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Dự án “Đến Trường An Toàn” của Prudential cùng hành trình 5 năm nâng cao ý thức an toàn giao thông tại Việt Nam

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Vào những ngày cuối tháng 11 vừa qua, chuỗi sự kiện phát động dự án “Đến Trường An Toàn” của Prudential đã diễn ra sôi nổi tại 6 điểm trường tiểu học thuộc hai tỉnh Gia Lai và Yên Bái, đánh dấu cho sự mở dầu của hàng loạt hoạt động kỷ niệm 5 năm triển khai dự án tại Việt Nam.

Trong bối cảnh tỷ lệ tai nạn giao thông liên quan đến học sinh vẫn còn cao và tình trạng an toàn giao thông quanh các khu vực trường học chưa được đảm bảo, công ty TNHH Bảo hiểm Nhân thọ Prudential Việt Nam đã phối hợp với Ủy ban An toàn Giao thông Quốc gia, Bộ Giáo dục và Đào tạo, cùng Quỹ Phòng chống Thương vong Châu Á (AIP) để phát triển và triển khai dự án từ năm 2019.

Sau 5 năm triển khai, dự án “Đến Trường An Toàn” đã gặt hái được nhiều thành quả đáng tự hào với những con số ấn tượng, ghi dấu một hành trình ý nghĩa với những đóng góp quan trọng trong việc nâng cao nhận thức về an toàn giao thông (ATGT) cho học sinh tiểu học và cộng đồng.

Trong năm học 2024 – 2025, dự án “Đến Trường An Toàn” tiếp tục được triển khai với mục tiêu củng cố các kiến thức và kỹ năng liên quan đến ATGT của các em học sinh tiểu học, từ đó hình thành thói quen tốt cho trong việc chấp hành các quy định về ATGT. Dự án hướng tới mục tiêu mở rộng quy mô đến 23 trường học, mang lại lợi ích thiết thực cho hơn 15.000 học sinh và 800 giáo viên.

Sự kiện được tổ chức tại các trường tiểu học Phan Chu Trinh, Lê Lợi và Nguyễn Trãi (tỉnh Gia Lai, từ ngày 25 đến 26 tháng 11) cũng như các trường Minh Quân, Việt Thành và Hưng Khánh (tỉnh Yên Bái, từ ngày 28 đến 29 tháng 11) đã thu hút sự tham gia của tổng cộng 3000 học sinh, giáo viên cùng phụ huynh cùng đại diện các bên liên quan.

Trong 5 năm qua, những nỗ lực không ngừng của dự án đã tạo tác động tích cực đến hơn 12.000 và 580 giáo viên tại 16 trường học thuộc 6 tỉnh thành, qua một chuỗi các hoạt động toàn diện. Không chỉ dừng lại ở việc đẩy mạnh giáo dục mà các hoạt động trong khuôn khổ dự án còn tập trung vào việc cải tạo cơ sở hạ tầng giao thông quanh trường học, giúp giảm thiểu rủi ro cho học sinh. Đặc biệt theo số liệu từ Ủy ban ATGT Quốc gia, tại Quảng Ngãi, tỷ lệ tử vong do tai nạn giao thông đã giảm 47% trong quý 1 năm 2023, minh chứng cho hiệu quả rõ rệt và sức ảnh hưởng từ những nỗ lực của dự án.

Các em học sinh tham gia các trò chơi tương tác sáng tạo theo các chủ đề liên quan đến ATGT như Ô chữ kỳ diệu, Đuổi hình bắt chữ, Hỏi nhanh – Đáp gọn, Sắc màu giao thông,v.v…

Nhân dịp kỷ niệm 25 năm phát triển tại Việt Nam, dự án “Đến Trường An Toàn” tiếp tục đóng góp vào việc thực hiện sứ mệnh của Prudential tại Việt Nam khi chung tay xây dựng một xã hội văn minh, nơi ý thức về an toàn giao thông ngày càng được nâng cao, bảo vệ tương lai cho thế hệ trẻ.

Italy Set to Scale Back Planned Tax Hike on Crypto Capital Gains: Reuters

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The tax increase will be significantly reduced during parliamentary work, lawmakers said.

Italy is set to trim its planned tax increase on crypto capital gains, Reuters reported on Tuesday.

Two months ago, the government was intent on raising the tax to 42% from 26% by the end of December.

“The tax increase will be significantly reduced during the parliamentary work,” lawmakers Giulio Centemero and Federico Freni, a junior minister at the Treasury, said in a statement according to Reuters.

The decision to increase the capital gains tax was inspired by the rising popularity of investments in crypto, especially bitcoin, which climbed above $100,000 last week. The “phenomenon is spreading,” Deputy Finance Minister Maurizio Leo told Bloomberg in October after announcing the news.

CoinDesk reached out to Centemero and Freni for a comment.

Bitcoin’s $100K Breakout Pause Likely Due to Liquidity Factors and Nvidia’s Stalled Rally

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Slower inflow of liquidity and risk-off cues from NVDA might be holding back the upside.

For the third week, bitcoin (BTC) remains locked in a price range between $90,000 and $100,000, punctuated only by Dec. 5’s short-lived rise into six figures.
This indecisive price action might have left traders feeling uninspired, with two key reasons holding back the upside.

First, the influx of liquidity into the crypto market through channels like spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has significantly slowed, taking the wind out of the bullish momentum.

The weekly rate of change in the so-called market liquidity impulse index, which tracks stablecoin mints, inflows into BTC ETFs and changes in futures market parameters, has more than halved to $7 billion from highs above $15 billion seen early last month, according to data tracked by 10x Research.

“This slowdown in liquidity growth may partially explain why bitcoin is struggling to sustain levels above $100,000,” Markus Thielen, founder of 10x Research, said in a note to clients Wednesday.

The liquidity indicator has chalked out lower highs of late, diverging bearishly from BTC’s price.

Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies pegged to an external reference like the U.S. dollar and are widely used to fund crypto purchases. Meanwhile, ETFs are preferred investment vehicles for those looking to take exposure to the cryptocurrency without owning it. The same can be said about CME’s cash-settled futures.

The other reason, overlooked by most pundits, is the slowdown in the uptrend in shares in chipmaker Nvidia (NVDA), the world’s biggest company. Since the debut of ChatGPT in late 2022, NVDA has emerged as a bellwether for all things AI and risk assets in general.

BTC and NVDA bottomed out in late 2022 and boasted a strong positive correlation since then, barring the summer, when supply overhang fears kept BTC from tracking NVDA higher. As of writing, the three-month correlation between the two was 0.6.

Analysts at TheMarketEar believe BTC, with its post-U.S. election surge from $70,000 to $100,000, has caught up with NVDA

“Same psychology; winners like winners. BTC has ‘caught up’ to NVDA. They have little fundamentals in common but are driven by similar psychology,” analysts at TheMarketEar said in a note to clients, adding that NVDA is one of the few stocks that has outperformed BTC this year and over the last five years.

While BTC has risen 130% this year, NVDA has gained 172%, according to data source TradingView.

NVDA’s uptrend, however, has run out of steam since mid-November, with prices now teasing a bearish reversal pattern for heads and shoulders. Besides, the one-year put-call skew now shows calls trading at par with puts, exhibiting a neutral sentiment as opposed to a strong call (bullish) bias early this year, according to data source Market Chameleon.

That said, bullish excesses have been crowded out from the crypto market, as noted in Tuesday’s edition of the Crypto Daybook Americas. With the market normalized to more healthy leverage levels, we could see BTC having another go at the $100,000 mark, but sustainability of the breakout likely depends on liquidity inflows and broader risk sentiment.

Early Bookings for Lunar New Year Tours

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The nine-day Lunar New Year holiday offers an ideal opportunity for springtime travel. Following the official announcement of the holiday schedule, travel agencies have been buzzing with tickets and tour bookings.

Thousands of attractive tours with competitive prices tailored to customers’ travel preferences have been introduced by tourism companies. Many travelers have already visited agency offices to explore itineraries and choose a suitable spring trip for their families.

Ms. Nguyen Cam Van, a resident of Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, visited a travel agency immediately after the Lunar New Year holiday plan was confirmed. To match her family’s budget, she decided on a domestic destination.

“Every year during Tet, my whole family travels together. It’s a rare opportunity for all family members to be present. This year, we’re choosing domestic travel as it’s more affordable,” Ms. Van shared.

Meanwhile, Thuy Duong and her husband from Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi, decided to venture abroad this year, selecting China as their destination for the Lunar New Year. She revealed that they had planned the trip a year in advance to secure an early booking and save on costs.

“We planned this trip at the beginning of the year. Each month, we set aside about 10-15% of our salaries to prepare for the upcoming journey,” Ms. Duong explained.

Many travel companies have opened hundreds of early Tet tours. Photo: PLO.

According to surveys, the high demand for travel during holidays inevitably raises travel costs by 15-20% compared to regular days. To encourage early bookings, most travel agencies offer special discounts.

Moreover, the earlier customers plan and book their tours, the greater the discounts they receive.

Travelers are advised to carefully review terms and conditions in their itineraries and contracts to avoid any loss of benefits during their trips.

@vtv.vn

Ba Ria – Vung Tau Welcomes Its 12th Five-Star Hotel

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Malibu Vung Tau Hotel has been officially recognized as a five-star hotel by the National Tourism Administration of Vietnam, making it the 12th five-star hotel in Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province.

On December 9, Malibu Vung Tau Hotel (located on Le Hong Phong Street, Vung Tau City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau) announced its five-star certification granted by the National Tourism Administration of Vietnam. This milestone is a significant achievement in the hotel’s sustainable development strategy, aiming to become a symbol of luxury, sophistication, and class in the region.

Malibu Vung Tau Hotel is recognized as 5 stars

Malibu Vung Tau Hotel began operations in April 2016 and was initially awarded a four-star rating by the Vietnam Tourism Administration in August 2016. In 2019, its service quality system was reaffirmed with a renewed four-star rating.

The hotel’s management shares that since January 2024, they have been committed to enhancing the quality of tourism in Vung Tau City and the province as a whole. The goal is to focus on high-quality tourism, increase the proportion of international visitors, and boost the tourism sector’s contribution to the province’s GRDP. To achieve the five-star standard, the hotel undergoes comprehensive upgrades.

All service facilities, including the swimming pool, children’s play area, bar, and spa, were revamped. Additional VIP dining rooms and a new restaurant were introduced, while guest room interiors were renovated. The hotel also developed a new special floor with various room categories tailored for business travelers and families. The upgrade process was completed in September 2024.

Ms. Tran Thi Thu Hien, Acting Director of the Ba Ria – Vung Tau Department of Tourism, noted that over its eight years of operation and three star-rating certifications, Malibu Vung Tau Hotel has not only demonstrated compliance with tourism regulations but also shown a strong sense of responsibility in fostering the development of the tourism sector. Today, Malibu Vung Tau Hotel stands as one of the 12 five-star hotels in Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province.

@Thanhnien.vn

Vietnam Airlines Adds 3 Aircraft Ahead of Lunar New Year

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The newly acquired Boeing 787-10 will primarily serve domestic and Northeast Asia routes, while the Airbus A320neo planes will be used exclusively for domestic flights.

Vietnam Airlines is the only Vietnamese airline operating Boeing wide-body aircraft. Photo: VNA.

A representative of Vietnam Airlines announced that the airline has received three new aircraft in December, including one Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner and two Airbus A320neo planes. These new aircraft will provide over 100,000 additional seats for the Tet 2025 peak travel season.

specifically, Vietnam Airlines took delivery of an A320neo with registration number VN-A515 on December 7 and a Boeing 787-10 with registration number VN-A877 on December 8. The airline expects to receive another Airbus A320neo with registration number VN-A514 by the end of December.

The addition of these three aircraft brings Vietnam Airlines’ total fleet to 103 planes, including 31 wide-body aircraft (Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-10, and Airbus A350).

The Boeing 787-10, one of the largest commercial aircraft in the Boeing 787 series, features fuel-efficient engines. Vietnam Airlines remains the only airline in Vietnam to operate this type of wide-body aircraft.

Meanwhile, the new Airbus A320neo is equipped with next-generation engines, offering over 16% fuel savings, a 75% reduction in noise, and approximately 50% lower harmful emissions compared to previous-generation engines.

Earlier, Vietnam Airlines had launched early sales of 2.15 million tickets, equivalent to more than 11,000 flights across its domestic network, to meet passenger demand for Tet travel. Additional flights will focus on routes connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City/Nha Trang/Da Nang/Phu Quoc/Vinh and routes between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang/Hai Phong/Hue/Thanh Hoa/Quy Nhon/Pleiku/Chu Lai /Dong Hoi/Vinh.

Similar to Vietnam Airlines, other Vietnamese airlines are also ramping up their fleets in preparation for the Lunar New Year peak season.

Vietjet Air, for instance, plans to add three new aircraft in December. In addition, the airline intends to lease six to ten wet-leased planes on a short-term basis to accommodate the surge in travel demand during the holiday period.

On November 22, Vietravel Airlines added a new member to its fleet, the 9H-SWN aircraft operated by Avion Express, to serve passengers during the year-end and Lunar New Year 2025 peak seasons.

A survey by the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam revealed that domestic airfares for Tet have risen by approximately 20% compared to regular rates.

As in previous years, travel demand surges on routes from the southern regions, especially from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi and the northern and central provinces such as Hai Phong, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Quang Binh, Quang Ngai, Binh Dinh, Phu Yen, and the Central Highlands. This trend is particularly noticeable in the period leading up to Tet and reverses after the holiday.

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Two Foreign Nationals Arrested in Pearl Distribution Investment Scam

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On November 30, 2024, N.Q.V., a 39-year-old resident of Tam Diep, Ninh Binh, reported to Thuy Khue Ward Police that he had been defrauded of over 500 million VND (approximately $20,000) by two foreign individuals. The suspects had promised an investment collaboration to distribute pearls produced by N.Q.V.

Following the report, Tay Ho District Police, in coordination with Thuy Khue Ward Police, launched an immediate investigation. Through specialized investigative techniques, authorities identified and apprehended two Cameroonian nationals, Armand Wily Asse (born 1972) and Naga Onguene Xavier (born 1989), who were residing in Ngoc Khanh Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi.

Two scammers have been arrested. (Photo: Tay Ho District Police)

During questioning, both suspects admitted to their fraudulent activities. Law enforcement also seized $6,400 as evidence in the case.

Based on the investigation, the Tay Ho District Police have filed criminal charges for fraud and asset misappropriation and have placed the two suspects in temporary custody pending further legal proceedings.

Farmers in Nhat Tan Village Work Around the Clock to Prepare Peach Blossoms for Lunar New Year

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Peach blossom farmers in Hanoi’s Nhat Tan Village are racing against time to prepare for the Lunar New Year despite recent setbacks caused by Typhoon Yagi and erratic weather conditions. With less than two months until the festive season, many growers are struggling to ensure their trees bloom on time, as the storm caused severe damage—uprooting large trees and flooding smaller ones.

Hundreds of hectares of Nhat Tan peach blossom trees were destroyed after Typhoon Yagi. (Photo: Thanh Trang)

Following the storm, farmers have been diligently caring for their remaining peach trees, applying fertilizers and promoting root growth to recover their crops. However, unpredictable weather patterns have made it challenging to time the blooming process accurately. To mitigate losses, members of the Nhat Tan Peach Growing Association have banded together, pooling resources and sharing supply to meet market demands. Experts estimate it may take one to two years for Nhat Tan’s orchards to fully recover from the storm’s impact.

In Lang Son province, peach farmers are equally busy tending to their crops. As the colder weather sets in, they are manually stripping the leaves from the trees—a traditional technique used to stimulate flower buds and ensure the blossoms are ready for Lunar New Year. This meticulous process is vital for peach blossoms, a high-value crop that serves as a primary income source for many local households.

Peach leaf stripping requires patience and meticulousness. (Photo: vtcnews.vn)

Farmers emphasize that weather plays a crucial role in their work. Warmer conditions allow for delayed care, while colder weather necessitates earlier interventions. The manual leaf-stripping technique, passed down through generations, helps control foliage growth and encourages flower bud development.

Peach blossom farming demands careful attention, especially under harsh weather conditions. Trees are highly sensitive to frost and cold snaps, requiring constant monitoring and timely measures to protect them. Despite the challenges, growers remain committed to delivering vibrant peach blossoms that are an essential part of Vietnam’s Lunar New Year celebrations.

Gauging Bitcoin, XRP Resistance Levels After Record Price Rallies

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As cryptocurrencies enter price-discovery mode, options market activity can help traders identify potential resistance levels.

When assets surge to lifetime highs or multimonth peaks, traders are often faced with the challenge of identifying key resistance levels, the price targets where the market could next take a breather. That’s precisely the situation facing bitcoin (BTC) and XRP (XRP) traders.

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency by market value, is trading at record highs near $100,000, meaning it’s now in uncharted waters. XRP trades at $2.44, with the 2018 record high around $3.30 as the only chart resistance before we enter the price discovery mode like BTC.

One way to identify key resistances is to study the distribution of open interest, the dollar value of active option contracts, at various strike price levels.

On Deribit, the world’s leading crypto options exchange, BTC’s $120,000 strike call option is the most popular contract at the moment, with a notional open interest of $1.93 billion, according to data source Deribit Metrics.

A strike with the highest open interest often marks a resistance level because call sellers, typically institutions, face significant losses if prices rise above that point. As a result, they often act to keep prices from exceeding that level. Conversely, the strike level can also act as a magnet due to the hedging activity of market makers or entities tasked with creating order book liquidity.

Recall that before and immediately after the U.S. election, the $100,000 call was the most preferred in terms of notional open interest. The price has now consolidated around the six-figure mark.

At press time, the call option at the $100,000 strike is still the second-most popular contract, with open interest of $1.8 billion. It is followed by the $110,000 strike call, which boasts open interest of $1.68 billion.

We can also see that $500 million is locked in the $200,000 strike call, representing a bet that the bitcoin price will double. Most open interest is concentrated in the June 2025 and September 2025 expiries. Analysts at Standard Chartered say they expect the price to reach that level by the end of 2025.

Key levels for XRP

In XRP’s case, the $1 call option is the most popular strike, with over $3 million in open interest. The option is deeply in-the-money, or in profit, as the cryptocurrency currently trades near $2.42.

The focus now is on the $2.8 call option, where traders have locked in $2 million in open interest. The next potential target is at $5. The so-called deep out-of-the-money call is the third-most active open, with open interest of $1.12 million.

Ripple’s Garlinghouse Says 2024 Election Was a Chance to ‘Educate Voters’

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The Ripple CEO says crypto-backed political action committees (PACs) were a response to the war on crypto.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse in an interview with 60 Minutes, said that the 2024 election was a “major victory” for crypto as the majority of Fairshake, a crypto political action committee (PAC), backed candidates, won their seats.

And this was a non-partisan effort, as crypto, itself is non-partisan, he argued, pointing to the cross-aisle support for the digital assets bill FIT21.

“Of the 29 Republicans and 33 Democrats the industry backed in congressional races, 85% won. It’s incredible,” he said.

“We absolutely helped supercharge the candidates with the money in the coffers… That’s absolutely right,” he said, arguing that, like other industries, they took the electoral cycle as a chance to educate voters.

“Do I think we had an impact to elect a Democratic senator in Michigan—Elissa Slotkin? Yes, absolutely. Do I think we had an impact in Arizona? A Democratic senator in Arizona, Gallego? Absolutely,” he continued.

While Ripple-supported Fairshake was a non-partisan effort, one of the defining moments during the election was then-Republican candidate Donald Trump’s embrace of crypto, which was a transformation from his prior stance where he said he was “not a fan”.

“I think it’s clear that Donald Trump embraced crypto and crypto embraced Donald Trump,” Garlinghouse said.

Doing Business in Vietnam as a Foreigner: Key Lessons for Entrepreneurs in Vietnam

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Entering a new market can be both an exciting and daunting experience for entrepreneurs. Understanding the nuances of the local business culture is crucial for success, particularly in a dynamic and culturally rich country like Vietnam.

As an emerging economic hub in Southeast Asia, Vietnam presents vast opportunities, but it also requires a deep understanding of its business culture to navigate challenges and build sustainable growth.

Here are key lessons for entrepreneurs to adapt to Vietnam’s unique business culture and enhance their chances of success.

1. Understanding the Role of Relationships

In Vietnam, building strong personal relationships is often a key factor in business success. Unlike the more transactional nature of business in some Western countries, Vietnamese business culture places significant value on trust, loyalty, and mutual respect.

In this video, Guillaume Rondan, the CEO of MoveToAsia, a market-entry and sourcing agency in Vietnam, shares five key lessons from a decade of entrepreneurship that will transform the way you do business in Vietnam, whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale up your business.

2. Emphasizing Patience and Flexibility

In Vietnam, business decisions often take longer than anticipated. Entrepreneurs must be patient and flexible when working with local partners, suppliers, and clients.

Decisions can be influenced by various social factors, and direct confrontation or impatience is typically avoided.

3. Respecting Hierarchy and Authority

Vietnamese businesses typically have a hierarchical structure, and respect for seniority is an essential aspect of the culture.

Understanding this hierarchy, and addressing key individuals with the appropriate titles and respect, can go a long way in securing successful business deals.

4. Adapting to Communication Styles

Vietnamese communication tends to be more indirect than in many Western cultures. People may avoid saying “no” directly and may use subtle cues to express disagreement or reluctance. Entrepreneurs should be attentive to non-verbal signals and learn to read between the lines.

Additionally, maintaining a polite and respectful tone in both verbal and written communication is essential.

5. Understanding the Local Business Etiquette

In Vietnam, business etiquette plays an important role in establishing good relations. Entrepreneurs should be aware of formal greetings, proper attire, and appropriate meeting behavior. For instance, it is customary to exchange business cards with both hands, and addressing others with honorifics is important.

A little effort to observe these rituals shows respect for the local culture and can make a positive impression on Vietnamese business partners.

6. Embracing the Role of Government and Regulations

Vietnam’s government plays an influential role in the business environment, and entrepreneurs must be prepared to navigate its regulations, licensing processes, and bureaucracy.

While Vietnam is moving towards a more open market, the local government’s involvement in business can still be significant.

7. Cultural Sensitivity and Adaptation

Vietnam has a rich cultural heritage, and entrepreneurs who respect local customs will be better received. It is important to show cultural sensitivity by understanding and respecting local holidays, traditions, and celebrations.

For example, the Lunar New Year (Tết) is the most significant holiday in Vietnam, and most businesses are closed during this period. Entrepreneurs should plan accordingly to avoid disruptions in operations during these times.

Rising Economy of Vietnam – Asia’s Next Powerhouse?

Adapting to a new business culture is key to long-term success in any market, and Vietnam is no exception. Entrepreneurs who take the time to understand and respect the local culture, build meaningful relationships, be patient, and adapt their communication and business strategies will find greater opportunities for growth and success.

Over 15.8 Million International Visitors Arrive in Vietnam in 11 Months

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According to the General Statistics Office, Vietnam welcomed more than 15.8 million international visitors in the first 11 months of 2024, a 41% increase compared to the same period last year.

Group of international tourists visiting Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Ngoc Khuyen

In November 2024 alone, the country received 1.71 million international visitors, marking a nearly 39% year-on-year increase. Cumulatively, from January to November 2024, the number of international arrivals reached over 15.8 million, reflecting a significant 41% growth compared to the previous year.

Accommodation and Food Service Revenue

Revenue from accommodation and food services for the 11-month period is estimated at VND 669 trillion, up 13% compared to the same period last year. Several provinces reported notable increases in revenue, including:

Khanh Hoa: Up 17%
Hai Phong: Up 13.2%
Can Tho: Up 12.6%
Hanoi: Up 10.7%
Ho Chi Minh City: Up 9.4%
Binh Duong: Up 8.3%

Tourism Revenue

Revenue from travel services during this period is estimated at VND 57.5 trillion, a 17.3% year-on-year increase. This growth is attributed to proactive efforts by local authorities to promote tourism and attract both domestic and international visitors from the beginning of the year.

Notable increases in travel service revenue include:

Can Tho: Up 31.2%
Ho Chi Minh City: Up 17.7%
Khanh Hoa: Up 16.6%
Hanoi and Binh Dinh: Both up 12.6%
Vung Tau: Up 8.1%

These figures underscore Vietnam’s recovery and growth in the tourism sector, driven by targeted promotional campaigns and a resurgence in international travel demand.

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Thanh Hoa Province Launches 12 Adventure Tourism Routes

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The mountainous region of Thanh Hoa Province has witnessed a significant transformation as the province officially introduced 12 forest trekking tour routes.

On December 7, in Ba Thuoc District, Thanh Hoa’s Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism held a ceremony to announce the 12 trekking tour routes. This new tourism offering aims to create a breakthrough for the province’s mountainous tourism sector.

Mr. Nguyen Van Thi, Permanent Vice Chairman of Thanh Hoa Provincial People’s Committee, said that the form of adventure trekking tour marks a new step forward for Thanh Hoa tourism industry.

Mr. Nguyen Van Thi, Standing Vice Chairman of Thanh Hoa Provincial People’s Committee, stated that the adventure tourism model of trekking tours marks a new milestone for the province’s tourism industry. It presents an opportunity for mountainous districts to make significant strides in tourism development and generate substantial annual revenue. Currently, tourism in the region contributes over 10% to the total revenue of the entire provincial tourism sector, and this figure is expected to grow.

Mr. Thi emphasizes that while promoting tourism development, local authorities and businesses must strictly adhere to planning guidelines, avoiding disruptions that could harm the natural and cultural environment or lead to overdevelopment and the loss of the area’s natural beauty.

The trekking routes announced by Thanh Hoa’s tourism sector mainly focus on enabling visitors to conquer high mountain peaks within the province’s special-use forests and nature reserves, including Pu Luong, Pu Hu, and Pu Gio.

A group of tourists experience walking tourism in western Thanh Hoa

Key Trekking Routes

Ba Thuoc District: Features four trekking routes, including conquering Pu Luong Peak (1,700 meters above sea level), Hon Con Soi, the Pu Luong Heritage Trail, and the route from Pu Luong Peak to Hon Con Soi.
Quan Hoa District: Offers three routes, including trekking to Pu Hu Peak (1,440 meters above sea level), the ancient green tree heritage site, and the route from Pu Hu Peak to the heritage tree.
Thuong Xuan District: Boasts five routes, including trekking to Pu Gio Peak (1,600 meters above sea level), the heritage trees of Po Mu and Sa Mu, observing the grey langur and white-cheeked gibbon, and combining wildlife observation with a visit to the heritage trees. Another notable route includes trekking to Pu Xeo Peak, the Seven-Tier Waterfall, and the historic Lung Nhai Covenant Site.

These new trekking routes aim to attract adventurers and nature interests, offering a unique blend of cultural, historical, and ecological experiences in the untouched beauty of Thanh Hoa’s mountainous areas.

@Thanhnien.vn

Vietjet Continues Receiving New Aircraft in the Final Months of the Year

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Vietjet’s new-generation A321neo ACF (Airbus Cabin Flex) aircraft has landed at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City after a long journey from the Airbus factory in Hamburg, Germany.

The A321neo ACF is the 111th member to join Vietjet’s world-class modern fleet. Featuring an advanced cabin design that meets high standards for seat size and spacing, this new aircraft promises passengers an enhanced flying experience. The A321neo ACF also reduces fuel consumption and emissions by up to 20% and minimizes noise pollution by 50%.

Vietjet has just welcomed its 111th aircraft. The newly received aircraft belong to the world’s leading modern generation of A321neo aircraft.

According to plans, Vietjet will receive three additional new aircraft in December. In addition to its latest deliveries, the airline plans to lease 6 to 10 short-term wet-leased aircraft during the Tet holiday season to maximize travel capacity during this peak period for both residents and tourists.

The aircraft bearing the symbolic image of 50 years of Vietnam-France diplomatic relations was handed over in early October.

Vietjet is continuing its growth momentum in 2024 by consistently adding new aircraft and expanding its fleet of state-of-the-art planes in the region. The latest additions to the fleet will enable the airline to better serve travelers during the busy New Year and Lunar New Year periods across its international routes and to connect with new destinations worldwide.

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Two Vietnamese Cities Among the World’s Most Attractive Destinations

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Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have been named among the top 100 most attractive cities globally, according to a ranking by Euromonitor International.

Hanoi capital ranked 83rd in the list of 100 most attractive cities in the world. Photo: Viet Ha.

The global market research organization recently unveiled its 2024 list of the world’s 100 most attractive cities. Notably, Vietnam’s two largest cities, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, earned spots on this prestigious list.

As reported by CNN, Euromonitor International’s index evaluates cities worldwide based on criteria such as tourism, sustainability, economic performance, health, and safety.

This year, Paris topped the list, drawing significant attention due to the successful Summer Olympics and the anticipated reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral. Remarkably, this marks the fourth consecutive year the “City of Light” has been recognized as the world’s most attractive city.

Europe dominates the 2024 rankings, with six cities in the top 10. Madrid (Spain) secured the second position, followed by Rome and Milan (Italy) at fourth and fifth, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at seventh, and Barcelona (Spain) rounding out the top 10. London, ranked 10th in 2023, dropped to 13th in 2024.

Seoul ranked 12th, while Dubai secured the 14th position.

Vietnam’s two largest cities, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, ranked 76th and 83rd respectively in the top 100 most attractive cities in the world. Photo: Euromonitor International.

In Asia, besides Tokyo and Singapore making the top 10, several other cities ranked highly: Taipei (11), Seoul (12), Dubai (14), Osaka (16), Bangkok (17), Hong Kong (21), and Kuala Lumpur (31). Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City ranked 76th, while Hanoi was placed 83rd.

Due to the Japanese yen hitting a low record against other currencies, Japan emerged as a global hotspot for tourism and entertainment in 2024. Nearly 13 million international trips to Tokyo were recorded, a significant increase compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to Euromonitor International .

New York claimed the sixth spot and was the only U.S. city in the top 10. Los Angeles, ranked 18th, was the second-highest U.S. city. city. New York excelled in tourism performance, driven by high demand from both domestic and international travelers.

Meanwhile, Bangkok leads globally in tourism policies and attractiveness and is the world’s top city for international arrivals in 2024. Euromonitor International reported 32.4 million international trips to Bangkok this year, nearly 10 million more than Istanbul, which led last year with 23 million visitors.

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