Weak demand drives steep discounts across Vietnam’s gasoline motorcycle market

Price reductions are spreading across Vietnam’s motorcycle market, particularly among higher-value scooter models.

Vehicle registration records to go digital on VNeID, VNeTraffic from June 8

Vietnam will integrate vehicle registration records into the VNeID national digital identity platform and the VNeTraffic mobile application from June 8 under a new Ministry of Public Security circular aimed at expanding digital public services.​

Vietnam formalizes mechanism for international disaster response missions

Vietnam has introduced new regulations governing overseas humanitarian and disaster relief operations, with the Standing Secretariat given authority over key deployment decisions.

Global rubber prices surge, raising hopes for Vietnamese exporters

Rising geopolitical tensions and tightening supply are driving the strongest rally in global rubber prices since 2017, creating favourable conditions for Vietnam’s rubber industry.

Samsung, Oppo and Xiaomi phones gain easier file sharing with iPhones

Google has announced an expansion of Quick Share, allowing Android and iPhone users to exchange files directly through AirDrop-compatible technology across a broader range of devices.

Tourists prioritise nearby and safe destinations for summer 2026

This summer, global economic pressures, rising service costs, and geopolitical uncertainties are reshaping travel behavior, with more tourists opting for affordable, flexible, and safety-focused trips over costly, long-haul vacations.

Hundreds of colorful cave pearls discovered deep inside Phong Nha caves

A rare concentration of cave pearls discovered in Hung Cave is offering scientists and adventurers a glimpse into one of nature's slowest and most fascinating geological processes.

Vietnam, China, Laos, Myanmar launch joint anti-drug crime crackdown

Representatives of Vietnam, China, Laos and Myanmar met in Hanoi on June 2 over the implementation of a three-month anti-drug campaign.

Leaner apparatus must mean better governance: Top leader

The reform has already covered an enormous volume of work across a vast scope under demanding conditions but success in restructuring doesn’t automatically mean success in operations.

UOB considers joining Vietnam International Financial Centre

Singapore’s United Overseas Bank (UOB) is exploring membership in the Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC), a project meant to connect domestic, global and regional capital flows.

Rare six-meter whale shark appears near Da Nang coast

Local authorities believe a six-meter marine animal filmed near Da Nang is a whale shark, a species occasionally seen in the area.

Da Nang opens runway for startup investment

With ambitions to become a destination for global technology capital, the central coastal city of Da Nang is introducing stronger mechanisms to attract investors and create greater opportunities for startups and innovation-driven enterprises.

‘Quanh Toi’ app launched to help users locate fuel stations nationwide

The Agency of Domestic Market Surveillance and Development has launched the “Quanh Toi” (Around Me) mobile application, enabling users to locate fuel stations, access market information, submit feedback and manage fuel expenses.

iPhone Ultra to gain vapor chamber cooling but lose OLED crown

New reports indicate the iPhone Ultra will prioritize thermal performance and foldable engineering over cutting-edge display specifications.

State revenue exceeds $51 billion as domestic collections remain robust

Strong domestic tax collections helped state budget revenue rise 15.4% year-on-year during the January-May period, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Vietnam motorcycle market remains well supplied mid-year

Vietnam's motorcycle market continues to benefit from abundant supply as both traditional manufacturers and electric vehicle startups expand production.

Trade turnover exceeds 445 billion USD in five months

Vietnam’s total import-export turnover reached 445.12 billion USD in the first five months of 2026, up 25% year-on-year, according to data released by the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Finance on June 3.

National infrastructure hit by cable theft at Phan Thiet-Dau Giay interchange

More than 13 kilometers of electrical cable have been stolen from a major expressway interchange in southern Vietnam, leaving its lighting system inoperable.

Economic growth should not come at cost of social harmony: Top leader

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on June 3 chaired a working session with the Central Public Security Party Committee and relevant agencies on a project to build an orderly, safe, civilised and developed society in the new era.

Public investment disbursement reaches 21.6% of 2026 target

Vietnam disbursed nearly 219.36 trillion VND (8.3 billion USD) in public investment capital during the first five months of 2026, equivalent to 21.6% of the plan assigned by the Prime Minister, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Non Nuoc Mountain inscriptions move closer to UNESCO recognition

Non Nuoc Mountain, located in Hoa Lu ward and recognised as one of the province’s ten special national relic sites, preserves a valuable collection of cliffside stone steles (known as ma nhai).

Hanoi to support myopia treatment costs for residents aged 18-35

Hanoi will begin subsidizing treatment costs for young adults with severe myopia from July 1 under a new social welfare policy aimed at improving preventive healthcare.

Vietnam, Philippines boost defence ties after partnership upgrade

Vietnam and the Philippines have agreed to deepen their comprehensive and practical defence cooperation and effectively implement the newly signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) on defence cooperation between the two countries' defence ministries.

Vietnam weighs utility and service price adjustments amid inflation concerns

As the government pursues ambitious growth targets, officials are seeking to carefully manage regulated prices to avoid destabilizing the broader economy.

Vietnam links strategic technology development to national priorities

Vietnam is shifting its technology strategy toward solving national challenges while creating commercially viable products and long-term innovation capacity.