Over 1.22 million students praise fresh and timely 2026 literature exam

The first exam of Vietnam's largest-ever graduation examination has earned positive reviews from both students and educators for its modern and thought-provoking themes.

Six cultural icons honoured as Labour Heroes in Vietnam

From literature and music to painting and traditional theatre, these distinguished individuals helped shape Vietnam’s cultural identity across generations.

Eight-year search identifies mass graves of 900 soldiers beneath city park

A combination of aerial imagery, military records and eyewitness accounts has helped researchers locate suspected wartime burial trenches beneath a Ho Chi Minh City park.

Vietnam women’s volleyball team reaches AVC Cup semifinals after beating Iran

Vietnam’s women’s volleyball team secured an early place in the AVC Cup 2026 semifinals after defeating Iran in straight sets on Thursday.

Top leaders join newly formed committee on institutional reform, law enforcement

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has been appointed head of a newly established Central Steering Committee tasked with advancing institutional reform and strengthening law enforcement.

G-Dragon and BIGBANG set to perform in Hanoi on historic world tour

BIGBANG, one of South Korea’s most iconic music groups, has officially announced the destinations for its upcoming global tour, with Hanoi included among the stops.

International hospital sanctioned for repeated environmental breaches

S.I.S Can Tho International General Hospital has been fined more than VND2.09 billion (USD82,000) and had its environmental permit suspended for four and a half months after authorities uncovered multiple environmental protection violations.

Vietnam and India join forces to restore My Son Sanctuary’s E-F towers

Vietnamese and Indian experts are working together to restore the historic E-F tower complex at My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in Cham heritage.

Vietnam pushes for homegrown AI infrastructure to fuel digital growth

Vietnam’s digital transformation ambitions increasingly depend on more than data, with AI infrastructure emerging as a strategic national priority.

Police bust cross-border gold smuggling ring worth nearly $39 million

Police in Thanh Hoa have dismantled a major transnational gold smuggling ring accused of trafficking around 200kg of gold bullion from Cambodia into Vietnam.

Vietnamese club CAHN face Adelaide United in AFC Elite play-off

CAHN (Hanoi Police FC) will travel to Australia in August for a decisive AFC Champions League Elite play-off against Adelaide United, with a place in Asia’s premier club competition at stake.

Young Tay designer brings Vietnamese heritage ao dai to US stage

Designer Vu Thao Giang has brought Vietnamese artistic heritage to American audiences through a contemporary ao dai collection inspired by traditional folk paintings.

Da Nang resort asset with starting price of $4.2 million set for auction

The Malibu resort project in Da Nang is set to enter the auction market as Nam A Bank seeks to recover outstanding obligations.

First female valedictorian with two perfect math scores earns special gift

A student from Tran Dai Nghia School earned first place and received a special gift from mathematician Tran Nam Dung.

A green Vietnam begins with a culture of responsibility

Green development is not merely a story of clean technologies, renewable energy, or emissions reduction commitments.

Robust dispute resolution framework key to Vietnam’s IFC ambitions

As Vietnam develops its International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC), establishing a modern, transparent and internationally aligned dispute resolution system is emerging as a key factor in attracting global capital.

Vietnam's largest monolithic jade Buddha draws visitors to Quynh Lam

A 3.8-ton statue of Shakyamuni Buddha carved from a single block of jade is drawing pilgrims and visitors to Quynh Lam Pagoda, one of the most significant Buddhist sites in northern Vietnam.

Sustainable transformation needed for Vietnam’s strategic pangasius sector

Vietnam’s pangasius (tra fish) industry is enjoying one of its most favourable periods in recent years, with raw fish prices remaining at multi-year highs, generating substantial profits for farmers.

Vietnam plans major changes to theory and practical driving exams

Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has proposed increasing the minimum distance for on-road practical driving tests from 2km to 5km in an effort to more accurately assess candidates’ driving abilities.

Local ingredients, cultural roots propel Vietnam’s Michelin journey

Michelin Guide Vietnam 2026 highlights the growing global recognition of Vietnamese cuisine, showing that the country’s culinary identity is earning acclaim through its authenticity, local ingredients and cultural storytelling.

Vietnam’s fuel import bill jumps while pump prices fall sharply

Vietnam’s import value for petroleum products rose sharply during the first five months of 2026, while domestic retail gasoline and diesel prices retreated significantly from their historic peaks.

Vietnam urges US to remove export restrictions during high-level talks

Vietnam has urged the United States to remove the country from its D1 and D3 export control lists during high-level meetings in Hanoi with Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.

Hanoi fines street vendor after tourist charged $16.50 for 10 doughnuts

A Hanoi street vendor has been fined after a viral social media video appeared to show a foreign tourist paying 420,000 VND ($16.50) for a bag of 10 fried doughnuts in the capital's Old Quarter.

ASEAN Future Forum closes with record participation and fresh ideas

The ASEAN Future Forum 2026 (AFF) concluded this afternoon after three days of intensive discussions on key issues shaping the future of ASEAN.

Timor-Leste PM says Vietnam’s growth inspires developing nations

General Secretary and President To Lam on Wednesday received Timor-Leste Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao, who is on an official visit to Vietnam and attending the ASEAN Future Forum.