Luxury trains spark travel craze to Bac Ninh and Hai Phong

Two upscale train experiences-"Hanoi 5 Cua O – The Hanoi Train" to Bac Ninh and "Hoa Phuong Do" to Hai Phong-are proving to be a major draw for travelers during the upcoming New Year holiday.

Why Hanoi’s most expensive street is full of empty shops

Despite sky-high values, many storefronts on central Hanoi’s Hue Street remain shuttered, waiting for tenants.

Vietnam must own core technologies to fulfill the vision of Resolution 57

Resolution No. 57 has sparked unity and determination across Vietnam’s tech community, said Truong Gia Binh, urging enterprises to shift from short-term growth to long-term investment in core technologies.

Vietnam’s science-tech sector marks historic milestone with $216bil. in revenue

A landmark year for Vietnam’s innovation ecosystem, driven by institutional reform and record-setting achievements in science and technology.

iPhone 18 Pro tipped to feature advanced triple-layer image sensor

A Samsung factory in Texas is expected to produce sensors for Apple’s next-generation iPhone camera.

Who is Le Thanh Than, the Muong Thanh tycoon just indicted for fraud?

Once hailed for affordable housing, the Muong Thanh boss now stands trial over alleged deceit in property sales.

Hanoi Stock Exchange cancels FLC’s 710 million shares from December 31

The Hanoi Stock Exchange has announced the cancellation of nearly 710 million FLC shares from UPCoM, effective December 31, marking the company’s complete exit from Vietnam’s stock market.

Pham Nhat Vuong loses $1.9 billion in one day amid stock crash

Vietnam's stock market opened sharply lower on December 26, with shares linked to the Vingroup conglomerate hitting the floor after the company announced its withdrawal from the North-South high-speed railway project.

Vietnam celebrates 12 years of empowering ethnic youth through education

More than 2,000 outstanding ethnic minority students and young people from across Vietnam have been honored over 12 years of the national recognition program.

Fourteen-year-old champion Ly Thi Thao: “I just want to keep trying my best”

At just 1.5 meters tall, Ly Thi Thao, a 14-year-old Dao ethnic student from Quang Ninh, defied expectations to win a national gold medal.

Vietnam’s U23 squad begin training camp in Qatar, ready to conquer Asia

U23 Vietnam have departed for Qatar to begin their training camp in preparation for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, with a clear goal of advancing deep into the tournament.

Vietnam's Phu Quoc airport gets new operator

The Ministry of Construction has issued a decision to transfer the operational rights of Phu Quoc International Airport from the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) to Sun Airport Corporation, effective January 1, 2026.

Cold front extends to south-central Vietnam, Hanoi shivers at 12°C

A powerful cold front continues to sweep across Vietnam, bringing rain to central regions and temperatures as low as 12°C in Hanoi.

Hanoi hosts first Triposphere art showcase

For the first time in Vietnam, a global art initiative turns Aqua Art Center into a hub of collective creativity and personal reflection.

It’s time for Vietnam to modernize how holidays are managed

The recent proposal to grant a four-day New Year holiday in 2026 is more than a reason for national celebration - it is a reminder that Vietnam’s management of public holidays needs modernization.

VN to train 2,500 ethnic minority students annually under new national scheme

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a national project to train high-quality human resources among ethnic minorities in key sectors from 2026 to 2035, with a vision toward 2045.

Post-pandemic comeback: Vietnam sets new export record at $470 billion

Amid global challenges, Vietnam’s export sector surged 16% to a historic $470 billion, reaffirming its role as a leading open economy in Asia.

23 senior officials disciplined in Vietnam in 2025, 6 face criminal charges

Authorities report continued progress in tackling corruption and misconduct among high-ranking officials.

Vietnam busts major unlicensed MLM scheme disguised as 'Meta Whale' investment

Meta Whale promoted fake investment opportunities across provinces, drawing in close to 2,000 people.

AI takes the lead: The most valuable smartphone upgrades of 2025

Smartphones in 2025 didn’t blow minds with hardware, but AI turned them into powerful productivity tools.

Prime Minister: Vietnamese people everywhere are self-reliant and proud

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed that Vietnamese people, whether living inside or outside the country, always embody confidence, self-reliance, and national pride.

Police bust large-scale fake gas production ring in Ho Chi Minh City

A criminal ring in Ho Chi Minh City has been exposed for illegally producing and selling counterfeit liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) using fake labels and unauthorized refilling operations.

Hanoi tourism booms with record international arrivals in 2025

Hanoi’s tourism industry has bounced back strongly, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, but experts say the city must now redefine its image and upgrade its products to stay competitive.

Vietnamese football enjoys a golden year of victories in 2025

With a string of championships and gold medals across all levels, Vietnamese football marked one of its most successful years in history.

HCM City to offer 11,000 free tickets to workers heading home for Tet 2026

The city plans to help thousands of migrant workers reunite with families during the Lunar New Year Binh Ngo.

Police recover assets in Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospital corruption investigation

Authorities have retrieved more than 39 billion VND and frozen multiple assets linked to a high-profile case involving losses and waste at Bach Mai 2 and Viet Duc 2 hospitals.