PM attends Vietnam–Malaysia Business Meeting in Kuala Lumpur

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called on foreign enterprises, including those from Malaysia, to continue cooperating and investing in Vietnam, and pledged to facilitate their operations.

Int'l friends pay final respects to former President Tran Duc Luong

Vietnamese embassies in many countries have organised respect-paying ceremonies in commemoration of former President Tran Duc Luong, who passed away on May 20 at the age of 88.

Welcome ceremony for Vietnamese PM held in Kuala Lumpur

This is the first visit to Malaysia by a Vietnamese PM in 10 years and also the first by a key leader of Vietnam after the two countries elevated their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in November 2024.

Fallen crowns: The dark scandals of Vietnam’s beauty queens

Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien’s fraud case isn’t the first - Vietnam has seen several former pageant winners embroiled in serious scandals.

Kim Sang Sik faces tough Malaysia test with old squad and new pressure

With few new names added, Vietnam’s coach must refine his tactics to face a physically dominant Malaysia.

Stunning ‘infinity beach’ in Ninh Thuan goes viral on social media

A newly discovered beach in Vietnam’s south-central coast captivates netizens with its mirror-like reflections and dreamy sunrise views.

New programme launched aiming at ensuring safer journeys to school across VN

The programme aims to contribute to reducing traffic injuries and fatalities by developing recommendations for establishing criteria, models, standards and regulations for traffic-safe school zones in Vietnam.

Vietnam classified as low risk under EU anti-deforestation regulation

Vietnamese exports to the EU will be subject to simplified due diligence requirements, easing the compliance burden on businesses.

Call to protect 55 young intellectuals from job cuts amid administrative merger

Officials urge the Ministry of Home Affairs to ensure special recruitment for qualified members of the 500 Young Intellectuals program amid looming layoffs.

Da Nang to attract visitors from the Middle East

The central city of Da Nang will promote luxury vacation programmes and beach entertainment services for Middle East customers.

Preparations urged as northern VN faces threat of landslides, flash floods

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on May 23 signed an urgent directive, requesting serious measures to address the growing threats of landslides, flash floods, and scattered flooding in northern Vietnam.

Vietnam-Germany friendship association marks 40-year anniversary

The Vietnam-Germany Friendship Association marked its 40th founding anniversary in Hanoi on May 23, reaffirming its role in fostering bilateral ties through cultural, educational, and innovation exchange.

HCM City to complete issuance of e-ID accounts for businesses by May 30

Ho Chi Minh City is working to finalise the issuance of electronic identification (e-ID) accounts for all businesses before May 30.

Organ donation saves lives in Quang Ninh

Working through May 22 night into the early hours of may 23 Friday, local doctors, with support from Viet Duc Friendship Hospital specialists, retrieved the heart, lungs, liver, two kidneys and two corneas from a 37-year-old male donor.

Vietnam Furniture Association launches first trend publication

Trend 26+ is the first trend publication of Vietnam’s furniture industry for the period 2026-30.

Fake product scandal engulfs Vietnamese celebrities

An alarming wave of false advertising and counterfeit products has drawn in top Vietnamese artists and influencers, sparking public outrage and legal scrutiny.

Captive Asian black bear transferred to rescue centre

In 2005, Nghe An had 570 captive bears, the largest number in Vietnam. Thanks to efforts by local authorities, forest rangers, and rescue forces, the number has fallen to just 15.

Government sets 2030 targets for climate resilience, resources management

A national plan sets clear goals to be achieved by 2030, including the completion of climate-resilient infrastructure and improved capacity for disaster prevention and adaptation.

Linh advances to quarter-finals of Malaysia Masters badminton tournament

Linh, currently ranked No. 26 in the world, defeated Denmark's Line Christophersen, ranked No. 35, with a score of 2-1 on May 22.

Binh Dinh seeks over 290 million USD to upgrade ports for 50,000DWT vessels

By 2030, the province’s seaport system is expected to handle 17.65–18.75 million tonnes of cargo annually, including 0.32–0.37 million TEUs of containerised cargo and 150,000–200,000 passenger visits per year.

Direct Hanoi-Beijing train to begin service on May 27

Starting May 27, the railway sectors of Vietnam and China will officially launch a direct international passenger train between Gia Lam Station in Hanoi and Beijing West Station in China, operating in both directions.

Vietnamese pepper sector advised to strengthen position on global export map

Exporters targeting high-standard markets that impose strict quality requirements but offer attractive profit margins must pay greater attention to quality control for enhancing product consistency and resilience in the face of market fluctuations.

NA deliberates special mechanisms for social housing development

Lawmakers are examining a draft resolution on piloting several mechanisms and policies to accelerate the construction of the affordable houses while creating more favourable investment conditions for private enterprises entering the segment.

Politburo resolution on private sector development hailed by business community

The newly-issued Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW of the Politburo on the development of the private economic sector has garnered strong support from experts and the business community.

Macron’s Southeast Asia tour begins in Vietnam to reaffirm strategic ties

President Emmanuel Macron prioritizes Vietnam in his Indo-Pacific strategy, reinforcing a special bond and a growing partnership.