Silicon-carbon battery could have made iPhone Air a game-changer

Apple missed a golden opportunity to fix battery limitations in the ultra-thin iPhone Air.

Ho Chi Minh City couple caught producing fake Chanel, Gucci perfumes

Ho Chi Minh City police have successfully dismantled a large-scale counterfeit operation producing and selling fake high-end perfumes, seizing nearly 20,000 bottles labeled as Chanel, Gucci, Versace, Dior, Burberry, and others.

Vietnam begins national review of motor vehicle and license data

Vietnamese traffic police are verifying and syncing vehicle and license data with the national ID system to prevent fraud and ensure legal accuracy.

Over 20 New Zealand businesses to join Autumn Fair 2025 in Hanoi

More than 20 New Zealand companies will take part in the Vietnam–New Zealand trade, investment and business promotion conference to be held within the framework of the Autumn Fair 2025 in Hanoi.

Quy Nhon named among top global destinations for 2026 by Lonely Planet

Quy Nhon is the only Vietnamese destination featured in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026 list, standing alongside iconic names like Brazil, Mexico, and Ireland.

Vietnamese box-office hits to be screened free of charge at Autumn Fair

Red Rain and Death Battle in the Air - two outstanding recent Vietnamese films - will be screened free of charge for audiences as part of the 2025 Autumn Fair, scheduled to take place from October 25 to November 4 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre.

Senior Party official urges 3% budget allocation for higher education

Nguyen Trong Nghia, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and Head of the Central Commission for Publicity and Education, emphasized the need to allocate at least 3% of the national budget to higher education.

HCM City optimises digital transformation to enhances tourists’ experience

Ho Chi Minh City has identified the adoption of information technology and digital transformation as key strategies to enhance the visitor experience, facilitate tourism services, and drive economic growth in the tourism sector.

Vietnam’s medical sector eyes $24M annual savings through test result sharing

In Vietnam, annual spending on diagnostic and laboratory tests amounts to approximately 30 trillion VND (around USD 1.22 billion).

Vietnam great unity – cultural heritage week to take place this November

A week-long programme spotlighting the Vietnamese great unity bloc and cultural heritage is set to kick off at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi on November 18.

Ho Chi Minh City plans full health insurance support for students, elderly

To implement this policy, Ho Chi Minh City estimates a total budget requirement of approximately USD 87 million in 2026.

National Assembly approves dismissal of key cabinet ministers

The National Assembly has officially passed a resolution approving the Prime Minister's proposal to dismiss several ministers from their posts.

National Assembly approves increase in number of Deputy Prime Ministers

Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed a resolution to expand the number of Deputy Prime Ministers in the 15th legislature.

Phu Quoc to build 18km electric train line with $366M investment

An Giang has approved a nearly $366 million urban rail project in Phu Quoc, aimed at developing modern public transport ahead of APEC 2027.

Severe tides flood Ho Chi Minh City, residents say it's the worst in a decade

Tidal waters rapidly surged over the Thanh Da embankment in Binh Quoi Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, catching residents off guard. Some locals shared that they hadn’t seen such severe flooding in the past decade.

South African President pays tribute to General Vo Nguyen Giap

South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa visited the family of General Vo Nguyen Giap at No. 30, Hoang Dieu street, Hanoi, as part of his state visit to Vietnam, on October 24 morning.

Art exhibition deepens Vietnam – RoK friendship

The Vietnam Fine Art Association and the association of culture and art exchange of the Republic of Korea (RoK) opened an art exhibition in Hanoi on October 23, helping tighten the friendship between the two countries.

Party leader’s spouse visits Bulgaria’s Zvanche Kindergarten No. 2

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam, visited and met with children at Zvanche Kindergarten No. 2 in Sofia on October 23. She was accompanied by Desislava Radeva, spouse of Bulgarian President Rumen Radev.

Vietnam’s digital shadow – war against high-tech crimes

Amidst Vietnam’s intensified efforts to promote digital transformation, experts have warned that rising cybercrime requires not only tougher law enforcement but also better public awareness and digital literacy to protect citizens and communities.

VN calls for timely, unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid to people in Gaza

Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, Chargé d’Affaires at the Vietnamese Delegation to the United Nations (UN), emphasised the importance of ensuring the timely and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

State funeral held for former Vice Chairman of Council of Ministers Tran Phuong

A state funeral was held on October 24 in Hanoi for Tran Phuong, former Deputy Prime Minister and member of the 4th and 5th Party Central Committees.

Party chief visits Bulgaria's Samel-90 defence enterprise

During his official visit to Bulgaria on October 24, Party General Secretary To Lam and a high-level Vietnamese delegation visited Samel-90 PLC, a top Bulgarian defence firm specializing in electronic and military communications.

Vietnamese PM, South African President attend joint business forum

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa attended the Vietnam – South Africa Business Forum in Hanoi on October 24 afternoon.

Party chief outlines new strategic era with Bulgaria at Sofia University

Party General Secretary To Lam on October 24 visited the Sofia University and delivered a policy address retracing the 75-year journey of Vietnam – Bulgaria friendship towards a Strategic Partnership in the new era.

State President, UN Secretary-General hold talks

State President Luong Cuong held talks with United Nations (UN) Secretary-General António Guterres in Hanoi on October 24 afternoon, as the latter began a two-day official visit to attend the signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime.