New government committee to streamline administrative structure in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has established a Steering Committee to oversee the restructuring of administrative units and the implementation of a two-tier local government system.

Japan urged to expand support for Vietnam’s ethnic minority and remote regions

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung has called for increased Japanese investment and development initiatives in Vietnam’s most disadvantaged regions, emphasizing the need for greater cooperation in workforce training and economic empowerment.

Vietnam’s EV industry to create 6.5 million jobs by 2050, says World Bank

A World Bank report released on March 12, 2025, underscores Vietnam’s booming electric vehicle market, which is expected to revolutionize transportation and generate millions of high-tech jobs.

Cold wave incoming: Northern Vietnam to experience dry, chilly weather

A new cold wave will bring rain and a significant temperature drop, followed by sunny yet chilly conditions across northern Vietnam.

General Secretary To Lam: Embracing innovation to lead in the digital era

During a policy speech at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, General Secretary To Lam emphasized that Vietnam’s path to prosperity lies in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

Vietnam strengthens global film industry ties with AI and US collaboration

Vietnamese cinema is evolving with AI-powered filmmaking, global collaborations, and new government incentives, making it a rising player in the international film industry.

Surgeons remove nearly 1kg hairball from 12-year-old girl's stomach

Doctors at the Quang Ngai Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital successfully performed surgery to remove a hairball weighing nearly 1 kilogram from the stomach of a 12-year-old girl.

Vietnam’s auto market surges in February, VinFast outperforms foreign brands

Car sales in Vietnam grew by 14% in February, with VinFast maintaining its dominant position, outselling Toyota, Hyundai, Ford, and KIA combined.

Vietnam evaluates China’s COMAC C909 aircraft for Vietjet Air operations

Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAV) has assessed the COMAC C909, reviewing its safety, performance, and regulatory compliance as Vietjet considers leasing the aircraft.

Hoi An three decades ago: A foreign journalist’s forgotten snapshots

A foreign journalist revisiting Hoi An after 30 years shares rare photos and unforgettable memories of a simpler, quieter era before the UNESCO-listed town became a top global destination.

Bich Thuy hits 100-point milestone in South Korean volleyball league

Vietnamese volleyball star Bich Thuy has officially surpassed 100 points for GS Caltex, despite her team falling short in a hard-fought match against Expressway.

VFF’s first reaction to Tran Anh Tu’s resignation

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) has officially responded after Vice President Tran Anh Tu submitted his resignation, citing personal business commitments.

New HCM City–Con Dao high-speed ferry service to launch March 28

A high-speed ferry service from Ho Chi Minh City to Con Dao will begin operations on March 28, offering a faster and more convenient travel option. Learn more about the new route and its potential impact.

AI-powered game development: A new gold rush for creators?

A programmer with no prior game development experience used AI to create a game that now earns $50,000 per month. As artificial intelligence reshapes the gaming industry, is making money from AI-generated games becoming a reality?

South Korean receives heavy fine for fatal traffic accident in northern VN

The People’s Court of Hoa Bình Province has sentenced Hong Seok Joo, a South Korean national, to a VNĐ40 million fine for violating road traffic regulations that led to a fatal motorbike accident.

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex valued at 213 bln USD: experts

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex in the northern province of Ninh Binh holds exceptional natural and cultural significance, carrying an economic value of 213 billion USD.

European Investment Bank helps VN unlock green finance

The partnership will help to strengthen Vietnam’s financial sector for climate investments.

VN – US trade surpasses $22 billion in the first two months of 2025

Experts predict that VN’s key export industries, including textiles, wooden furniture, electronic machinery and agricultural products, will continue to see positive growth in the US market throughout 2025.

World Bank raises VN’s growth forecast to 6.8 per cent

As export demand may decrease this year, Việt Nam should strengthen domestic business activities and services to drive economic growth, says Mariam Sherman, World Bank director for VN, Cambodia and Laos.

Canada’s trade policy changes expected to boost for Vietnamese exports

Canada’s recent changes in trade policies focusing on reducing domestic trade barriers are expected to provide significant benefits to Vietnam’s export.

Financial Times granted licence to reopen Vietnam bureau

With the reopening of the Financial Times' Vietnam bureau, the number of foreign news agencies with a permanent presence in the country has now risen to 30.

Hanoi to slash business conditions by at least 30%

In a document issued on March 11, the Hanoi People’s Committee stressed the need to mobilise all economic sectors, businesses and citizens to engage in socio-economic development, contributing to national growth.

Vietnam partners with Israel for hi-tech agricultural innovation

Vietnam's Vitad Group and Israel's Ginosar Agro on March 12 signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement to accelerate the adoption of advanced Israeli technology in crop development across Vietnam.

Hung Kings Temple Festival is expected to draw in four million visitors

The festival will feature a solemn and respectful ceremony, emphasising its deep community significance, alongside a lively celebration blending traditional and modern folk activities.

HCM City to auction 26ha of land for TOD along second metro line

HCM City plans to auction a 26-hectare site in Tân Phú District this year to facilitate Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) linked to its second metro line, which connects Bến Thành Market in District 1 to Tham Lương Depot in District 12.