Vietnam’s EV market attractive to both domestic, foreign manufacturers

The roadmap to restrict the use of petrol-powered vehicles and encourage green ones in such major cities as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is creating a strong boost to the EV market.

Vietnam volleyball fights FIVB ruling with legal challenge

The Vietnam Volleyball Federation (VFV) has taken decisive legal action to protect the rights of its U21 women’s team following a heavy sanction by the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB).

Super apps wage billion-dollar race for Vietnam’s digital shopping carts

Industry experts identify multiple factors driving online grocery shopping into a billion-dollar battleground for app developers.

PM directs ministries to fast-track projects for 2025 growth boost

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh outlines decisive measures to hit Vietnam’s 2025 growth target of up to 8.5%.

OCOP cooperatives seek ways to unlock international markets

Unlike mass industrial production, OCOP products are inherently limited due to their close ties to local identities and village traditions.

Vietnam’s ETC overhaul to impact millions of drivers in October

Vietnam will block 4.4 million cars from using ETC lanes unless they update to verified traffic accounts linked to cashless payments.

Hanoi Metro’s profits nearly triple in first half of 2025

The company recorded a post-tax profit of 9.98 billion VND (380,000 USD), up from 3.34 billion VND in the first half of 2024.

Hanoi, Da Nang, Da Lat lead National Day travel searches in Vietnam

In 2025, Vietnam marks the 80th anniversary of National Day, making this year’s holiday especially meaningful.

Should HCMC abolish house-completion procedures after permits are exempted?

Some people have suggested abolishing construction completion procedures after exemption of construction permits for individual houses in hundreds of projects in HCM City.

Ho Guom Theatre to host "Things Everlasting" for the first time

"Things Everlasting" 2025 will feature both new and returning artists in a special National Day concert at Ho Guom Theatre.

Vietnam’s budget boom built on land revenues sparks sustainability debate

Vietnam’s 2025 budget surges on land revenues, sparking warnings of inequality and risk.

Vietnam sets September 5 start for 2025-2026 school year

The Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) has issued the official academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, applicable nationwide for preschool, general education, and continuing education.

Echoes of the sea: The 200-year-old Thang Tam Communal House

Built in Emperor Minh Mang’s era, this Vung Tau landmark holds the stories of pioneers and fishermen who shaped the city’s history.

Vietnam’s national treasure: The artistry of the Long Giao bronze pangolin

The Long Giao bronze pangolin, a one-of-a-kind artifact from the early Common Era, showcases extraordinary craftsmanship and is preserved as a national treasure at the Dong Nai Museum.

iPhone 17 Air vs Pro Max: Screen size comparison revealed

The iPhone 17 lineup is still a month away from Apple’s official announcement, yet numerous leaks have already shed light on its specifications.

Ha Giang’s bitter porridge: A nighttime health remedy with unique flavors

In the cool mountain nights of Ha Giang, locals and visitors alike enjoy chao au tau, a porridge with a distinctive bitter flavor and restorative properties.

SAT top 1%, IELTS 8.5: The making of a self-taught champion

Self-taught student from Ha Tinh earns top 1% SAT score and IELTS 8.5, inspiring peers nationwide.

Overseas Vietnamese players face tough road to U23 Vietnam

U23 Vietnam hopefuls from abroad must prove themselves beyond foreign training.

From ‘leading role’ to fair play: Vietnam’s state economy shift

Redefining the state economy could balance competition and improve efficiency in Vietnam’s market system.

Bac Ninh tops Vietnam exports, surpassing Ho Chi Minh City in July

In its first month after provincial-level administrative consolidation, Bac Ninh has unexpectedly surpassed Ho Chi Minh City to lead the nation in export value.

Hanoi starts relocating agencies for Hoan Kiem Lake expansion

On the morning of August 12, several agencies and units around Hoan Kiem Lake began packing up equipment and furniture to relocate, handing over premises for the eastern Hoan Kiem Lake space improvement project.

Vietnam joins global shift toward blending work and personal life

As the boundaries between work and life blur, experts say flexibility must be balanced with discipline to prevent burnout.

Vietnam U21 women stun Serbia, Puerto Rico at world championship

The U21 Vietnam women’s team stuns Serbia, ranked 18 places higher, in a 3-1 victory.

Vietnam secures first export of 5,000 drones to South Korea

On August 12, Vietnam secured its first-ever order to export 5,000 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to South Korea, marking a new era for the country’s UAV technology.

Experts back State role in setting land prices, warn on data quality

Experts say State control of initial land pricing will bring transparency, curb speculation, and make secondary pricing more predictable.