Featured Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta (GMT+7) Oldest Latest Has news updated 90'+3 Game over Vietnam lost 0-4 to Iran and will have to play a crucial match against Saudi Arabia in the final game of group B. 90'+2 4-0 After consecutive corners from Iran, Aria Barzegar scored from a header to make it 4-0. 90' Keeper Van Chuan saved a great header from an Iran attacker. The game has three additional minutes. 87' Vietnam are still unable to break Iran's defense, as they are inferior in strength and pace. 80' Nguyen Dinh Bac tried his luck with a long-distance shot but caused no trouble for keeper Hosseini. 70' With a safe three-goal lead, Iran played slower but could still create dangerous chances. Meanwhile, Vietnam still struggled with their attacks. 69' Another substitution for Vietnam, with Nguyen … [Read more...] about Vietnam suffer 0-4 defeat against Iran in Asian Games football
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Elevation of relations with Vietnam helps promote US partnership with ASEAN: Diplomat
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and US President Joe Biden at a joint press conference in Hanoi on September 10. (Photo: VNA) Jakarta (VNA) – The Vietnam visit by President Joe Biden is an historic event and the upgrading of the Vietnam-US relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership is very meaningful, stated US Ambassador to ASEAN Yohannes Abraham. In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency, the US diplomat said that the elevation of the US-Vietnam relationship to the highest level of Vietnam's diplomatic relationship shows the already strong, growing and enduring ties between the US and Vietnam. This is the foundation for a sustainable and win-win partnership with shared opportunities and joint efforts in coping with global challenges in the future, he said. Regarding the potential of cooperation between the US and Vietnam in the coming time, the ambassador said that leaders of the two sides have outlined a broad range of fields where the … [Read more...] about Elevation of relations with Vietnam helps promote US partnership with ASEAN: Diplomat
AkzoNobel awarded certificate for paint product
Interpon powder coating is one of AkzoNobel 's key product lines, designed for high coverage, safeguarding buildings, residential projects, and global landmarks. The product was developed to facilitate surplus paint reuse, thereby reducing both costs and carbon emissions to the environment. Exceeding rigorous criteria, adhering to strict evaluation and testing procedures lasting up to 4,000 hours (equivalent to nearly six months), Eurowindow is among the few businesses in Vietnam certified for utilising the Interpon D3020 electrostatic powder paint line, with a warranty period up to 30 years. As a paint and coatings company that emphasises minimising negative environmental impacts during product development, AkzoNobel focuses on collaborating with partners who share the same sustainability criteria and commitments. AkzoNobel highly values the cooperation with Eurowindow, contributing not only to the modernisation of numerous projects in Vietnam, but as two companies share … [Read more...] about AkzoNobel awarded certificate for paint product
PM meets US Treasury Secretary, leaders of economic groups
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen . (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in New York on September 20 (local time) to discuss cooperation between Vietnam and the US in economy and finance, and to share views on other issues of shared concern. The meeting took place as part of the Vietnamese leader’s trip to the US for the high-level week of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, and bilateral activities in the country. Chinh affirmed that Vietnam considers the US a leading important partner, and stands ready to work together with the country to promote the bilateral relationship intensively, extensively, stably, and practically. Vietnam also regards cooperation in economy, finance, trade and investment as a priority of the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership, and highly valued substantive contributions by Yellen and the US Department of the … [Read more...] about PM meets US Treasury Secretary, leaders of economic groups
Vietjet offers 0 VND tickets during Mid-Autumn Festival
Vietjet aircraft (Photo courtesy of Vietjet) HCM City (VNA) - During this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival , Vietjet flights are full of joy with reunion and endless love for passengers. Many 0 VND tickets, excluding taxes and fees, will be available from September 22-29, 2023 on the website www.vietjetair.com and Vietjet Air mobile app will bring you to explore Mid-Autumn Festival across Asia, and receive surprised gifts from Vietjet at the height of 10,000 meters. Accordingly, Vietjet offers promotion tickets from only 0 VND (excluding taxes and fees) throughout the golden week from September 22-29 on the website www.vietjetair.com and Vietjet Air mobile app, applying to all domestic and international flights with flexible flight schedule from October 9, 2023 to October 31, 2024. To receive the Mid-Autumn Festival 2023 promotion, let’s book the tickets to enjoy the stunning scenery throughout Vietnam , Australia, India, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Hong Kong (China), … [Read more...] about Vietjet offers 0 VND tickets during Mid-Autumn Festival
Thailand to borrow over 66 billion USD for fiscal year 2024
Illustrative image (Photo: www.investing.com) Hanoi (VNA) - The Thai government plans to borrow about 2.4 trillion THB (nearly 66.65 billion USD) for the 2024 fiscal year starting October 1, up about 9% from the current year, according to market sources briefed by the Ministry of Finance. More than 700 billion THB of the total will be fresh borrow ing to finance the budget deficit, and about 1.7 trillion THB will be earmarked for refinancing and restructuring existing debts . About half of the funding sought will be raised through government bond sales, while the rest will be financed via treasury bills, savings bonds, bond switches and promissory notes. The government plans to sell up to 272 billion THB of government bonds in the last quarter of this year. The new cabinet of Thailand approved higher budget spending of 3.48 trillion THB for fiscal year 2024, along with a larger budget deficit of 693 billion THB, to revive the economy. According to Thai … [Read more...] about Thailand to borrow over 66 billion USD for fiscal year 2024
Vietnamese PM meets global leaders in New York
PM Pham Minh Chinh (R) meets with First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel in New York on September 20. (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with global leaders in New York on September 20 afternoon (local time), on the sidelines of the high-level week of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly . Talking to First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of Cuba Miguel Diaz-Canel, PM Chinh affirmed that the Party, State, Government, National Assembly, and people of Vietnam never forget Cuba’s wholehearted assistance for Vietnam’s struggle for national liberation, always treasure and stay determined to further intensify the traditional solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries, and support the just revolutionary cause of the Cuban people. He underlined Vietnam’s consistent stance of not supporting but demanding the unilateral sanctions against Cuba … [Read more...] about Vietnamese PM meets global leaders in New York
Major US companies, including SpaceX, aim to expand investment in Vietnam
Some top international and U.S. firms such as SpaceX, the Coca-Cola Company, and Pacifico Energy are planning to expand their operations in Vietnam, heard the receptions hosted by Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh for these firms’ leaders in New York City on Wednesday (local time). During these receptions, part of the top Vietnamese official’s ongoing trip to the United States, PM Chinh underlined that Vietnam prioritizes science, technology, innovation, green, digital and circular economic, and research projects. He affirmed that the Vietnamese government always creates favorable conditions for international firms to do business in Vietnam effectively. Speaking at the meeting with the prime minister, Tim Hughes, senior vice president for global business and government affairs at SpaceX, a U.S. aerospace company, run by South African-American billionaire Elon Musk, said that the group highly values Vietnam’s potential for development. Hughes revealed that SpaceX aims … [Read more...] about Major US companies, including SpaceX, aim to expand investment in Vietnam
Amended Capital Law: perfecting rules to boost Capital Region development
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is vital to the Capital Region's sustainable development. As the draft of the amended Capital Law covers the development of the capital region, experts have written to The Hanoi Times to contribute to the early finalization of the draft. Assoc. Prof. Dr. To Van Hoa, Vice Rector of Hanoi Law University: T he Capital Region as a sustainable foundation for the capital and surrounding areas The Capital Region is what Hanoi aspires to grow into. The development of the Capital Region must facilitate the sustainable growth of the surrounding areas. The Thang Long Boulevard connects Hanoi with the provinces in the west and northwest. Photo: Pham Hung/The Hanoi Times The establishment of the capital region must attract the interest of neighboring provinces and cities, and the draft law must show them their potential benefits in participating in the socio-economic growth of the capital region. The draft of the … [Read more...] about Amended Capital Law: perfecting rules to boost Capital Region development
Vietnamese firms seek to boost trade ties with businesses in Thailand’s Northeastern region
As part of the national program on trade promotion, the event was jointly organized by the Vietnamese Consulate General in Khon Kaen, the Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Center of the Central province of Quang Tri, and the authorities of Khon Kaen and Ubon Ratchathani provinces. Vietnamese Consul General Chu Duc Dung stressed that there remains great potential for Vietnamese goods to penetrate the Thai market because this country is home to a large community of overseas Vietnamese, with many of whom own supermarkets, distribution and supply stores. He affirmed that the Consulate General is always ready to accompany Vietnamese and Thai businesses in promoting trade cooperation in the spirit of harmonizing benefits, contributing to promoting stable development in both nations. Tran Phi Tuong, Deputy Director of the Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Center of Quang Tri province, Head of the Vietnamese delegation, said that businesses joining the delegation want to … [Read more...] about Vietnamese firms seek to boost trade ties with businesses in Thailand’s Northeastern region