Visa highlights Vietnamese payment trends for 2026

Vietnamese are adopting multi-currency cards and mobile wallets for both daily and overseas spending, while credit cards remain the top choice for larger purchases, according to Green Shoots Radar, the latest report by Visa.

Japanese firms in Vietnam hit 15-year profit high

JETRO’s 2025 Survey on the Business Conditions of Japanese Companies Investing Overseas shows that 67.5% of Japanese firms in Vietnam expect to be profitable this year, up 3.4 percentage points from 2024 and the highest level since 2009.

Vietnamese, Cuban Party leaders holds phone talks

The two leaders expressed their satisfaction with the positive progress in bilateral relations across multiple fields and the effective implementation of high-level agreements.

Vietnam becomes RoK’s key export market in ASEAN

Vietnam has emerged as the Republic of Korea’s (RoK) key export market in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as the East Asian country seeks to diversify trade and reduce its reliance on the US and China amid global volatility.

Oppo stuns tech world with Find X9s: 200MP dual cameras in a small frame

Oppo is reportedly preparing to launch the Find X9s, a compact flagship smartphone that’s already generating buzz for its record-breaking specs - especially in the camera and battery departments.

Ho Chi Minh City earmarks over 5.9 trillion VND for Tet welfare

Ho Chi Minh City will spend over 5.9 trillion VND (over 225 million USD) on social welfare activities for the upcoming Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026.

State President requests well-organised activities for Lunar New Year

President Luong Cuong demanded well-organised and carefully planned activities for the Lunar New Year, stressing safety, practicality, and proper care for revolution contributors, policy beneficiaries, armed forces, and the public.

Four flights diverted due to fog at Noi Bai Airport

Four flights were diverted to alternate airports on January 27 morning after dense fog and low cloud reduced visibility at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, prompting adjustments to flight operations to ensure safety.

New Zealand delivers aid to storm-affected families in Lang Son

The New Zealand Embassy in Vietnam and World Vision International in Vietnam (WVIV), in coordination with the Lang Son Red Cross Society, on January 26 organised a programme to distribute aid to households affected by storms in Trang Dinh commune.

VN promotes tourism brand to realise target of 25 million int’l arrivals in 2026

Vietnam will step up promotion of its national tourism brand at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026 and the ASEAN Travel Exchange (TRAVEX), to be held from January 28–30 in Cebu, the Philippines.

3,000 tons of toxic snails exposed in massive food safety scandal in HCMC

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have dismantled a large-scale illegal food processing operation that used sodium silicate - an industrial-grade chemical banned in food - to treat more than 3,000 tons of snail meat over several years.

White swan stolen from Saigon Zoo, found and rescued in Can Tho

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested N.C.P., a 48-year-old man from Vinh Long, after he broke into the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden and stole a rare white swan.

Prof. Vu Ha Van moves from Yale to University of Hong Kong

Professor Vu Ha Van, a globally acclaimed Vietnamese mathematician, has left Yale University to join the University of Hong Kong (HKU), currently ranked No.1 in Asia according to the QS Asia University Rankings 2026.

Learner Tien falls to Zverev after intense four-set battle in Australian Open

The highly anticipated quarterfinal between Alexander Zverev and Learner Tien lived up to expectations, delivering four tense and electric sets before the world No.3 advanced with a 3–1 victory.

FPT launches semiconductor plant to join Vietnam’s chipmaking race

FPT officially enters the chip race with Vietnam’s first advanced semiconductor packaging and testing plant, following Viettel’s groundbreaking move earlier this month.

Kim Sang Sik faces pivotal 'final match' after U23 success

Fresh off a string of historic victories, the Korean coach is in prime position to negotiate an extended future with Vietnamese football.

Alarming rise in school myopia rates sparks call for early intervention

Vietnamese experts warn that myopia is spreading rapidly in schools, with some institutions reporting rates as high as 90%.

Growth ambition, not illusion: VN's 10% GDP target marks a point of no return

Party chief To Lam has issued a stark warning: “If we miss the timing, or allow delays or mistakes at this pivotal stage, the price will be high - possibly costing the nation its opportunity and pushing us further behind in a fast-moving world.”

French foodie compares $1.20 street pho and $100 Michelin pho in HCM City

From sidewalk charm to haute cuisine, a French vlogger dives into two vastly different pho experiences in Ho Chi Minh City.

Keeping traditions alive: The unique village Tet of the Dao Thanh Phan

In Quang Ninh’s Deo Doc village, the Dao Thanh Phan people honor an early New Year with quiet rituals and deep community bonds.

Why tech watchers are holding out for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max

According to early leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are shaping up to be among the biggest generational leaps Apple has made in years.

Hanoi’s rare Old Quarter market keeps countryside traditions alive

Tucked in a narrow alleyway behind Dong Xuan Market, Thanh Ha Market may look modest at first glance. But for locals and travelers alike, this unassuming market has become a place of sensory delight and cultural connection.

National Target Program 1719 drives livelihoods for Khmer communities

In recent years, the Bay Nui region in An Giang has taken on a brighter outlook, while the living standards of Khmer communities have become increasingly stable.

Gold or real estate: where should investors park money now?

Gold prices have continued to hit new highs, delivering strong returns. However, selling gold to invest in real estate at this time requires careful consideration between profitability and long-term safety.

Small change helps detect thousands of vessels in violation

The Radio Frequency Department has been able to detect thousands of passenger and tourist vessels operating without frequency licenses by using a new data-driven approach instead of relying on traditional technical monitoring systems.