U23 Vietnam may blend youth with experience at Asiad

Head coach Kim Sang Sik is considering a shift in personnel strategy for U23 Vietnam ahead of the Asiad tournament scheduled for September in Japan.

Misunderstood risks of vaping among youth

A recent study on the use of and exposure to advertising for e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products among young people aged 18-24 has revealed a series of concerning findings.

Vietnam to welcome Slovak PM Robert Fico for official visit

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that, at the invitation of Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will pay an official visit to Vietnam from April 12 to 14.

Expanding personal income tax exemptions to drive knowledge economy

A draft decree guiding the implementation of the Personal Income Tax (PIT) Law is being widely viewed by legal experts as a strategic policy move, going beyond mere technical tax adjustments to support long-term economic transformation.

Are pickup trucks losing favor after a decade-long boom in Vietnam?

Once seen as a two-in-one choice for many Vietnamese - stylish for city driving yet practical for carrying goods - pickup trucks have enjoyed nearly a decade of strong growth in the domestic market. However, the situation may now be changing.

New governor pushes for lower interest rates to support growth

Commercial banks have reached strong consensus on reducing market interest rates to support businesses and individuals, committing to lower both deposit and lending rates following a high-level meeting.

VN rolls out national programme to prevent gender-based violence through 2030

The plan also targets the establishment of inter-agency coordination mechanisms in 60% of localities, while all provinces and cities are required to apply information technology in receiving reports, managing cases and supporting victims.

Vietnam property market enters a phase of correction and filtering

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction says that improving housing supply will help stabilize the overall market, limit unreasonable price increases, and create more favorable conditions for genuine homebuyers.

National strategy on innovative start-ups unveiled

The Government has issued Resolution No. 86/NQ-CP promulgating the national strategy on innovative start-ups, aiming to foster a wave of innovation-driven entrepreneurship across society, grounded in science, technology and digital transformation.

Lawmakers propose curbs on children’s social media use

Delegates at the National Assembly have called for stronger measures to protect children in digital spaces, including proposals to study banning or restricting minors’ use of social media platforms.

Vietnam tourism targets 45–50 million international visitors by 2030

Vietnam’s tourism sector has set an ambitious target of welcoming between 45-50 million international visitors by 2030, under an adjusted national tourism development plan for the 2021–2030 period with a vision to 2045.

Airlines assured of fuel for holiday rush, ticket price hike pending

Vietnam’s aviation sector has secured sufficient jet fuel for the April 30 peak, while proposals to raise domestic airfare caps remain under review.

Bringing Vietnamese culture, art values closer to international friends

Amid rising global integration, Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW highlights international cultural engagement as a long-term strategy to promote Vietnamese cultural and artistic values worldwide.

Student admitted to top US universities aims to outsmart the weather

Phan Hoang Lam, a gifted math student from Hanoi, has secured admission to leading US universities, driven by a vision to help farmers better navigate climate uncertainty.

Congratulatory letters, messages sent to Vietnam’s key leaders

Leaders of Russia, Brunei, Japan, Venezuela, South Africa, Kazakhstan, Angola, Sweden and Switzerland and political parties have sent congratulatory messages and letters to Vietnam's Party, State, Government, and National Assembly leaders.

Top leader appoints eight new judges to Supreme People’s Court

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam presided over a ceremony in Hanoi on April 9 to present decisions appointing eight judges to the Supreme People’s Court.

Workers favour longer break for Hung Kings holiday and Reunification Day

Around 62% of workers participating in a recent survey have expressed support for extending the April 30 - May 1 holiday through a rearrangement of compensatory working days.

Extreme heat grips Vietnam, central regions exceed 40°C

A widespread heatwave is set to re-intensify across northern Vietnam from April 10, with central regions enduring the most extreme conditions, where temperatures are expected to exceed 40°C.

The passing of legacy and trust under one roof

The handover ceremony of leadership at the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs for the new term marks a continuation of institutional legacy, laying a solid foundation for the sector’s ongoing development.

iPhone Ultra leak hints at bold shift in Apple’s naming strategy

A new leak has introduced an unexpected twist to Apple’s long-rumored foldable iPhone, suggesting the device may be called the iPhone Ultra rather than the widely anticipated “iPhone Fold.”

Digital transformation reshapes religious practice and governance

Digital transformation is profoundly reshaping how people practice belief and religion. In response to this wave, governance must evolve swiftly - ensuring freedom of belief while maintaining social stability.

Apple bets on AI shift after losing five-year lead

Apple is facing mounting challenges, not only in the present but also in the years ahead, as the global technology industry is swept up in the accelerating wave of artificial intelligence.

Vietnamese firms caught between cyber threats and strict new data laws

The number of cyberattacks in Vietnam may be declining, but the severity of damages is rising sharply, showing that hackers have shifted to target high-value data.

US-Iran tensions test Vietnam’s resilience in uncertain times

Rising geopolitical risks could quickly impact Vietnam through energy prices, inflation, and global economic volatility.

PM calls for cutting back on new headquarters and admin centers

PM Le Minh Hung has called for maximizing the use of existing government offices and strictly limiting the construction of new headquarters and administrative centers.