Nine Vietnamese firms enter TIME’s Asia-Pacific’s 500 Best Companies list

Nine Vietnamese companies have been included in TIME magazine’s list of the 500 Best Companies in Asia-Pacific for 2026, highlighting the country’s growing corporate presence across multiple industries.

Vietnamese Minister of National Defence receives US Under Secretary of War

Giang also thanked the US for its support in addressing post-war bomb and mine clearance, dioxin remediation, and in the search, recovery and identification of fallen and missing Vietnamese soldiers.

Party chief meets with representatives of Vietnamese community, agencies in US

The Party chief noted that the Vietnamese community in the US is increasingly integrating deeply, always looking towards the homeland with a desire to make practical contributions to the cause of national construction and defence.

Vietnam remains Singapore’s 10th largest trading partner in January

Vietnam has retained its position as Singapore’s 10th largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching 4.5 billion SGD (around 3.5 billion USD) in January, up 33.9% year on year.

Over 8,300 babies born in first four days of Tet holiday

A total of 8,358 babies were born at medical facilities nationwide, through both natural delivery and cesarean sections, during the first four days of the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, according to the Ministry of Health.

Finastra research: Vietnam’s financial sector accelerates AI adoption

The Finastra Financial Services State of the Nation 2026 report shows that 94% of financial institutions in Vietnam plan to increase investment in AI over the next 12 months.

Metro infrastructure boosts transit-oriented development

The gradual operation of metro lines in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is a major milestone in the development of urban transport infrastructure.

Mekong Delta farmers get high rice yields from rice – shrimp farms

Farmers in the Mekong Delta are getting high yields and good prices for rice grown under the rice – shrimp farming model.

Party chief witnesses signing, exchange of Vietnam–US contracts

The total value of the documents signed and exchanged between Vietnamese and US businesses reached 37.2 billion USD, reflecting strong and determined commitments from partners as bilateral relations enter a new stage of development.

HCM City defines four pillar product groups for International Financial Centre

The Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) has been structured around four pillar product groups.

Central region bursts into life in early spring

Vietnam’s central region bursts into life each early spring, as a series of distinctive, centuries-old festivals draw both locals and visitors into celebrations steeped in deep cultural heritage and communal tradition.

Xoan singing part of Vietnam's unique identity on world heritage map.

In the vast treasure trove of Vietnamese folk art, Xoan singing stands as a unique jewel, inextricably linked to the worship of the Hung Kings — the nation's legendary founders.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways, Boeing sign agreement for 40 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners

With this record-breaking 22.5 billion USD agreement with Boeing, Sun PhuQuoc Airways further affirms its position and strong capabilities as a dynamic young airline.

VN crowned as world’s most affordable expat destination for fifth straight year

Vietnam has once again been voted as the world’s most affordable country for expats in 2026, securing the top spot for the fifth consecutive year, according to the French newswire Journal du Net (JDN).

Vietnamese airlines seal multi-billion-dollar deals in US

Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet have signed a series of major agreements worth over $14 billion with US partners during a visit by Party General Secretary To Lam to Washington D.C.

Tet 2026: Travellers opt for affordable recharge, closer-to-home experiences

More households in Vietnam are moving beyond the classic Tet formula of family gatherings, home-cooked feasts, and hosting visitors. Increasingly, they are choosing shared travel as a way to unwind, recharge, and deepen familial ties.

Hue welcomes first int'l cruise ship in Year of the Horse 2026

In 2025, Chan May Port in Hue welcomed 46 cruise ships with a total of 131,515 passengers and crew members. In 2026, the number of cruise calls is expected to nearly double to around 88, bringing an estimated 260,000 arrivals.

Party Chief To Lam attends inaugural meeting of Gaza Board of Peace in US

President Trump highly appreciated General Secretary Lam's participation in the meeting, affirming his deep respect for Vietnam, an admirable country with an increasingly significant role and influence.

Vietnam remains bright spot in Asia-Pacific property landscape: Savills

With a solid macroeconomic foundation, rising incomes, and sustained foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, Vietnam is expected to remain a bright spot in the Asia - Pacific real estate landscape.

Vietnamese Party chief receives US Trade Representative

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam received the US Trade Representative, Ambassador Jamieson Greer, in Washington D.C. on February 19 on the occasion of attending the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace.

VN top leader meets with foreign leaders on sidelines of Board of Peace meeting

The leaders congratulated General Secretary Lam on his re-election and conveyed congratulations to the Party, State, and people of Vietnam on the successful organisation of the 14th National Party Congress.

Party Chief To Lam holds phone talks with former US Senator Patrick Leahy

General Secretary To Lam held phone talks with former US Senator Patrick Leahy, a long-standing close friend of Vietnam, on February 19 on the occasion of attending the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace in the US.

Vietnam, US seek ways to deepen all-round ties

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington D.C. on February 19, during which the two sides discussed measures to further promote Vietnam - US relations in the future.

Good fortune, peace and cultural experiences within spring journeys

In recent years, alongside the tradition of family reunions during the Lunar New Year (Tet), travelling during the holiday has become increasingly popular.

Pre-hospital emergency care: the critical "make or break” period

Associate Professor Dr Hoang Bui Hai believes that to save lives during the "golden hour," the healthcare system must make some fundamental changes.