Vietnam rebuilds over 95% of dilapidated homes ahead of August deadline

More than 264,000 out of 277,000 substandard homes have been rebuilt or repaired nationwide.

CMC Telecom becomes official member of global cybersecurity body CREST

CMC Telecom earns CREST certification for its Pentest services, marking a major step toward international cybersecurity excellence and trust.

Vietnamese ringleader busted for cross-border scam in Golden Triangle

On June 17, authorities in Dien Bien Province announced that, in coordination with Lao police, they had successfully dismantled this high-tech scam network based deep within the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone.

Fruit and vegetable exports expected to fall short of yearly target

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports are expected to fall short of the full-year goal of 8 billion USD, despite a strong recovery in the first half of 2025.

Foldable iPhone may undercut Galaxy Z Fold 7 with competitive pricing

Optimized costs and anti-crease screen tech could give Apple an edge over Samsung’s Z Fold 7.

Once a green fuel hope, $87mil. ethanol plant now sits abandoned

Hailed as a fuel innovation, the massive bio-ethanol factory now stands deserted and deteriorating in Quang Ngai.

VN industrial real estate market sees opportunities for sustainable development

Integrating ESG principles into industrial infrastructure can strengthen Vietnam’s competitive edge while promoting long-term sustainability, according to an expert from Savills Vietnam.

Two Buddhist landmarks help Bac Ninh shine on world heritage map

The Yen Tu - Vinh Nghiem - Con Son, Kiep Bac complex has officially been inscribed by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site. Among its 12 constituent sites, Bac Ninh contributes two: Vinh Nghiem Pagoda and Bo Da Pagoda.

Neutral ENSO fuels climate uncertainty for Vietnam’s second half of 2025

Vietnam braces for unpredictable weather as ENSO holds neutral through late 2025.

Businesses remain upbeat as industrial production poised to thrive in Q3

FDI enterprises are the most optimistic, with 81% forecasting better or stable conditions in Q3. Confidence is similarly high among domestic private firms (80.7%) and state-owned enterprises (79.8%).

Vietnamese rice expertise delivers gains in Cuba’s struggling fields

Under Cuba’s blazing sun, Vietnamese rice expert Tran Thi Tham stood amid a sea of golden fields, eyeing the hefty rice stalks - her hard-fought victory alongside local farmers battling fuel shortages, power cuts, and outdated farming practices.

VN expands nationwide ticket sales for Gia Lam–Nanning int'l rail service

Vietnam Railways (VNR) has launched nationwide ticket sales for the Gia Lam – Nanning international passenger train service, starting July 16.

Deadly Hanoi crash: Car plows into multiple vehicles, kills one

A Hanoi street became the site of chaos as a driver slammed into multiple vehicles, leaving one dead.

Vietnam men’s volleyball makes powerful statement at SEA V.League

Vietnam opened the SEA V.League’s second leg with a decisive victory over regional rivals.

Tropical depression near East Sea may intensify into storm

A tropical depression located east of the Philippines is forecast to strengthen into a storm within the next 24 hours and may enter the East Sea later this week, on July 19-20.

Vietnam, Cambodia agree on border defence friendship exchange plan

The second Vietnam–Cambodia Border Defence Friendship Exchange, set to take place on November 13–14, reflects growing bilateral defence cooperation and the shared commitment to peaceful, stable, and prosperous border development.

Vietnam completes legal framework for forest carbon market

Vietnam is pushing forward with efforts to establish a legal framework for the forest carbon market, aiming to mobilise new financial resources for sustainable forestry and climate goals.

Vietnam power & energy tech exhibitions open in HCM City

The 18th Vietnam International Exhibition on Electrical Technology and Equipment (Vietnam ETE 2025), the Products of Energy Saving & Green Power (Greenergy Expo (Greenergy Expo 2025), and ELECS Vietnam 2025, opened on July 16 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Chu Dau pottery wows APEC guests in Hai Phong

A group of 80 foreign guests, including spouses of delegates attending the third meeting of the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC III), on July 16 stepped into the timeless world of Chu Dau pottery village in Hai Phong.

Hai Phong attracts over 15 billion USD in major investment commitments

Hai Phong boasts a strategic location with the international deep-water port of Lach Huyen, well-developed regional connectivity, specialised smart and green industrial zones, a plentiful labour force, and increasingly flexible investment incentives.

Deputy PM urges stronger push for smart city development

Greater focus on smart urban development is key to advancing the digital and urban economy, Deputy PM Nguyen Chi Dung stated at the first meeting of the inter-agency task force for coordinating smart city construction and development on July 16.

AirAsia launches Hai Phong – Bangkok direct route

AirAsia launched its latest direct route between Vietnam's northern port city of Hai Phong and Thailand's Bangkok on July 16, operating four weekly flights on every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

WHO, UNICEF commend Vietnam’s progress in childhood immunisation

Vietnam has made remarkable progress in protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases, according to the latest World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF estimates of national immunisation coverage (WUENIC) released on July 15.

Party Congress of NA Office sets vision for 2025–2030 term

The 15th Congress of the Party Organisation of the National Assembly (NA) Office for the 2025–2030 term convened in Hanoi on July 16.

Ta Van village in Sa Pa named one of Asia’s most beautiful hilltop retreats

The serene ethnic village in Sa Pa earns international acclaim for its beauty and charm.