National Assembly panel calls for inquiry into math test results

A standing committee of Vietnam's National Assembly has recommended that the government investigate unusually high mathematics scores recorded at a national high school graduation examination site in Tuyen Quang Province.

French ambassador grateful for Vietnam’s warm hospitality

As France marks Bastille Day on July 14, French Ambassador to VN Olivier Brochet spoke with VietNamNet about the achievements of France-VN relations during his three-year tenure, the milestones reached by the 2 countries & the opportunities ahead.

Footwear industry accelerates green transition, strengthens supply chains

Vietnam's footwear industry is stepping up efforts to build greener production and strengthen domestic supply chains as it seeks to maintain export growth amid global uncertainties.

Vietnamese athlete moves closer to top of dancesport world

When Vietnamese dancesport athlete Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen stepped off the floor in Bremen, Germany, she carried more than a silver medal.

Tax reform proposal: simplify first, collect more later

The Vietnam Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (VINASME) has proposed that the Government study a fixed-tax policy for household and individual businesses with annual revenues ranging from VND1 to 3 billion.

Vietnam designates October 15 as National Digital Citizen Day

The Government has issued Resolution No. 66.22/2026/NQ-CP on digital citizen development, officially designating October 15 each year as Vietnam Digital Citizen Day.

Green escapes in Vietnam's community tourism villages

In recent years, community-based tourism has emerged as an increasingly popular choice among travellers seeking closer connections with nature, deeper engagement with local cultures and more sustainable ways to explore.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra tipped to revive fan-favourite S Pen

A new survey suggests most Samsung users would pay extra for a Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra if it supports the S Pen, highlighting continued demand for the stylus on foldable devices.

Over 100 Nguyen Dynasty artifacts on display in Hue

More than 100 rare artifacts and collections from the Nguyen Dynasty are on show at Long An Palace, the main gallery of the Hue Museum of Royal Antiquities, from July 10 to October 9.

Vietnam's demographic dividend set to end sooner than expected

Vietnam's ageing population is accelerating, with new forecasts showing the country will transition out of its demographic dividend earlier than expected.

Vietnamese cinemas to go free for a week to honour war heroes

A week-long film tribute marking the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs’ Day (July 27, 1947–2026) will run nationwide from July 21 to 28, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism told a press briefing in Hanoi on July 10.

PM says no plan for broad merger of local administrative units

The government says any further reorganization of Vietnam's commune and ward system will be driven by local requirements rather than a nationwide policy.

Labour shortage emerges as constraint amid export order recovery

Textile and seafood exporters are struggling to retain enough workers to meet recovering export demand, underscoring a shift in constraints from demand to workforce capacity.

Vietnam urges provinces to target landmark waste cases

Provincial authorities have been urged to strengthen anti-corruption oversight while making the fight against waste a central priority.

Science minister to lead Vietnam’s Radio Frequency Committee

Science and Technology Minister Vu Hai Quan has been tasked with leading Vietnam’s Radio Frequency Committee, which oversees strategic coordination on radio frequency management.

Vietnam and Chile mark 55 years of diplomatic relations

Vietnam and Chile have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations as the two countries marked 55 years of diplomatic ties, highlighting expanding cooperation and growing opportunities for trade and investment.

Technology, digitalisation boost competitiveness of Vietnamese farm produce

Digital transformation, AI, product traceability and e-commerce are increasingly reshaping Vietnam's agricultural sector, helping farmers and businesses improve product quality, meet stricter market requirements and enhance competitiveness.

Businesses continue to drive Vietnam's economic growth: census

The 2026 economic census shows that Vietnam's economy has continued to expand, with the number of economic establishments increasing compared with the previous census.

Green-certified Vietnamese farm produce gains premium in global markets

Vietnamese agricultural products that meet stringent sustainability standards are beginning to command premium prices in international markets.

Local culture helps redefine Vietnam's accommodation experience

As travellers increasingly seek authentic cultural experiences, accommodation is evolving from a place to stay into the starting point of a destination's story.

Lam Dong launches new tourism products to boost summer travel

The central province of Lam Dong has introduced new tourism products and promotional programmes to capitalise on the 2026 summer travel season, as visitor numbers continue to rise across Da Lat and other key destinations.

Public investment drives Hanoi’s growth momentum

Hanoi has significantly accelerated the disbursement of public investment capital in recent months, reinforcing its role as a key engine of economic growth and laying the groundwork for the capital city's development targets.

Government urges vigilance as inflation pressures mount in H2

The Government has ordered ministries, agencies and local authorities to sharpen forecasting capabilities and build response scenarios to keep inflation contained.

Vietnamese students shine at int'l mathematics competition in Japan

A Vietnamese student delegation delivered an outstanding performance at the World Mathematics Invitational (WMI) 2026 in Tokyo, with all 34 contestants winning awards at the competition.

VN receives remains of 14 volunteer soldiers, experts repatriated from Cambodia

The Special Task Committees of An Giang and Takeo provinces on July 14 signed a handover record for the remains of 14 Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts who died during wartime and were recovered in Cambodia during the 2025–2026 dry season.