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Vietnam attracted $50.36 billion in foreign investment during the first nine months of 2026, according to figures reported by VnEconomy on October 4. Manufacturing and processing remained the largest destination for newly registered foreign investment, showing the continued importance of Vietnam’s industrial sector. The latest figures are part of a wider economic picture that includes strong growth, expanding exports and continued interest from international companies. Manufacturing and processing attracted $13.38 billion in newly registered foreign investment during the period, accounting for 45.8 percent of the total. The figure highlights the continuing role of factories and industrial projects in Vietnam’s efforts…

Hanoi is hosting a free Study in Japan Fair on Saturday, October 3, giving Vietnamese students an opportunity to meet representatives from Japanese universities, colleges and language schools. The event will take place at the Pullman Hanoi Hotel in Dong Da from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is part of the Study in Japan Fair 2026 programme in Vietnam. A second session will be held in Hanoi on October 4. The education fair is designed to provide direct contact between students and Japanese education institutions. Students considering study in Japan can speak with representatives and learn about different programmes,…

Children aged five to 14 are taking part in the Hanoi Kids Run on Saturday, October 3, as part of the fifth Techcombank Hanoi International Marathon programme. The children’s event will take place at Vincom Plaza Long Bien and will include two race categories covering 1.5 kilometres and 3 kilometres. The organisers say the event is designed to encourage children to become more active while developing confidence, discipline and a positive attitude toward exercise. The Kids Run is being held one day before the main Hanoi International Marathon. This gives young runners an opportunity to experience a large sporting event…

Vietnam’s gold market is experiencing sharp price movements on Saturday, October 3, with domestic prices continuing to react to changes in international gold markets. A Vietnam.vn report published for October 3 said domestic prices were fluctuating significantly and that market direction remained difficult to predict. The report also examined whether global gold prices could fall below 4,000 US dollars per ounce during the fourth quarter. Gold prices in Vietnam are closely connected with international market movements, although domestic prices can also be affected by local supply, demand and trading conditions. When international gold prices move quickly, Vietnamese buyers and sellers…

Vietnam is marking Education Promotion Day on October 2 with programmes highlighting the importance of learning and the role of education in social development. The day provides an opportunity to recognise students, teachers, families and organisations that support education while encouraging people to continue learning throughout their lives. Education remains an important part of Vietnam’s development strategy. The country has invested heavily in schools, universities and professional training as it seeks to improve the skills of its workforce. Rapid changes in technology have also increased the need for people to update their knowledge throughout their careers. The October 2 observance…

Hanoi’s World Culture Festival is bringing international cinema to the Vietnamese capital from October 2 to October 4, with 16 Vietnamese and international films scheduled to be shown free of charge. The screenings are part of the second Cultures of the World Festival in Hanoi, which is taking place at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel. The programme is designed to give audiences a chance to explore different cultures through cinema. The film programme includes productions from countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. The selection includes films such as “Hanoi: 5 Senses” from Vietnam, “The Rebel” from…

Vietnam’s pepper exports reached 1.32 billion US dollars by September 15, showing continued growth for one of the country’s important agricultural export industries. Vietnam exported 202,414 tonnes of pepper during the period, representing increases of 15.2 percent in volume and 10.3 percent in value compared with the same period last year. The figures were reported by VietnamPlus in an article published at 00:40 on Friday, October 2. The United States remained Vietnam’s largest pepper export market during the period. American buyers purchased 47,254 tonnes, equal to 23.5 percent of Vietnam’s total exports. China followed with 22,620 tonnes, while the United…

A restaurant fire in Hanoi has raised fresh concerns about fire safety after flames spread rapidly through a rooftop structure and several explosions were heard at the scene. The incident occurred late on September 30 in Hai Ba Trung Ward, according to an October 1 report from Tuoi Tre News. Emergency services responded after the fire developed quickly, highlighting the risks faced by restaurants and other businesses operating in crowded urban areas. The fire began during the late afternoon and spread through the upper part of the building. Witnesses reported seeing flames and hearing several explosions as the incident developed.…

Hanoi is welcoming international cultural representatives as the World Culture Festival begins on October 1. The four-day event, running from October 1 to 4, is bringing together participants from around 50 countries for a programme focused on cultural exchange. The festival is designed to give visitors and residents opportunities to experience traditions, arts and cultural activities from different parts of the world while highlighting Hanoi’s role as an international cultural centre. The festival comes at an important time for Hanoi as the Vietnamese capital continues to expand its international tourism and cultural programmes. The city has a long history shaped…

Vietnam is preparing a major change to its stock market structure, with shares currently listed on the Hanoi Stock Exchange scheduled to move to the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange later this year. The Vietnam Exchange announced that December 23 will be the final trading day for shares listed on the Hanoi exchange before the transfer begins. Trading in the affected shares will stop for two days before the new arrangement takes effect. The change is part of a wider effort to reorganise Vietnam’s securities market. The Hanoi Stock Exchange, commonly known as HNX, has played an important role…