VinSpeed secures $328 million boost from Pham Nhat Vuong

Billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong transfers over 78 million Vingroup shares to VinSpeed to fund the North-South high-speed railway project.

Tropical Storm No. 2 forms in East Sea with gusts up to 11

Storm No. 2 intensifies in the northeast East Sea, reaching gusts of level 11 and 6-meter waves, with peak strength expected in the next 24 hours.

New Ho Chi Minh City may form Saigon Corporation to rival regional hubs

Ho Chi Minh City Chairman Nguyen Van Duoc proposes forming Saigon Corporation to complement Becamex and lead public sector-driven economic development.

Vietnam to issue digital social insurance books from 2026

By January 2026, all participants will receive e-SI books with full legal validity, accessible via VssID and VNeID platforms.

Mergers reshape Vietnam’s export map, North gains ground

A newly merged province in northern Vietnam has transformed into a mega-scale manufacturing hub. In the first five months of this year, its export value nearly caught up with that of Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam’s pepper exports spike as US demand drives prices higher

With yields up and prices surging, Vietnam's pepper industry is seeing strong international demand - led by the US.

Land conversion fees shock homeowners, ministry responds

Surging costs for converting land use rights leave residents confused as authorities call for fairer pricing.

Vietnam to implement nationwide motorbike emissions testing from 2027

The emissions inspection will begin in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, then expand nationwide by 2030.

Da Nang builds helicopter zones in remote areas for storm response

New helipads in Vietnam’s highlands will aid in food delivery and emergency rescue during floods.

Fast-track digital ID for foreigners in Khanh Hoa

Foreigners in Khanh Hoa enjoy swift digital ID registration, completed in under 10 minutes with full police support.

Ministry of Construction responds to proposal to reduce airfares

The Ministry of Construction has also directed the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam to deploy solutions aimed at supplementing and balancing the capacity of Vietnamese airlines' domestic and international routes.

Music tourism – a promising trend for Vietnam’s travel industry

Vietnam is becoming a stop for international tours, with mega concerts by global stars such as BLACKPINK, Westlife, and G-Dragon drawing tens of thousands of fans in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam’s pageant scene faces scrutiny from performing arts chief

The performing arts director says pageants need proper regulation to honor true beauty.

Woman climbs power pole, walks on wire, falls to her death

Authorities rushed to cut power as a woman climbed a 10-meter pole and walked on live wires before falling.

Drone hero saves two kids from raging river in Gia Lai

A quick-thinking farmer used his heavy-duty drone to rescue two children trapped in fast-rising floodwaters.

Party chief urges stronger leadership for effective local governance

Provincial authorities must promptly allocate additional personnel to communes, wards and special areas which lack professional staff to ensure effective operations, the Party chief said.

NA Chair endorses resolution piloting procuracy’s initiation of civil lawsuits

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man has officially endorsed Resolution No. 205/2025/QH15 on piloting the People’s Procuracy's initiation of civil lawsuits to protect the civil rights of vulnerable groups or public interests.

Vietnam, Bulgaria seek to bolster trade-investment ties

Vietnam is a key partner for Bulgaria in Southeast Asia, with potential for future joint work in IT, innovation, green transition, digital transformation, high-tech agriculture, and pharmaceuticals.

PM leaves for expanded BRICS summit 2025 in Brazil

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse Le Thi Bich Tran, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Hanoi on July 4 afternoon for Brazil to attend the expanded BRICS summit.

Vietnam Summer Camp 2025 promotes cultural connection, national unity

Running from July 13 - 26, the 2025 camp’s itinerary includes visits to historic and cultural sites like Cu Chi Tunnels, Kon Tum Prison Relic Site, and Quang Tri Martyrs’ Monument.

Vietnam, Spain forge financial – trade cooperation

Vietnam and Spain are set to elevate their economic partnership following Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc’s working trip on July 3 to Barcelona, where he engaged with regional leaders and business executives to accelerate cooperation.

Vietnamese culture, crafts introduced in Brunei

Vietnamese Ambassador to Brunei Tran Anh Vu expressed his hope that ISB students and international friends will have deeper appreciation for Vietnamese literature and culture, including works that have inspired acclaimed film adaptations.

Vietnam PM demands end to credit quotas in push for market reforms

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged the central bank to scrap administrative credit limits and embrace market-based controls.

9.2% minimum wage increase falls short of rising living costs

The proposed minimum wage increases of 8.3 percent and 9.2 percent are higher than the 2024 adjustment, but compared to the rising costs of childcare, housing and healthcare, they remain insignificant.

Tropical depression may become storm, shifts direction in East Sea

A system in the northeastern East Sea is changing course and could become the second storm of the 2025 season.