NDAChain: Vietnam's blockchain backbone for citizen data protection

NDAChain is being developed to secure personal data, promote innovation, and support Vietnam’s comprehensive digital transformation strategy.

Green infrastructure becomes key to Vietnam's industrial strategy

Vietnam mandates eco-friendly standards in new industrial zones to attract sustainable investments.

Credit booms, public investment stalls: Can Vietnam sustain high growth?

Vietnam’s aggressive credit expansion is clashing with slow public spending and poses systemic risks without policy alignment.

Tropical depression weakens over China, scattered rain hits Vietnam

Unstable weather continues in Vietnam as a tropical depression heads northwest and weakens.

Post-merger Ho Chi Minh City sets global livability ambitions

With its 2040 master plan, HCMC aims to be among the world’s top 100 most livable cities.

Dong Nai to break ground on $267M political-administrative center

Spanning 105 hectares, the modern center is set to begin construction on September 2.

Vietnam targets E10 biofuel launch nationwide from Jan 2026

After years of delay, Vietnam prepares to introduce E10 gasoline starting January 1, 2026.

Hanoi rolls out urgent plan to combat severe river pollution

The city targets key rivers with infrastructure upgrades, stricter enforcement, and public engagement to restore water quality.

Over USD 17 million in Van Thinh Phat compensation awaits rightful claimants

Thousands have yet to collect their court-ordered payments as savings accounts hold the unclaimed funds.

New data law allows penalties up to 10x profit from violations

Vietnam’s new law lets authorities fine offenders up to tenfold the earnings from trading personal data.

Apple's fall 2025 lineup: What to expect and how much to spend

Prices may rise for iPhone 17, while AirPods and Apple Watch get new features.

Vietnam Airlines invests over USD 3.6 billion in 50 Boeing 737-8 jets

Vietnam Airlines confirms a major fleet expansion with a strategic aircraft purchase to modernize operations and boost competitiveness.

Finance Ministry flags inconsistencies in Binh Phuoc expressway bid

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance urges a review of disqualified contractors after inconsistencies emerge in evaluation reports.

Da Nang port becomes runway for 100-model summer fashion show

Designers Vu Ngoc and Son transform Han River Port into a 300-meter runway for a vibrant fashion event inspired by Da Nang.

Taiwanese man caught hiding 2kg of gold in camera lenses at Hanoi airport

Nearly USD 215,000 worth of gold was smuggled using a sophisticated method inside camera lenses.

VNPT to absorb Vinaphone, Media arms under restructuring plan

The government has approved merging VNPT-Vinaphone and VNPT-Media into VNPT to enhance efficiency.

Temples across Vietnam to mark new governance milestone with sacred rites

On July 1, Buddhist temples will ring bells and drums to commemorate the launch of the two-tier local government system.

130,000 fake invoices: Two syndicates set up 260 shell companies

Da Nang court convicts 39 people and 8 companies in Vietnam’s largest fake invoice case.

PM pushes for infrastructure, food industry growth in talks with global giants

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had meetings with leaders from multinational corporations on June 25 on the sideslines of the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Tianjin city.

PM meets with global tech corporations, investment fund in Tianjin

PM Pham Minh Chinh has called on global tech giants to bolster cooperation with Vietnam to assist with the country's efforts to drive a startup and innovation ecosystem.

PM Pham Minh Chinh meets World Economic Forum leaders

Peter Brabeck-Letmathe, Interim Chairman of the World Economic Forum (WEF), and Borge Brende, WEF President and CEO, commended Vietnam’s flexible and effective economic governance and its strong economic performance.

PM Pham Minh Chinh attends opening plenary of WEF Tianjin 2025

This marks the third consecutive time the Vietnamese Government leader has been invited to attend the WEF Annual Meeting of the New Champions.

Modern industrial system targeted

The upcoming merger of provinces is to be synchronised with land use planning and simplified admin procedures to quickly form industrial metropolises and enhance high-tech manufacturing supply chains.

Vietnam establishes National Election Council led by NA Chairman

Chairman Tran Thanh Man will oversee election operations for the 2026-2031 term under a newly formed 19-member council.

From past trials to future growth: Vietnam’s vision at WEF Tianjin

At WEF Tianjin, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh outlined Vietnam's balanced, resilient development strategy and its readiness to navigate complex global shifts.