A proposed shared laboratory at NIC Hoa Lac could give Vietnamese businesses, startups, research institutes and universities access to advanced equipment and technologies while reducing costs and development time.

The glamour of Vietnam’s performing arts conceals a harsher reality of injuries, low remuneration and copyright gaps that have left many artists struggling to make a living.

The National Assembly Standing Committee on August 14 discussed a government proposal to integrate four national target programs into a single program requiring more than VND808 trillion ($30.7 billion) in resources.

Organ transplant costs vary sharply across Vietnamese hospitals, with liver procedures ranging from about $17,100 to as much as $57,000.

HCM City authorities have tasked the Department of Home Affairs with reviewing commune-level administrative units that do not fully meet required standards or have revealed shortcomings since the two-tier local government model began operating.

Starlink's entry into Vietnam, with fixed internet plans starting at around $43 a month, highlights a striking price and speed gap with traditional VSAT services and could eventually transform connectivity for vessels operating offshore.

Vietnam’s role in global technology chains is beginning to change as companies bring more R&D into the country and Vietnamese engineers join product development.

At 23, Vo Hoang Duyen left city life behind. Armed with little more than a smartphone, she is now bringing the food, people and untold stories of her fishing village to millions.

Vietnam-India relations continue to deepen on a foundation of strong political trust, shared strategic interests and a common desire for peace, stability, cooperation and development across the region.

Vietnam bring tactical unpredictability into their ASEAN Cup semifinal with Malaysia, but injuries, home advantage and an unfamiliar pitch could complicate the first leg.

Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra has ordered the completion of a comprehensive database covering fallen soldiers, their graves, cemeteries and records by the end of this year.

More than 1,700 remains of fallen soldiers have been recovered under a nationwide campaign to accelerate the search, recovery and identification of war martyrs’ remains, according to the national steering committee.

Rising transport costs and stricter requirements on data, emissions and supply chain transparency are turning logistics into a major bottleneck for Vietnam’s exports, according to insiders.

Vietnam is accelerating efforts to build a high-quality AI workforce by connecting Vietnamese experts worldwide and expanding domestic training and research under Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW.

A Vietnamese defence delegation on August 12 held working sessions at the University of Georgia and a leading US military forensic facility on the search for and identification of martyrs’ remains.

Regional connectivity is widely regarded as a “key” to enhancing the competitiveness of tourism destinations.

Bus ridership in Ho Chi Minh City has surged since free fares were introduced on 134 routes more than a month ago, encouraging more residents to turn to public transport.

Eight mass graves containing the remains of war martyrs have been uncovered at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City, as search teams continue efforts to recover and identify remains of fallen soldiers.

Although trade turnover remains modest, Vietnam’s goods exports to New Zealand have recorded strong growth, highlighting considerable potential for further expansion in the market.

Hanoi is positioning itself as an international music destination, with a series of major cultural and music events scheduled for the capital this autumn, bringing global artists to Vietnam while showcasing the city’s cultural heritage.

Vietnam’s corporate bond market faces tighter oversight as local authorities take on monitoring duties and issuers face new leverage limits and stricter transparency requirements.

The rapid rise of Chinese carmakers in Vietnam is putting growing pressure on the country’s automotive industry, reshaping competition over prices, technology and production as the market shifts from imported vehicles towards local manufacturing.

Vietnam must strengthen technology and data sovereignty, develop AI responsibly and build a skilled workforce as the global race for artificial intelligence accelerates.

Artificial intelligence, computer science and automation emerged among the most competitive university majors in Vietnam’s 2026 admissions season, while teacher training and military schools continued to demand exceptionally high scores.

The 32nd Our Lady of La Vang Pilgrimage opened in Quang Tri Province on August 13, beginning three days of religious and cultural activities at one of Vietnam's most important Catholic pilgrimage sites.