Giant flags raised along Huong River to celebrate Vesak 2026 in Hue

Hue has come alive with color ahead of Vesak 2026, with giant flags and illuminated lotus flowers along the Huong River drawing residents and visitors alike.

Vietnam women begin AVC Nations Cup campaign against Lebanon

The AVC Nations Cup 2026 will test Vietnam's title credentials under a tougher format, with every group-stage match carrying significant weight.

Intellectual property enforcement: from periodic campaigns to 24/7 monitoring

From applying fake labels to selling counterfeits via livestream, intellectual property rights (IPR) infringements are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

Top leader of Vietnam pays state visit to Philippines

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse are paying state visit to the Philippines from May 31 to June 1 at the invitation of President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. and his spouse.

State President approves amnesty for 9,950 prisoners

The State President has granted 2026 amnesty to 9,950 inmates serving prison sentences who meet eligibility criteria, according to an official decision announced at a press conference in Hanoi on May 30.

Vietnam responds to US intellectual property probe with call for objectivity

Vietnam has called on the United States to conduct an objective and fair assessment and fully recognize the country's efforts and tangible achievements in protecting and enforcing intellectual property rights.

Leaked iPhone 18 Pro images surprise Apple fans

A series of realistic iPhone 18 Pro mockup images has surfaced online, giving Apple fans an early glimpse of the company's next flagship smartphone and revealing four new color options.

Property chair ‘moved to tears’ as project bottlenecks untangled

HCM City real estate developers are thrilled as Decree 147 and Resolution 29 will revive stagnant projects.

When capital flows tilt heavily toward assets, while housing prices soar

A bank employee in Hanoi revealed that he earns about VND55 million per month, a relatively high income today. But after many years of working, he still cannot buy a home.

Low R&D investment traps Vietnam in subcontracting loop: science minister

As the world enters a new phase of strategic competition, technology has become the decisive factor in a nation’s competitiveness, standing, and level of autonomy.

Young doctor rejects US, Korea jobs, builds medical specialty niche in Vietnam

While many of his peers pursued “hot” specialties, Dr Pham Le Duy chose allergy and clinical immunology.

Vietnam's Huong Giang secures second runner-up crown at MGI All Stars 2026

Vietnam's Huong Giang was crowned second runner-up at Miss Grand International All Stars 2026, prompting an emotional reaction from fans during the grand finale held in Bangkok, Thailand, on the evening of May 30.

Ho Chi Minh City: Rising hub for science, technology, and innovation

As Vietnam’s leading economic powerhouse, HCMC is entering a new phase of development in which science, technology and innovation have been identified as key engines of growth as in line with Politburo Resolution No. 57.

Offshore wind-hydrogen integration optimises investment efficiency

Under the integrated model, surplus electricity generated during periods of low grid demand could be used for seawater electrolysis, producing green hydrogen to help optimise investment efficiency for offshore wind farms.

FDI attraction: Time to shift from “red carpet rollout” to long-term partnership

An expert perceived that Vietnam needs to move towards a new-generation investment attraction model – one that seeks not only capital but also advanced technology, modern governance, innovation and stronger spillover effects on domestic enterprises.

Hanoi prepares to launch 1.5-billion-USD Metro 2A extension project

Hanoi is preparing to launch the Metro Line 2A extension project, with a preliminary investment estimate exceeding $1.5 billion, as part of efforts to expand the capital city’s urban railway network.

Vietnam’s tourism sector accelerates green transition

Vietnam’s tourism industry is accelerating its transition towards greener and more sustainable development as localities, destinations and businesses increasingly view green transformation not merely as a trend, but as a vital requirement.

Fostering skilled workforce for innovation era: experts

Human resources are seen as the decisive factor in driving breakthroughs in sci-tech and innovation, prompting the Party and State to roll out policies aimed at training, attracting and utilising intellectuals, experts and highly skilled workers.

Digital capacity improvement needed for comprehensive human development

Comprehensive human development today encompasses not only knowledge, physical health and morality, but also skills, adaptability and development continuity.

Top Vietnamese leader meets Singaporean Parliament Speaker

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam met with Speaker of the Parliament of Singapore Seah Kian Peng on May 30, as part of his state visit to the country.

Vietnam to host first-ever UTMB World Series race in Da Lat

Vietnam will host a race of the prestigious UTMB World Series for the first time, opening opportunities to put the country’s mountain trails on the global trail running map.

Int'l media highlight VN leader’s keynote address at 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue

The keynote policy address delivered by General Secretary and State President To Lam at the opening session of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29 has drawn wide attention from international media outlets and observers.

Top Vietnamese leader visits technology, rail test facilities in Singapore

General Secretary and President To Lam on May 30 visited the Singaporean Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)’s Model Factory and the Singapore Rail Test Centre as part of his state visit to Singapore.

Philippine official highlights bright prospects for ties with Vietnam

The upcoming state visit to the Philippines by General Secretary and State President To Lam marks a historic milestone in the relations between the two countries, according to Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines Theresa Lazaro.

Top leader’s spouse visits Vietnamese language class in Singapore

Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, on May 30 visited the Lac Hong Vietnamese language class within the framework of the top leader’s state visit to Singapore.