Vietnam considers taxing property sales up to 10% if held under 2 years

Ministry of Finance suggests taxing based on holding period if no purchase price is available.

Hanoi car owners turn to courtyards and plazas for storm refuge

Shared spaces in Hanoi become impromptu storm shelters for cars amid heavy rain alerts.

Finance ministry eyes 20% income tax on individual securities trades

The Ministry of Finance proposes taxing actual securities profits annually, with an alternative flat rate for unverifiable costs.

Translator Nguyen Le Chi awarded “Friend of Chinese Literature” title

Nguyen Le Chi (Chibooks) has been honored by the Chinese Writers Association with the title “Friend of Chinese Literature,” joining 14 other literary translators from around the world.

Da Nang: Vendor fined after overcharging Lao tourists for grilled skewers

The local government in Da Nang has issued an administrative fine against a street vendor accused of overcharging a group of Lao tourists 760,000 VND (approximately USD 30) for several skewers.

US launches duty reviews on key Vietnamese exports

The US Commerce Department has initiated reviews on Vietnamese products including paper bags, steel nails, and lawn mowers under anti-dumping and countervailing duty laws.

Storm Wipha hits Hung Yen-Ninh Binh coast, rainfall shifts to central north

Tropical Storm Wipha made landfall with intense winds, bringing widespread heavy rain to Thanh Hoa and Nghe An.

Defense ministers of Vietnam and Singapore hold high-level talks in Hanoi

General Phan Van Giang hosted Singapore’s defense minister in Hanoi to enhance bilateral defense ties.

Diego Forlan inspires Hanoi fans during first Vietnam visit

The Uruguayan football legend greeted Vietnamese fans in a passionate meetup hosted by FC Online.

Adobe expands copyright and cybersecurity cooperation in Vietnam

Vietnam urges Adobe to expand support and ensure legal software distribution locally.

Vietnam’s dragon fruit, pepper exports stalled by certification delays

Hundreds of tons of produce remain stuck as new regulations leave provinces unsure how to issue food safety certificates.

Restaurant owner spends $2,100 a day to shield from Typhoon Wipha

Ahead of Typhoon Wipha, a seafood restaurant owner uses industrial containers to block wind.

Oversleeping spares family from fatal boat disaster in Ha Long Bay

A young family missed the doomed Vinh Xanh 58 cruise by mere minutes after falling asleep - an accident that ended up saving their lives.

Beekeepers drive 1,500km to save hives from Typhoon Wipha

Facing severe weather, Ninh Binh locals load hundreds of beehives onto trucks bound for Dong Nai to protect their bees.

Bridge cable snaps in Dien Bien, car with 3 passengers falls into river

Rapid response teams saved all passengers after a suspension bridge failed in Dien Bien.

Quang Nam FC drops out of V-League, VFF and VPF scramble for solution

The unexpected withdrawal of Quang Nam FC disrupts the 2025/26 season just as schedules are finalized.

Billionaire Tran Dinh Long gains $400 million as HPG breaks records

Vietnam’s largest steelmaker benefits from protective trade policies and domestic demand for rail projects.

Vietnam's top lawmaker heads to IPU summit, visits Senegal and Morocco

Vietnam’s National Assembly leader embarks on a trip to strengthen legislative cooperation and attend the 6th World Speakers' Conference.

Face ID introduced at Da Nang airport

The central city’s international airport authority has introduced biometric technology on the VneID platform, Face ID, for all passengers with paperless aviation procedure.

Banks in northern Vietnam suspend operations as Typhoon Wipha nears

Multiple banks temporarily close branches in Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, and other provinces due to storm impact.

Storm Wipha lands in northern Vietnam with strong winds and heavy rain

Wipha makes landfall between Hai Phong and Ninh Binh, triggering widespread rainfall and storm surges.

Hanoi seeks price subsidies from EV firms for gasoline vehicle owners

Following the Prime Minister’s directive, Hanoi is planning to reduce gasoline and diesel-powered cars and motorbikes.

Hanoi plans to launch technology exchange in early 2026

Hanoi plans to launch a technology exchange in early 2026 as part of efforts to promote innovation and R&D commercialisation, and accelerate the city’s transition towards a knowledge-based economy.

iPhone 17 Air’s thin design sparks concerns over weak battery

Apple’s sleekest iPhone yet may ship with a sub-3,000 mAh battery, raising questions about real-world performance.

Fruit and vegetable exports rebound, targeting 8 billion USD in 2025

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports have shown signs of strong recovery, with the total export value in the first seven months of 2025 estimated at over 3.83 billion USD, following a sharp decline earlier this year.