Vietnamese travelers favor Bangkok, Singapore, Seoul for September 2 getaway

Bangkok, Singapore, and Seoul top Vietnamese travelers’ searches for the upcoming National Day holiday.

Le Giang: The Vietnamese dan bau artist who conquered 80 countries

Over nearly 30 years of performing, Meritorious Artist Le Giang has brought the sound of the Vietnamese monochord (dan bau) to more than 80 countries and territories – a dream achievement for any artist.

Thang Long Citadel marks 80 years of independence with historic exhibitions

Hanoi celebrates 80 years of independence with historic displays at Thang Long Citadel.

Vietnam builds world’s largest steel dome in record time

The Kim Quy Dome, a 24,000-ton steel marvel built in just five months, sets a world record and showcases Vietnamese engineering prowess.

CMC, Samsung C&T partner on $1B “AI Heart” data center in HCM City

CMC and Samsung C&T sign a strategic deal to build a world-class hyperscale data center in Ho Chi Minh City, laying the foundation for Vietnam's AI future.

Vietnam’s textile sector braces for 20% US tariff

Vietnam’s garment industry faces U.S. tariff hike, turning challenges into opportunities.

Vietnam’s FDI flows shift toward high-value industries and smart factories

Vietnam's foreign investment reached $21.5B in H1 2025, with a surge in high-tech sectors and ready-built factory rentals.

Vietnam calls for respect for international law to ensure maritime security

As a coastal nation with strategic and economic interests closely tied to peace and security in the East Sea, Vietnam affirmed its consistent position of resolving all disputes via peaceful means in accordance with international laws.

Vietnam and South Korea to co-produce romantic comedy “Saigon Oppa”

A Korea-Vietnam co-production titled Saigon Oppa is set to begin filming in 2026, directed by Park Gyu Tae.

New heart lungs and hope after Vietnam's landmark transplant

Viet Duc University Hospital announced its first successful simultaneous lung and heart transplant in Vietnam for a patient with multiple organ failure on August 13.

National steering committee for implementation of COP26 commitments consolidated

Under Decision No. 1732/QD-TTg dated August 12, 2025, which took effect the same day, PM Chinh will serve as head of the committee, with Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha as deputy head.

Hanoi boosts rail tourism with seasonal, event-based tours

The tourism and railway sectors are suggested to jointly develop new products such as charter tourist trains, themed carriages showcasing regional culture and cuisine, and routes connecting heritage sites, festivals, and interregional destinations.

Vietnam charts new course for consular, citizen protection affairs

Over the past 80 years, the consular and citizen protection work has achieved significant results, contributing to the overall success of external affairs and earning recognition from the Party, State, and people.

Exhibition highlighting Vietnam’s 80-year achievements - An anticipated event

An exhibition celebrating Vietnam’s achievements over the past 80 years, which will be held from August 28 to September 5 at the National Exposition Centre, is expected to become a cultural and political highlight of the year.

Gia Lai province greenlights 228-million-USD sea port

Gia Lai on August 13 approved the investment policy for the first phase of Phu My port project, worth over 6 trillion VND (228 million USD), aiming at shaping up an industrial – sea port hub in the coming time.

HCM City proposes free health insurance cards from age 60

The HCM City Social Security Office has proposed to support 100% of health insurance premiums for people aged from 60 to under 75 years old who are not eligible for retirement or eligible for State budget sponsorship.

Vietnamese boy stuns Shanghai with Chinese song at age 13

Young talent Duong Duc Hai wins international acclaim with heartfelt Chinese vocal performance.

FIVB erases Vietnam U21 star’s stats after match results annulled

The FIVB has shocked fans by deleting all match records and individual stats of Dang Thi Hong following Vietnam U21’s disqualification from the world championship.

iPhone 17 Pro to launch with higher price but double base storage

iPhone 17 Pro may start at USD 1,049 with doubled 256GB base storage.

Pressure mounts on referees in the intense V-League 2025/26

The V-League 2025/26 is shaping up to be more competitive than ever, placing unprecedented pressure on referees.

Hoi An’s living museum: 223-year-old home of a literary dynasty

Once home to a Nguyen dynasty mandarin, the 220-year-old residence holds artifacts of a scholarly family that shaped Vietnamese literature.

New central bank rules pump billions into Vietnam's stock market

New SBV policies cut reserve rates for key banks, releasing billions for lending and boosting stock performance.

Vietnam, UNDP strengthen partnership for ethnic minority development

On August 13, Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Dao Ngoc Dung met with Ms. Ramla Khalidi, Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Vietnam.

Four delivery giants fined for unfair competition in Vietnam

Four leading postal service firms in Vietnam have been fined for unfair competition, with penalties totaling nearly USD 31,400.

Bamboo Airways appoints new chairman and CEO after leadership changes

Pham Ngoc Vinh, chairman of the Board of Directors of Bamboo Airways (Tre Viet Aviation Joint Stock Company), and CEO Luong Hoai Nam have both stepped down from their positions citing personal reasons.