Choosing leaders must be linked with 'cadre planning, leadership rejuvenation'

When choosing a new provincial chairman during the administrative unit merger, it is necessary to take into account some factors, including leadership team rejuvenation and long-term cadre planning.

Vietnamese stars cash in, but risk ruin

With their huge influence, Vietnamese celebrities are hot picks for brands, earning sky-high fees up to billions, but one misstep can bring bitter fallout.

Vietnam cuts land lease fees by 30% for 2024

The government has approved a 30% reduction in land lease fees for 2024 under Decree 87/2025, effective from April 11.

Wanderlust magazine spotlights Vietnam’s top adventure travel spots

A new feature from Wanderlust places Vietnam front and center for nature lovers and thrill-chasers.

Tutoring centers boom, parents end up paying more for children’s extra classes

Many parents have complained that they are bearing a heavier financial burden after the Ministry of Education and Training’s (MOET) issued Circular 29, which prohibits teachers from giving private tutoring to their students at school.

Vietnam buys 7,500 new motorbikes daily in Q1 2025

Vietnam sees 673,055 motorbikes sold in Q1 2025, averaging 7,500 per day.

From failing her first university exam in VN to graduating from MIT

Failing the university entrance exam on her first attempt, then taking a make-up exam and succeeding at the second attempt but dropping out in the middle before trying again, Linh never imagined she would one day reach MIT and Harvard.

Two key cybersecurity laws to be merged under Ministry of Public Security

The Ministry of Public Security proposes merging two existing laws to streamline state management in digital security.

Ministry proposes remote work for civil servants, expansion of leave benefits

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) believes that, given advancing information technology, some civil servants should be allowed to work part-time or remotely, prioritizing work efficiency.

Village likened to ‘mini Singapore’, attracts tourists due to special policy

Perched precariously on a mountain range over 1,000 meters high and requiring a 5-6 hour trek through the forest to reach, Aur village in Quang Nam is a popular destination, thanks to its "communal feeding of guests" tradition.

Vietnam to merge provinces into 34 units, reduce communes by 70%

The Party Central Committee has approved a sweeping restructuring plan that will reduce provinces to 34 and eliminate district-level governance.

Vietnam prepares for Party Congress 14 with key personnel, policy updates

General Secretary To Lam affirms national strategy for sustainable, high-quality development with added leadership planning for Party Congress 14.

Vietnam recognizes Ba Duong Noi kite festival as national heritage

A symbol of harmony and heritage, the Ba Duong Noi kite festival is now a recognized cultural hallmark of Vietnam.

Authorities uncover massive counterfeit milk powder network in Vietnam

A criminal network behind nearly 600 counterfeit nutritional products, including formulas for infants and diabetics, has been dismantled in Hanoi.

Minister Nguyen Hong Dien to lead Vietnam-U.S. trade negotiations

Vietnam forms delegation to negotiate reciprocal trade agreement with U.S., led by Minister Nguyen Hong Dien.

World’s top pickleball star competes in Vietnam for first time

Pickleball world No.1 Andrei Daescu joins international stars in Vietnam's first major tournament.

Quang Nam woman held for beating, threatening toddlers at home daycare

Daycare owner in Quang Nam arrested after violently abusing toddlers, including with plastic stick.

Vietnam’s top spikers miss out on Korean league contracts

Vietnam’s top volleyball stars Nguyen Thi Bich Tuyen and Tran Thi Bich Thuy have failed to secure contracts with clubs in the Korean V-League for the 2025/26 season.

18 fishing boats vanish near Philippines, Quang Nam seeks military help

Quang Nam asks military to intervene after 18 vessels lose monitoring signals

Vietnam’s first music archive enters UNESCO’s Memory of the World

For the first time, a Vietnamese music collection has been inscribed in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register.

90% of people surveyed say officials do not harass or hassle them: ministry

More than 90 percent of survey respondents say public servants do not cause trouble or harass them, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

Three remarkable Hai Phong temples attracting spiritual tourists

From Vietnam’s largest bronze Buddha to a hidden cave shrine, Hai Phong’s temples are must-visits.

US buyers rush for Vietnam’s pepper as tariff delay boosts demand

With just 90 days to export freely, Vietnamese firms scramble to fulfill orders

From 2011 to 2023: A look at Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Vietnam visits

With his upcoming state visit early next week, Chinese President and General Secretary Xi Jinping will have visited Vietnam a total of five times in various capacities.

Vietnam’s March car sales jump 47%, imports surpass domestic models

The Vietnamese car market hit a quarterly high in March 2025, fueled by surging imports.