Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang hosted a reception for Michael DeSombre, US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, in Hanoi on February 13.

The ceremonial part will proceed with full solemnity under traditional rites, including commemorative orations, incense offerings to the Tran Kings, water and land processions, and other ritual observances.

US Assistant Secretary of State Michael DeSombre shared that President Donald Trump highly values and appreciates General Secretary To Lam’s acceptance to participate in the Gaza Peace Council initiative.

Decades of pollution have turned many of Vietnam’s rivers into lifeless streams. Despite numerous restoration projects, most have failed to bring real change. Why are these vital waterways still suffocating?

As Vietnamese footballers and athletes welcome the Year of the Horse 2026, some enjoy generous rewards while others return home empty-handed, revealing deep contrasts in the country’s sporting landscape.

Following a new circular from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, data center operators face sharply higher energy costs, prompting urgent appeals from Vietnam’s Internet community.

A long-distance coach running the Tuyen Quang - Bac Ninh route was found crammed with nearly double its legal capacity. Police have fined the driver and transport cooperative more than VND207 million (about US$8,400).

As Tet approaches, the Yen Tu Yellow Apricot Fair in Quang Ninh bursts into life with hundreds of rare bonsai masterpieces worth billions of dong, each carrying the dedication and artistry of its creator.

On the morning of February 12, Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Dao Ngoc Dung received Archbishop Joseph Vu Van Thien of the Hanoi Archdiocese.

As Tet approaches, households in Vu Dai village work around the clock to fill thousands of orders for their signature braised fish, a delicacy worth up to VND2 million per pot.

A new poll indicates that Samsung’s latest flagship may struggle to win hearts, as more than half of respondents say AI features hold little appeal.

Hai Phong’s special economic zone aims to contribute over 5% of the city’s GRDP beyond 2030 through high-tech and sustainable industries.

The Prime Minister has approved a plan to reform the state administrative system, aiming to modernize governance and finalize the restructuring of key public sectors by 2027.

This year’s Nguyen Hue Flower Street dazzles with giant horse-themed installations, cutting-edge mapping technology, and a vibrant celebration of Vietnamese culture.

After more than 90 days of renovation, the green “quiet space” at 1 Ly Thai To has been reborn as a place of reflection and humanity in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam will face a challenging group at the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup, drawn alongside South Korea, the UAE and Yemen in Group C, as the tournament unfolds in Saudi Arabia this May.

After years of delays, the Ministry of Industry and Trade is pushing local authorities to accelerate reviews and legal resolutions for projects awaiting commercial approval.

Unprecedented air traffic ahead of Tet has forced Tan Son Nhat Airport to deploy maximum staffing and coordination to maintain smooth flight schedules.

Industry experts say Apple will prioritize cost management to maintain stable prices, bucking the global trend of rising smartphone prices.

After a long pause, the V-League struggles to regain momentum, leaving Vietnam’s head coach Kim Sang Sik anxious about his players’ form ahead of the decisive clash with Malaysia in March.

The Government has requested the pilot implementation of a crypto asset exchange and the urgent launch of crypto, gold and real estate trading markets before February 28.

Ho Chi Minh City is stepping up efforts to resolve the long-standing paradox of abundant capital but low public spending, which will continue to play a decisive role in sustaining growth in 2026 and subsequent years.

A recent survey shows flower prices have seen only slight fluctuations this year thanks to favourable weather conditions. Peach blossoms are priced from 200,000 VND to several million VND, depending on size and shape.

Vietnamese consumers are demonstrating greater purposefulness, whether seeking cooler domestic escapes like Da Lat or showing rising curiosity toward international options like India and Japan, to make the most of their limited holiday time.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Greece Pham Thi Thu Huong attended the opening ceremony of the 22nd National Congress of the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) in Athens, chaired by KKE Central Committee General Secretary Dimitris Koutsoumbas.