EVN posts nearly VND52 trillion profit: Will electricity prices fall?

EVN’s record profit of nearly VND52 trillion in 2025 has sparked debate over what drove the sharp earnings increase and whether consumers could expect lower electricity prices in the coming years.

Ho Chi Minh City sees surge in foreign investment via M&As

Ho Chi Minh City has continued to attract strong foreign capital inflows in the first months of 2026, with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) emerging as a key investment channel and showing the city's appeal to international investors.

Lotus Festival lights up Hue’s summer

A festival celebrating the lotus, a flower deeply woven into the history of the former imperial capital and long associated with its landscapes, royal traditions and daily life, will take place in Hue this month.

Vietnam proposes sweeping changes to adoption law

Vietnam’s Ministry of Justice has proposed significant revisions to the Law on Adoption, including new age-gap requirements and stronger safeguards against child trafficking.

Mui Ne emerges as one of Asia's top kitesurfing destinations

The publication highlighted Mui Ne's stable winds from November to March, wide sandy beaches and diverse water conditions, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.

Outstanding green credit reaches 828 trillion VND

To date, 82 credit institutions have recorded outstanding green credit loans totalling 828 trillion VND (approximately 31.8 billion USD), with an average annual growth rate of more than 20% during the 2017–2025 period.

Vietnam pushes to develop world-class technology startups

Vietnam’s rise into the world’s top 50 startup ecosystems for the first time marks a major milestone in its innovation journey, but persistent challenges in startup quality, technology commercialisation, capital access.

US veteran and witnesses recount memories of mass graves from Tet Offensive

A former US serviceman, a 12-year-old boy at the time and longtime local residents have shared powerful memories that may help identify mass graves dating back to the 1968 Tet Offensive.

Drivers in Hanoi caught racing trains and ignoring lowered crossing barriers

Many drivers in Hanoi continue to ignore flashing warnings and lowered railway barriers, creating dangerous situations as trains approach at speed.

A mandate without retreat: Vietnam’s drive for double-digit growth

The government is doubling down on its double-digit expansion pledge even as 26 of the country’s 34 cities and provinces are forecast to undershoot their own growth goals this year, betting that a barrage of policy firepower can close the gap.

When music takes a back seat to online outrage

Two of Vietnam’s biggest music releases this summer have become the center of heated online debates, often for reasons unrelated to the music itself.

Vietnam seeks to unlock capital for infrastructure, green transition

Vietnam’s growing demand for infrastructure investment and green transition financing is driving the need for more diversified funding channels, stronger project financing structures and a more robust policy framework to attract long-term capital.

Hanoi considers congestion charges and limits on private vehicles

Hanoi is considering congestion charges and restrictions on private vehicles as part of a sweeping transport reform plan.

Retailers embrace digitalisation, experiential shopping to boost consumption

Retailers are increasingly focusing on shopping experiences, digital transformation and modern trade ecosystems to retain customers as deep discounts alone are no longer enough to stimulate consumer spending amid cautious purchasing behaviour.

Ho Chi Minh City police bust interprovincial pet theft network, save 500 cats

More than 500 cats were found alive or recovered during a police investigation into an organized group accused of stealing, collecting and transporting pets for sale across southern Vietnam.

Phong Nha named among top nature-connected wellness destinations

Phong Nha in the central province of Quang Tri has been recognised by online travel platform Agoda as one of outstanding resort destinations connected to nature in Asia in 2026.

Police foil Cambodia-linked scam operation planned in Vietnam

Vietnamese police have dismantled a Cambodia-linked fraud network that was preparing to launch a large-scale scam operation in the country.

Australia to face Thailand in ASEAN U19 Championship final

Thailand and Australia booked their places in the 2026 ASEAN U19 Championship final after convincing semi-final victories on Thursday.

Ho Chi Minh City, TikTok join hands to spread local culture, cuisine

HCM City's Department of Culture and Sports, together with the Vietnam Cultural Heritage Conservation Support Fund and TikTok Vietnam, met on June 9 to discuss a multi-platform campaign spreading the city’s culture, heritage, and urban cuisine.

World Cup 2026: Vietnam leaves distinct mark at global cultural showcase

Vietnam is among a select group of nations invited by organisers to participate in Aldea Global 2026 (Global Village 2026), a large-scale international cultural exchange programme taking place in Mexico City alongside the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Vietnam, Laos conduct joint patrol along shared border

The Border Guard Command of Quang Tri province and the Military Command of Laos’ Khammouane province recently conducted a patrol along the border section between markers 527 and 529 in Quang Tri’s Dan Hoa commune.

Vietnam calls for dialogue, mediation to advance lasting peace in Middle East

Vietnam has reaffirmed its support for dialogue, mediation and political solutions as the only viable path toward lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.

New Vietnam–Cambodia friendship monument inaugurated in Pursat province

One more Vietnam–Cambodia friendship monument was inaugurated on June 10 in Pursat province of northern Cambodia, marking a new milestone in the ongoing efforts to preserve symbols of solidarity between the two countries.

Vietnam Airlines ranks among Asia-Pacific’s most punctual carriers

Vietnam Airlines has been ranked among the top three most punctual airlines in the Asia-Pacific region in 2026, according to the latest On-Time Performance (OTP) report released by aviation analytics firm Cirium.

National Red Journey blood donation campaign 2026 launched

The 14th national red journey blood donation campaign was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on June 11, with organisers aiming to collect 120,000 units of blood nationwide this year.