Samsung’s fourth Galaxy S26 model hints at a price-driven strategy

Signals from industry databases suggest that the South Korean smartphone maker is not done with the Galaxy S26 generation, as a fourth model is currently in development.

Pepper exports soar as Thailand doubles imports from Vietnam

Thailand has doubled its spending on importing pepper - often referred to as “black gold” - from Vietnam, making the country its largest supplier of the commodity.

Government members elected to 16th National Assembly

Several senior officials, including ministers and deputy ministers, have secured seats in Vietnam’s newly elected legislature.

76 ethnic minority deputies elected to 16th National Assembly

The newly-elected legislature reflects Vietnam’s diversity, with representatives from many ethnic communities across the country.

VN calls for collective action on water, air, climate and sustainable future

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, in collaboration with UNICEF Vietnam, on March 21 launched a major environmental campaign to mark World Water Day 2026, World Meteorological Day 2026, and Earth Hour 2026.

Execution gap holds back Vietnam’s SMEs

Vietnamese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may not lack strategy or ambition, but many struggle to turn plans into results, business leaders and experts said at the SME Forum 2026 held in Ho Chi Minh City on March 20.

Resolution announcing results of 16th National Assembly election adopted

The National Election Council (NEC) convened its fifth meeting on March 21 to adopt a resolution announcing the official results of the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and the list of elected deputies.

General election’s voter turnout highest ever recorded: Press conference

According to preliminary reports from 34 provinces and centrally-governed cities, as many as 76,198,214 out of 76,423,940 eligible voters cast ballots, representing a turnout of 99.7% - the highest-ever rate recorded.

Fertiliser market strives to remain stable amid global shocks

Rising tensions in the Middle East are pushing up global fertiliser prices and raising concerns about input costs for farmers, as disruptions to key shipping routes threaten supplies of critical raw materials.

Middle East conflict tests resilience of Vietnam’s agriculture sector

The challenges posed by the Middle East conflict are not only a shared difficulty but also a test of the resilience and adaptability of Vietnam’s agriculture and environment sector.

HCM City firms adjust markets to maintain jobs amid global shipping disruptions

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global shipping routes and pushing up logistics costs, forcing businesses in Ho Chi Minh City to adjust production plans, diversify markets and seek new supply sources.

Natural history museums pulling in huge crowds

Vietnam is serious about featuring its natural science scene into the modern age and making it a must-see for anyone hunting thrills and smarts

Hanoi’s “new visual classroom” brings history alive

Right from the first days of warm spring, the spot has been pulling in big crowds of locals and tourists eager to dive into its star attraction: “Admiring imperial annotations – Preserving woodblock imprints".

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh leaves for official visit to Russia

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, accompanied by a high-level Vietnamese delegation, departed from Hanoi at noon on March 22 for an official visit to Russia from March 22–25, at the invitation of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

Surge in VND20-30 million/m2 apartments signals new hope for homebuyers

The real estate market is beginning to show positive signs with the year 2026 expected to bring improvements in both supply and demand.

Experts suggest top career paths for female students in the AI era

AI may automate tasks, but it cannot replace human empathy and creativity. Experts have encouraged female students to leverage their natural strengths in fields like STEM, humanities, and healthcare to thrive in a rapidly changing 2026 job market.

Ho Chi Minh City detects over 84,500 traffic violations through camera system

Traffic police in Ho Chi Minh City have detected more than 84,500 traffic violations since the beginning of 2026 through a network of surveillance cameras combined with direct on-road monitoring.

From home-cooked meal, Cham woman builds ‘Malaysia Street’ in HCMC

From a simple headscarf and hospitable meals, a Cham woman laid the foundation for "Malaysia Street" in HCMC, a place that serves the Muslim community and attracts a large number of international tourists.

Controversial singer tarnishes Vietnamese music and flouts the law

Rapper RichChoi, the runner-up of King of Rap 2020, has been involved in numerous scandals throughout his career. He recently sparked outrage among audiences by promoting illegal gambling.

Electric-motorbike prices plummet, some models cut by up to VND17 million

Severa electric motorbike brands have launched major promotions, with some models discounted by up to VND17 million to attract buyers amid rising gasoline prices.

Ho Chi Minh City launches upgraded technology exchange platform

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Science and Technology on March 20 launched a new version of its technology exchange platform at techport.vn, marking a major step forward in developing the city’s science and technology market infrastructure.

Da Nang International Marathon 2026 draws nearly 9,000 runners

The 2026 Da Nang International Marathon officially kicked off on March 20, drawing nearly 9,000 domestic and international runners.

Vietnamese, Chinese border guards kick off 2026 joint patrol

Delegations from Vietnam’s Dien Bien Provincial Border Guard and China’s Mengzi Regional Border Guard on March 20 jointly held a ceremony to launch the 2026 bilateral patrol at Border Marker No. 3 along the Vietnam–China border.

Vietnam, Japan sign exchange of notes for ODA loans to support green transition

Vietnam and Japan signed in Hanoi on March 20 an exchange of notes on the provision of loans for three programmes and projects.

Belavia Belarusian Airlines launches Minsk – Nha Trang service

Belavia Belarusian Airlines launched its first regular service linking Belarus and Vietnam on March 19, connecting Minsk to Nha Trang – an important step forward in bilateral ties and people-to-people exchanges.