Vietnam news in brief - October 29
Read The Hanoi Times News in Brief for the latest country updates.
Hung Yen strengthens cooperation with German investor
On October 28, the Northern Province of Hung Yen held an investment promotion conference in Berlin with the participation of many German companies to seek investment in key sectors such as machinery and equipment manufacturing. Hung Yen's annual tax revenue is about US$1.64 billion, ranking 7th in the country with an annual growth of 10%.
Ninh Binh to assess Trang An's economic value
A project to assess the economic value of the Trang An Landscape Complex was launched by the northern province of Ninh Binh on October 28 to help shape strategies for heritage, tourism, and the creative economy, with the aim of making Hoa Lu a "Millennium Heritage City" and a creative city in the future.
| Tam Coc - Trang An heritage in Ninh Binh Province. Photo: Pham Hung/The Hanoi Times |
Gia Lai's Wild Sunflower Week 2024 to showcase culture and landscapes
Wild Sunflower Week - Chu Dang Ya Volcano 2024, promoting the culture and landscapes of Gia Lai Highlands Province, will be staged in Chu Pah District and Pleiku City from November 6 to 12. The event will feature cultural activities such as gong performances, Jarai New Rice Festival, competitions, and traditional games. Visitors can enjoy local cuisine, hot air balloon rides, and the "Awakening Chu Pah Countryside" half marathon.
| Children playing among wild sunflowers in Gia Lai. Photo: Baogialai.com |
Vingroup launches VinVentures to boost tech start-up ecosystem
VinVentures, a technology investment fund of Vingroup, was launched on October 28 to promote the tech start-up ecosystem in Vietnam and the region. It focuses on AI, semiconductors, and cloud computing, supporting start-ups from seed stage to Series A. VinVentures also provides a testing environment and connections within Vingroup's ecosystem, serving as a launch pad for potential start-ups.
Viettel Cyber Security wins again, finds critical vulnerabilities
Viettel Cyber Security (VCS) won the Pwn2Own 2024 cybersecurity competition in Ireland on October 25 for the second year in a row. Competing against the world's top teams, VCS detected nine zero-day vulnerabilities in products from HP, Canon, Synology, and others, earning 33 points, nearly double the score of the runner-up. The win came with a $200,000 cash prize.
Bach Mai Hospital's first multi-organ donation saves four lives
Vietnam's Bach Mai Hospital has successfully saved four patients with organ transplants from a brain-dead donor, marking its first multi-organ donation success. The donor's heart, liver, and two kidneys were transplanted to patients in different hospitals across the country. This operation underscores Vietnam's growing medical capabilities and highlights the deep compassion and social contribution of donor families.
