A Vietnam Studies Centre at Thailand's Khon Kaen University (KKU) will build a platform to promote cultural exchanges and educational cooperation, thereby strengthening Vietnam–Thailand friendship.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung reaffirmed Vietnam’s support for greater investment from global energy firms, including those from the Republic of Korea, in renewables, alongside a fair and transparent legal framework.

The Hanoi Election Committee on March 20 issued Resolution No79 announcing the election results and the list of elected delegates to the 17th Hanoi People’s Council for the 2026–2031 term.

The two sides discussed specific cooperation programmes to help strengthen collaboration in technical infrastructure and promote sustainable transport within the framework of the Vietnam–Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called on the Vietnamese youth to take the lead in key areas to drive national development, urging stronger dedication, innovation and a pioneering spirit in building and safeguarding the nation.

Once known as a prominent bird trader in his region, Nguyen Cong Xuan has chosen a different path - one that brings life back to nature while creating a sustainable livelihood for his family.

While building a fully-fledged international financial centre will take time, the VIFC is gradually moving from positioning to building credibility, thereby opening up new opportunities to attract global capital in the years ahead.

Holding nearly 70% of Vietnam’s fuel market, the Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex) and the Petrovietnam Oil Corporation (PVOIL), have proactively taken measures to enable the sale of E10 RON95 biofuel nationwide ahead of schedule.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has highlighted Vietnam’s push for science – technology development and the potential for its cooperation with Germany during a working visit to the European nation from March 22 to 25.

The Supreme People’s Procuracy has prosecuted former Health Minister Nguyen Thi Kim Tien for mismanaging State assets in a case tied to the second campuses of Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospitals.

Vietnam and China have signed a technical cooperation agreement on planning two standard-gauge railways Hanoi – Dong Dang and Hai Phong – Ha Long – Mong Cai, marking progress in bilateral railway connectivity.

The Vietnam Software and IT Services Association (VINASA) and the Services Export Promotion Council of India (SEPC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in New Delhi on March 25.

Vietnam's national football team delivered a dominant display to beat Bangladeshi rivals 3–0 in an international friendly match during the March 2026 FIFA Days at Hang Day Stadium in Hanoi.

The HCM City Department of Science and Technology has asked Viettel, VNPT, and MobiFone to research and pilot 6G. However, the enterprises have acknowledged existing difficulties.

After the Traffic Police Department clarified the criteria for classifying pickup trucks as passenger cars or trucks, many owners are worried that their vehicles may be banned from entering inner-city areas.

Vietnam’s newly elected National Assembly is set to convene its first session, where key state leadership positions will be formally appointed.

Domestic fuel prices were adjusted upward by VND3,528–8,994 per liter/kg on the night of March 19, reaching the highest level on record in the country.

After a temporary shutdown linked to an ongoing investigation, Bao Tin Minh Chau has resumed operations while past violations resurface.

Dak Lak introduces new regulations to tighten durian trading, aiming to protect farmers and boost market transparency.

Many Vietnamese users have the habit of uploading medical records to ChatGPT for diagnosis or automatically granting ride-hailing apps access to their entire photo libraries, unintentionally exposing their private lives to data-collection tactics.

A delegation from the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs paid tribute on March 26 to Cardinal Gioan Baotixita Pham Minh Man, former Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam and Russia have signed an agreement to build the Ninh Thuan 1 nuclear power plant, marking a historic milestone and laying the foundation for a new symbol of bilateral relations in the years ahead.

More dark aspects of Shark Binh revealed after a decade of prominence; chair of Duc Giang Chemicals and his son arrested; Vu The Phiet arrested, ACV appoints acting chair; and iNick is about to be eliminated from April 1 are notable news of the week.

Rising fuel prices driven by tensions in the Middle East are pushing up production and transportation costs, prompting many businesses to accelerate energy-saving measures and shift towards electricity.

The airline accelerates its international push with a Seoul route, strategic partnership, and plans to link Phu Quoc with Korea’s major hubs.