Seafood exports up 8% in Q1

Vietnam’s seafood exports posted steady growth in the first quarter of 2026, reaching an estimated 2.64 billion USD, up nearly 8% year-on-year, supported largely by strong demand from China despite mixed performance across major markets.

Tourism in the highlands focuses on indigenous cultures’ ‘daily rhythms’

In highland villages, residents have not had to abandon their fields to develop tourism, instead, they have introduced their daily rhythms, livelihoods, and indigenous culture.

Cross-border e-commerce potential remains largely untapped

Vietnam’s cross-border e-commerce sector is expanding rapidly but still represents a small fraction of the country’s total trade, highlighting untapped potential for export growth, experts say.

HCM City couple saves for 7 years to backpack through 14 countries

Initially planning a 6-month overland journey, Pham Kien, 36, a native of HCMC, and his wife Nguyen Thi Nhu Ngoc, 36, originally from Lam Dong, have been on the road for nine months.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 aims to outpace rivals in 2026

A fresh leak about the Galaxy Z Fold 8 suggests Samsung may have a strong answer ready for intensifying competition in the foldable smartphone market.

Why Mui Ne is on every traveler’s radar in 2026

Located about 200km from Ho Chi Minh City, Mui Ne has emerged as one of the world’s most talked-about travel destinations for 2026, thanks to its striking landscapes and diverse range of experiences.

Tax authority warns of widespread losses among large enterprises

Vietnam’s tax authority has flagged more than 400 companies earning over VND1,000 billion (US$41 million) annually yet reporting losses, highlighting potential risks of tax evasion.

Vietnam advised to build sustainable linkages for bioethanol production

As demand for blending E10 RON95 biofuel continues to rise, ensuring a stable supply of input materials such as cassava and maize for ethanol production remains a significant challenge, requiring coordinated and comprehensive solutions.

U23 Vietnam may blend youth with experience at Asiad

Head coach Kim Sang Sik is considering a shift in personnel strategy for U23 Vietnam ahead of the Asiad tournament scheduled for September in Japan.

Misunderstood risks of vaping among youth

A recent study on the use of and exposure to advertising for e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products among young people aged 18-24 has revealed a series of concerning findings.

Vietnam to welcome Slovak PM Robert Fico for official visit

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that, at the invitation of Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will pay an official visit to Vietnam from April 12 to 14.

Expanding personal income tax exemptions to drive knowledge economy

A draft decree guiding the implementation of the Personal Income Tax (PIT) Law is being widely viewed by legal experts as a strategic policy move, going beyond mere technical tax adjustments to support long-term economic transformation.

Are pickup trucks losing favor after a decade-long boom in Vietnam?

Once seen as a two-in-one choice for many Vietnamese - stylish for city driving yet practical for carrying goods - pickup trucks have enjoyed nearly a decade of strong growth in the domestic market. However, the situation may now be changing.

New governor pushes for lower interest rates to support growth

Commercial banks have reached strong consensus on reducing market interest rates to support businesses and individuals, committing to lower both deposit and lending rates following a high-level meeting.

VN rolls out national programme to prevent gender-based violence through 2030

The plan also targets the establishment of inter-agency coordination mechanisms in 60% of localities, while all provinces and cities are required to apply information technology in receiving reports, managing cases and supporting victims.

Vietnam property market enters a phase of correction and filtering

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction says that improving housing supply will help stabilize the overall market, limit unreasonable price increases, and create more favorable conditions for genuine homebuyers.

National strategy on innovative start-ups unveiled

The Government has issued Resolution No. 86/NQ-CP promulgating the national strategy on innovative start-ups, aiming to foster a wave of innovation-driven entrepreneurship across society, grounded in science, technology and digital transformation.

Lawmakers propose curbs on children’s social media use

Delegates at the National Assembly have called for stronger measures to protect children in digital spaces, including proposals to study banning or restricting minors’ use of social media platforms.

Vietnam tourism targets 45–50 million international visitors by 2030

Vietnam’s tourism sector has set an ambitious target of welcoming between 45-50 million international visitors by 2030, under an adjusted national tourism development plan for the 2021–2030 period with a vision to 2045.

Airlines assured of fuel for holiday rush, ticket price hike pending

Vietnam’s aviation sector has secured sufficient jet fuel for the April 30 peak, while proposals to raise domestic airfare caps remain under review.

Bringing Vietnamese culture, art values closer to international friends

Amid rising global integration, Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW highlights international cultural engagement as a long-term strategy to promote Vietnamese cultural and artistic values worldwide.

Student admitted to top US universities aims to outsmart the weather

Phan Hoang Lam, a gifted math student from Hanoi, has secured admission to leading US universities, driven by a vision to help farmers better navigate climate uncertainty.

Congratulatory letters, messages sent to Vietnam’s key leaders

Leaders of Russia, Brunei, Japan, Venezuela, South Africa, Kazakhstan, Angola, Sweden and Switzerland and political parties have sent congratulatory messages and letters to Vietnam's Party, State, Government, and National Assembly leaders.

Top leader appoints eight new judges to Supreme People’s Court

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam presided over a ceremony in Hanoi on April 9 to present decisions appointing eight judges to the Supreme People’s Court.

Workers favour longer break for Hung Kings holiday and Reunification Day

Around 62% of workers participating in a recent survey have expressed support for extending the April 30 - May 1 holiday through a rearrangement of compensatory working days.