Ministry asked to tighten security ahead of important national events

The Ministry of Public Security has been asked to tighten security for upcoming important events, including the Party Congress at all levels, according to Government Resolution No. 50/NQ-CP issued recently.

Exhibition to showcase life and beauty of Tay Nguyen and southern central region

A fine arts exhibition featuring local life in the country’s southern Central and Central Highlands (Tay Nguyen) regions will run from August 13 to 22, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

70% of Vietnam’s low-cost houses built in Hanoi

Hanoi expects to meet housing targets for 2020 required in the context of high urbanization rate.

HCM City Stock Exchange's market cap equals 57% of GDP in H1

Foreign investors remained net buyer in the January – June period with total amount of 201 million shares worth VND10.1 trillion (US$435.05 million).

Four students drown in Da River

Four students drowned while swimming in the Da River in Phu Tho Province on July 16 according to local authorities.

Astronomical station in Hanoi opens for lunar eclipse viewers

This is one of an array of astronomical events with the use of modern astronomy equipment to arouse and inspire students` interest in space science.

Vietnam takes serious measures to block exports with origin fraud

Amid the US-China trade war, the US is paying higher notice to Vietnamese products. As a result, enterprises have had to change business practices to adapt to new circumstances.

New storm emerges near Vietnam’s East Sea

A reported tropical depression in the eastern part of Luzon Island (the Philippines) has strengthened into a storm and is approaching towards the waters near Vietnam’s East Sea.

65th anniversary of Geneva agreement

Geneva agreement signed 65 years ago has made changes in the international situation as well as Vietnam's position. The agreement is hailed as a significant milestone of Vietnam’s diplomacy.

Hoang Tuy: a warm personality and prominent ability

Professor Hoang Tuy, a prominent Vietnamese mathematician credited for being the father of global optimisation, a branch of applied mathematics that deals with functions, died on Sunday at the age of 91.

Beyoncé in Cong Tri’s dress at Lion King premiere

Singer Beyoncé wore a dress by Vietnamese designer Cong Tri at the premiere of The Lion King in London on July 14.

HCM City satellite emergency service to get more stations

The HCM City Department of Health plans to set up more satellite emergency stations at public and private hospitals around the city to meet the increasing need for emergency assistance at people’s homes and other locations outside medical facilities.

Flight attendants return lost $13,000

Two flight attendants working for Vietnam Airlines on a flight from HCM City to Hanoi on July 12 found a laptop and US$13,000 in a laptop bag left on the plane after passengers left.

Ha Noi coach banned for Hoang Anh Gia Lai clash

Coach Chu Dinh Nghiem will be in the stands when his Ha Noi FC take on Hoang Anh Gia Lai today at their home ground Hang Day Stadium in the V.League.

“I’m impressed by the generosity of Vietnamese people”: US student

During a study tour to Vietnam in late June, 20 American students from Wheaton University had the opportunity to study and learn about the Vietnamese economy and people.

Miracle mother and baby return home together

On Monday, Nguyen Thi Lien left hospital and went home with her newborn baby.

Hanoi police raid Old Quarter bars, seizing funky balls

Hanoi’s Police Department raided more than 20 bars and pubs in the Old Quarter area at midnight on Monday, seizing nearly 10,000 funky balls and dozens of nitrous oxide tanks.

Tickets for F1 race in Hanoi go on sale

Tickets for the Formula 1 Viet Nam Grand Prix 2020 go on sale via all channels today.

Vietnam considers limits on foreign ownership ratio in fintechs

Policymakers believe that the limitation on the foreign ownership ratio in Vietnam’s fintechs would help ensure transparency in payment activities, thus facilitating the development of companies.

Nam wins a match for first time at ATP 110 event

Ly Hoang Nam won his first match at the ATP Challenger President's Cup tennis tournament on Monday in Kazakhstan.

Urban railway breakthrough for capital’s traffic

Urban railway system with its large capacity and convenience is an inevitable means of transport in a modern society.

HCM City to have new climate change response plan

Ho Chi Minh City is making a climate change response plan for 2020 – 2030 with the support of international organisations, focused on mitigation and adaptation measures.

The gold craft of Hue

Through ups and downs, goldsmithing craft in Hue city has seemed to be forgotten. However, thanks to the patience and hard work of many young artisans, the old craft has been revived and thriving.

VN labour market adjusting to disruptive change

Disruptive change is leading to the re-regulation of work and employment around the world, including in Vietnam, Gregor Murray of the University of Montreal in Canada, said.

Vietnam Airlines reports higher revenue in first half

The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines reported a total revenue of over 51.6 trillion VND (2.24 billion USD) in the first half of this year, up 5.5 percent year-on-year.