Night-time economy drives growth of Hanoi’s cultural industries

Hanoi is well positioned to transform its rich cultural resources into a new engine of economic growth, with the night-time economy emerging as a key catalyst for the development of the capital city’s cultural industries.

Story bank initiative aims to amplify Vietnam’s global profile

Vietnam is preparing to harness the power of storytelling to strengthen its international image, with plans to establish a “Vietnam Story Bank” as part of a nation-branding and communications strategy extending to 2045.

Media plays pivotal role in promoting Vietnam’s tourism growth, global image

Alongside the sector’s efforts, strong, responsible and innovative media engagement is expected to play a key role in helping the country achieve its tourism growth ambitions and enhance its position on the global tourism map.

Nguyen Dynasty throne returns to Hue Imperial Citadel after restoration

The Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945) imperial throne, a recognised national treasure of Vietnam, officially returned to public display at Thai Hoa Palace in Hue Imperial Citadel on June 4.

RoK medical equipment firms eye stronger export to Vietnam

Medical device companies of the Republic of Korea are seeking to expand their presence in Vietnam, where healthcare spending is rising rapidly and demand for advanced medical technologies continues to grow.

WB sees strong potential for Vietnam's double-digit growth goal

Vietnam's economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience in recent years despite a succession of global shocks, according to Tehmina Khan, the World Bank's Lead Economist for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos.

Vietnamese tech draws attention at Austria robotics forum

Vietnamese technology made a strong impression at the 2026 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2026), held from June 1-5 in Vienna, Austria.

Hanoi apartment boom loses momentum

Hanoi’s once red-hot apartment market is showing clear signs of cooling, with slowing liquidity and cautious buyers forcing many short-term investors to retreat after years of rapid gains.

Rental housing to become strategic segment in housing market: minister

The Government is set to make rental housing a strategic pillar of its housing market as the Government shifts from an ownership-focused approach toward a model centred on housing access and use, according to Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh.

Paris archives preserve traces of President Ho Chi Minh’s journey

The survival of documents relating to Nguyen Ai Quoc’s years in France is due in large part to the often-unseen efforts of librarians, archivists and museum professionals.

Removing bottlenecks key to unlocking economic value of cultural heritage

A considerable gap remains between policy ambitions and practical implementation, beginning with the way cultural heritage itself is approached.

Discovering “inland Ha Long Bay” amid vast forests of Tuyen Quang

Nestled among the sweeping mountains and forests, Thuong Lam commune in Tuyen Quang unfolds like a living ink-wash painting, where towering limestone ranges are reflected in the emerald waters of the Na Hang-Lam Binh ecological lake.​

Vietnam remains a magnet for international tourists

Vietnam recorded robust growth in international arrivals during the first five months of 2026, reinforcing its position as one of Asia’s most attractive travel destinations.

Vietnamese canoeist brings home three Asian junior titles

Diep Thi Huong made a hattrick of titles at the 2026 Asian Canoe Sprint Junior and U23 Championships which is ongoing in Kazakhstan.

National environmental protection campaign calls for public action

A nationwide campaign calling for greater public participation in environmental protection was launched on June 6, in response to World Environment Day, World Oceans Day, the Month of Action for the Environment, and Vietnam Sea and Islands Week 2026.

Phong Nha – Ke Bang earns UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve status

Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park has been recognised as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve after the decision was approved on June 5 at the 38th session of the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Program in Paraguay.

Vietnam shows off homegrown humanoid robots in Austria

The Vietnamese Embassy in Austria hosted the “Vietnam Robotics Technology Day” on June 5, drawing VinRobotics alongside diplomats, representatives of international organisations, experts, tech enterprises, investors.

Vietnam, Canada agree on economic cooperation direction for new period

Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs at Global Affairs Canada Arun Thangaraj co-chaired the third meeting of the Vietnam-Canada Joint Economic Committee (JEC 3) in Ottawa on June 5.

Vietnam ranks 7th at Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad 2026

Vietnam secured 7th place among 45 countries and territories at the 38th Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad (APMO) 2026, earning one gold, two silver and four bronze medals and three certificates of merit.​

Defying skepticism: the audacious move that built a telecom miracle

June 2026 marks 30 years since the General Department of Posts and Telecommunications licensed VinaPhone, a milestone that reflects the strategic vision and resolve in the early years of Doi Moi (renovation).

Going abroad as factory worker, Vietnamese student wins 3 Chinese scholarships

Having once shelved her university dreams to move to Japan as an intern to support her family, Nghiem Thi Linh quietly kept her passion for learning alive.

STEM education: the stepping stone for AI usage in Vietnam’s schools

Nguyen Quan, former Minister of Science and Technology, believes that integrating STEM education into schools can serve as the foundation for introducing AI education to students.

People-centered policies strengthen unity in ethnic minority areas

People-centered policies are helping build stronger communities while reinforcing social cohesion in the Southwest.

CMC surpasses US$406 million in revenue, accelerates AI transformation

Having crossed the VND10 trillion ($406 million) revenue mark for the first time, CMC aims to enter its second renewal cycle, with AI-X as its new growth driver.

Surgeon rebuilds burn victims’ faces with highly complex techniques

Choosing neither an easy nor a glamorous path, Dr. Tong Hai has dedicated himself to reconstructive microsurgery for burn patients, repairing and restoring the body’s most severe injuries part by part.