With an open visa policy, Vietnam will be able to enhance its appeal to international visitors, helping boost competitive edge and driving economic growth, according to insiders.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, head of the Steering Committee for Vietnam’s International Financial Centre (IFC), issued an action plan to develop and put the facility into operation in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang by the end of this year.

With its diverse landscapes ranging from mountains and plains to rivers and islands, many localities across Vietnam are considered to have strong potential for developing sport tourism.

A 6-ton whale was found near the coast by local fishermen and laid to rest with ceremonial rites.

Vietnam’s MIA cooperation has always been acknowledged and highly appreciated by the US side, and is regarded as a model of international cooperation, said Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang.

The 7th Ngoc Linh Ginseng Festival opened in the central city of Da Nang on August 1, honouring the special value of the national treasure.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 2 reiterated that Long Thanh International Airport must be completed to receive its first flight on December 19, 2025 and begin commercial operations in early 2026.

There have been more than 970 outbreaks of African swine fever in more than 710 communes and wards across the country since the beginning of this year, reported the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

Tourism Malaysia and Vietnam Airlines on August 2 signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) to strengthen tourism ties and promote two-way travel between Malaysia and Vietnam.

The central city of Da Nang has held a ceremony to welcome the one millionth Korean visitor to the beach hub in 2025 on the occasion of the annual Vietnam-RoK Culture Exchange Festival.

Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 is hoped to attract buyers from emerging regions such as the Middle East, Latin America, and Eastern Europe, offering opportunities for Vietnam to tap into 17 free trade agreements.

Vietnam’s handicrafts have emerged among the country’s top ten high-value export products with presence in 163 countries and territories, heard a trade forum in Hanoi.

Vietnam is no longer just an emerging blockchain market, it is stepping into a leadership role, with global investors, developers, and experts recognising its growing potential to become a leading hub for digital assets in the region.

Both sides affirmed their determination to further advance the strong ties between the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), the Communist Party of Uruguay, and the FA, contributing to the broader development of the Uruguay - Vietnam relations.

All four students of Vietnam’s national team competing at the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) 2025 in Sucre, Bolivia, have won medals, the Ministry of Education and Training announced on August 2.

Commending Phuket’s thriving tourism industry, the ambassador encouraged the province to consider forging partnerships with Vietnamese localities, including An Giang province.

Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long visited Son La on August 3 to assess damage and recovery efforts following severe floods and landslides that struck the northern mountainous province.

President Cuong’s visit is taking place in the context of positive development of Vietnam - Egypt relations. This is the first visit to Egypt by a key Vietnamese leader in seven years.

The BaDen Mountain International Marathon 2025 took place in the southern province of Tay Ninh on August 3, attracting more than 6,000 domestic and international runners.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh rushed to Dien Bien on August 3 afternoon to console residents and direct emergency response efforts after devastating floods and landslides killed 10 local people and injured 12 others.

The finance ministry withdraws controversial proposal, keeping the current 2% tax rate.

Passion-fueled scientists confront tough conditions to preserve biodiversity and advance ocean science.

Women lured by Nigerian partners helped launder billions through shell companies.

Once a bright student, Nguyen Manh Hien - known as “Silver-haired Hien” - later became one of the most feared gang leaders in Thanh Hoa province. His transformation from a promising youth to a notorious outlaw reveals a dark turn in a turbulent life.

Vietnamese police promise zero tolerance after exposing major food fraud networks involving state officials.