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Businesses supported to develop green practices
As part of efforts to advance sustainable business practices in Vietnam, in 2024, the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has leveraged resources from international organisations such as ESCAP, USAID, and UNDP to help businesses implement green, circular, and inclusive models.
Classifying solid waste at source mandatory from January
Domestic solid waste must be classified at each household from the beginning of this year, according to the Law on Environmental Protection 2020, which is considered a breakthrough step towards turning waste into resources.
Investments worth US$1.8 billion given green light in Bac Ninh
Eighteen domestic and foreign businesses with projects worth US$1.8 billion received investment registration certificates and investment approval decisions from the People's Committee of northern Bac Ninh province on January 2.
Undersea cable problems affect Vietnam’s Internet connections
Despite the full restoration of the Asia-Africa-Europe-1 (AAE-1) undersea cable, two other international undersea cables are still facing issues, which are affecting Vietnam’s internet connection speed and service quality to international destinations.
Vietnam listed among 12 most affordable honeymoon destinations in the world
VOV.VN - Renowned travel magazine Travel + Leisure has dedicated an entire article to honour 12 affordable honeymoon destinations from around the world that inspire romance without breaking the bank, with Vietnam ranking at fourth in the list.
Local players arrive in Thailand for ASEAN Cup Final second leg
VOV.VN - The Vietnamese national football team landed at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Thailand on January 3 ahead of their second leg match of the ASEAN Cup 2024 final against hosts Thailand.
An Giang border guard force seizes 22 kg of drugs smuggled from Cambodia
VOV.VN - Border guards operating in the southern province of An Giang said on January 3 that they had successfully busted a gang trafficking 22 kg of drugs from Cambodia into the nation.
Vietnam welcomes first meteor shower of 2025
VOV.VN -Local astronomy lovers will have the chance to enjoy the sight of the Quadrantids, the first major meteor shower of the year, as it reaches its peak between nightfall and dawn on January 4.
Hang Ma street decked out in red for Tet celebrations
VOV.VN - Situated in the heart of Hanoi, Hang Ma street has undergone a bright makeover as Tet, known locally as the Lunar New Year, the biggest and most important holiday of the year, is just around the corner.
Vietnam likely to achieve 8% GDP growth in 2025
VOV.VN - With positive domestic and global growth drivers, economic experts predict that Vietnam is likely to reach a GDP growth rate of 7.5% to 8% in the year ahead.