Rethinking local government: Beyond structure to governance

A shift in thinking from organizational restructuring to governance reform is emerging as a central theme in Vietnam’s next phase of development.

Vietnam’s airlines navigate fuel price shock with flexible strategies

Vietnam’s aviation industry is being forced into rapid adaptation as jet fuel prices surge far beyond initial projections, pushing airlines to rethink everything from fleet operations to ticket pricing.

Two oil-refining giants expect adequate fuel supply in VN amid global conflicts

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC (NSRP) has secured sufficient crude oil to ensure operations at optimal capacity through the end of May, while Dung Quat Refinery is running at 120 percent capacity to boost domestic supply.

Starlink faces uphill battle in Vietnam’s low-cost internet market

Satellite internet service Starlink is unlikely to compete directly with Vietnam’s established telecom providers, largely due to its higher cost and the country’s already well-developed broadband infrastructure.

Are enterprises prepared for the E10 gasoline transition?

Major petroleum enterprises all say they have the infrastructure for blending and distributing E10 gasoline, a new type of gasoline expected to be widely sold nationwide starting from early April.

Tougher penalties proposed for fake news, including account seizure

Authorities are considering stricter sanctions, with fines and digital account confiscation for those spreading false information online.

Vietnam surge back into FIFA top 100 after dominant Asian Cup run

Vietnam’s national team closed their Asian Cup 2027 qualifying campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Malaysia 3-1 to secure a perfect record and return to the FIFA top 100.

Politburo reshapes leadership across five key national institutions

Vietnam announces major leadership appointments and organizational changes affecting core media and scientific institutions.

Cold air ends early heatwave as storms sweep across northern Vietnam

A brief spell of early-season heat across northern and central Vietnam has come to an abrupt end, as a weak cold air mass moves in, triggering widespread showers and thunderstorms on April 1.

U23 Vietnam fall to narrow defeat against China in CFA tournament finale

U23 Vietnam national football team put in a determined performance but fell to a 0-1 defeat against U23 China national football team in their final match of the CFA Team China 2026 friendly tournament.

Logitech appoints Sinem Erdogmus Yavuz to lead Southeast Asia

Logitech has announced the appointment of Sinem Erdogmus Yavuz as its new Regional Director for Southeast Asia, reinforcing the company’s strategic focus on one of the world’s most dynamic technology markets.

Ha Tinh man earns VND6 billion a year from a new eel farming model

Leaving behind a stable business job, a young man has built a profitable venture with a high-density mud-free eel farming model, generating more than VND6.6 billion in annual revenue and winning the 2025 Luong Dinh Cua Award.

Gia Lai, Lao provinces sign cooperation agreement

Gia Lai province signed a cooperation agreement for the 2026–2030 period with the four southern Lao provinces of Attapeu, Champasak, Salavan and Sekong at a conference held in the Vietnamese locality on March 29.

Vietnam affirms responsible role at UN Human Rights Council

Vietnam has reaffirmed its active and responsible role at the 61st regular session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), which concluded in Geneva on March 31 after six weeks of meetings amid increasingly complex global developments.

Religious freedom must not be separated from civic responsibility

The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has repeatedly rejected what it calls “unobjective and inaccurate” claims in various reports.

Tha Hamlet, a living museum of Tay heritage in northern Vietnam

A centuries-old Tay hamlet in Tuyen Quang preserves traditional homes, culture and daily life, earning its reputation as a “living museum.”

Hanoi plans major bus network overhaul to accelerate green transition

The Hanoi Centre for Traffic Management and Operation has proposed a plan to adjust and strengthen the city's bus network to reduce emissions and promote sustainable urban transport development.

Vietnam Railways Corporation to become Vietnam National Railways Group

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc has signed a decision approving the restructuring of the Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) for the 2026-2030, with a vision to 2035, under a group-oriented model.

Vietnam gains popularity among Filipino travellers

Vietnam is increasingly emerging as a preferred destination for Philippine travellers, welcoming over 482,000 arrivals in 2025, as ASEAN visa exemption policies provide favourable conditions.

HSBC arranges 200 million USD loan for GELEX Infrastructure JSC

HSBC Vietnam has announced the successful completion of a five-year syndicated loan worth 200 million USD for GELEX Infrastructure JSC, acting as the mandated lead arranger.

Russia eyes expanded technological footprint in Asia through VN nuclear project

Russian experts have highlighted the positive impacts of the recently-signed cooperation agreement between Vietnam and Russia to construct Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Plant.

Central Vietnam’s investment rebounds

Central Vietnam’s investment rebound is accelerating, led by Da Nang’s explosive first-quarter surge and Gia Lai’s 32 billion USD haul at its 2026 investment promotion conference held as part of the National Tourism Year.

Hue sets sights on becoming Vietnam’s leading green tourism city

The central city of Hue is stepping up efforts to position itself among Vietnam’s leading green tourism destinations, moving towards a net-zero tourism model with balanced emissions.

FDI into Ho Chi Minh City jumps over 200% in first quarter

Strong foreign investment inflows reflect the city’s resilience in the face of global volatility, said a local official.

Painful fallout from illegal forex frenzy revealed

After "burning through their accounts" on online international stock exchanges and forex, many individuals had criminal intentions to obtain money for "recovery."