Log in
Vietnam

Fourth South Korean media outlet opens office in Vietnam

  • A
Jul 03, 2025 / 05:45 PM

Financial News is now the 30th member of the foreign press corps in Vietnam.

THE HANOI TIMES — Le Thi Thu Hang, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, on July 2 presented Financial News with a license to open a bureau in Vietnam, making it the 4th South Korean media outlet to do so.

Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang (right) presents the license to Kim Kwan Woong, Financial News' chief representative in Vietnam. Photo: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Hang announced that Financial News is now the 30th member of the foreign press corps in Vietnam. This development reflects the robust and comprehensive growth of relations between Vietnam and South Korea in key areas such as politics, diplomacy, trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.

Hang also emphasized Financial News' role in fostering mutual understanding between the two nations and contributing positively to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The diplomat reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting foreign correspondents, especially those from South Korea, ensuring they are well-equipped to perform their duties in Vietnam.

Chief representative Kim Kwan Woong affirmed that Financial News will make every effort to strengthen the relationship between Vietnam and South Korea.

Tags
Reactions:
Share:
Trending
Most Viewed
Related news
Hanoi-Milan direct flight launched 

Hanoi-Milan direct flight launched 

02 Jul, 16:32

The launch of the Hanoi-Milan direct flight is expected to boost Vietnam's tourism and people-to-people ties amid rising Italian visitors to the Southeast Asian country.

Vietnam to provide free digital tools to support business transformation

Vietnam to provide free digital tools to support business transformation

The Ministry of Finance will provide free digital tools to help small businesses modernize to boost productivity through digital transformation.

13 Jul, 05:22 PM
Traditional attire parades in Europe offer glimpse into Vietnamese tradition

Traditional attire parades in Europe offer glimpse into Vietnamese tradition

These events, driven by the Vietnamese diaspora, showcased the nation's diverse heritage, fostering pride and connection across generations.

13 Jul, 04:54 PM
Vietnam considers incentives to attract talent to public sector

Vietnam considers incentives to attract talent to public sector

Amid concerns over uneven workforce quality, transparent and practical incentives are needed to attract skilled workers to the public sector and retain them.

12 Jul, 10:32 PM
VietinBank seeks investors for long-delayed building project

VietinBank seeks investors for long-delayed building project

VietinBank is seeking investors to finish its long-delayed $400 million headquarters project in Hanoi, which began in 2010.

12 Jul, 08:29 AM
Vietnam enforces VAT automation for low-value imported goods

Vietnam enforces VAT automation for low-value imported goods

This move aims to modernize customs procedures, reduce manual handling, and ensure accurate VAT collection on low-value goods delivered via express services.

12 Jul, 08:19 AM
HCMC speeds up digital ID issuance for foreigners in national tech drive

HCMC speeds up digital ID issuance for foreigners in national tech drive

Authorities have so far processed over 2,200 applications, ensuring the secure and efficient issuance of digital IDs for foreigners in Ho Chi Minh City.

11 Jul, 10:08 PM
Gia Lai tightens rules to protect whales from tourist impact

Gia Lai tightens rules to protect whales from tourist impact

Gia Lai Province tightens whale‑watching rules as Bryde’s whales return, enforcing a 100 m distance, engine noise limits and a three‑boat cap to protect whales.

11 Jul, 09:48 PM
New step in Vietnam-US legacy of war settlement

New step in Vietnam-US legacy of war settlement

War legacy remediation lays the groundwork for Vietnam-US relations, showcasing reconciliation and reinforcing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

11 Jul, 09:37 PM