Lawmakers urge salary reform from 2026 to support overworked officials

Ahead of the 15th NA’s closing session, lawmakers are urging the government to begin implementing salary reform starting January 2026, aiming to retain dedicated civil servants facing increased workloads after administrative restructuring.

Storm Fengshen batters central Vietnam as triple weather systems converge

Triple weather systems converge to form a ‘water bomb,’ unleashing torrential rain from Quang Tri to Quang Ngai.

Experts warn against removing ‘high-tech agriculture’ from revised law

Officials are urging lawmakers to retain “high-tech agriculture” in Vietnam’s revised High Technology Law, warning that its removal could stall innovation and disrupt policy frameworks.

Danang teacher wins over $7.3 million Vietlott jackpot, donates part to charity

The lucky winner, a teacher from Danang, intends to spend wisely and donate part of his windfall to the community.

Speed limits, real estate, decentralization under National Assembly spotlight

Several National Assembly deputies have called for a review and possible increase in speed limits on specific expressway segments, arguing that the current 90 km/h cap is not in line with modern infrastructure and actual traffic density.

Woman arrested for producing 2.7 million liters of fake Keva Gold oil

Nghe An police have arrested the director of An Thinh Food for producing millions of liters of fake cooking oil under the Keva Gold brand, generating illegal profits of over USD 3 million.

Minister proposes free textbooks and curriculum reform

Vietnam’s education minister has proposed a unified national textbook series and free textbook distribution, part of sweeping education law reforms presented to the National Assembly.

Thang Long Festival to showcase Hanoi’s vibrant heritage with 30 cultural events

The Thang Long Festival, honoring a millennium of Hanoi's cultural heritage, will feature 30 vibrant cultural activities that celebrate the capital's creative spirit and ancient traditions.

Shopee and Meta launch affiliate tools for Vietnamese creators

A new partnership between Shopee and Meta allows creators to tag products in posts and Reels, driving real-time sales and increasing revenue without leaving Facebook.

Storm Fengshen approaches Da Nang, widespread floods expected

Storm No. 12 (Fengshen), located 280 km off Da Nang, is expected to cause widespread, intense rainfall and severe flooding in central Vietnam starting this afternoon.

Miss Universe’s favorite dish also wins over UK tourists in HCM City

The same street food spot loved by Catriona Gray impresses two British travelers with a bowl of smoky, flavor-packed vermicelli.

Vietnam – Cuba rice project bears “golden seeds” of friendship

After 23 years of implementation (2002–2025), the Vietnam – Cuba cooperation project on rice production (VIBA) has achieved remarkable success, helping the Caribbean nation move toward food security and self-sufficiency.

Ha Tinh approves 17-trillion-VND Ky Anh offshore wind power project

The Ky Anh wind power plant project has been approved for development across the communes of Ky Xuan, Ky Anh, and Ky Khang in the central province of Ha Tinh, covering both land and offshore areas.

Party General Secretary attends special concert in Finland

A special concert was held in the presence of Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse at the University of Helsinki on October 21 evening (local time), part of the Vietnamese leader’s official visit to Finland.

Party leader’s spouse presents VN bookcase to Helsinki Central Library Oodi

The spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam, Ngo Phuong Ly, and the spouse of Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Suzanne Innes-Stubb, visited the Helsinki Central Library Oodi on October 21.

Hue launches mural road promoting plastic waste reduction

The Cu Lac – Ngu My Thanh mural road for plastic reduction in Ngu My Thanh village, the central city of Hue, is a highlight in the local journey toward building a green, clean, and eco-friendly community-based tourism.

Vietnam launches action plan for peak month against illegal fishing

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision to issue an action plan for the peak month combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and promoting sustainable fisheries development.

Seminar debates peaceful settlement of territorial, border disputes

An international seminar on resolving territorial border disputes in a changing world was held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' National Boundary Commission in Hanoi on October 21.

Vietnam spreads Hanoi Convention spirit, acts for safer cyberspace

Online scams, deception, and manipulation are becoming an “underlying storm” threatening cybersecurity and social well-being in Vietnam, causing severe damage not only financially but also to people’s mental health.

Hungarian NA Speaker wraps up official visit to Vietnam

Speaker of the National Assembly (NA) of Hungary Kover Laszlo departed Hanoi on October 22, concluding his successful official visit to Vietnam from October 18 to 22, made at the invitation of Chairman of the Vietnamese NA Tran Thanh Man.

National Assembly debates three draft laws on education on October 22

As part of the 10th session of the 15th National Assembly, deputies on October 22 morning listened to proposals and verification reports on three draft laws concerning the education sector.

Ho Chi Minh City ranks top in Vietnam’s digital transformation push

The southern megacity leads the country in digital governance, awareness, and infrastructure according to DTI 2024.

Vietnam promotes itself as friendly destination for Chinese tourists

The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), in coordination with relevant agencies, launched the 2025 Vietnam tourism promotion and business connection programme on October 21 in Beijing.

Ministry clarifies cash support for households installing rooftop solar

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has released more details about the VND2-3 million cash support for households installing self-produced, self-consuming rooftop solar and the loan support scheme at 8.3 percent/year interest.

Family-circumstance deduction officially raised to VND15.5 million/month

All National Assembly Standing Committee members have approved the resolution on adjusting the personal income tax family-circumstance deduction.