Buses, metro lines and green mobility solutions such as electric vehicles and bicycles are increasingly becoming a civilised travel habit for residents in Hanoi, particularly amid fluctuating fuel prices.

Bac Ninh’s lychee crop is facing a difficult 2026 season, with production expected to fall sharply due to unfavorable weather conditions that have disrupted flowering and increased the risk of pests and disease.

Beyond offering opportunities for people to reconnect with their roots and experience distinctive historical and cultural values, traditional festivals are emerging as strategic resources that promote tourism and support local economic growth.

Apple’s plan for a fully seamless display on the next iPhone may be delayed as technical challenges slow progress.

Can Tho has reaffirmed its leadership for the new term, with top officials re-elected unanimously as the city sets its development priorities.

The Ministry of Health (MoH) is devising plans to link periodic health check-up data to electronic health records for citizens.

The capital is positioning itself as a hub of innovation and sustainability, with a long-term vision extending to 2065.

Bac Ninh appoints key leadership positions for the 2026-2031 term, emphasizing continuity and development goals.

Ho Chi Minh City has recorded a notable improvement in global financial centre rankings amid intensifying competition among financial hubs worldwide.

At its 2026 investment promotion conference, Gia Lai granted approval to hundreds of projects, aiming to position itself as a regional growth hub.

The story of Pho Co traces back to Van Cu village in Nam Dong commune, Ninh Binh province, considered the cradle of Vietnam’s pho-making craft.

Vietnam’s livestock sector continues to expand, but growing concerns over the misuse of antibiotics are casting a shadow over its long-term sustainability and public health safety.

Vietnam’s tourism market is being reshaped as rising costs and cautious spending push travellers toward shorter, more flexible, and experience-led trips.

Malaysia’s national team has arrived in northern Vietnam ahead of their upcoming match against Vietnam, bringing a 28-player squad that includes 13 naturalized players for the Asian Cup 2027 final qualifying round.

Vietnam’s U23 side suffered a 0-1 defeat to Thailand in their second match at the CFA Team China 2026 tournament, with an early goal proving decisive in a closely contested encounter.

Vietnam has officially inaugurated its embassy in Ireland, marking a significant milestone in the relationship between the two countries and opening a new phase of comprehensive cooperation.

The 22-year-old contestant from Hanoi impressed judges and audiences alike to secure the crown at the grand finale in Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City aims to rank among the world’s top 50 smart cities by 2030 under a draft smart urban development plan for 2026–2030, with a vision to 2035.

The Ministry of Construction announced on March 27 that maritime pilotage service providers nationwide have reached a consensus to cut down at least 10% in service fees for vessels flying the Vietnamese flag, especially oil tankers.

The 18th-tenure Hanoi Party Committee convened its fifth conference on March 27 to deliberate and adopt a range of strategic decisions shaping the capital’s development in a new era.

Mayor Daniel Lurie affirmed that San Francisco, with its strengths in high technology and finance, stands ready to promote investment cooperation and connectivity for the development of the Vietnam International Financial Centre.

Vietnam is stepping up efforts to secure a sovereign credit rating upgrade and deepen access to global capital, with HSBC expected to play a key advisory role in the process.

Vietnam has established an appraisal council to review proposed changes to the investment policy for the Ninh Thuan 1 nuclear power project.

Familiar Vietnamese herbs such as cilantro, basil, perilla, Vietnamese balm and bird’s eye chilli are increasingly finding their way onto supermarket shelves in several European countries.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for breakthrough solutions to ensure double-digit growth in science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation, contributing to the country’s overall growth target.