Global gold prices have risen 62 percent since the beginning of the year, but domestic prices have surged up to 84 percent. People rushing to buy gold are concerned that no gold will be left to purchase and investment opportunities may be missed.

PMs Pham Minh Chinh and Sonexay Siphandone agree to deepen all-round cooperation during the 48th Intergovernmental Committee meeting.

A section of Nguyen Cong Tru Street in Da Nang City suddenly caved in this afternoon, creating a large sinkhole that swallowed two cars and left a third vehicle precariously hanging at the edge.

Authorities arrest Doan Van Sang and warn the public after a violent document linked to the case spreads online.

The Drug Administration of Vietnam (DAV) under the Ministry of Health has released a list of 46 foreign pharmaceutical companies from 12 countries that remain subject to 100% pre-import inspections due to repeated violations of quality standards.

Though Christmas is still weeks away, Saigon’s Notre-Dame Cathedral is already glowing in holiday splendor.

This afternoon, with 419 out of 420 deputies present voting in favor, the National Assembly officially passed the Law on Emergency Situations.

CMC Telecom has officially achieved the ISO/IEC 22301:2019 certification – the world’s highest standard for business continuity management.

The National Assembly is reviewing a draft law to establish a unique court in Ho Chi Minh City with international standards and judicial flexibility.

Tropical storm Koto has weakened into a depression, bringing rain and thunderstorms to Vietnam’s central and southern provinces.

Frustrated by the behavior of a foreign production manager and discontent with working hours and benefits, hundreds of garment workers at Thien Dieu Co., Ltd. (Dai Dong commune, Phu Tho province) staged a walkout in protest.

Con Dao National Park in Ho Chi Minh City protects more than 1,725 marine species, over 1,000 hectares of coral reefs, and 300 hectares of seagrass beds.

As global medical tourism expands rapidly, Vietnam is emerging as a new destination thanks to its high-quality healthcare services, competitive costs and growing medical expertise.

The Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL) has announced that it is coordinating with the Ministry of Public Security to provide free medical check-ups for around 15,000 workers across seven provinces and cities.

Asahi Mutual Life Insurance Company (Asahi Life) of Japan is set to acquire Vietnamese life insurer MVI Life in a deal valued at almost 30 billion JPY (193 million USD).

Vietnam is working with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on a comprehensive review of its national nuclear power infrastructure, an important step in preparing for the Ninh Thuan nuclear power project and similar projects in the future.

Vietnam on December 1 kicked off a month-long series of New Year 2026 celebrations at the National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi’s suburban Doai Phuong commune.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed a decision approving the Digital Government Development Programme, setting a roadmap to build a fully digital state apparatus by 2030.

From capital to execution, the North–South high-speed railway demands real capacity, not promises, to fulfill its national mission.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade is developing the “International Market Expansion Programme 2026–2035” to help businesses grow sustainably, maximise the benefits of new-generation FTAs, strengthen green standards and promote digital trade.

All six students representing Vietnam at the 22nd International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO 2025) in Russia have won medals, securing three silvers and three bronzes, according to Hanoi’s Department of Education and Training.

From December 2, Chinese visitors to Vietnam can use their familiar mobile payment apps to scan VIETQR Global codes and make direct payments at shopping, dining and tourist locations nationwide.

Vietnamese Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang suggested the two ministries strengthen cooperation to firmly safeguard national security and maintain social order in each country.

Vietnam and Laos issued a joint statement following the state visit to Laos by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) To Lam on December 1-2.

The initial loss of the railway sector is estimated at 50 billion VND (1.9 million USD) during the historic flood in the South Central region.