Vietnam approves implementation plan for Hague Apostille Convention

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son on February 25 signed Decision No. 330/QD-TTg approving a plan to implement the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents (the Apostille Convention).

First 30 Vietnamese nurses graduate from Austria’s training programme

The IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems in Austria, on February 24, held a graduation ceremony for 30 Vietnamese students, the first cohort of a high-quality nursing training programme.

Hanoi creates favourable environment for high-tech projects

Hanoi identifies science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation as key growth drivers in the new development phase.

Ho Chi Minh City tightens fleet management, ready to welcome EC inspectors

Since the beginning of 2024, Ho Chi Minh City has removed the registration of 1,662 fishing vessels that were damaged, no longer operational, or ineligible under regulations.

PM calls for breakthrough in digital economy, anchored in data, AI

A data-driven, self-reliant AI-powered digital economy will achieve comprehensive and sustainable breakthroughs, contributing significantly to rapid and lasting socio-economic development and improving the well-being of the Vietnamese people.

Vietnam’s economic outlook guided by Resolutions 79 and 68

As Vietnam enters a new stage of development that demands rapid yet sustainable growth, two key policy documents, Resolution No79-NQ/TW and Resolution No68-NQ/TW, have marked strategic policy milestones.

New space expands for private Vietnamese enterprises

The new space for Vietnamese enterprises will be present in restarted construction sites, in projects handled thoroughly, in technologies mastered by Vietnamese people, and in every specific decision made by authorities at all levels.

Young investor loses VND200 million after seeking life-changing returns

Withdrawing VND500 million in savings to inject money into stocks and cryptocurrencies, a young investor saw her portfolio evaporate by nearly 40 percent after just six months.

Five national treasures that anchor Cham and Raglai heritage in Khanh Hoa

Across centuries of wind and sand, sacred towers and ancient stone instruments continue to guard the spiritual memory of Cham and Raglai communities, shaping Khanh Hoa’s cultural identity today.

The US$930 billion miracle and its warning signs

Vietnam’s trade reached a historic US$930 billion in 2025, but experts warn that growth by scale alone has reached its structural limits.

From historic turning point to new development momentum

With the establishment of the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs in 2025, Vietnam’s work in ethnic and religious policy enters a new era, grounded in unity, practical impact and the well-being of the people.

Samsung’s ‘magic touch’ with the Galaxy S26 Ultra

It seems Samsung still knows how to work its magic, transforming the Galaxy S26 Ultra into a device that looks far more modern than many had feared.

Three lessons, three pillars of national governance

A country’s “new look” is not measured only by highways, airports or chip factories, but by the strength of its governance - the brain guiding Vietnam’s journey toward sustainable prosperity.

SOE profits surge 26% in 2025 amid structural recovery

State-owned enterprises on the stock market posted robust profit growth in 2025, with new policy mechanisms expected to further alter the landscape.

When the fear of hunger gave way to ambition

The journey from triple-digit inflation to a US$500 billion economy reflects more than growth. It marks the liberation of human potential and the birth of a new national aspiration.

Loan market share concentrates in five largest banks as credit hits new record

Total outstanding loans at 30 domestic commercial banks reached a new peak of VND15.8 quadrillion (US$620 billion) by the end of 2025, with the five largest lenders accounting for more than half of the market.

When nature breaks every limit

From unprecedented rainfall to historic river peaks, 2025 forced Vietnam to confront the escalating intensity of climate change and the urgent need for deeper resilience.

Workers may enjoy up to nine consecutive days off in late April

After the Lunar New Year, employees will soon welcome two major public holidays. With careful planning of annual leave, many could extend their break to nine uninterrupted days.

Space no longer a distant dream but a strategic frontier for Vietnam

From a 1kg micro-satellite dubbed the “Vietnamese dragon” to silent laboratories and high-level policy resolutions, Vietnam is steadily turning space technology into a pillar of national strategy.

A 119-year-old house in the heart of HCM City fills with family every Tet

For more than a century, an ancestral house in HCM City has stood quietly amid modern streets. Each Tet, generations return, keeping alive rituals, memories and a sense of belonging.

HCMC: More than 4,000 voters to cast early ballots from February 26

Early voting will take place in four polling areas in Phuoc Thang Ward, Tam Thang Ward and Long Son Commune, ensuring electoral rights for those on duty at sea and on offshore platforms.

Lim festival recognized as national intangible cultural heritage

Tien Du announces the Spring 2026 Lim Festival alongside the ceremony to receive national intangible cultural heritage status, featuring solemn rituals and vibrant folk activities.

A living museum of Dao heritage

For decades, Phung Quang Du has collected, studied and taught Dao Nom script, preserving the soul of his people amid modern change.

iPhone 18 Pro tipped for bold new color hotter than cosmic orange

After the success of the “cosmic orange” finish on the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple is reportedly preparing an even more daring color option for the iPhone 18 Pro.

Fourth-year student publishes eight papers at international conferences

At 22, Nguyen Duc Nhat Anh, a student at the National Economics University, has authored 26 scientific research papers, including eight presented at international conferences and five published in specialized academic journals.