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At least 10% reduction in pilotage service fees offered for all Vietnamese-flagged vessels

Hanoi, March 27 -- The Ministry of Construction announced on March 27 that maritime pilotage service providers nationwide have reached a consensus to cut down at least 10% in service fees for vessels ... Read More


National conference highlights AI trends, opportunities in Vietnam

Can Tho, March 27 -- A national scientific conference on artificial intelligence (AI) took place in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho on March 27, drawing scientists, lecturers, experts, postgraduates ... Read More


Earth Hour 2026 links energy saving to national security

Hanoi, March 27 -- Earth Hour 2026 is being held amid growing pressure to ensure energy security as surging global fuel prices have pushed up electricity production costs. The campaign has evolved be... Read More


Middle East conflict poses challenges for Indonesia's palm oil industry

Jakarta, March 27 -- The ongoing conflict involving Iran is expected to create both opportunities and challenges for Indonesia's palm oil industry, amid volatile global commodity prices and escalating... Read More


Indonesia signals possible easing of coal and nickel output caps

Jakarta, March 27 -- The Indonesian government has signalled the possibility of a measured easing of coal and nickel production quotas if commodity prices remain high, as part of efforts to maintain g... Read More


PM calls for IMF's continued support for Vietnam's sustainable development

Hanoi, March 27 -- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received a delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IFM) led by Martin Sommer, head of the IMF's Article IV consultation mission team to Vietn... Read More


Thai population declines further as aging rate rises

Bangkok, March 27 -- Thailand's population fell by over 142,000 to about 65.8 million in 2025, according to the Department of Provincial Administration's Central Registration Office. Women outnumber ... Read More


Vietnamese cuisine takes centre stage in global culinary showcase

Ho Chi Minh City, March 27 -- Vietnamese gastronomy is in the spotlight at the Saigontourist Group Culinary Culture & Delicacies Festival 2026, where some 500 dishes are being presented through 10 cur... Read More


Hung Kings Temple Festival 2026: First-ever int'l art exhibition to be staged

Phu Tho, March 27 -- The northern province of Phu Tho is set to host the first-ever international art exhibition, as part of the Hung Kings Temple Festival and the 2026 Ancestral Land Culture and Tour... Read More


Hue to offer immersive night tour of imperial heritage

Hue, March 27 -- The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre announced on March 26 that residents and visitors to Hue imperial city can enjoy free nighttime entry from April 25-28 as part of the "Mystical I... Read More