Vietnamese banks are cutting borrowing costs and expanding preferential lending for SMEs and priority sectors as the Government seeks to channel more affordable credit into production and support faster economic growth.

Six months after the Politburo issued Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on Vietnamese culture development, Vietnam has added a law on cultural industries development to its legislative agenda.

The entire healthcare system will launch a pre-hospital emergency care service starting from next year as part of a newly approved Government project.

Deputy Prime Minister Le Tien Chau has signed Decision No. 1528/QD-TTg dated August 11, 2026, approving the national programme on artificial intelligence (AI) human resources development through 2030, with a vision to 2035.

Vietnam and Australia are expanding cooperation in personnel training, policy research and development governance as their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership enters a new phase.

Lawmakers on August 12 discussed establishing Quang Ninh and Bac Ninh cities, with the Government seeking to develop them into major economic growth poles.

If having the latest technology is your top priority and you are willing to pay more, waiting for the iPhone 18 Pro Max remains a reasonable option. But based on the leaks so far, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is well worth considering.

Vietnam and New Zealand are seeking to boost trade by opening markets and removing barriers following the upgrade of bilateral ties.

General Secretary and State President To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Canberra at noon on August 12, concluding their four-day state visit to Australia and departing for a state visit to New Zealand.

General Secretary and State President To Lam met Australian business leaders in Canberra on August 12, highlighting cooperation opportunities in strategic minerals, high technology and innovation.

With energy demand set to surge as Vietnam targets double-digit growth, completing the policy framework is crucial to unlocking the energy sector and ensuring adequate supply.

A tourist escaped injury after a passing train struck her phone on Hanoi’s Train Street, prompting authorities to penalize a cafe owner and step up safety enforcement.

From 11:14am to 12:14pm UTC, equivalent to 6:14pm to 7:14pm local time, take-offs and landings at Tan Son Nhat International Airport were temporarily restricted due to the sighting of a UAV near an air route.

Vietnam is accelerating public-sector restructuring, with ministries required to streamline internal structures in October and major changes planned for education and healthcare.

Separate second-quarter 2026 financial statements from Vietnamese commercial banks reveal a notable shift in demand deposits, or current account savings account (CASA), across the banking sector.

A 5,000-square-meter garden in Quang Ninh is drawing visitors with Atlantic Giant pumpkins weighing dozens of kilograms, including one that has reached 126kg.

The iPhone 20 Pro Max could feature an unprecedentedly large display, potentially making it one of the most anticipated technology products of 2027.

To drive new growth, Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW calls for modern digital infrastructure, high-quality Internet access and large-scale data centres to underpin a national data platform.

The iPhone 17 could become the standard iPhone to remain at the top of Apple’s lineup for the longest period in company history, surpassing a record set by the iPhone 4 in 2010.

Every land parcel in Vietnam is set to receive a unique identification code independent of administrative boundaries, paving the way for a shift from paper land-use certificates to data-based management and integration with VNeID.

The case of Phuong Diem Huyen is not an isolated one; numerous singers routinely upload musical works to YouTube channels without obtaining permission or paying royalties as mandated by law.

Apple's rumored foldable iPhone Ultra is expected to arrive in just two color options, both apparently designed to give the device a distinctly premium and professional look.

YouTube's new Premium Lite subscription costs about $1.90 a month in Vietnam, allowing users to watch most videos without ads while offering several additional features.

Apple’s iPhone Ultra is expected to officially debut this September, but the US technology giant is reportedly already developing the third generation of its foldable iPhone.

Vietnam enter the ASEAN Cup 2026 semifinals with 74 shots, 13 goals and just one conceded, but Malaysia promise a tougher test of the defending champions’ credentials.