2026 wage hike proposal: higher pay for workers, manageable costs for employers

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) proposes that from early 2026, regional minimum wages will rise by an average of 7.2 percent, equivalent to VND250,000-350,000 per month.

What can be done to bring apartment prices down?

Apartment prices in Hanoi and HCMC have continued to surge, with many projects reaching VND150-300 million per sqm. Experts say that for prices to drop naturally, multiple solutions are needed beyond just increasing supply.

HCM City to spend $1.3 million inspecting 186 aging apartment buildings

The HCMC Department of Construction proposes urgent inspections of old residential complexes under the new housing law.

A tale of two storms: How Hanoi began learning its own lessons

Hanoi shows faster, smarter coordination after recent floods, yet the battle against chronic flooding continues.

Vung Tau celebrates Nghinh Ong Festival, honoring the guardian of the sea

Thousands join the century-old whale worship festival, praying for safe voyages and abundant harvests.

Planning for 2030: Vietnam targets $8,500 GDP per capita

The government has issued Resolution No. 306 on adjustments to the national master planning for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision extending to 2050.

Selling only leaves to foreign buyers, a company earns $15 million

In just the first eight months of 2025, a Vietnamese business has earned approximately 392 billion VND (around $15.1 million) solely by exporting various types of plant leaves to foreign customers.

Vietnam’s southern expressway dazzles from above

Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh Road project nears completion with bridges and vast rubber fields visible from above.

Vietnam’s road network sustains nearly $40 million in storm damage

Typhoon Bualoi severely impacts national and local road systems, with Thanh Hoa among the hardest hit.

HCM City intensifies tourism security with real-time AI alerts

Tourism order officers will patrol key areas to detect, prevent, and have the authority to apprehend individuals caught committing crimes such as assault, robbery, or pickpocketing against tourists.

Flooding disrupts flight operations at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport

Due to heavy rain brought by Typhoon Matmo (Storm No. 11) on the morning of October 7, several auxiliary areas at Noi Bai International Airport experienced localized flooding.

Cao Bang declares state of emergency as floods return

Before residents of Cao Bang could recover from the historic flooding caused by the remnants of Storm No. 10, they were struck by another round of severe flooding as the Bang Giang River continued to rise, isolating many areas.

Cao Dai followers gather for full moon ceremony in Tay Ninh

Thousands gather in silence to observe the spiritual heart of Hoi Yen Dieu Tri Cung, held under the full moon.

Hanoi Open 2025 brings world billiards elite to Vietnam

The third season of the Hanoi Open Pool Championship features 256 cueists, including global champions.

VFF launches mobile app to connect fans and national football teams

The VFF App provides Vietnamese football fans with exclusive access, real-time updates, and interactive experiences.

Vietnam U23 team heads to UAE, two players sidelined by injury

Coach Kim Sang Sik’s squad departs for a key training camp ahead of the 33rd SEA Games and AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026.

Hanoi police probe Shark Binh-linked crypto project after investor complaint

Authorities confirm receipt of a $2,000 loss report linked to the AntEx project and pledge transparent investigation.

Vietnam's total trade turnover reaches 680.66 billion USD in nine months

With these export and import figures, Vietnam enjoyed a goods trade surplus of 16.82 billion USD in the first nine month of 2025, the NSO said.

Int’l partnerships breathe new life into Vietnam’s cultural heritage

The global commitment to Vietnam's heritage spans continents. India has contributed over 50 billion VND (1.89 million USD) to the conservation of the My Son Sanctuary in Da Nang city.

September CPI rises 0.42% on higher education, food, housing costs

September’s CPI climbed 2.61% from December 2024 and 3.38% from a year earlier. The third-quarter average CPI rose by 3.27% year-on-year, lifting the nine-month average inflation rate to 3.27%.

HCM City explores new tourism products to boost post-merger potential

Ho Chi Minh City is emerging as a regional tourism hub after merging with Binh Duong and Ba Ria-Vung Tau, with authorities accelerating efforts to develop innovative products and boost sector growth.

Agro-forestry-fishery exports eye record for 2025: Deputy Minister

Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fisheries sector is on track to hit a record 67 billion USD in export revenue this year.

Vietnam’s foreign tourist arrivals rise 21.5% in nine months

Vietnam recorded a 21.5% year-on-year increase in international visitor arrivals to 15.4 million in the first nine months of the year, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.

Flash flood, landslide danger warned for entire Tuyen Quang province

The meteorological agency warned that all the 124 communes and wards across the province face a very high risk of flash floods along small rivers and streams, landslides in steep terrain and areas with weak geological structures.

Tourism sector drives national economic growth

The country welcomed about 1.5 million foreign visitors in September — down 9.6% from August but 19.5% higher year-on-year. Total international arrivals surpassed 15.4 million in the first nine months, up 21.5% from 2024, with 84.5% arriving by air.