Horse-themed ceramics bring fire back to Thanh Ha’s ancient kilns

With a month to go before the Lunar New Year, kilns in Thanh Ha pottery village (Hoi An Tay Ward, Da Nang City) are already blazing nonstop.

Vietnam drop in January FIFA rankings despite no recent matches

FIFA’s latest global rankings reflect a slight slip for Vietnam’s national football team, a direct consequence of their recent inactivity - but with a clear opportunity for change on the horizon.

President: New Party Central Committee must exemplify ethics and intellect

President Luong Cuong opened the 14th Party Congress with a call for visionary leadership rooted in moral integrity and strategic clarity.

A historic morning: Vietnam opens its 14th National Party Congress

1,586 delegates representing over 5.6 million Party members gathered in Hanoi for the official opening of the 14th National Party Congress.

Vietnam's finance chief: Budget saved over US$60 billion in five years

On the sidelines of the 14th National Party Congress, Politburo member and Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang shared with the press the key achievements and future orientations of Vietnam’s financial sector.

SUVs steal the spotlight: B-size crossovers surge in Vietnam’s market

In 2025, compact SUVs have risen to the top of Vietnamese car buyers’ wishlists, outpacing sedans and transforming the auto landscape.

Vietnam ready to break China’s wall, reach historic U23 Asian Cup final

With fierce determination and tactical focus, U23 Vietnam prepare to face China’s impenetrable defense for a shot at the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 final.

Digital IDs to replace paper records for Vietnamese public employees

The Vietnamese government has issued Decree No. 27/2026 outlining the framework for a national database of civil servants, public officials, and public employees. The new regulation will take effect from July 1, 2026.

Hanoi approves revised Red River zoning plan covering 11,000 hectares

The new master zoning plan along a 40-km stretch of the Red River targets a population of up to 350,000 by 2045, with a bold vision for urban renewal and flood resilience.

After merger, Ho Chi Minh City faces new challenges - and greater opportunity

To become a true national growth pole and a regional financial–trade–logistics hub, Ho Chi Minh City must embrace its new scale and responsibilities, experts say.

Hanoi cancels high-rise project on prime Giang Vo land

Hanoi has officially revoked the decision to convert land use at 11–13 Nguyen Chi Thanh in Giang Vo Ward, marking the end of a long-stalled high-rise development project on one of the city's most valuable land plots.

Gia Rai artisan takes ancient music to global stages

Ro Cham Tih, a master of Gia Rai music, shares the sound of the highlands through hand-crafted bamboo instruments on global stages.

The shape of smartphones to come: 4 foldable styles for 2026

Samsung, Huawei, Apple and others are reshaping the market with bold designs that fit more screens in your pocket.

In Hanoi, horse-themed lacquer art sells for up to $12,000 ahead of Tet

With the Lunar New Year just a month away, dozens of horse-themed lacquer artworks by artisan Nguyen Tan Phat - some priced at several thousand dollars - are being snapped up by collectors for Tet displays and interior decoration.

Foreign man saved from cardiac shock at Da Nang hospital

A 23-year-old South Korean national suffering from severe myocarditis, cardiac shock, and respiratory failure was successfully revived by doctors at Da Nang Hospital, thanks to rapid and highly coordinated emergency care.

Rescue teams save two foreign tourists trapped on rock reef in Dak Lak

Authorities in Dak Lak Province have successfully rescued two international tourists who were swept into a rocky area by strong waves while swimming at Bai Tien beach.

Global press spotlight Vietnam’s 14th Party Congress

In recent days, the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam has drawn widespread attention from major media organizations around the world.

Galaxy S26 Ultra: Subtle tweaks or safe stagnation?

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra is facing early criticism, with tech fans saying its design changes feel underwhelming for a flagship expected to lead the Android market into a new era.

Vietnam's 2025 car sales race: These 9 models led their brands

Each year, a few standout models shoulder the sales performance of entire car brands - and 2025 was no exception. Vietnam’s rapidly growing auto market saw both familiar names and new contenders dominate the sales charts.

Vietnam’s economy takes off, enters upper-middle income bracket

Vietnam posted a remarkable economic performance in 2025, outpacing both regional and global averages. With this momentum, the country has officially entered the ranks of upper-middle income economies.

Economic diplomacy emerges as a driving force in Vietnam’s next development era

VietNamNet is honored to present the article by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, titled “Economic diplomacy transforms decisively for the nation’s strong and prosperous development.”

Vietnam welcomes international press corps covering 14th Party Congress

Foreign journalists visit Vietnam for Party Congress, pledging objective reporting and deeper coverage of the country’s achievements and future direction.

Man fined for offering drugs to Western tourists in Hanoi

Authorities have issued an administrative fine to a Vietnamese man identified as H.Q.K for appearing in a video inviting foreign tourists to use illegal drugs in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Tourist covers body with bananas to ‘tease’ monkeys in Son Tra

A foreign tourist in Son Tra wrapped bananas around his body to tease wild monkeys, drawing intervention and public criticism.

Apple weighs titanium and Liquid Metal for foldable iPhone

New leaks are reigniting the debate over what materials Apple will choose for the iPhone Fold - its first-ever foldable phone.