Vietnam welcomed nearly 16 million international visitors in the first eight months of 2026, maintaining strong growth across traditional Asian markets and long-haul destinations, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

Vietnam’s economy showed strong signs of acceleration in the third quarter, creating greater room for expansion in the final months of the year.

Six groups of products and services have been proposed for the Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC), Deputy Finance Minister Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc said at an Executive Council meeting in Hanoi on September 7.

Rising business registrations alongside a sharp increase in firms completing dissolution procedures in the first eight months of 2026 showed that the corporate sector continues to face restructuring pressure.

Hanoi is studying a four-level underground complex around the Opera House, combined with pedestrian tunnels to improve connections with Trang Tien street and nearby cultural and art spaces.

New US tariffs are testing Vietnamese exporters’ adaptability, pushing businesses beyond price and market adjustments. Long-term competitiveness will increasingly depend on investment in technology, product quality, branding and compliance.

Vietnam is accelerating its digital government and economy push, with faster processing, simpler procedures and wider data sharing. The goal is to build a modern governance model centred on citizens and businesses.

Hanoi People’s Committee Chairman Vu Dai Thang met Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon on September 7 during National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man’s official visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK).

The number of Russian visitors to Vietnam is forecast to reach a historic record of 1.5 million this year, a senior official has said.

Party General Secretary and President To Lam, his spouse and a high-ranking delegation met Vietnamese Embassy staff and members of the Vietnamese community in Moscow on September 7.

Party General Secretary and President To Lam met representatives of the Russian War Veterans Association and the Russia–Vietnam Friendship Association in Moscow on September 7. The meeting took place during his state visit to Russia.

Vietnam attaches great importance to its relations with the Republic of Korea (RoK) and seeks deeper, more effective and sustainable ties under their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The Last Secret of the First Emperor, the most expensive Vietnamese film ever made with a $3.8 million production budget, is now at risk of becoming the country’s biggest box-office loss.

Before winning an Irish Government scholarship, Le Van Hung had faced such intense academic pressure that he considered dropping out of university - and later endured years of scholarship rejection letters.

Trumpets lead the wedding procession as a Red Dao bride, her face hidden beneath a red veil, crosses a basin after a ritual to ward off evil before joining her groom in 12 bows to their ancestors.

Apple could give the iPhone 18 Pro Max two significant display upgrades, combining more efficient LTPO+ technology with a Dynamic Island rumored to be around 35% smaller.

After losing Do Duy Manh, Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik has suffered another injury blow, with Nguyen Van Vi ruled out for around a month ahead of FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026.

Apple’s biggest event of the year is just days away. Beyond the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra, several other highly anticipated products could make their debut.

Buying a new McLaren in Vietnam has become considerably more expensive, with prices rising by up to about 24% in the latest adjustment and the costliest model nearing $1.2 million.

HCM City plans to establish three media accounts in every commune, ward and special zone, focusing on government-resident engagement, culture and society, and the economy, with the accounts to be operated by local content creators.

Vietnamese authorities have dismantled an illegal maritime drug trafficking ring and seized more than 1.1 tons of synthetic drugs, according to the Ministry of Public Security’s Drug Crime Investigation Police Department.

“Zero Meets Hero” continued its unbeaten run at the Vietnamese box office over the weekend, while “Len huong,” featuring “Red Rain” actress Ha Anh, is preparing to hit theaters.

A new rugged smartphone is turning heads with an unusual feature that lets users detach its main camera and use it independently like a GoPro-style action camera.

Amid the fields, a small stilt house and bamboo granary rise beneath hanging wind chimes, creating the sacred setting for the Ede people’s prosperity ritual in Dak Lak.

South Korean National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong Sik hosted an official welcome ceremony for Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking delegation in Seoul on the morning of Sept. 7.