State bank’s halt of 10-year gold bullion supply fuels market issues

Due to limited gold bullion supply, some enterprises and credit institutions have engaged in illegal trading, legitimized smuggled or illegally mined gold, evaded taxes, or spread false information.

50,000 fake alcohol bottles seized in Hanoi: Deadly methanol threat revealed

Police discovered thousands of counterfeit antiseptic bottles containing toxic methanol, raising public health concerns.

University budgets VND18 billion to support talent, develop basic sciences

Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU), is implementing bold policies by prioritizing the development of basic sciences, the core foundation for elite training, innovation, and technology mastery.

Imported car sales surge in Vietnam despite record price cuts

Vietnamese consumers continue to prefer imported models, even as local automakers boost production.

KPI-based evaluations of civil servants will prevent favoritism: official

Under a new draft law, how civil servants perform their work and what day and time they complete it will be displayed on computers. This is expected to reduce favoritism when officers’ capabilities are assessed.

Tax agency explains real reason behind Hanoi business suspensions

The tax authority has clarified that claims suggesting some small businesses have shut down or reduced operations due to the implementation of Decree 70 are inaccurate.

Nationwide crackdown uncovers over 3,100 counterfeit and smuggling cases

Following a month-long nationwide campaign to inspect and combat counterfeit and smuggled goods, the market management force handled 3,114 violations with a total enforcement value of over USD 2.5 million.

Hospital engages in '99-day battle' to save premature baby weighing 600 grams

Born at 24 weeks and six days, the baby girl weighed only 600 grams. Each day in the last 99 days after birth has been a "battle" to regain breath and life.

Hanoi cracks down on price hikes as many apartments remain unaffordable

Statistics from the Vietnam Real Estate Research Institute show that the average household income in major cities like Hanoi and HCM City is just enough to cover 30-40 percent of the value of a typical apartment.

AI-driven sci-fi film delivers environmental protection message

Young people should not view AI as salvation but rather as a tool under human control.

Ancient lychee orchard draws visitors in Hai Duong

The ancient lychee trees in the "capital" of Thanh Ha (Hai Duong) feature tall, wide canopies and moss-covered, multi-branched trunks that have awed visitors, earning them the nickname “a miniature primeval forest” reminiscent of Ta Xua.

Young volunteers guide tourists in Nha Trang

Young people in Nha Trang city are volunteering as free tour guides for foreign tourists as part of the "Tourism Ambassador" programme in order to promote local tourism.

Vietnam’s rice export prices fall nearly 19% despite growing volume

Vietnam’s rice industry is facing a steep drop in export prices, even as shipment volumes climb, underscoring the challenges of a volatile global grain market.

Northern Vietnam braces for heavy rain from June 19 through late June

Widespread rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast for northern Vietnam, peaking mid-to-late June.

PM assigns deputy PMs urgent tasks in governance reshuffle

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed an official directive assigning several urgent and strategic duties to the deputy prime ministers.

Germany invests 50 million USD in renewable energy workforce training in Vietnam

Germany's GEO Group has announced a 50 million USD investment to establish a renewable energy workforce training and development centre in the central province of Binh Dinh.

NIC – Google partnership powers Vietnam’s innovation: Deputy PM

Since 2022, more than 500 Vietnamese startups have engaged in Google’s Startup Academy, Google for Startups Accelerator, and Google Startup Masterclass.

Vietnam, Indonesia strengthen anti-terrorism cooperation

Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.

Vietnam stresses rule of law at 15th annual East Sea conference

The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.

General Secretary: HCMC must lead with global vision after historic merger

Following the merger, the city's leadership mindset must align with global standards to realize its vision as a Southeast Asian megacity.

Lawmakers pass revised law on product quality

The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.

VN, India explore cooperation opportunities in electricity, electronics sectors

The Vietnamese Trade Office in India, in collaboration with relevant partners, held an online seminar on June 17 to discuss potential cooperation between Vietnam and India in the electricity and electronics sectors.

Vietnam steps up citizen protection amid Israel – Iran conflict

Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.

Administrative restructuring must not disrupt high school graduation exam: PM

The PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.

Vietnam women's volleyball team eyes VTV Cup title after AVC triumph

Following their championship victory at the AVC Nations Cup, Vietnam’s women’s volleyball team has made slight adjustments to its roster with full determination to claim the VTV Cup 2025 title.