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Language, culture strengthen Vietnam - RoK ties

Seoul, Aug. 8 -- Language and culture are factors of "soft power" that help deepen understanding and connection between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK), according to Professor Lee Jai Hee, Pre... Read More


Optimism rises for Thailand's economy after US tariff cut

Bangkok, Aug. 8 -- Thailand's private sector has lifted its 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.8-2.2%, up from the previous 1.5-2.0%, following the US decision to reduce import tariffs on Thai goods from 3... Read More


Whale frequents Nha Trang bay, authorities strengthen protection measures

Khanh Hoa, Aug. 8 -- A large whale was spotted on August 7 near Hon Mun island in Nha Trang bay, the south-central province of Khanh Hoa, drawing crowds of tourists and locals. This marks the third t... Read More


VinEnergo launches rooftop solar, battery storage projects in Ha Tinh

Hanoi, Aug. 8 -- The VinEnergo Energy Joint Stock Company has signed memoranda of understanding to install rooftop solar power systems integrated with battery energy storage systems (BESS) with the Vi... Read More


Hungarian NA Deputy Speaker hails ASEAN's role, backs stronger ties

Hanoi, Aug. 8 -- Deputy Speaker of the Hungarian National Assembly Istvan Jakab has extended congratulations to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on its remarkable achievements over n... Read More


HCM City holds ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony marking 30 years of Vietnam's membership

HCM City, Aug. 8 -- An ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony was held in Ho Chi Minh City on August 8 to mark the bloc's 58th founding anniversary (August 8, 1967 - 2025) and the 30th anniversary of Vietnam's ... Read More


Thai prosecutors indict 23 over deadly building collapse

Bangkok, Aug. 8 -- Prosecutors in Thailand have formally indicted 23 individuals and legal entities on charges related to the collapse of a Bangkok office building in an earthquake in Myanmar in March... Read More


Banks, fintech players strengthen presence in ASEAN

Kuala Lumpur, Aug. 8 -- Financial institutions and financial technology (fintech) players are intensifying their focus on expanding across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), adopting ... Read More


Vietnam affirms commitment to nuclear non-proliferation efforts

Vienna, Aug. 8 -- Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations and other international organisations in Vienna, has underscored Vietnam's commitment to advanc... Read More


SBV lifts 2025 credit growth target to support economic recovery

Hanoi, Aug. 8 -- The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has raised the 2025 credit growth target for credit institutions and pressed ahead with lending rate cuts, in a move aimed at boosting capital flows in... Read More