Vietnam shares ethnic minority policy insights with Thai Senate delegation

Thailand's Senate delegation and Vietnam’s Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs convened to share best practices in uplifting ethnic communities.

Storm Bualoi accelerates, threatens central Vietnam with heavy rains

Typhoon Bualoi, now Storm No. 10, is intensifying and moving at double the usual storm speed, prompting urgent preparations along the central coast.

Apple may launch foldable iPhone in 2026

Apple may unveil its first foldable iPhone in 2026, alongside the iPhone 17e and the iPhone 18 series. Here’s why that year could be pivotal for fans of the brand.

Three Thai brothers build herbal empire in Nghe An

From Hop Thanh village (Tam Hop, Nghe An), three brothers of Thai ethnicity – La Van Duy, La Van Cuong, and La Van Khoi – have built the cooperative Tinh Sang Duong, transforming medicinal herbs into a sustainable livelihood for their homeland.

A peaceful village in Mang Den attracts visitors with rice granaries

Images of rice granaries resembling miniature stilt houses, lined up across fields, along village roads, or precariously perched on hillsides in a village in Mang Den, Quang Ngai, are drawing the attention of travelers.

Vietnam’s $60 billion EV challenge: The cost of battery swapping transition

To electrify 80M bikes, Vietnam needs to invest in billions worth of batteries and swap stations.

Photographer wins top prize for breathtaking whale series

A stunning series of whale photos off Quy Nhon earns a top prize in the 2025 Heritage Journey photo contest.

Storm Bualoi becomes Vietnam’s 10th named storm of 2025

Storm Bualoi entered the East Sea on September 26 and is moving rapidly toward north-central Vietnam.

Top Thanh Hoa leaders face discipline over corruption, mismanagement

The Politburo has requested disciplinary action against Do Trong Hung for serious violations during his tenure as Secretary of the Thanh Hoa Provincial Party Committee.

From stage to secrets: The bodyguard who protected A-list stars for 30 years

Tung Yuki, a veteran with 30 years of experience in the bodyguard industry, shares behind-the-scenes stories from his long career protecting famous celebrities in Vietnam's entertainment industry.

Coca-Cola Vietnam project in Ho Chi Minh City ends after 30 years

The beverage giant closes its HCMC facility but continues operations at its new USD 136 million Tay Ninh plant.

Vietnam promotes safe reproductive health for youth amid rising teen pregnancies

According to a 2022 report by the Ministry of Health, pregnancies among adolescents aged 15–19 account for 2.5–3% of the national total, with about 3,000 abortions recorded annually at public health facilities.

HCM City: Over 17,000 women receive cash aid for having two children before 35

More than 17,000 women in Ho Chi Minh City who have two children before turning 35 have received cash aid of either 3 million VND (113 USD) or 5 million VND.

Expansion of naturalisation of citizenship promotes national reconciliation

Amendments to the Vietnamese Nationality Law, including the relaxation of policies for acquiring or re-acquiring Vietnamese nationality, aim to implement the Party's guidelines and the State's laws concerning overseas Vietnamese affairs.

Toyota to drive expansion of green vehicle production in Vietnam

Over the past 30 years, Toyota has produced more than 700,000 vehicles domestically, sold over 1 million cars in Vietnam, and exported vehicles worth more than 1 billion USD.

Vietnam President to chair UN cybercrime convention signing ceremony

The event will be attended by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, along with high-ranking leaders from countries and representatives from regional and international organisations, according the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Plagiarism scandal rocks Vietnam’s contemporary art scene

The controversy underscores the urgent need for better copyright protection and creative ethics.

Anatomy Professor goes viral for clarifying medical training misconception

Associate Professor Ngo Xuan Khoa says there are nine residency doctors majoring in Human Anatomy undergoing in-depth training, not “one every three years”, as some online sources have claimed.

Vietnamese banks embrace AI, shut branches, and block scams

The banking sector digitizes at record pace as customer behavior shifts and data becomes a key asset.

PM calls for WIPO’s support for science, technology development

Vietnam aims to improve its Global Innovation Index ranking from the current 44th place to the top 40 by 2030, and the top 30 by 2045.

Vietnam expresses readiness to work with US on sustainable fisheries trade

Vietnam stands ready to discuss with the US to further promote equitable and sustainable bilateral trade as well as the legitimate interests of people and businesses of both sides.

Vietnam’s second female billionaire emerges as VIC stock skyrockets

Vietnam now boasts seven dollar billionaires, with Pham Thu Huong joining the elite list.

Vietnam to enhance smart city standards with Shanghai partnership

Smart urban development, although relatively new to Vietnam, plays a crucial role in the country's urbanisation process and is prioritised by the Government, said Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung.

Vietnam, Laos step up defence collaboration

Vietnam and Laos affirmed their commitment to strengthen defence partnership as a new Vietnamese defence attaché officially assumed his duties in Vientiane on September 25.

Vietnam, RoK step up cooperation in energy investment and green growth

The Ministry of Industry and Trade, with the Ministry of Finance and KOICA, held a workshop in Hanoi on September 25 to review an energy-saving investment project under Vietnam’s green growth plan.