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A man and a woman organized a smash-and-grab robbery at a gold shop in Cam Ranh City, Khanh Hoa Province, located in south-central Vietnam, on Saturday afternoon, stealing some VND800 million (US$32,800) worth of jewelry pieces and cash. The break-in and heist happened at Kim Thoa Gold Shop on Hung Vuong Street in Ba Ngoi Ward in the city at 5:20 pm, said an official from the People’s Committee of the ward. The two rode a motorcycle to the shop, while it was crowded with buyers. The man used a gun to overpower a security guard in front of the store and then fired the gun into the air, frightening many people inside, while the masked woman wielded a hammer to smash jewelry display cases to grab the pieces. Jewelry display cases smashed in a robbery on September 23, 2023. Photo: Thanh Chuong / Tuoi Tre The two also stole cash from a safety box at the shop before quickly fleeing the scene. The heist was conducted in only one minute. The owner of the gold shop … [Read more...] about Jewelry worth over $32,800 stolen in smash-and-grab gold shop robbery in Vietnam

No matter how expensive it is, many Vietnamese families willingly pay for their children’s education in spite of their tight money situation. Vietnamese parents commonly seek the best education for their children while sacrificing their own needs, said Dr. Le Thi Mai Lien, head of the psychology faculty at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Social Sciences and Humanities. Cutting down on all expenditures but for children’s education As soon as her two children enter the new school year earlier this month, a 43-year-old woman named N.T.T., who resides in Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City, had to calculate her family’s expenditure to balance their spending and saving. After the COVID-19 pandemic, T. and her husband's total income decreased by more than VND20 million (approximately US$818) per month, so they have to tighten their belt to stabilize the investment in their children’s education. Years ago when their family was still financially solvent, they would frequently … [Read more...] about In Vietnam, parents spend big on children’s education despite economic woes

The Global Intentions Study 2023 surveys more than 40,000 consumers globally across 37 markets on their recent travel in the past 12 months and intention to travel in the next 12 months. The study fieldwork was conducted from April 2023 to June 2023. Vietnam, a country of vibrant landscapes and rich cultural heritage, has become a favoured destination for travellers from across the globe. As the world transitions into a new era of post-pandemic exploration, understanding the changing trends in the Vietnamese travel landscape is crucial for travellers and industry stakeholders. “For more than a decade, the Global Travel Intentions Study has equipped Visa and its partners, in Vietnam and worldwide, with unparalleled insights on the travel and payment landscape. This invaluable knowledge allows operators in the industry to plan and execute effective strategies to satisfy consumer demands and grow their businesses, and reinforces Visa’s commitment to creating a cashless … [Read more...] about Visa study shed lights on Vietnam travel trends

Keep updated on the latest news about Vietnam. Japan's Crown Prince Akishino speaks highly of Vietnam-Japan relations Japanese Crown Prince Akishino (2nd right), Crown Princess Kiko (3rd right), and Truong Thi Mai (4th right), chairwoman of the Vietnam-Japan Friendship Parliamentarians Group, visit a photo exhibition at the ceremony on September 21. Photo: VNA Japan's Crown Prince Akishino praised t he bilateral relations between Vietnam and Japan on September 21 - the day marking the 50th anniversary of establishing Vietnam-Japan diplomatic relations, hoping to contribute to strengthening the ties. Speaking at the celebration ceremony in Hanoi, the Crown Prince expressed pride in the 1,000-year friendship between the two nations and appreciated the affection felt by the peoples of the two countries towards each other. Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko are on a week-long visit starting September 20. They visited the Temple of … [Read more...] about Vietnam news in brief – September 22

The travel news site Reisereporter has just published an article that highlights some of the famous tourist destinations and landscapes in Vietnam, including Hanoi. In the article titled “Vietnam: You shouldn’t miss these sights”, www.reisereporter.de suggests tourists to visit some hidden "treasures" and undiscovered natural wonders in this wonderful country in the Southeast Asia region, in addition to popular tourist attractions. A Vietnamese girl in her charming ao dai (long dress) and non la (conical hat) walks through the Thang Long Imperial Citadel. Photo: Yeu Ha Noi According to Daniel Schramm, staff writer for www.reisereporter.de , Vietnam is a fascinating destination with a wide variety of sights and experiences. From historic cities like Hanoi and Hue to stunning natural landscapes like Halong Bay and Sapa to culinary adventures in street kitchens and markets, the country offers something for every taste. Vietnam's … [Read more...] about German press: Vietnam is a fascinating travel destination

This is the first year the CTO Summit Technology Leadership Conference has been organized at the annual AI event to honor enterprises with a technology-rich working environment. WD, Heineken, VNPT, FPT's representatives receive the award as the best technology environment enterprises at Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day 2023 on September 22, 2023. Photo by VnExpress/Quynh Tran Launched in mid-July, the award received more than 50 nominations and 17 were shortlisted for the next round. FPT FPT is one of the pioneering enterprises in technology and digital transformation in Vietnam. The company has representative offices in 29 countries and territories. The group has invested trillions of dong to create comfortable office complexes and offices with utility ecosystems to meet employees' demand for working, entertainment, studying, and accommodation. One of FPT's unique cultures is the core staff training program, which helps young talents enhance their skills … [Read more...] about 6 Vietnam companies with exemplary technology environments in 2023

Vietnam's national police are requested to conduct fire prevention inspection in types of high-density housing that are prone to fire and explosion. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered a general inspection of fire safety in all apartments, tenement buildings, high-density rental houses, private buildings and offices throughout Vietnam by November 15. The move follows a tragic fire at a tenement building in an alley on Khuong Ha Street in Hanoi's Thanh Xuan District on September 12. Officials confirmed that 56 people were killed and 37 others injured. Ten of the victims were children. Tenement building on Khuong Ha Street in Hanoi’s Thanh Xuan District caught fire on September 12 night. Photo: VGP PM Chinh said that the apartment building inferno was a "catastrophic incident". As a result, the head of government has ordered the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) to conduct fire safety inspections in high-density housing types that are prone to fire … [Read more...] about All apartments across Vietnam must be undergone fire safety inspection by mid-November: PM

"Our first iPhone 15 Pro Max was sold to a man who bought it as a gift for his wife-to-be," the store manager said. "He did not care about the price, only [wanted to be one of the first buyers] in Vietnam." He said the price was much higher than the retail price for the phone that arrived officially in Vietnam Friday night. Purchased earlier from Singapore for selling in Vietnam, the iPhone 15 Pro Max has a natural titanium color, the bestseller this year, he said. Le Hieu, manager of a phone store on Huynh Thuc Khang Street, Hanoi, said early Friday afternoon that the price of the phone would fluctuate greatly before the official sales began on Saturday. The titanium Pro Max costs VND48-50 million for the 256 GB version and VND53-55 million for the 512 GB version. Other colors are VND1-3 million cheaper. In Singapore it has a starting price of S$1,999 (US$ 1,463.5), but both Apple Stores and authorized dealers ran out of stock of the titanium version immediately after … [Read more...] about First iPhone 15 Pro Max sells for nearly $3,000 in Vietnam

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko paid a visit to Hoi An Ancient Town and the Japanese Culture Gallery in the central province of Quang Nam on Saturday afternoon, as part of their Vietnam trip, which is scheduled to wrap up on Monday next week. Akishino and Kiko were taking a stroll along some streets along the ancient town at 5:15 pm on the day, drawing the attention of locals and tourists. They also dropped by several shops on their way to learn about various local products. Japanese Crown Prince Akishino (C) and some officials from Quang Nam Province take a stroll along a street in Hoi An Ancient Town. Photo: Tan Luc / Tuoi Tre The Japanese royals enjoyed some cultural programs such as a performance of Origami, the ancient Japanese art of folding paper, and a Japanese tea ceremony at the Japanese Culture Gallery at 6 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, close to the town's iconic Cau(Bridge) Pagoda. After their sightseeing tour, they took part … [Read more...] about Japan’s crown prince visits Vietnam’s Hoi An

Recently, leading US businesses and corporations in the field of semiconductors assessed that Vietnam has potential and opportunities to develop the semiconductor industry ecosystem. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi - To maintain a high growth rate of exports, it was necessary to target new trends, including semiconductors, said experts. The scale of this market hit more than 600 billion USD last year, and is forecast to reach 1.4 trillion USD by 2029. Vietnam is a very open economy, with total import-export turnover reaching 200 per cent of GDP, making the economy vulnerable to external fluctuations, said experts. Economic expert Nguyen Dinh Cung, former director of the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) told Doanh Nhan Viet Nam (Vietnamese Businessman) online magazine that Vietnam’s economy was very open and was becoming more and more open. Therefore, the economy was susceptible to even external factors. Finding a solution to this problem, experts say that to avoid … [Read more...] about Semiconductors a future key industry of Vietnam