Dong Nai on threshold of becoming centrally governed city

Dong Nai, with its strategic location and well-developed interregional infrastructure, has  a major opportunity to become a centrally governed city.

Chinese groom’s vow mistranslation sparks laughter at Vietnam wedding

A Chinese groom’s attempt to speak Vietnamese at his wedding turned into a memorable moment when a mistranslated vow left the entire hall in laughter.

Sandbox – “policy laboratory” for next-generation financial centre

Researchers from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City have proposed a sandbox model targeting high value-added sectors while maintaining strict risk controls.

Vietnam eyes becoming region’s leading tourism destination

With its rich natural assets and clearly defined policy direction, Vietnam is steadily asserting itself as one of the region’s foremost eco-tourism destinations, striking a balance between economic growth and environmental preservation.

Vietnam real estate emerges as safe haven for global capital

Amid global uncertainty, Vietnam is increasingly seen as a secure destination for international capital, with its real estate market attracting growing interest.

Hanoi targets 30% public transport use to ease traffic congestion

Hanoi aims to increase the share of public transport to at least 30% of total travel demand by 2030 as part of efforts to ease worsening urban traffic congestion, according to the municipal Department of Construction.

Vietnam Railways upgrades heritage trains to tap holiday travel boom

Vietnam Railways (VNR) is pulling out all the stops, with new upgrades and extra trains to cash in on the massive holiday travel flux during the Hung Kings Commemoration Day and the April 30–May 1 break.

A stage without barriers: Creativity or chaos in showbiz?

A growing wave of influencers, entrepreneurs, and viral personalities stepping into the role of “singer” is placing Vietnam’s entertainment industry in an increasingly uneasy position.

Project on digital transformation in cultural sector approved

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed Decision No. 611/QD-TTg dated April 4 approving the project on digital transformation in the cultural sector to 2030, with a vision to 2045.

Vietnamese scientists unlock genetic insights into rare diseases

Vietnamese scientists are working to uncover the genetic causes of several groups of rare diseases, with newly established genomic datasets expected to lay a foundation for precision medicine and improved healthcare outcomes.

Vietnam enters social commerce 2.0 with AI in the loop

Vietnamese businesses are no longer just using artificial intelligence - they are actively teaching it how to sell.

Tourism hub to open first sea-crossing bridge

A long-awaited link is set to bridge more than water as Hue, the heritage city, prepares to open the Thuan An sea-crossing bridge, easing connections across key economic zones and beyond.

V-League nearing its endgame, but risks linger for national team

V-League 2025/26 is nearing its conclusion, but risks still threaten Vietnam’s national team plans.

Inside the Bao Tin Minh Chau scandal shaking Vietnam’s gold market

Hanoi police have prosecuted the founder of Bao Tin Minh Chau over alleged accounting violations, uncovering large discrepancies in reported revenue and tax obligations.

Vietnam waives transport fees to support businesses

The Ministry of Finance has announced the waiver of several fees and charges to support production and business activities in the transport sector. The policy takes effect from April 7, 2026 to June 30, 2026.

Vietnam unveils strategy to join top 30 global startup nations by 2045

Resolution No. 86, issued by the Government on April 5, sets a goal of placing Vietnam among the world’s top 30 countries in innovation and startup development by 2045, backed by breakthrough mechanisms in legal frameworks, human resources & capital.

Vietnam weathers economic shocks effectively: AMRO

The report highlights that Vietnam continues to benefit from strong domestic demand, robust export performance and sustained foreign investment inflows, particularly in high-tech manufacturing and electronics.

Proposal to merge Hung Kings holiday with Reunification Day break under review

The Vietnam General Confederation of Labour will collect opinions from workers on a proposal to rearrange public holidays in April.

Vietnam backs global One Health commitments at Lyon summit

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) has reaffirmed strong support for global political commitments on the “One Health” approach and international initiatives spearheaded by France.

Rising imports and flexible policies steady Vietnam’s fuel market

In the first three months of 2026, Vietnam imported a total of 6.49 million tonnes of crude oil and petroleum products. Notably, imports of refined fuel in March surged sharply, reaching 1.19 million tonnes with a value of US$1.42 billion.

Vietnamese businesswomen association debuts in Europe

The Vietnamese Businesswomen Association in Europe made its debut at a ceremony in Berlin on April 5, marking a new step in connecting Vietnamese female entrepreneurs across the continent.

HCM City proposes free bus rides on 135 routes

Ho Chi Minh City plans to offer free bus rides on 135 routes across the city from early May under a proposal submitted by the municipal Department of Construction to the city People’s Committee for consideration.

Vietnam targets 50% reduction in electricity-related accidents by 2035

Vietnam aims to cut electricity-related fires and electrocution accidents by up to 50% by 2035 under a newly approved national programme on safe electricity use for the 2026–2035 period.

Customs uncover 8,900 violations in 6 months, online smuggling on the rise

Vietnam Customs on April 6 reported that from October 15, 2025 to March 15, 2026, customs forces nationwide detected, seized and handled 8,879 violations, with an estimated total value of more than 8 trillion VND (303.68 million USD).

Agriculture sector links key databases with National Integrated Data Centre

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MoAE) signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Public Security (MoPS) in Hanoi on April 6 to connect and integrate its databases with the MoPS’s National Integrated Data Centre (C12).