The sector aims to attract 25 million international visitors, serve 150 million domestic tourists, and earn some 1.12 quadrillion VND in revenue in 2026.

Vietnam’s population has already topped 100 million, but the 2025 population report reveals trends accelerating well beyond earlier forecasts.

Over the past ten years, the E&E sector has become one of Vietnam’s most dynamic growth engines, drawing substantial inflows of high-quality foreign direct investment (FDI) from multinational corporations.

Vietnam Customs on December 25 held a ceremony to mark the country’s total import-export turnover surpassing 900 billion USD for the first time - the highest level ever recorded and a significant achievement in its international economic integration.

The Border Guard Command of Vietnam’s Lai Chau province, and the Honghe Border Management Detachment and the Jinshuihe Immigration Inspection Station of China conducted a joint border patrol on December 25.

An exhibition entitled “Vietnamese cultural heritage – vitality from tradition to modernity” opened on December 25 in Ho Chi Minh.

Real estate projects in Vietnam that have been delayed by regulatory obstacles will gradually see their difficulties resolved, helping to increase market supply and unlock resources for development.

The rise of new investment channels and asset classes, spurred by the establishment of an international financial centre (IFC) in Vietnam, is posing increasing challenges for anti-money laundering efforts, said insiders.

As of December 31, Ho Chi Minh City is expected to continue leading the nation in valid FDI capital and project numbers, with total registered capital standing at 141.9 billion USD across 20,310 projects.

The programme’s overarching goal is to ensure that all people receive primary healthcare management and early, preventive care delivered close to home, thereby reducing disease burden.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man has endorsed Resolution No. 248/2025/QH15, introducing special and breakthrough policies to accelerate education and training development across the national education system.

The Vietnamese tech group CMC is shaping the country’s legal AI future through VLegal-Bench and CMC-AI-Legal-32B, pioneering open standards for domain-specific innovation.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

After initially planning to step down following the 33rd SEA Games, coach Mai Duc Chung has decided to stay on and lead the Vietnam women’s national football team through the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

From iPhones to AirPods and MacBooks, Apple has discontinued several popular products as it refreshes its entire lineup.