'Com hen' is no longer the preserve of the poor people in Central Vietnam, but the favorite of Hue locals and tourists, thanks to its deliciousness and simplicity.

Trying to attract more audiences, experimenting with new plays and genres, applying many creations in technology and arts in plays, and engaging with foreign theatres, are among orientations that Vietnamese theatrical units implemented in 2016. 

Investors around the world have ranked Vietnam third in the list of the best countries the world should invest in, leading to the inflow of international venture funds. 

According to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) in 2016 Vietnam’s shrimp exports revenue reached US$3.1 billion, a year-on-year increase of nearly 4%. 

Whenever it comes to Vietnamese meatballs, people usually think of the so-called sour meatballs in Thanh Hoa or the tasty fried meatballs on Hang Bong Street in Hanoi.

In 2016, the National Target Programme on Sustainable Poverty Reduction during 2016-2020 had lots of new content, requiring a new approach in poverty alleviation work.

Building a government of integrity for the sake of the people and enterprises is a message constantly reiterated by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.

The entertainment industry in the year 2016 offered the masses a wide selection with an increasing number of cultural activities, arts programmes, and reality television shows, contributing to satisfying the increasing demand for entertainment of people. 

The Hanoi walking street model, which was piloted since the beginning of September this year, has created a new space for cultural activities and entertainment for both locals and international visitors to the capital city.

Textiles are often regarded as one of Vietnam’s key export sectors with an average annual growth rate of 15% during 2010-2015.