Each year, a few standout models shoulder the sales performance of entire car brands - and 2025 was no exception. Vietnam’s rapidly growing auto market saw both familiar names and new contenders dominate the sales charts.

Vietnam posted a remarkable economic performance in 2025, outpacing both regional and global averages. With this momentum, the country has officially entered the ranks of upper-middle income economies.

VietNamNet is honored to present the article by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, titled “Economic diplomacy transforms decisively for the nation’s strong and prosperous development.”

Foreign journalists visit Vietnam for Party Congress, pledging objective reporting and deeper coverage of the country’s achievements and future direction.

Authorities have issued an administrative fine to a Vietnamese man identified as H.Q.K for appearing in a video inviting foreign tourists to use illegal drugs in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

A foreign tourist in Son Tra wrapped bananas around his body to tease wild monkeys, drawing intervention and public criticism.

New leaks are reigniting the debate over what materials Apple will choose for the iPhone Fold - its first-ever foldable phone.

Ambitious GDP targets in the lead-up to the 14th Party Congress demand radical institutional reforms and a shift away from outdated growth models.

Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) has just released an updated list of shareholders holding 1% or more of its charter capital, revealing the addition of a notable new foreign stakeholder.

Cultural diplomacy has helped Vietnam boost its international reputation while advancing its long-term national goals with global resonance.

On the morning of January 19, the Japanese Coast Guard patrol ship Akitsushima docked at Tien Sa Port in Da Nang, kicking off a five-day visit to the central Vietnamese city. The vessel carried 60 officers and crew members.

The 14th National Congress has officially elected 16 Politburo members to the Presidium, marking a key step as the Congress begins its formal sessions in Hanoi.

“Con ke ba nghe” surged to the top of Vietnam’s weekend box office, ending the reign of “Thien duong mau” and raking in 33 billion VND just days after its release.

Authorities have uncovered a massive counterfeit food production ring linked to Medistar Vietnam’s CEO, Doan Trung Duc, with estimated revenue nearing $72 million.

While 2025 marked a high point in earnings for Vietnam’s film industry, the success was largely concentrated in a few blockbusters, revealing systemic imbalances.

This morning, at the National Convention Center in Hanoi, the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam convened its preliminary session.

State President Luong Cuong on January 16 presented decisions appointing Vietnamese ambassadors to overseas postings for the 2025–2028 tenure.

Vietnam will officially transition to the use of E5 and E10 biofuels from June 1, 2026 in line with a roadmap prepared over many years by the Government and relevant ministries and sectors.

The 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers' Meeting (ADGMIN) has approved the Hanoi Declaration on digital cooperation, reaffirming the bloc’s goals and principles as outlined in the 1967 Bangkok Declaration and the ASEAN Charter.

Vietnam, particularly Ho Chi Minh City, is emerging as a new destination for billion-dollar capital flows into data centre real estate, driven by rapid AI adoption and a growing push for digital infrastructure.

2026 marks a turning point for Vietnam’s fast-evolving e-commerce sector, shifting from high-speed expansion to a more regulated, standardised phase that levels the playing field for multichannel and cross-border platforms.

Passengers planning to travel during the Tet peak period are advised to book tickets early to secure suitable flight schedules.

Do Ha Nam, Chairman of the Vietnam Food Association (VFA), said that 2026 presents numerous difficulties and challenges, and the global supply glut significantly impacts all exporters, including Vietnam.

Tourism growth has also facilitated poverty reduction. In 2025 alone, the poverty rate fell by 5.2%

Vietnam considers capacity-building and greater self-reliance in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation a strategic priority, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang.