Butterfly season arrives early, drawing crowds to Cuc Phuong forest

An early butterfly bloom and towering wild taro plants have turned Cuc Phuong into a trending destination, attracting waves of visitors eager for photos and nature.

Vietnam urged to move beyond low-cost model for new FDI wave

As global supply chains shift, experts say Vietnam must strengthen internal capabilities to attract higher-quality foreign investment.

More accolades follow Vietnam U17’s dominant title win

Vietnam U17 not only claimed the 2026 Southeast Asian U17 Championship but also walked away with multiple individual honors.

Hang wins first Asian Beach Games gold for Vietnam

Ha Thi Thuy Hang has won the first gold medal for Vietnam in athletics at the ongoing Asian Beach Games (ABG) in China.

Prime Minister warns of tourism revenue flowing abroad

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has urged policymakers to address a critical imbalance in the tourism sector, warning against a situation where international visitors arrive in large numbers but much of the revenue flows to foreign partners.

Swiss rider powers Dong Thap to stage 20 victory

Swiss rider Christoph Janssen delivered a standout performance to secure victory for Dong Thap in stage 20 of the 2026 Ho Chi Minh City Television Cycling Cup.

Da Nang launches nearly US$2 billion Lien Chieu port project

The city of Da Nang on April 25 officially broke ground on the Lien Chieu container port project, a large-scale maritime infrastructure development of strategic national importance.

Prime Minister orders overhaul of higher education system

The government calls for decisive action to streamline institutions and strengthen national human capital.

Environmental security: beyond the numbers of an air-quality monitoring scandal

Vietnam has made commitments to environmental protection and climate action toward Net Zero goals at major global forums such as COP26 and P4G.

Ethnic women ‘awaken’ traditional craft-making for a sustainable future

Amid modern life reaching remote villages, many traditional values have faded, yet many ethnic minority women quietly remain at their looms, restoring their homeland’s weaving craft.

Misunderstood figure sheds light on how policies are communicated

Regarding the city’s long plan with a 100-year vision, information about the relocation of 860,000 people from inner Hanoi was “inaccurate.”

Mental health crisis spurs high demand for psychology graduates

The growing demand for mental health care and human resource development is helping psychology graduates in the job market, with many companies actively seeking them out.

Vietnamese workers earn middle-class incomes but face high living costs

Recently, an interesting comparison was made between the price of a standard bowl of pho (around VND50,000 in Hanoi) and the minimum wage in major cities, which currently stands at over VND5 million per month.

New regulation to enhance value of Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark

A new regulation on the management, protection and promotion of values of the Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark will take effect from May 10.

Where to travel in northern Vietnam without the crowds

As the 30 April - 1 May holiday approaches, many popular tourist destinations are expected to be overcrowded. For those seeking a quieter journey, several lesser-known locations in northern Vietnam offer both scenic beauty and a sense of calm.

Ethnic cultures come alive during April 30–May 1 holiday

A series of cultural and tourism activities themed “Highland rendezvous” will take place from April 30 to May 3 at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi.

Vietnam’s economy maintains strong momentum amid global uncertainties: AMRO

Vietnam’s economy continues to show strong resilience and steady expansion despite persistent global uncertainties, according to a press release on Vietnam’s economic outlook issued by the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) on April 24.

The man who reshaped a mountain village’s future

What began as curiosity during a tea delivery journey evolved into a bold transformation that uplifted a remote Hmong village.

Tan Son Nhat airport braces for holiday surge with 750 daily flights

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is expected to handle around 750 flights and up to 125,000 passengers per day during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and the National Reunification Day (April 30)-International Day holidays.

Over 513,000 people supported in disaster response in 2025

Disaster prevention and response and humanitarian operations in Vietnam generated over 1.23 trillion VND (46.8 million USD) in 2025, assisting more than 513,000 people affected by natural hazards.

A turning point for Vietnam’s startup funding landscape

With the launch of the Ho Chi Minh City Venture Capital Fund, startups in the city will no longer need to “relocate” to Singapore to polish their profiles in order to secure investment.

Administrative procedure coordination system to be put into operation this month

Under a freshly signed official dispatch, the Ministry of Public Security has been assigned to urgently complete the national public service portal and the administrative procedure coordination system for official operation in April.

Vietnam tightens oversight of adventure tourism with new standard

Vietnam has, for the first time, introduced a national standard for adventure tourism, outlining requirements for hiking and trekking activities, with a strong focus on the safety of participants, group leaders and support staff.

Top engineering student graduates early with near-perfect thesis score

A standout student from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology completed his degree ahead of schedule, earning exceptional academic results.

Scholar honoured for boosting Vietnam-Australia ties

The Consulate General of Vietnam in Perth, Australia, on April 23 presented a Certificate of Merit from the Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs to Associate Professor Dr Duong Thi Hong Lien of Curtin University.