CMC OpenAI unveils Vietnam’s first legal LLM and benchmark suite

The Vietnamese tech group CMC is shaping the country’s legal AI future through VLegal-Bench and CMC-AI-Legal-32B, pioneering open standards for domain-specific innovation.

Appeal verdict in Thuan An Group case: Defendants get reduced sentences

The appellate panel of the Supreme People’s Court in Hanoi on December 24 handed down its verdict in the case involving Thuan An Group and several related units and localities.

Hue glows with warmth, solidarity as Christmas season arrives

As Christmas draws near, a sacred and joyful atmosphere is spreading across parishes, churches and streets throughout the central city of Hue.

Germany’s EVIPA ratification marks strong vote of confidence in Vietnam

Germany’s decision is widely seen as a clear affirmation of growing confidence in Vietnam’s investment climate, governance capacity and long-term development orientation.

MobiFone, CMC sign new MoU to expand cooperation in digital, AI infrastructure

Aiming to build an inclusive digital ecosystem, MobiFone and CMC deepen their alliance to serve both national and business transformation goals.

Vietnam’s largest Christmas cave stuns visitors in Ninh Binh

A Christmas grotto covering more than 500 square meters and standing 25 meters tall - constructed from over 6,000m³ of rock over six months - is captivating thousands of visitors in Ninh Binh this holiday season.

Vietnamese delicacies ranked among world’s best in 2025

In 2025, Vietnamese cuisine has garnered widespread recognition from prestigious global rankings. Beloved street foods and traditional market dishes have been named among the world’s best.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs proposes extended New Year holiday

A plan by the Ministry of Home Affairs could extend the New Year 2026 holiday to four days, from Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4.

Vietnam uncovers buried drugs, weapons in $1.5 million narcotics bust

Police in Dak Lak Province have dismantled the largest drug trafficking network ever uncovered in the region, arresting multiple suspects and seizing over 9 kilograms of narcotics.

FIFA president sends New Year message to Vietnamese football

FIFA president expresses appreciation for Vietnam’s commitment and cooperation in global football.

A Korean traveler eats like a king for under $8 at Saigon’s 100-year-old market

With only 200,000 VND (about 8 USD), Korean tourist Choi Jongrak indulged in a variety of delicious local dishes at Tan Dinh Market in Ho Chi Minh City, exclaiming that some were "worth queuing for."

Galaxy S26 Ultra fails to impress, risks falling behind in 2026 flagship race

The Galaxy S26 Ultra, with its lackluster upgrades, may be at risk of falling behind in the 2026 flagship smartphone race.

Vietnam’s smart city effort after 7 years: Still fragmented, underfunded

After seven years of implementation, Vietnam’s smart city development remains fragmented and under-resourced, hindered by a lack of standards, unclear procurement mechanisms, and insufficient investment.

Vietnam’s golden population era: A decisive factor for future growth

Vietnam’s golden population window is projected to close by 2036, making the most of this demographic advantage a vital factor in driving economic growth and national competitiveness.

International Financial Centre in HCM City hoped to become new growth engine

The International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City is expected to become a new growth driver while enhancing Vietnam’s and HCM City’s position on the global financial map.

Circular on domestic maritime transport permits for foreign vessels issued

The Ministry of Construction has issued a circular outlining the authority & procedures for granting domestic maritime transport permits to foreign vessels. The regulation applies to both Vietnamese and foreign entities involved in such operations.

Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien metro to offer free travel on New Year Day 2026

After one year of operation, as of December 15, the Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien metro line had operated 78,194 train services and carried approximately 18.95 million passengers, surpassing the annual target by 14.21%.

Vietnamese fish, bee named among 70 species newly identified in 2025

One of the most notable “hidden” finds is a small sucker-mouthed minnow endemic to Vietnam’s highlands, discovered in the Lo River.

Agro-forestry-fishery exports poised to hit record high in 2025

Agro-forestry-aquatic exports totalled 64.01 billion USD in the first 11 months of 2025.

Cuba to award full medical scholarships to Vietnamese students

Cuba will maintain its tradition of educational cooperation with Vietnam by offering 15 full scholarships to Vietnamese students for the 2026–2027 academic year, the Cuban Government has announced.

MoIT to roll out product traceability system on December 23

Built with a people- and business-centred approach, the system is designed to serve as a bridge between enterprises and consumers, helping strengthen market confidence.

“Vietnam Wood” certification mark launched as symbol of validation

The “Vietnam Wood” mark represents a strong commitment to legally sourced timber, high quality, and environmental and social responsibility, serving as a legal safeguard for Vietnamese products and enhancing business competitiveness.

30 Top Asian players compete at int'l Xiangqi masters tournament

Founded and sponsored by Phuong Trang – FUTA Group, the International Xiangqi Masters Tournament - 7th Phuong Trang Cup has established itself as a prestigious xiangqi competition with high professional standards and an increasingly expanding scale.

Digital tech contributes over 1 trillion VND to economy: conference

The digital technology sector has contributed more than 1.075 trillion VND (41 billion USD) to GDP, an increase of 10% year-on-year, with estimated profits of over 371 billion VND, reflecting strong operational efficiency.

Vietnam ushers in digital era of tourism

Visit Vietnam is not merely a data platform but a fundamental shift in development thinking, reflecting how Vietnam is preparing for a tourism future driven by data, digital technology, and artificial intelligence (AI).