Vietnam, UK elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

Vietnam and the UK have officially upgraded their diplomatic relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership. This historic move means Vietnam now has comprehensive strategic partnerships with all five permanent members of the UN Security Council.

Vietnamese Party chief meets leaders of UK corporations, financial organisations

General Secretary To Lam on October 29 met with executives from several leading British corporations and international financial institutions as part of his official visit to the United Kingdom.

Vietnam accelerates plans for national AI supercomputing center

Vietnam is set to swiftly establish a national artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputing center and a shared open AI data platform, as part of its strategy to strengthen core AI infrastructure.

TikTok hits 70 million users in Vietnam, expands regional influence

TikTok has announced that it now has over 70 million monthly active users in Vietnam, contributing to a total of 460 million users across Southeast Asia, reaffirming its position as the region's fastest-growing platform.

English to become mandatory from Grade 1 across Vietnam

The Prime Minister has officially approved a 20-year national plan to make English Vietnam’s second language in schools, with full implementation expected by 2045.

iPhone 20 set to debut iconic solid-state button revolution

Apple prepares for a major design shift as it ditches physical buttons on the iPhone 20, marking a new era in smartphone innovation.

Deputy Minister Nong Thi Ha delivers emergency aid to flood-hit families

During a two-day mission, Deputy Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nong Thi Ha visited severely flood-affected communities in Cao Bang and Lang Son provinces, delivering much-needed support and encouragement.

Vietnamese cyber gang in Cambodia scammed 8,000 victims out of $12.2 million

Lai Chau police arrested 59 Vietnamese suspects running an online fraud ring from Cambodia, defrauding thousands across Vietnam.

President Luong Cuong arrives in South Korea for APEC 2025

President Luong Cuong has landed in Busan to begin his official participation in the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Week and bilateral engagements in South Korea.

iPhone 18 Pro may feature DSLR-style variable aperture camera

Apple is reportedly preparing to equip its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with a revolutionary camera system featuring a variable aperture – a technology previously exclusive to high-end DSLR cameras.

Music crackdown targets culturally deviant Vietnamese artists

Vietnamese authorities take strong action against artists with inappropriate music, seeking to protect cultural values.

Nobel laureate reflects on 5 years with Vietnam’s VinFuture Prize

Nobel-winning physicist Konstantin Novoselov shares his journey with VinFuture and its global impact after five years.

Da Nang woman carves out success with handcrafted wooden masterpieces

With 15 years of experience, Le Thi Ha transforms wood into artworks that fetch premium prices, defying the male-dominated nature of the craft.

Vietnam named among Asia’s leading blockchain talent centers

According to the World Economic Forum's 2025 report, Asia has surpassed North America in blockchain talent, with India, Vietnam, and Singapore standing out as emerging centers for blockchain workforce development.

CMC unveils AI City plan and $250M data center at SHTP tech summit

At the 7th Annual International Conference themed “Strategic technologies driving sustainable industrial development”, the Saigon Hi-Tech Park (SHTP) and CMC Technology Group joined forces to spotlight breakthrough AI transformation solutions.

US, China, Japan align with Vietnam on high-level diplomatic exchanges

US President Donald Trump, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, and Japan’s new Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, along with other world leaders, have agreed to Vietnam’s proposal to strengthen high-level delegation exchanges.

Prime Minister demands immediate support for flood victims in central Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered emergency relief efforts for communities severely affected by floods, landslides, and isolation in central Vietnam.

Vietnam’s music industry begins reset with MVs removed by top stars

Artists and labels shift toward positive messaging after government pushes back on cultural violations.

Four dead, four hospitalized after generator gas poisoning in Da Nang

A family tragedy unfolds in Da Nang as toxic fumes from a generator claim four lives during flood-induced power outages.

Thailand apologizes after showing wrong flag for Vietnam at ASEAN futsal event

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) has officially protested a serious incident involving the incorrect display of Vietnam’s national flag during the draw ceremony for the 2025 ASEAN U19 and U16 Futsal Championships held in Thailand.

$10 billion swing as VN-Index rebounds sharply from sell-off

Vietnam’s stock market stunned investors with a powerful turnaround, recovering nearly $5 billion in a day after a sharp plunge.

Central Vietnam deluged by record rains, over 21,000 evacuated

From the morning of October 29 through the night of October 30, the central provinces of Thua Thien Hue and Da Nang are expected to see torrential rainfall, with widespread totals ranging from 120 to 250mm and localized areas exceeding 400mm.

Vietnam's President heads to APEC 2025 Summit in South Korea

President Luong Cuong leads high-level Vietnamese delegation to attend the APEC 2025 Economic Leaders’ Week and engage in bilateral meetings in Seoul.

Da Nang flood crisis worsens, thousands of homes under water

Floods continued to rise across Da Nang on October 28, isolating entire communities and affecting over 65,000 households.

Flooded for a month: Lang Son village submerged long after storm

Nearly a month has passed since Storm No. 11 swept through northern Vietnam, yet an entire village in Lang Son Province remains submerged. Several households have been forced to build makeshift shelters on the mountains to survive.