Container shipping rates inch up amid global maritime disruptions

International container shipping has been affected by escalating conflicts in the Middle East, which have disrupted several major trade routes. Some vessels are unable to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, forcing carriers to reroute their services.

VN travellers increasingly favour sustainable stays, community-based tourism

Vietnamese travellers are placing growing emphasis on sustainable accommodation and tourism that benefits local communities, with 43% saying they want more eco-friendly lodging options to better plan their trips, according to a recent survey.

Vietnamese firm becomes first to reach top 15 in Germany’s energy award

The Vietnamese Government is strongly committed to sustainable development, with the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, alongside accelerated energy transition, green growth and innovation across sectors.

“.vn” domain names fetch over 20 times starting price on first auction day

Sixteen out of 18 national “.vn” domain names offered in the first auction session on March 18 were successfully sold. Auctions will continue on March 19 and 20, with 16 domain names available each day.

Party chief demands urgent acceleration on strategic tech push

Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that strategic technologies must directly serve the goals of raising productivity and economic competitiveness, forming new industries, and securing technological autonomy in key sectors.

Hanoi summit advances operation of ASEAN product safety portal

The Online Product Safety Summit in Hanoi on March 18, with participation from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and major e-commerce platforms, helped accelerate the rollout of an product safety portal for the bloc.

Belgium helps Vietnam clean up dioxin-contaminated land

Vietnam and Belgium are teaming up in a new push to undo some of the nightmare damage from the Vietnam War after the Southeast Asian nation gave the green light to a major cleanup project targeting land poisoned by Agent Orange (AO).

83 charged in “Mr Pips” fraud case

Hanoi police on March 18 initiated criminal proceedings against 83 defendants linked to a major asset fraud ring led by Pho Duc Nam, widely known as “Mr Pips”.

Special mechanism sought for preventing, settling int'l investment disputes

The National Assembly Standing Committee continued its 55th session today with discussions on a draft NA resolution introducing coordination mechanisms and special policies to improve the prevention and resolution of int'l investment disputes.

VN to launch nationwide campaign to promote energy saving for Earth Hour 2026

The Ministry of Industry and Trade will launch a nationwide campaign promoting energy conservation and green lifestyles in response to Earth Hour 2026, with a launching ceremony scheduled for March 21 in Hanoi.

Vietnam refines tourism promotion strategy to elevate national brand

Positive signals from the 49th World Travel Fair in Paris show Vietnam is on the right track in promoting itself as an attractive, safe and culturally rich global destination.

Vietnamese exporters adapt to global logistics volatility

Volatility across international shipping routes has increased pressure on exporters as delivery times lengthen and logistics costs rise sharply.

New policy framework boosts social housing development

The Government has introduced a consolidated legal framework to accelerate the development of social housing, aiming to expand home ownership opportunities for low-income earners while ensuring greater transparency and efficiency across the sector.

Surplus state assets turned into resource for development after streamlining

According to the Ministry of Finance (MoF), 34 localities nationwide have completed the arrangement and handling of state-owned housing and land after restructuring under their management.

Ho Chi Minh City steers remittances into technology, innovation

Ho Chi Minh City is repositioning remittances from foreign currency inflows to capital market resources, channeling them into innovation and supporting its ambition to become a sustainable international financial centre.

Vietnamese coffee chains emerge among Southeast Asia’s largest

Vietnam’s chain coffee has secured a position among Southeast Asia’s leading market, ranking third by value at an estimated 725 million USD and posting one of the region’s fastest growth rates at 27%.

Photo exhibition highlights Vietnam’s land and people in France

The exhibition offers the French public an opportunity to explore Vietnam through photography while strengthening friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

Work starts on more inter-level boarding schools in border communes

The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) teamed up with Vietnam Television, VNPT, Viettel, and 17 cities and provinces to kick off construction of combined primary and secondary boarding schools in land border communes this morning.

Institutional reform: from control to creation

Business condition cuts over the past decade have revealed a clear shift in management mindset: from restriction to creation. The space for the private economy has been expanding, providing a vital engine for growth and reform.

Sales of hybrid-vehicle sales in VN may begin to improve with new tax incentive

The use of hybrid vehicles, especially PHEVs, is surging worldwide due to their fuel efficiency.

E10 gasoline rollout expected to cut reliance on mineral fuel

Businesses are now seeking to accelerate the nationwide rollout of E10 gasoline to reduce dependence on mineral gasoline amid the global energy crisis.

Top engineering graduate enters PhD in France after work in 8 countries

Graduating with highest honors in Materials and Energy (a Vietnam–France high-quality engineering program) from HCMC University of Technology with a GPA of 9.2, Le Thanh Tai has moved directly into a doctoral program in France.

Khmer communities welcome a spring of renewal and improved prosperity

Visiting the Khmer phum soc (villages) these days, one can see clear changes on every road and rooftop.

Shark Binh accused of laundering funds in major fraud case

Investigators allege that Nguyen Hoa Binh helped conceal illicit funds tied to a large-scale fraud ring led by Pho Duc Nam.

Vietnam draws strong interest from US tech investors

Vietnam is emerging as a strategic destination in the global technology supply chain, attracting growing interest from US investors, according to John W. Mitchell, Chairman of the Global Electronics Association (GEA).