Ten-day outlook: Mixed conditions across Vietnam

Northern Vietnam enjoys mild weather to end Lunar New Year (Tet) before weak cold air brings light rain next week.

Vietnam grants telecom license to Starlink in the US

The Ministry of Science and Technology has granted Starlink Services Vietnam a license to provide fixed and mobile satellite telecom services.

A roaring start to spring at Dong Ky festival

Thousands attended the Dong Ky firecracker procession in Bac Ninh during the Lunar New Year 2026 (Tet), honoring Saint Thien Cuong.

Foreign tourist found dead in Ho Chi Minh City hotel

Authorities are investigating the unusual death of a male foreign guest discovered in his hotel room on the fourth day of Lunar New Year (Tet).

Ministry proposes restructuring VNR into national railway group

The Ministry of Finance has proposed upgrading Vietnam Railways (VNR) Corporation into Vietnam National Railway Group to advance the domestic railway industry with the focus on implementing the North-South high-speed railway mega project.

Startups face hurdles seeking loans from the state support fund

Without real estate as collateral, startups are not able to borrow capital to research and expand production. In some cases, approval emails have arrived after more than a year when the companies had already been forced to close.

Vietnam officially becomes IEA association country

Becoming an association country is particularly important as Vietnam enters a new stage of development, remaining steadfast in its goal of carbon neutrality and green energy transition.

Vietnam, US step up dialogue to facilitate trade ties

Acting Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung has held a working session with David Fogel, US Assistant Secretary of Commerce and Director General of the United States and Foreign Commercial Service for the International Trade Administration.

Medical expert publishes paper in leading journal with impact factor of 98.4

Associate Professor Dr. Vuong Thi Ngoc Lan, Vice President of the HCMC University of Medicine and Pharmacy (UMP HCMC), has published a scientific paper in The Lancet, one of the world’s leading medical journals, with an Impact Factor (IF) of 98.4.

Pre-hospital emergency care: the critical "make or break” period

Associate Professor Dr Hoang Bui Hai believes that to save lives during the "golden hour," the healthcare system must make some fundamental changes.

Northern Vietnam’s top 10 spring festivals to explore after Tet

After celebrating the Lunar New Year (Tet) with family, many people like to start travelling on the third day of the holiday, with early-spring festivals being popular and meaningful spots to visit to start a new year.

Economist: SOEs shouldn't be forced to profit every year

The state economy and the private economy are not a "win-lose" game, but can develop together on a foundation of cooperation and rational division of labor, Pham Chi Lan, a respected economist, has said.

Home-loan interest rates surge, real estate market shifts gears

The market is gradually transitioning from the mindset of seeking quick profits to prioritizing long-term affordability and financial safety, experts have said,

16-point graduation exam rule could narrow access to higher education: educators

Many universities say the draft regulation requiring candidates to score at least 16 points on three high school graduation exam subjects to be eligible for transcript-based admission to university is too rigid.

Once fiercely opposed, little girl cries as stepfather packs bags for Cuba

When Michael packed his bags to return to Cuba, the little girl burst into tears, sobbing: “Mommy, Daddy is gone. I’m sorry, I won’t act like that anymore. I’ve lost my daddy, Mommy.”

VN top leader meets with foreign leaders on sidelines of Board of Peace meeting

The leaders congratulated General Secretary Lam on his re-election and conveyed congratulations to the Party, State, and people of Vietnam on the successful organisation of the 14th National Party Congress.

Party Chief To Lam holds phone talks with former US Senator Patrick Leahy

General Secretary To Lam held phone talks with former US Senator Patrick Leahy, a long-standing close friend of Vietnam, on February 19 on the occasion of attending the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace in the US.

Vietnam, US seek ways to deepen all-round ties

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington D.C. on February 19, during which the two sides discussed measures to further promote Vietnam - US relations in the future.

Xoan singing part of Vietnam's unique identity on world heritage map.

In the vast treasure trove of Vietnamese folk art, Xoan singing stands as a unique jewel, inextricably linked to the worship of the Hung Kings — the nation's legendary founders.

Central bank moves to tighten AI use in banking

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has moved to tighten oversight of artificial intelligence (AI) in the banking sector, requiring lenders and e-wallet providers to notify customers in advance when AI systems are used to interact directly with them.

Vietnamese Minister of National Defence receives US Under Secretary of War

Giang also thanked the US for its support in addressing post-war bomb and mine clearance, dioxin remediation, and in the search, recovery and identification of fallen and missing Vietnamese soldiers.

Party chief meets with representatives of Vietnamese community, agencies in US

The Party chief noted that the Vietnamese community in the US is increasingly integrating deeply, always looking towards the homeland with a desire to make practical contributions to the cause of national construction and defence.

Metro infrastructure boosts transit-oriented development

The gradual operation of metro lines in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is a major milestone in the development of urban transport infrastructure.

Party chief witnesses signing, exchange of Vietnam–US contracts

The total value of the documents signed and exchanged between Vietnamese and US businesses reached 37.2 billion USD, reflecting strong and determined commitments from partners as bilateral relations enter a new stage of development.

Exhibitions invite visitors to explore zodiac animal of New Year

A series of exhibitions, diverse in materials and perspectives, not only celebrate the zodiac animal of the year but also invite visitors on a journey into the cultural, historical and artistic depth associated with this familiar motif.

Nine Vietnamese firms enter TIME’s Asia-Pacific’s 500 Best Companies list

Nine Vietnamese companies have been included in TIME magazine’s list of the 500 Best Companies in Asia-Pacific for 2026, highlighting the country’s growing corporate presence across multiple industries.