A trade promotion forum held in Kuala Lumpur on May 15 highlighted growing efforts by Vietnam and Malaysia to deepen business connectivity and strengthen integration among enterprises from both countries.

The enduring value and global relevance of President Ho Chi Minh’s ideology were highlighted at a ceremony in Caracas marking the Vietnamese leader’s 136th birth anniversary (May 19, 1890 - 2026).

The event marked the 136th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890–2026) and looked ahead to the 50th anniversary of Saigon-Gia Dinh being officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City (July 2, 1976–2026).

The “I Love My Fatherland” journey will span seven stages across historical and cultural sites and “red addresses” nationwide. There will be a combination of education on traditions, field-based programmes, and digital communications.

Vietnam’s coastal tourism market is entering the 2026 summer peak season on a strong note, with popular destinations including Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Ha Long and Cat Ba recording robust visitor growth from early May.

The Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical Plant in the central province of Thanh Hoa has received more than 950,000 barrels of Djeno crude oil imported from the Republic of Congo for fuel production to meet domestic market demand.

The Ministry of Public Security’s Investigation Security Agency on May 15 initiated criminal proceedings against five cases involving alleged copyright and related rights infringement at several companies and organisations.

HCM City is seeking to transform itself from a major cargo gateway into a regional maritime finance hub, with the Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC) expected to anchor a new ecosystem linking ports, logistics and global capital flows.

Vietnam wanted to remain their battling performance at the tournament and repeat their win against Australia when the two sides will play each other in the quarter-finals of the AFC Asian U17 Cup on May 17 (Hanoi time).

The Ministry of Public Security said it would strengthen the management of foreigners living and travelling in the country, while maintaining relatively open visa and immigration policies aimed at supporting tourism, investment and economic growth.

It is rare for Hanoi to make a decision capable of reshaping the development structure of the city so dramatically.

Fearing persecution, many Cambodians fled to Vietnam to seek refuge. With support from local authorities, many have since built prosperous lives in Vietnam.

Separated from his biological family at birth, a man in Hanoi is hoping for a miracle to reunite with his relatives after decades of searching.

Many Vietnamese have a habit of going to the hospital only when their body sends clear signals, even at a late stage. The reason is the fear of discovering illness.

Once the top graduate of a prestigious university, a young woman from Hai Phong left urban life behind and returned to her hometown to build a family farm spanning thousands of square meters.

Ethnic minority deputies to Vietnam’s National Assembly serve as bridges connecting the voices of remote villages with national policymaking, transforming Party guidelines into tangible benefits for the people.

Vietnam’s religious communities played a significant role in the country’s revolutionary struggle and continue contributing to national unity and development today.

A small island off Vietnam’s central coast has captured the heart of a Romanian traveler who says he fell in love with the destination at first sight.

Vietnam records about 200,000 stroke cases each year, making it the second leading cause of death after general cardiovascular disease. As a result, many people are worried and turn to expensive stroke screening packages.

Only slightly more than 60% of lower secondary school graduates in Hanoi will have the opportunity to enter public high schools this year - a figure education experts describe as deeply concerning for a major city.

Generations of ethnic affairs officials reunited in Hanoi to reflect on decades of dedication to ethnic minority communities.

Samsung could be preparing a major turning point for foldable smartphones with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, ahead of an expected showdown with Apple’s first foldable iPhone.

Instead of following the conventional exam-focused path after failing twice to make the national team, Tran Quynh Trang chose to pursue scientific research early on.

Chef Tung Phan is redefining Vietnamese fine dining in America through Camille, the first Vietnamese restaurant in the US to earn a Michelin star.

The race to eliminate screen creases in foldable smartphones is heating up, but users may care more about overall performance.