Vietnam’s stock market leads global gains as gold retreats

Global gold prices fall sharply, but SJC gold holds near record highs as Vietnam’s VN-Index hits a new peak.

iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. 14 Pro Max: What's changed after 3 years?

From camera upgrades to AI features, here's how the iPhone 17 Pro Max stacks up against its predecessor.

Da Nang unveils major travel perks to boost visitor numbers

With free museum entries and steep discounts, Da Nang introduces bold new campaigns to attract millions of tourists.

Hanoi begins survey to prepare for electric vehicle transition

Hanoi has ordered a comprehensive review and data collection of gasoline-powered and electric vehicles across 126 communes and wards in preparation for a shift toward clean energy transportation.

Blood reserves at alarming low, patients anxiously wait for every drop

Many hospitals in the Mekong Delta are facing a critical blood shortage. Medical staff are deeply concerned, as patients wait desperately for every drop of blood.

Islands of central Vietnam rival the Maldives in summer beauty

Explore three hidden gems along Vietnam's central coast known for turquoise seas, white sand beaches, and untouched charm.

24 hours in Hanoi: The ultimate food and travel guide

If you have just 24 hours to explore Hanoi, this suggested itinerary will help you experience the city’s highlights in food, culture, and scenery.

Kho Gia Gia: Highland Vietnam’s sacred cultural legacy

Recognized as national heritage, Kho Gia Gia reflects the cultural soul of Vietnam’s highlands.

Five kids keep Hanoi couple spinning like tops

Though they wanted a big family, having five children was entirely unexpected for the mother born in 1988 in Hanoi.

PM outlines guidelines for launching projects on National Day

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a dispatch on the inauguration and launch of major projects marking the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025).

PM pushes for building of fire prevention culture, orders urgent scheme

According to the Ministry of Public Security, Vietnam has suffered more than 17,600 fires over the past five years, leaving 560 dead, 606 injured, and around 4 trillion VND (153.8 million USD) in damage.

Nationwide banking data "cleanup" boosts digital payment security

Vietnam’s banking sector has completed a comprehensive review and verification of all customer records, both individual and corporate, linked to payment accounts using digital channels.

Mega Us Expo 2025 promotes Vietnam-RoK trade, innovation cooperation

The Multi-Trend Expo & Global Business People’s HUB (Mega Us Expo) 2025 opened in Ho Chi Minh City on August 14, featuring over 200 participants from 15 key RoK industrial cities and Vietnamese startups.

‘VITA Green’ label set to boost Vietnam’s global sustainable tourism

Green Tourism Criteria (VITA Green) is expected to become an internationally recognised sustainable tourism certification, bolstering Vietnam’s image as a green destination.

Vietnam joins regional push to advance gender equality

Vietnam should adopt a comprehensive, multi-sectoral approach to addressing violence against women and children, particularly in the context of natural disasters and crises.

Korean Minister highlights "Miracles of Han and Red Rivers"

Korean Trade Minister Kim Jung-kwan said the Han and Red Rivers, each with their own historic miracle, should now flow together toward shared prosperity in industry, energy, and technology.

Foreign Ministry vows to boost promotion of Vietnamese language abroad

Deputy Minister Le Thi Thu Hang said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will work with relevant agencies to expand programs supporting the “Day for Honouring Vietnamese Language in Vietnamese Communities Abroad” initiative.

Da Nang ready for 25th Vietnam International Mathematics Competition

The 25th Vietnam International Mathematics Competition – VIMC 2025 will take place from August 14-19 in the central coastal city of Da Nang, with the participation of 526 contestants from 31 countries and territories.

Ample room for Vietnamese furniture, handicraft exports to EU

Vietnamese products, particularly home and outdoor décor, handicrafts, fashion, gifts, and lifestyle goods enjoy ample growth potential in the EU market thanks to its strong purchasing power, diverse demand, and high market openness.

Hai Phong’s fishing village named community-based tourism site

Viet Hai village in Cat Hai speical zone, Hai Phong city will not only help preserve natural and cultural assets but also unlock opportunities for socio-economic growth, improve local livelihoods, and advance Hai Phong’s community tourism ambitions.

Vietnam, Australia expand cooperation in trade, investment, education

Vietnam and Australia are stepping up cooperation across trade, investment, and education, with new initiatives to connect localities and businesses from both sides.

Hanoi hosts training for overseas Vietnamese language teachers

Over the past year, the Party and State have paid special attention to preserving and promoting Vietnamese abroad through supportive policies, book donations, teacher training, and the application of technology in teaching.

Banking stocks surge, driving VN Index to record highs

Bank shares have seen prices soar recently, helping to push the VN-Index to historic peaks. Banks with strong business performance are benefiting from favorable policies.

HCM City no longer has poor households under national poverty standards

After the merger, HCMC has over 3.4 million households, of which 21,961 were poor or near-poor. Currently, HCMC has no poor households according to national poverty standards.

Academic dialogue discusses 25 years of Gulf of Tonkin delimitation agreement

An academic dialogue was held in Hanoi on August 14, discussing lessons learned in 25 years since the Gulf of Tonkin delimitation agreement was signed between Vietnam and China as well as the future of bilateral maritime cooperation.