Circular economy lifts Vietnam’s cement industry prospects

Output, sales, and exports all rise as domestic demand strengthens and export tax cuts take effect.

Vietnam’s Long Son petrochemical plant to resume after year-long halt

Thailand’s SCG plans to bring Vietnam’s Long Son plant back online this month, citing improved oil market conditions.

Hanoi’s motorbike ban plan needs clearer communication, say lawmakers

National Assembly leaders stress balancing environmental targets and citizen concerns.

Special mechanisms urged to attract and utilize top talent

Party Secretariat stresses training excellence and linking theory with practice.

Cultural revival in Vietnam’s mountains faces funding and legal hurdles

Thanks to funding from Project 6 of Program 1719, many traditional festivals and forms of folk culture of Vietnam’s ethnic minority groups have been restored and maintained, preventing them from fading into obscurity.

Vietnam Dioxin Day in Japan honors victims, marks 50 years since war end

The 14th Vietnam Dioxin Day in Tokyo moved audiences with films, photos, and calls for greater global awareness of the lasting effects of Agent Orange.

Nem chao: A Ninh Binh delicacy that keeps diners coming back

Kim Son in Ninh Binh is home to nem chao, a traditional dish that blends bold flavors with meticulous craftsmanship.

Prime Minister Chinh, Japanese firms discuss future investment roadmap

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets Japanese corporate leaders to boost trade and investment.

Vietnam to host major KOL conference on responsible influence

Digital Trust Alliance and Influencer Trust program to set standards for online credibility.

Four major Vietnamese banks surpass 1 quadrillion VND in loans

The first half of 2025 saw the “Big 4” banks retain their dominance in lending, while private lenders NCB and VPBank posted the fastest growth.

Savico and Tasco team up to expand Geely–Lynk & Co network in Vietnam

Saigon General Service Corporation (Savico) has increased its investment in Tasco RT Auto Trading Co., Ltd. to expand operations, focusing on distributing Chinese brands Geely and Lynk & Co.

iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max leak roundup: All the big upgrades

From a new aluminum frame to 48MP triple cameras, iPhone 17 Pro Max gets major upgrades.

Vietnam women’s volleyball enters new chapter

After more than 30 years and 40 consecutive defeats against Thailand, the Vietnam women’s volleyball team created a major upset by defeating their long-time rivals to win the 2025 Southeast Asian Women’s Volleyball (SEA V.League) championship.

Perfect run sends Vietnam U20 women to Asian Cup finals in Thailand

Vietnam’s U20 women’s squad defeated Kyrgyzstan 3–0 to top Group B and qualify for the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 finals with maximum points and a clean sheet.

Vietnam’s circus blooms on the world stage

Vietnamese circus artists have brought home prestigious awards from two renowned international festivals in Russia and Kazakhstan, igniting national pride and affirming the country’s position in the global circus arena.

Vietnam universities scale back transcript-based admissions

University entrance data shows transcript grades exceed exam scores by up to 5.39 points, prompting policy changes.

Vietnam’s war films reflect on history with bold new perspectives

A new generation of directors is reshaping Vietnam’s war cinema with humanistic, multifaceted portrayals of conflict and post-war trauma.

Young durian cutter turns skill into year-round career

At just 26 years old, Nguyen Trong Tan is the lead cutter on his team. His precise judgment in harvesting durians has spared his crew from costly mistakes.

Five-hour pork dish from Lang Son a centerpiece in holiday banquets

A signature dish in northern celebrations, this slow-cooked pork stands out for its rich flavor and labor-intensive preparation.

AI and law join forces against online piracy in Vietnam

Online piracy costs Vietnam millions each year and threatens cybersecurity, prompting calls for legal, technological, and awareness-driven solutions.

Optimising AI in promoting Vietnamese goods ecosystem

This year, retail sales and consumer service revenue are expected to grow 10.5–12%, contributing to an overall economic growth target of 8.3–8.5%.

Vietnamese Party chief’s spouse visits RoK national museum

Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam's spouse, Ngo Phuong Ly, expressed her hope that the RoK will share its experience and work with Vietnam to foster closer collaboration in cultural industry.

RoK's major projects expected to drive Vietnam’s FDI surge

Large-scale projects invested by Korean investors in strategic sectors such as semiconductors and energy are poised to give a strong boost to foreign direct investment inflows into VN.

Textile-garment sector enjoys 9% export growth in seven months

To meet the ambitious annual target of 47–48 billion USD, the sector must now achieve monthly exports of over 4 billion USD during the remaining months of the year.

Party chief witnesses exchange of Vietnam-RoK cooperation documents

The signed documents include a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on scientific and technological cooperation, an MoU on copyright and related rights cooperation, and another on strengthening collaboration in renewable energy.