Hanoi’s recent moves haven’t yet resolved the deep-rooted difficulties of a city with nearly 9 million residents. But they mark something important: the city has begun confronting its toughest urban bottlenecks directly.

A Hanoi resident who discovered more than VND2 billion (over $80,000) unexpectedly deposited into her bank account has been praised for her honesty after turning to local police for help in returning the money.

A total of 23 provinces and cities have at least two key local leaders elected to the new Party Central Committee, marking a new chapter in local-level political consolidation.

From December 15, 2025, any wage or salary payment of VND5 million or more must be made via cashless methods to qualify as deductible business expenses.

Authorities are investigating Sago Food’s supply chain after reports of substandard food reached school cafeterias across the city.

In the wake of several large-scale toxic food production rings being exposed, Ho Chi Minh City has launched a sweeping inspection campaign targeting 1,320 food-related facilities ahead of Tet 2026.

Xuan Son delivered a match-winning performance with a brace as Nam Dinh cruised past Lion City Sailors 3-0 on January 29, sealing their spot in the semifinals of the 2025/26 ASEAN Club Championship with one group match to spare.

Lao Cai police, in joint operation with Cambodian authorities, arrest dozens involved in massive cross-border scam targeting Vietnamese victims.

Vietnam’s breakout football talents were in the spotlight at the Victory Cup 2025 gala, held on January 29, as U23 Vietnam and their standout figures brought home top honors.

Vietnam and the European Union officially upgraded their bilateral relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership today - a milestone in the 35-year journey since diplomatic ties were first established.

A strong cold front arriving January 31 is forecast to bring widespread rain and biting cold, with northern highlands dipping under 8°C.

Long queues and sold-out signs are back at gold shops across Vietnam as SJC prices surge to record highs, fanning both hope and fear among investors.

The Chinese President’s envoy visits Hanoi to extend personal congratulations to General Secretary To Lam and the 14th Party Congress.

Vietnam will work with the Board of Peace to implement the peace plan, end the Gaza conflict, and advance a two-state solution in line with international law and UN resolutions, said Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang.

The Vietnamese futsal team continued their impressive run at the 2026 AFC Futsal Championship with a composed 2-0 victory over Lebanon, securing a place in the quarterfinals with one game to spare.

As part of his official visit to Vietnam, European Council President Antonio Costa, along with ambassadors from several EU countries, toured the construction site of Hanoi's metro line 3 and the historic Temple of Literature on January 29.

A new anti-peep display will ensure your passwords and private data remain hidden - even when others glance from the side.

Diplomatic breakthroughs in 2025 show Vietnam stepping forward as a strategic, active contributor to international systems.

To prevent Vietnam’s creative industries from developing in a fragmented and scattered way, we need a unified vision for the image of Vietnam that we want the world to remember.

With local companies now engaging in chip design, manufacturing and testing, Vietnam is laying the groundwork to become self-reliant in the semiconductor industry.

The strategic partnership aims to build a robust service model capable of delivering large-scale, high-tech IT projects between Japan and Vietnam.

A dangerous chemical once used in root canal therapy is back in circulation through illegal channels, sparking fears of lasting damage.

Among the 200 newly-elected members of Vietnam’s 14th Party Central Committee, 12 are ministers or heads of equivalent-level bodies, alongside 24 deputy ministers.

A total of 33 teachers at To Hien Thanh High School are under scrutiny for changing students’ scores in major exams, raising ethical concerns across the education sector.

The Nipah virus is a deadly infectious disease with a high fatality rate, but health experts stress there is no reason for public alarm. The risk of a major outbreak in Vietnam remains very low.