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Foreign investors hold off on decisions until new US tariffs finalised

Hanoi, July 24 -- The shift in foreign direct investment (FDI) flows into Vietnam may become clearer after August 1 - the date when the US is set to officially announce its new tariff policy. As that... Read More


Hanoi to host two special art performances to celebrate National Day

Hanoi, July 24 -- In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 - 2025) and National Day (September 2), Hanoi will hold two special art performances honouring these ... Read More


Vietnam eyes National Housing Fund to expand social housing

Hanoi, July 23 -- Vietnam's Ministry of Construction has proposed the creation of a National Housing Fund, with initial capital of 5-10 trillion VND (200-400 million USD), aimed at boosting social hou... Read More


International tourist arrivals to Malaysia surge

Kuala Lumpur, July 23 -- Malaysia recorded nearly 17 million international tourist arrivals from January to May 2025, a 20.4% increase from the same period in 2024, the country's Ministry of Tourism, ... Read More


Indonesia issues alerts as two volcanoes erupt

Jakarta, July 23 -- Indonesia's Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG) issued warnings on July 23 following continuous eruptions from two active volcanoes namely Mount Semeru ... Read More


Vietnam-Senegal and Morocco: Unlocking deep, effective, and strategic cooperation

Hanoi, July 23 -- National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man's official visits to Senegal and Morocco are expected to catalyse comprehensive, results-driven cooperation between Vietnam and the two... Read More


Singaporeans continue to hold world's most powerful passport

Singapore, July 23 -- Singaporeans still hold the world's most powerful passport, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 193 destinations out of 227 globally, according to the latest Henley Passp... Read More


Preferential policies for national contributors a long-term task: State President

Ninh Binh, July 23 -- State President Luong Cuong on July 23 affirmed that implementing policies for those with merit to the nation are a long-term, regular task of the entire political system and the... Read More


Malaysia strives to transform Kuala Lumpur into flagship AI-driven smart city

Kuala Lumpur, July 23 -- Malaysia identifies artificial intelligence (AI) as a key strategic driver to turn Kuala Lumpur into its leading smart city, towards a livable, sustainable urban model and enh... Read More


ASEAN conducts regional disaster response exercise in Cambodia

Phnom Penh, July 23 -- The ASEAN Regional Disaster Emergency Response Simulation Exercise 2025 (ARDEX-25) opened in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on July 22. The event was attended by ASEAN Secretary-General ... Read More