Despite abundant liquidity, banks still racing to raise interest rates

Experts believe the current gap between loan growth and deposit growth mainly reflects a shift in capital structure, rather than a system-wide liquidity shortage.

Hidden chicken feet shop in Hanoi draws huge crowds every day

Despite being tucked away in a narrow alley with steep, creaky stairs, the chicken feet and wings shop run by Quy and his wife remains packed with diners day after day.

A nation united: VN marks historic milestones with grand parades and remembrance

Major events, including fireworks, military parades, and public gifts, highlight Vietnam’s enduring spirit and shared destiny.

Guardians of memory: Co Tu elders and their silent mission

Deep in the forests of Da Nang, the voices and lives of Co Tu elders echo centuries of resilience, guiding their people through cultural preservation.

The quiet power behind Vietnam’s cultural industries

A Vietnam worth visiting, worth living in, and worth staying connected to - not through flowery words, but through the vitality of its culture and the far-reaching power of a national image that is smartly, humanely, and sustainably managed.

Dollar cools and interest rates surge to 8%, gold still hits new highs

The dong/dollar exchange rate is cooling rapidly in the final days of 2025 as deposit interest rates are surging, with some banks offering rates above 8 percent per year.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 tipped for major camera upgrades over predecessor

The next generation of Samsung’s book-style foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, is beginning to take shape - this time with camera improvements that may outshine its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

The secret behind a 40-year-old hidden noodle shop in Can Tho

This no-name noodle stall has served generations of locals for over 40 years, proving that consistency beats quantity.

Four students at one Hanoi school score perfect 1600 on SAT

In the first semester of the 2025–2026 academic year, four students at a Hanoi high school earned perfect 1600 scores on the SAT, a rare achievement globally.

Wave of social housing projects launched across Vietnam

From Hanoi to Da Nang and Quang Ninh, numerous large-scale social housing projects, each worth billions of Vietnamese dong, broke ground on December 19, injecting new momentum into the affordable housing market.

Vietnam trade hits record USD 920 billion, enters top 15 globally

Vietnam’s total import-export turnover in 2025 is projected to set a new all-time record of USD 920 billion, placing the country among the world’s top 15 trading economies and paving the way for stronger economic growth.

Vietnam unveils administrative boundaries for international financial centers

The government defines specific locations in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang to host Vietnam’s two premier financial hubs.

Metro Line 1 sends shockwaves through HCM City’s real estate market

Apartment prices soar by up to 100% following the launch of Metro Line 1, reshaping the city’s housing market.

Vietnam aims to be a top three ASEAN leader in high-performance computing

Vietnam launches a $310M HPC strategy to drive AI growth and train 1,000 experts by 2035.

Why are “hot” university majors at risk of saturation?

Experts say that rushing to register for “hot” majors does not guarantee young people will secure desirable jobs, due to the risk of saturation and the unpredictable volatility of the future job market.

Vietnam’s $15B wood industry adapts to US countervailing duties

Facing U.S. countervailing duties on wood products, Vietnam’s $15 billion wood industry is finding creative and adaptive ways to move forward.

Vietnam’s peacekeepers charm Abyei with pho, spring rolls and iced coffee

The 81st anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army was marked with a solemn and heartwarming ceremony held by Vietnam’s Level-2 Engineering Unit Rotation 4 at the UNISFA mission in Abyei, Africa, on December 19.

Vietjet chairwoman proposed for prestigious Hero of Labor award

The Ministry of Home Affairs is currently seeking public feedback on a proposal to award the title of “Hero of Labor” to Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company.

Eight hot upgrades that make Galaxy S26 Ultra a true tech marvel

Samsung’s most premium flagship is shaping up to be a game-changer, packed with top-tier hardware and exclusive Galaxy AI features.

VNeID may soon evolve into Vietnam’s national digital super-platform

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed upgrading VNeID into a national digital super-platform - transforming it from an identity verification app into a central access point for seamless interaction between the state, businesses, and citizens.

PM Chinh: an ‘innovation mindset’ can help Vietnam reach higher-income status

PM Pham Minh Chinh opened TECHFEST 2025, declaring that Vietnam's innovation aspiration is a "command of the heart, a mindset of the brain, the action of a startup, and a driving force for development," not merely a slogan.

Vietnamese chess couple makes history again with SEA Games gold

Nguyen Ngoc Truong Son and Pham Le Thao Nguyen once again stood atop the SEA Games podium together, repeating a rare and beautiful achievement in Vietnamese sports.

Vietnamese wrestler wins SEA Games gold in just 32 seconds

Vietnamese wrestler Can Tat Du shocked Southeast Asia by winning a gold medal in just 32 seconds, making history at the 33rd SEA Games.

Hanoi breaks ground on $35.2 billion Red River scenic boulevard

The capital’s most ambitious urban development project kicks off, transforming both banks of the Red River.

Thailand dominates SEA Games 33 as Vietnam finishes third overall

The final medal tally of SEA Games 33 clearly illustrates Thailand’s overwhelming dominance as host nation, while also capturing the fierce competition between Vietnam and Indonesia for second place.