Domestic tourism sees strong demand during National Day holiday

Statistics from the online travel platform Booking.com show that the capital city now tops the list of most searched destinations by Vietnamese travellers for this year’s National Day, climbing from seventh place in 2024 to first place.

Hanoi again leads Vietnam’s broadband boom as speeds hit record highs

Nationwide, fixed broadband speeds reached an all-time high, averaging 258.28 Mbps for downloads and 195.34 Mbps for uploads, a 2.6-fold increase from July 2024.

Vietnam projected to become world’s second-largest rice exporter this year

Vietnam’s average export price for rice currently stands at 514 USD per tonne. Although this is lower than in recent years, it remains higher than that of other suppliers, he said, noting that the global rice market is experiencing oversupply.

TV360 secures exclusive Bundesliga broadcasting right in VN for three seasons

Under the agreement signed with Bundesliga International, TV360 will deliver all 306 matches each season of Germany’s top-tier football league to Vietnamese audiences.

LION Championship 25 to feature title showdowns in Khanh Hoa

LION Championship 25 will take place at Cam Ranh Square in south-central Khanh Hoa province, at 20:00 on August 16, featuring two of the most anticipated title fights of the 2025 season.

Homeownership out of reach, Vietnamese youth delay marriage and parenthood

Declining birth rates are shrinking household sizes, reducing demand for large homes, and transforming the structure of Vietnam’s real estate market, according to the Vietnam Association of Realtors (VARS).

Vietnam to unify standards for smart city development

National standards for smart cities to remove barriers, boost integration, and improve public services.

Ho Chi Minh City plans new $125 million civic center in Thu Thiem

The city's new administrative hub will unify scattered departments and improve public service delivery if plans are approved for 2026 construction.

Vietnam spends $2.9B on cashew imports, Cambodia leads the pack

Vietnamese businesses import nearly 1.9 million tons of cashew nuts, with Cambodia contributing almost half the supply.

Android-based fake iPhone 17 Pro Max fools fans with iOS-like interface

A counterfeit iPhone 17 Pro Max running Android sparks buzz just weeks before the official launch.

White pheasant case: Hung Yen defendant freed pending appeal

Hung Yen authorities have released defendant Thai Khac Thanh, charged in the white-crested pheasant case, pending an appellate trial.

Hacker 'lurked' for 3 years in Vietnam Airlines' computer system

Before attacking the airport, a hacker had 'lurked' for three years in Vietnam Airlines' administrative computers, according to Nguyen Tu Quang, CEO of BKAV Technology.

Vietnam needs skilled space scientists to protect sovereignty: former minister

Nguyen Quan, former Minister of Ministry of Science and Technology, says Vietnam should invest more heavily and extensively in space technology for the sake of national security and defense needs.

Baby elephant follows rescuers, rejects mother after well rescue

After being rescued from a deep well, a baby elephant in Dak Lak steadfastly refused to return to the forest with its mother, choosing instead to follow those who saved it.

Apartment buildings add parking, charging for EVs after gasoline motorcycle ban

Instead of restricting or banning charging areas as before, many apartments and rental houses in Hanoi’s city center are now planning to expand safe parking and charging spaces for electric motorcycles.

Vietnam to allocate $6–6.8 billion for ethnic development program

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directs full support for phase two of Program 1719, targeting poverty reduction and economic growth in minority regions.

Vietnam embraces cultural preservation in digital transformation

Scholars highlight how Vietnam can retain cultural identity while integrating digital innovation in art, religion, and ethnicity.

World’s first Micro RGB TV debuts with jaw-dropping features and price

The world's first 115-inch Micro RGB TV delivers industry-leading brightness and color accuracy, ushering in a new era of home entertainment.

Amending Land Law requires balancing public capacity and budget collection

Local land price tables should avoid unrealistic pricing that is either too high, burdening businesses, or too low, causing budget revenue losses.

Party chief urges RoK’s Busan to expand cooperation with Vietnamese localities

Party General Secretary To Lam has asked the Republic of Korea’s Busan city to broaden ties with VN provinces and cities, support expanded investment in such priority sectors as science-technology, satellite urban development, logistics, and tourism.

Khanh Hoa steps up efforts to attract major Korean investors

Leaders of Khanh Hoa province met with executives of HD Hyundai and SK Innovation to explore opportunities to partnerships in shipbuilding and energy industries.

Vietnam proposes six types of commodity exchanges at IFC

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed six types of commodity exchanges to be operated at the international financial centre (IFC), which would cover both traditional goods markets and emerging financial and commercial products.

Free public toilets for visitors to Hanoi during National Day celebrations

More than 1,000 toilets will be available to serve visitors to Hanoi on this occasion, comprising 612 mobile facilities and 400 others at local agencies, schools, hospitals, cafes, and private homes.

Nguyen Dynasty imperial throne to be restored

The People’s Committee of central Hue city on August 11 issued a plan to restore the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945) imperial throne, a nationally recognised treasure.

Largest-ever walking campaign to promote health, national wellbeing

From July 25 to August 16, citizens can register at cungvietnamtienbuoc.nhandan.vn and log their steps to make up “one billion steps into a new era.” The campaign fosters patriotism, public health, carbon reduction, and Vietnam’s net-zero goal.