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Quang Ninh's tourism revenue reaches $2.1bln in 9M
The northern city estimated to welcome 18.8 million visitors in the first nine months of 2026.
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Vietnam and the United Nations mark next phase of cooperation with new country program documents
Vietnam and the United Nations marked the next phase of their longstanding partnership, with the formal handover of the 2027-2031 Country Program Documents (CPDs) for Vietnam by the UN Development Program (UNDP), UN Population Fund (UNFPA), and UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) alongside Vietnam’s extension of the rent-free provision of the Green One UN House in Hanoi for a total of 20 years
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Road to ozone layer recovery
Vietnam joined the world in successfully curbing ozone-depleting substances over the last few decades, and while the task continues the experience gained is invaluable.
Proposal to abolish 18 administrative procedures in the IP sector
Deputy Minister of Science and Technoloy Hoang Minh said the proposed amendments would abolish 18 administrative procedures and reduce five business conditions, making it easier for individuals and businesses to register, establish and exercise intellectual property rights.
Vietnam urges faster rollout of self-consumption solar rooftop power
The move aiming to help ensure national power supply security and develop rooftop solar power.
Hai Phong accelerates land valuation for 42 projects, expected to collect $545 mln
As planned, in the last six months of 2026, authorities and localities of the northern port city are tasked with determining land prices for 42 projects (39 land allocation projects and 3 land auction projects), with total expected revenue from land-use fees amounting to nearly $545 milion.
HCMC to invest $123 mln in new bridge connecting Tay Ninh
The project will be implemented during 2026–2029. The southern city expects to approve the investment policy, organize an architectural design competition, conduct surveys, and prepare a feasibility study report in 2026.
Hue unveils wellness tourism ecosystem integrating healthcare, heritage, and retreat
By bridging healthcare, hospitality, and imperial heritage, a new collaborative ecosystem in Hue aims to deliver high-quality wellness experiences and extend stays for domestic and international travelers.
Smarter selling
Customer attraction and retention, getting the best out of AI, and navigating a more stringent regulatory environment count among the key factors driving a changeable e-commerce space.