Digital heritage experience launched at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam

A new digital heritage product offering visitors an interactive way to explore traditional culture through advanced technology was introduced at Hanoi’s iconic Van Mieu- Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature complex) on November 23.

Solutions sought to lure international film producers to Vietnam

Solutions to attract film producers to localities were the focus of a seminar organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the HCMC Department of Culture and Sports, and the HCMC Institute for Development Studies.

Hanoi hosts Vietnam – US Friendship Festival

A Vietnam – US friendship festival was held in Hanoi on November 23 as part of celebrations of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries (1995–2025).

Central, south-central floods cause nearly 500 million USD in losses

Flooding in Vietnam’s central and south-central regions has caused an estimated 13.078 trillion VND (496 million USD) in economic damage, according to the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority.

Vietnam’s National Assembly honors flood victims with moment of silence

Before beginning the morning session on the draft Law on Intellectual Property, the National Assembly of Vietnam held a minute of silence on November 24 to honor those who lost their lives in the recent natural disasters.

Vietnam, Israel eye stronger education, sci-tech cooperation

A leader of Technion said the university stands ready to expand international cooperation through student and lecturer exchange programmes, postgraduate scholarships, joint research projects, and startup ecosystem connections.

Tropical storm fifteen expected to hit Vietnam’s south-central coast

A new tropical storm is forming over the East Sea and could bring heavy rains to central provinces from November 28.

Culture ministry releases digital transformation strategy for 2025-2030

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has released its digital transformation strategy for the 2025–2030 period.

HCM City sets forth solutions to complete 3 metro lines before 2030

Ho Chi Minh City is rolling out a series of measures aimed at completing three key metro lines before 2030, an official said at a press briefing on economic and social developments on November 20.

Hanoi housing authority cracks down on social housing profiteering

Hanoi has called on police to investigate and address individuals and organizations illegally offering to submit applications for social housing purchases and rentals - practices deemed violations of housing policy.

AI law draft sets out strict penalties and fake content warnings in Vietnam

Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has proposed labeling AI-generated content and imposing fines of up to 2 billion VND for violations under a new draft law.

Vietnam U22 captain to undergo surgery, out for one year

A major injury sidelines Nguyen Van Truong, ruling him out of SEA Games 33 and U23 Asian Cup.

Vietnamese students win top prizes at ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025

Vietnamese university students delivered an exceptional performance at the ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025, winning three out of the top prizes at the prestigious regional cybersecurity competition.

Vietnam’s property market shows signs of steady recovery

Vietnam’s real estate market is gradually regaining momentum following a turbulent period, with experts predicting a shift toward healthier, more stable growth through 2026.

Police deny rumors of acid-related deaths during Dak Lak floods

Authorities debunk social media rumors of acid-related fatalities in central Vietnam floods.

Mekong Dragon Campaign 7 marks milestone in cross-border crime fight

Nearly 60 delegates from customs and law enforcement agencies gathered in Khanh Hoa to review Operation Mekong Dragon 7.

Tears and devastation as Nha Trang returns after historic flood

Tears flowed as residents of Nha Trang confronted the wreckage left behind by unprecedented flooding.

No plan to reduce 34 provinces to 16, ministry confirms

Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs has firmly denied rumors that the country plans to reduce the number of provinces from 34 to 16.

Storm after storm: Experts sound alarm over reservoir operation loopholes

Extreme rainstorms are pushing Vietnam's aging dam management systems to the brink, exposing dangerous gaps in coordination and technology.

Gunma Green Wings release Thanh Thuy for SEA Games duty

Vietnam’s top volleyball star will leave her Japanese club temporarily to rejoin the national team for SEA Games in Thailand.

Ministry of Health proposes nationwide sharing of test and scan results

Over 1,000 diagnostic tests and imaging results may soon be shared across all medical facilities in Vietnam.

VN, UAE expand flight connectivity, streamline visa processes to boost tourism

Streamlined visa processes and greater flight connectivity will help boost tourism between the UAE and Vietnam, as the countries strengthen ties after finalising a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) last year.

Vietnam’s forests show signs of wildlife recovery

Vietnam’s forests are among the most biodiverse in the world, yet their rich wildlife has long been under threat from habitat loss, degradation and unsustainable hunting through snaring.

Vietnam busts 1.2-ton drug trafficking ring from Golden Triangle

Police traced a 1.2-ton drug flow from Laos into Vietnam, leading to one of the country's biggest drug raids.

Staying up all night to buy gold bars cannot be called ‘saving’; NA deputy

“It cannot be called ‘saving’ when people stay up all night and queue from 3 am to buy gold bars,” said National Assembly Deputy Trinh Xuan An, who supports a proposal on taxing income from gold trading.