Ho Chi Minh City seeks new growth model beyond prosperity

In a recent working session with HCM City, General Secretary and President To Lam pointed out with unusual candor that the city is gradually losing its growth advantages and investment appeal, as it is overtaken by other urban centers in the region.

Digital technologies redraw jobs landscape

Vietnam’s labour market is entering an accelerated transition under digitalisation and AI. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), about 11.5 million workers - one in five - are in jobs potentially affected by GenAI.

Gold prices drop from historic peak, hot growth cycle may be ending

The gold market has experienced unpredictable developments in the first four months of 2026, with prices plunging sharply after hitting a peak in late January.

Culinary, heritage passports reshape cultural tourism

Safeguarding and upholding heritage sites is not merely about keeping them in their original state, but also demands approaches that fit new contexts.

Competition for Vietnam squad reaches unprecedented intensity

A new wave of young talent and naturalized players is reshaping the national team, forcing tough choices ahead of a packed schedule.

Building cuisine into a key driver of Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism

Cuisine is becoming a major draw for tourism as more travellers look for destinations with unique food experiences.

Mekong Delta getaway charms foreign visitors with local flavors

Beatricia and Mihai, a couple from Moldova, recently traveled through southern Vietnam, visiting several destinations and sampling local cuisine along the way.

Vietnam Navy deepens integration while advancing modernization

Vice Admiral Nguyen An Phong, Political Commissar of the Vietnam People's Navy, has reaffirmed that the force is steadily deepening international integration while safeguarding national sovereignty “early and from afar”.

Repair costs reshape the smartphone competition

A single unlucky drop onto a hard surface can leave a smartphone severely damaged - and the repair bill that follows may be enough to shock even seasoned users.

Cua Lo’s glowing squid market becomes a tourist magnet

A coastal sidewalk market in Cua Lo (Nghe An Province) has quickly become a magnet for visitors, offering a single specialty ranked among Vietnam’s top 10 seafood delicacies.

US leads demand for Vietnamese pepper with premium prices

Vietnam exported 95,100 tonnes of pepper in the first four months of 2026, generating US$614.4 million in revenue. Notably, the United States emerged as the largest buyer, paying the highest prices for the commodity.

Civil servants concerned about proposed wage increase as prices rise

The Ministry of Home Affairs’ proposal to raise the base salary to VND2.53 million from July 1 has drawn attention from many beneficiaries. However, the cost of living has shown signs of increasing.

Vietnamese doctor averts mid-air emergency on Hanoi - Paris flight

A Vietnamese doctor has been credited with averting a potential mid-air crisis after providing urgent care to a passenger showing signs of a suspected stroke on a flight from Hanoi to Paris.

Pham Nhat Vuong hits record wealth, tops Southeast Asia rankings

A surge in Vingroup shares propels Vietnam’s richest man to an unprecedented fortune above US$35 billion.

Three deaths linked to hantavirus on cruise, Vietnam issues warning

Vietnam’s health authorities have urged the public to take proactive precautions against rodent-borne diseases following reports of a hantavirus cluster on a Dutch cruise ship that resulted in three deaths.

Sacred water procession opens Ponagar festival in Khanh Hoa

A large number of Cham dignitaries took part in a sacred water procession during the Ponagar Tower Festival in Khanh Hoa province, a ritual held to pray for favorable weather, abundant harvests and prosperity.

Drunk foreign rider held after fatal crash in Nha Trang

Police in Nha Trang have detained a Russian national for investigation after he was accused of driving under the influence and causing a fatal traffic accident that killed a 70-year-old woman.

iOS 27 set to redefine iPhone with AI, satellite, and smarter Siri

Apple Inc. is preparing to unveil iOS 27 at the upcoming WWDC 2026 on June 8, with a wave of anticipated changes pointing to one of the company’s most ambitious software updates in recent years.

Vietnam auto output rises as imports decline sharply

Vietnam’s automotive market continued to receive a strong supply of new vehicles in April, with domestically produced cars clearly outpacing imports.

Weather alert: storms and temperature drop expected in Hanoi

A new weather system is set to disrupt the region, with thunderstorms and extreme conditions expected to return by the weekend.

European literature days 2026 bring voices of solitude and connection

From May 6 to 17, the European Literature Days will unfold across Vietnam with a rich and diverse program spanning from Hanoi to Hue and Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam key to India’s Act East policy amid high-level visit

Vietnam continues to hold a central role in India’s Act East policy as leaders prepare for a state visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties.

Pig farming becomes money printing machine, firms report trillion-dong profits

After pocketing trillion-dong profits, major livestock enterprises have simultaneously revealed ambitions to exploit a new "gold mine" in the agricultural sector.

Tam Dao halts trekking activities over safety concerns

Tam Dao National Park has announced a temporary suspension of all trekking and mountain climbing activities across its three main peaks to ensure the absolute safety of visitors.

Health Ministry to lose licensing authority for practitioners from July

Under a new policy, provincial leaders will take over all procedures related to medical practice licensing nationwide.