After several consecutive years of losses, all four Vietnamese banks under mandatory transfer - GPBank, Vikki Bank, VCBNeo, and MBV - have now reported profits for the year 2025, as confirmed by their respective parent institutions.

Peach blossoms in Nhat Tan, Hanoi, are blooming beautifully ahead of the Lunar New Year (Tet), offering a stunning variety of colors and shapes that are already luring early-bird shoppers.

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) has officially selected Vietnam as the host country for its 41st Annual Convention, scheduled for May 2026.

The possibility of a higher retail price for the iPhone 18 is becoming increasingly likely, as Apple grapples with a sharp rise in memory chip costs - driven by both Samsung and SK Hynix.

100 powerful images on display in Hanoi reflect the spirit of Tet, national pride, and cultural richness under the Party’s leadership.

Hanoi has just been ranked the second most beloved destination in Asia by the Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations 2026 list, published by global travel platform Tripadvisor.

Major changes to salary schemes and pensions are expected as part of the wage reform roadmap under Resolution 27.

An art programme blending music, light, technology and heritage will usher in the New Year 2026 in Hanoi, announced Nhan Dan (People) newspaper, in coordination with the Hanoi People’s Committee at a ceremony on January 27.

Vietnam has set a target of expanding exports by 8% in 2026, equivalent to a turnover of around 513 billion USD by broadening market access and increase added values.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has issued a decision promulgating an implementation plan for Government Decree No. 368/2025/ND-CP on the provision of Mobile Money services.

The Oc Eo Civilisation, which flourished in southern Vietnam from the 1st to the 7th centuries, was first discovered in 1942 by French archaeologist Louis Malleret through artefacts unearthed in Ba The Mountain area, now part of Oc Eo commune.

Meeting the goals set in Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, including a digital economy share of at least 30% of GDP by 2030 and 50% by 2045, will demand more substantive, high-value progress fueled by breakthrough innovations.

VN has called on countries that have yet to sign or ratify the Hanoi Convention to soon complete the procedures so that it can enter into force promptly and deliver practical benefits to the international community in combating cybercrime.

Exceeding its target with 38 gold medals, the Vietnamese para sports delegation concluded a highly successful campaign at the 13th ASEAN Para Games, further cementing its strong presence on the regional stage.

Cultural tourism holds undeniable potential to rise as one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most coveted signatures, but it still largely exists as a supplementary component.

A new cherry blossom viewing space was officially launched on the evening of January 27 along Tran Hung Dao street, a heritage route lined with distinctive French-style villas in Da Lat, the central province of Lam Dong.

The Border Guard Command of Lao Cai province and the Honghe Border Management Unit, the Hekou Entry-Exit Inspection Station in China’s Yunnan province launched their 2026 joint patrol on January 28.

Ship 17 of Brigade 171 under Naval Region 2, together with a working delegation of the Vietnam People’s Navy on January 28 began its voyage to participate in activities within the framework of the 2026 multilateral naval exercise (MILAN) in India.

The plan sets out clear assignments, timelines and accountability for all involved agencies and units to ensure the Decree is followed in a timely, comprehensive, concerted, effective and lawful manner.

Vietnam is fast becoming a key destination for artificial intelligence (AI) investment, attracting global interest across infrastructure, platforms and applications.

A documentary co-produced by Vietnam and Belgium titled "Hair, Paper, Water" is set to be screened at the “En ville !” documentary film festival in Brussels on the evening of January 30.

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has signed a decision approving a pilot scheme to develop a smart border gate at the Mong Cai (Vietnam) – Dongxing (China) international border gate pair.

Hanoi will officially launch its 2026 tourism season with the programme “Get on Hanoi 2026,” scheduled to take place from January 30 to February 1, 2026, at the Tay Ho Creative Cultural Space.

Vietnam currently ranks third in the world in cassava exports, but its cassava supply chain continues to face significant challenges, heard a meeting held in Hanoi on January 28.

Tilapia exports to the US surged by 173% in 2025, as two major suppliers of the food, including China and Brazil, faced high tariffs, altering the supply landscape in this market.