Ha Long beach paragliding company fined after crash with tourist

Hi Sky Chi Linh was fined and ordered to review safety after a powered glider collided with a visitor.

Party chief: Journalism is the Party’s enduring instrument of ideology

General Secretary To Lam emphasized that the Party will never relinquish journalism as its ideological weapon, recognizing its critical role over 100 years of revolutionary growth.

New administrative codes proposed after merger of 34 provinces

The Ministry of Finance is currently seeking public feedback on a draft decision by the Prime Minister to issue a new list of administrative divisions and their corresponding codes for Vietnam.

Vietnam’s media urged to unify national spirit in digital era

Vietnamese leaders emphasize the role of journalism in strengthening national identity.

Nguyen Van Ba named Editor-in-Chief as VietNamNet shifts to new ministry

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung of the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs has signed a decision appointing Nguyen Van Ba as Editor-in-Chief of VietNamNet, now operating under the ministry’s authority.

Vietnamese students face new visa conditions as U.S. resumes interviews

The U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City has resumed processing student visa applications after a suspension in May, but requires applicants to set their social media profiles to public.

Fatal expressway crashes highlight dangers of unsafe stops

A series of tragic highway accidents has claimed numerous lives and left many injured due to drivers stopping or parking vehicles on expressways without placing proper warning signs.

Festive season kicks off in Da Nang with vibrant coastal experiences

The "Enjoy Danang Festival 2025" officially opened on June 20, launching a colorful summer season filled with cultural and tourism activities that offer rich, memorable experiences for visitors.

Pham Minh Chinh leads key meeting on government decentralization

In a high-level meeting on June 20, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directed ministries and agencies to accelerate preparations for launching the two-tier local government model starting July 1.

Celebrities face legal risks for promoting fake products

If a celebrity knowingly promotes a counterfeit product, they could face criminal charges for selling fake goods or defrauding customers, a lawyer warns.

Vietnam’s textile industry surges ahead, fueled by strong alliance: insider

The industry's performance has been powered by bold investments in modern production lines, enabling Vietnamese firms to produce complicated products which were exclusive to advanced economies.

Vietnam to stage Southeast Asian, Asian dancesport championships for first time

For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.

Over 11,000 e-commerce storefronts flagged for violations in H1

In addition to institutional reform, the agency is also rolling out key solution groups to combat counterfeit goods, imitations, and intellectual property infringements in the digital environment.

Logistics – a lever for VN exporters to navigate US tariff headwinds: workshop

As Vietnamese exporters face formidable challenges from US tariff policies, logistics is emerging as a critical lever to maintain competitiveness in one of Vietnam’s most vital markets, heard a workshop on June 19.

Vietnam’s major administrative overhaul captures Latin America media’s attention

Prensa Latina's recent article on VN assurance of smooth and effective transition to a leaner structure highlighted PM Pham Minh Chinh’s latest directions on implementing 28 resolutions regarding the decentralisation and delegation of authority.

Trade ministry issues warning as Middle East tensions threaten global trade

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has issued a stark warning to businesses, urging them to closely monitor the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran that threaten to disrupt global trade, according to a ministry official.

Vietnam top rankings at Southeast Asian Karate Championship

Vietnam topped the medal tally at the Southeast Asian Karate Championship, with 28 gold, 31 silver and 17 bronze medals.

President commends outstanding journalists on eve of press centennial

Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.

HP looks to scale up production capacity in Vietnam

Antoine Colin, Senior Vice President for Global Supply Chain Digital Transformation & Resilience at HP Inc., affirmed HP’s strategic commitment to building a supply chain and ecosystem in Vietnam and the region.

OECD Economic Surveys: Vietnam 2025 report released

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), on June 20 held a seminar to launch the OECD Economic Surveys: Vietnam 2025 report.

Trucks carrying goods through Lang Son’s border gates reach record high

On June 19 alone, a total of 2,005 trucks completed customs clearance at Lang Son’s border gates — the highest single-day figure ever recorded in the province. Of these, 634 carried exports and 1,371 imports.

Mekong Delta climate resilience project benefits nearly 2 million people

Mariam Sherman, World Bank Country Director for Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, said the World Bank remains committed to working with the Vietnamese government to develop the next phase of climate resilience and transformation for the Mekong Delta.

Central bank proposes mandatory bank transfers for gold

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is seeking public feedback on a draft amendment to Government Decree No. 24/2012/ND-CP on the management of gold trading activities, introducing new rules on payment methods.

Revenue crisis forces Vietnamese media to adapt or vanish

At the National Press Forum, experts stress sustainable revenue must stem from trusted content and reader payments.

Thong Nhat Railway crowned top global train journey

Vietnam’s iconic railway has earned the top spot in Lonely Planet’s 2025 list of the world’s most amazing train rides.