors, up 41% over the same period last year. Visitors by continent included: Asia (12.61 million), Europe (1.78 million), and America (0.91 million), among others.
Vietnam hosts int’l conference on rural tourism for the first time
An international conference on rural tourism is taking place in Hoi An ancient town in the central province of Quang Nam on December 9-11.
Vietnam honoured as “World's Leading Heritage Destination” for 5th time
With its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural diversity, Vietnam was named the “World’s Leading Heritage Destination” for the fifth time at the 2024 World Travel Awards. The awards ceremony took place on the evening of November 24, in Portugal.
VAT cut by 2% to continue from January to June 2025
The 15th National Assembly approved an extension of the 2% value-added tax (VAT) reduction. The reduction applies to specific goods and services listed in Point a, Section 1.1, Clause 1, Article 3 of Resolution No. 43 on fiscal and monetary policies to support the Socio-Economic Recovery and Development Programme. The extended policy will be effective from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025.
Ha Long Bay marks 30 years as UNESCO World Heritage site
30 years ago, on December 17, 1994, Ha Long Bay was officially recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site for the first time during an event in Thailand. This milestone marked the beginning of a journey towards numerous prestigious accolades for Ha Long Bay, including recognition for its geological and geomorphological value, designation as a National Special Monument, its place among the New 7 Wonders of Nature, among others.
16 intangible cultural heritage elements recognised by UNESCO
The Ba Chua Xu (Holy Mother of the Realm) Festival at Sam mountain in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang was officially recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity at the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Paraguay on December 4. With this recognition, the festival has become the 16th intangible cultural heritage element of Vietnam recognised by UNESCO.
25 years of Hoi An as UNESCO world cultural heritage site
Hoi An ancient town in the central coastal province of Quang Nam was recognised as a UNESCO world cultural heritage site on December 4, 1999. Over the past 25 years, the local government and residents of Hoi An not only have preserved this living museum of architecture and urban lifestyle, but also effectively leveraged these values for sustainable preservation and development of the heritage.
Vietnam-Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World
National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his spouse are paying an official visit to Japan from December 3-7. The visit is expected to promote the two countries' legislative ties in a practical and sustainable manner, thus concretising the comprehensive strategic partnership across spheres.
Streamlining political system's organisational apparatus
Party General Secretary To Lam has urged Party committees, Party organisations, agencies, units, and sectors at all levels to demonstrate the highest political determination in streamlining the political system's organisational apparatus.
Vietnam-Singapore Strategic Partnership
The official visit to Singapore by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his spouse aims to further deepen the strategic partnership between Vietnam and Singapore.
Government member for 2021-2026 term
The 2021-2026 government term was recently consolidated after the 8th session of the 15th National Assembly. It consists of 27 members, including the Prime Minister, five Deputy Prime Ministers, and 21 ministers and heads of ministerial-level agencies.
