Top personal income tax rate should be capped at 25%: experts

The draft amended Personal Income Tax (PIT) Law proposes reducing the progressive tax brackets from seven to five, while maintaining the highest tax rate at 35 percent for taxable income above VND100 million per month.

Hoi An named Asia’s most beautiful historical town

Hoi An Ancient Town in Vietnam has been named Asia’s most beautiful historical center by Tourlane, a leading French online travel platform.

Low down-payments, high profits: housing policy favors investors over buyers

The policy of paying 10 percent upfront and deferring debt for five years raises a serious question: Is it truly an opportunity for homebuyers or just fertile land for speculators?

Wedding feast in Quang Ninh wows diners with stir-fried ‘sea worms’

A wedding banquet in eastern Quang Ninh has gone viral for its lavish spread and surprising dishes, including a stir-fried sea worm dish that left guests curious and amazed.

Tet train tickets hit record-high prices, yet first customer books 10 tickets

The first customer for Tet tickets arrived at Saigon Station at 2 am to book 10 tickets to ensure a safe journey home to celebrate Tet, which falls in mid-February next year.

Super Typhoon Ragasa rages as new storm brews in Pacific

Vietnam faces dual storm threats as Ragasa churns offshore and another system is forecast to reach the East Sea by September 27.

Vietnam cancels dozens of flights due to Super Typhoon Ragasa

Super Typhoon Ragasa has forced airlines across Vietnam to cancel or reschedule dozens of flights to protect passengers and crew.

WIPO chief visits Vietnam to expand IP and innovation cooperation

WIPO Director General Daren Tang will visit Vietnam to boost collaboration on intellectual property, innovation, and digital transformation.

Vietnam mobilizes nationwide storm response as Super Typhoon Ragasa nears

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed an emergency directive urging all ministries and local authorities to swiftly implement response measures for Storm No. 9, officially classified as Super Typhoon Ragasa.

Cao Dai religion rooted in 'Eye of Heaven' legend spreads global influence

Born from a spiritual vision, Cao Dai has grown into a global symbol of Vietnamese culture and faith.

Vietnam ends gold monopoly, allows banks back into bullion market

Vietnam will allow commercial banks to produce and import gold bars from October 10 under new government regulations.

Vietnam’s exporters face pivotal test with new US tariffs

A 20% U.S. tax forces Vietnamese firms to restructure strategies, improve product origin traceability, and explore new markets.

Ho Chi Minh City invests in first dedicated bike corridor

Ho Chi Minh City will build a nearly 6 km dedicated bike lane on Mai Chi Tho Boulevard starting October 2025.

iPhone Ultra may be Apple’s boldest move yet

Apple is rumored to launch an iPhone Ultra with breakthrough tech to outshine all rivals.

Vietnam hits record FDI since 2009, $12bil. boosts industrial real estate

Vietnam attracted nearly $12 billion in manufacturing FDI in H1 2025, the highest since 2009, driving growth in industrial real estate.

Vietnam’s crypto boom tops $100bil. in offshore trades

Over 17 million Vietnamese are trading cryptocurrency abroad, prompting the government to push for a regulated domestic crypto market.

Multi-level marketing pays $108M in commissions despite membership drop

Vietnam’s MLM industry paid out $108 million in commissions in early 2025, even as new memberships declined and revenues dipped.

Trade defense warning for Vietnam’s hot export sectors

Steel, furniture, and electronics from Vietnam are increasingly targeted in global trade defense measures due to rapid export growth.

Vietnamese artisan unveils world’s first gold-plated iPhone 17 Pro Max

A Vietnamese artisan has created the world’s first gold-plated iPhone 17 Pro Max in just 33 hours, showcasing elite craftsmanship and elevating Vietnam’s profile in luxury tech.

Hanoi plans $190 million riverside park along To Lich River

Hanoi is planning a major riverside park along To Lich River, spanning 12 wards and costing over VND 4,600 billion, as part of the city's urban renewal strategy.

Hue mandates camera surveillance for bars and nightlife venues

All bars, beer clubs, and pubs in Hue City must install security cameras linked to the city’s smart monitoring center, under new government regulations.

Over 4,000 join Hanoi Peace Run and Paralympic milestone celebration

The 50th Hanoi Moi Expanded Peace Run is set to take place at 7 a.m. on September 28 around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, with over 4,000 participants including athletes, students, civil servants, and workers based in the capital.

Hospital heads arrested for faking 255 kidney stone treatments

Two department heads at a Dak Lak hospital were detained after charging for laser procedures never performed due to broken equipment.

Women hold 6.25% of Politburo seats and 10.65% of Central Committee roles

Women’s representation in Vietnam’s highest Party organs has improved, with 23 now serving as provincial Party secretaries or deputies.

Vietnam thrashes China 7-2 in AFC Futsal qualifiers

Vietnam’s national futsal team crushed China 7-2 in their second match of the AFC 2026 qualifiers, boosting their chances of reaching the final round.