Ministry says high school final examination is a must

Even if 100 percent of students pass high school exams, the exams still need to be maintained, Ta Ngoc Tri from the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET), has said.

American expat rides bicycle to Hue to try famous specialty

Dustin Cheverier traveled from the northern part of Dong Hoi City in Quang Binh to Hue City just to try a specialty that he believes "is more delicious than pho".

How a Trump victory could shape Southeast Asia’s future

As the US election nears, Southeast Asian nations, including Vietnam, brace for potential shifts in American diplomacy and economic strategy if Donald Trump wins.

Vietnam futsal team wins 14-0, secures spot in semi-finals

Vietnam's futsal team easily defeated Brunei with a score of 14-0, earning a place in the semi-finals of the Southeast Asian Championship with one match remaining.

Miss Universe highlights: Ky Duyen's bold fashion and Miss Kosovo's injury

Miss Universe 2024 sees Ky Duyen impress with bold fashion, while Miss Kosovo, recovering from an injury, remains committed to participating.

Vinhomes restructures industrial real estate segment, adds two new subsidiaries

Expanding its industrial portfolio, Vinhomes, under billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong, has split its industrial real estate unit, signaling bold new ambitions.

Ho Chi Minh City proposes plan to relocate 46,000 riverside homes

The local Department of Construction has proposed a plan for relocating over 46,000 homes along rivers and canals in Ho Chi Minh City, requiring comprehensive sociological surveys and data collection.

Vietnam takes advantage of low global rice prices with import surge

Vietnam is rapidly increasing rice imports as global prices hit a low point, making October’s import bill nearly 3.3 times higher than last year’s.

Kinh Bac City’s Q3 profits soar as Trump collaboration looms

Kinh Bac City Development Corp., led by Dang Thanh Tam, reported significant Q3 gains, poised for potential collaboration with the Trump family on a $1.5 billion project.

Potential pollution from solar energy expansion alarms Vietnam’s lawmakers

Vietnam's National Assembly has called for environmental safeguards amid fears that expired solar panels could pose pollution risks.

Can Vietnamese platforms survive the heated e-commerce war?

Vietnam’s e-commerce market remains fiercely competitive as global giants vie for dominance, with new entrants joining the fray and established players retreating.

Online scam surge in Vietnam: 9,700 reports in two weeks

From impersonating government entities to fraudulent online sales, cyber scams in Vietnam are on the rise, warns the Department of Information Security.

Da Nang residents evacuate amid severe flooding and rapidly rising waters

Rising waters have led to urgent evacuations in Da Nang’s Me Suot area, as residents rush to secure belongings with the help of emergency responders.

Latest update on Typhoon Yinxing: JMA forecasts storm entering the East Sea

The Japan Meteorological Agency has warned that Typhoon Yinxing is on a path to intensify and enter the East Sea, possibly becoming the year’s seventh storm in the region.

Fruit and vegetable exports likely to fetch US$7 billion this year

With fruit and vegetable exports soaring by over 31.5% to reach US$6.4 billion during the initial 10 months of the year, Vietnamese fruit and vegetable businesses are anticipated to rake in US$7 billion this year.

Costa Serena brings over 2,400 international guests to Quang Ninh

The Italian-flagged Costa Serena, carrying on board more than 2,400 foreign passengers, arrived at the Ha Long International Cruise Port of Quang Ninh province on November 4.

Digital content services in Vietnam push for VAT exemption on exports

The Vietnam Digital Communications Association (VDCA) has raised concerns over a proposed 10% VAT on exported digital services, highlighting potential setbacks for the industry.

Vietnam and Japan further enhance defense cooperation

Vietnam – Japan defense cooperation has seen significant advancements in various areas, including human resource training, capacity-building, and post-war recovery.

RoK cosmetics industry seeks to increase market share in Vietnam

The RoK’s annual cosmetics exports to Vietnam in 2023 increased by 122% compared to 2019, reflecting an average annual growth rate of 22.14%.

WB, Switzerland grant US$5 mil to boost Vietnam sustainable urban development

The Swiss government and the World Bank (WB) have signed an agreement to provide Vietnam with US$5 million to promote green and resilient growth in the major Vietnamese cities.

Vietnamese firefighters assist Cambodia in casino fire

Firefighters of Vietnam’s southern Tay Ninh province have assisted their Cambodian counterparts in extinguishing a fire at a casino, rescuing four injured people trapped inside the building.

Vietnam beat Malaysia 2-0, move closer to AFF Futsal Champs semi-finals

Vietnam moved closer to the semifinals of the 2024 ASEAN Futsal Championship taking place in Thailand after a thrilling 2-0 victory over Malaysia on November 4.

Foreign experts inspect Vietnam’s conditions for stock market upgrade

The State Securities Commission (SSC) held a working session with representatives from FTSE Russell and Morgan Stanley in Hanoi on November 4 to examine the upgrade of the Vietnamese stock market.

Teenagers at risk of sexually transmitted infections

In Vietnam, social media influence and insufficient sexual education have contributed to an alarming increase in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among adolescents.

Vietnam int’l fashion week Fall/Winter 2024 to open

Sixteen international and Vietnamese fashion designers and brands will display their latest collections at the Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Fall/Winter 2024 in Hanoi from November 13-16.