Vietnam faces rising heat while cold fronts continue to bring storms

Heatwaves are forecast to intensify across Vietnam through early June, particularly in northern and central regions, though cold air masses may still periodically trigger thunderstorms and lower temperatures in the north.

Vietnam Fatherland Front opens 11th National Congress in Hanoi

Vietnam’s top leaders gathered in Hanoi on Tuesday for the opening of the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front.

Vietnam reshuffles central steering committee on science and technology

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, head of the Central Steering Committee on Science and Technology Development, Innovation and Digital Transformation, has signed a decision reshuffling the committee’s membership.

Vietnam accelerates reorganization of villages and residential groups

Vietnam’s government has ordered ministries and local authorities to urgently complete the restructuring of residential groups, villages and hamlets, along with public non-business units, in line with guidance from central authorities.

Hanoi elects two new vice chairmen of city administration

Hanoi’s People’s Council has elected two additional vice chairmen for the city administration for the 2026-2031 term.

Hanoi targets global night tourism growth with Red River project

Hanoi plans to develop a night economy zone along the Red River scenic boulevard into a creative economic center bringing together high-value cultural, artistic and commercial activities.

Vietnamese celebrities whose careers collapsed over drugs

Vietnamese showbiz continues to grapple with drug-related controversies as several well-known artists face legal troubles and public backlash.

National Assembly plans major overhaul of Vietnam’s Land Law

Vietnam’s National Assembly is expected to comprehensively revise the Land Law during the second session of the 16th legislature, according to National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.

Vietnam targets fully digital public services by 2035

Vietnam aims to conduct all citizen-government transactions digitally by 2035 under a newly approved national transformation program.

Vietnam releases 2025 administrative reform rankings for provinces

According to newly released figures from Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs, Hai Phong ranked first nationwide in the 2025 Public Administration Reform Index (PAR INDEX), while Cao Bang placed last.

Vietnam urged to modernize marine farming through science and technology

Vietnam’s offshore oil and gas sector has achieved world-class technological standards, but much of the country’s marine economy remains small-scale and fragmented, experts say.

Vietnam lawmakers warn of planning delays trapping residents for decades

Vietnamese lawmakers have called for urgent reviews of long-delayed planning projects that have left residents unable to build, transfer or renovate homes for years.

Hanoi Party official appointed deputy head of Central Organization Commission

Vietnam’s Party Secretariat has appointed Ha Minh Hai, head of the Hanoi Party Committee’s Organization Commission, as deputy head of the Communist Party of Vietnam’s Central Organization Commission.

Prime Minister urges proactive diplomacy amid global uncertainties

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on May 11 urged Vietnam’s diplomatic sector to propose policies, measures and response scenarios to ensure the country is not caught off guard by emerging risks.

Swiss president praises Vietnam’s rapid development and global standing

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that on May 11, Party General Secretary and President To Lam held an online meeting with Swiss President Guy Parmelin.

Vietnamese horror hit ‘Five-Toed Pig’ remains No. 1 at the box office

Vietnamese horror phenomenon ‘Five-Toed Pig’ has officially crossed $4.4 million after nearly three weeks in theaters, continuing its dominance at the nationwide box office.

Protecting intellectual property to strengthen Vietnam’s global credibility

Vietnam’s future as a creative and innovation-driven nation depends on its ability to protect intellectual property, uphold fairness and respect genuine creativity.

Samsung’s Fold 8 gamble sparks debate after surprising leak

A newly leaked video is raising major questions across the tech world about Samsung’s strategy for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Wide this year.

Credit growth accelerates as Vietnam’s banking loans top VND19.4 quadrillion

Vietnam’s total outstanding credit surpassed VND19.4 quadrillion (US$747 billion) by late April, as banks ramped up lending despite mounting inflation and exchange rate pressures.

Vietnam’s gaming industry levels up with global ambitions

Vietnam’s gaming sector is entering a new phase of international growth, backed by foreign investment, government support and rising global demand for locally made games.

Vietnam advances space technology with breakthrough in composite materials

Vietnam has taken a significant step toward mastering space technology with the successful development of advanced composite materials for satellite applications.

Hanoi seeks more time to finalise low-emission zone policies

Hanoi’s People’s Council has postponed consideration of a draft resolution related to low-emission zones within Ring Road 1, including proposed restrictions on gasoline-powered vehicles.

Vietnam U17 handed fresh hope of reaching World Cup

Vietnam U17 still has a clear opportunity to qualify for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup despite suffering a 1-4 defeat to South Korea U17 in the second round of Group C at the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup.

US tech giant explores small-scale nuclear power deployment in Vietnam

A leading US technology group is studying the installation and operation of highly reliable power generation centers in Vietnam based on small-scale nuclear reactors.

Hanoi gains two more craft villages in World Crafts Cities network

Hanoi officially welcomed the Chuyen My mother-of-pearl inlay and lacquerware craft village and the Son Dong lacquer sculpture craft village into the World Crafts Cities network at a ceremony held at the Thang Long imperial citadel on May 8.