HCM City invests $13.8 million to fix worst flood zone in Go Vap District

HCM City has launched a $13.8 million drainage system upgrade project aimed at eliminating severe flooding in several key areas of Go Vap District, including Nguyen Van Khoi Street, long considered the district’s worst flood-prone location.

Large drug trafficking cases uncovered, many defendants face death penalty

The April 17 manhunt for Bui Dinh Khanh in Quang Ninh province was still fresh when news about Phu Tho Police discovering the province’s biggest drug case shocked the public.

Tan Son Nhat Terminal T3 to serve all Vietnam Airlines domestic flights

Starting at 4:00 a.m. on May 17, Vietnam Airlines will officially relocate all its domestic flight operations to Terminal T3 of Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

Public high school crisis: 30,000 students left behind in Hanoi

Rising population and limited school capacity intensify pressure on students and families.

Ethnic Tho woman sets aside city job to revive barren forests in her hometown

After earning her university degree, Nguyen Le Ngoc Linh, an ethnic Tho woman, returned to her hometown to rejuvenate barren forests and create sustainable livelihoods for her community.

Vietnam faces highly unpredictable storm season in 2025

Experts warn of erratic storm behavior and severe local flooding despite fewer major typhoons.

Pi coin volatility sparks fears of manipulation and hype traps

Experts warn of pump-and-dump risks as Pi jumps to $1.68 then crashes to $1 in hours.

Northern Vietnam’s rare crab delicacy: rich, sweet, tastier than field crab

In every third and 10th month of the lunar calendar, northerners collect ram, a type of crab (Varunidae), to prepare a variety of dishes. Its flavor is rich, sweet, and tastier than field crab.

Vietnamese experts from abroad propose bold HCM City talent plan

VietNamNet presents a discussion below about strategic proposals and advice on HCM City’s development from several experts who have gained a global perspective from many years of experience working in developed countries.

Buddha’s sacred relics inspire mass pilgrimage to Hanoi temple

Devotees from all walks of life flocked to Quan Su Pagoda to witness a historic spiritual event.

Vietnam’s livestock powerhouses chase billion-dollar growth

Vietnamese firms scale up production and M&A to claim more of the $33 billion market.

Protection teams walk tens of kilometers daily to protect forests

Forest protection teams play a vital role in keeping the forests lush and green across Son La’s hills and mountains. They walk tens of kilometers daily on duty, sometimes not eating until midnight.

Historic Buddha relic procession brings thousands to Hanoi’s heart

Buddhist followers and citizens gathered in Hanoi to honor the Buddha’s birthday with a rare relic procession.

Vietnam, Belarus forge new tech ties in digital transformation

Vietnam and Belarus signed their first-ever deals on digital and scientific innovation, deepening strategic ties during a high-level visit.

Cybersecurity readiness of Vietnamese enterprises at ‘alarming’ level: survey

The cybersecurity readiness of Vietnamese enterprises remains at an alarming level, according to Cisco, with only 11 percent gaining a “mature” level capable of effectively responding to cyber threats.

Finance Minister addresses new anti-money laundering phrase: beneficial owner

The concept of "beneficial owner” has been included for the first time in the draft amendment to the Enterprise Law, currently under review by the National Assembly and expected to be passed at its 9th session.

Stricter regulations needed for misleading advertising

The National Assembly on May 10 discussed the draft law that amends and supplements provisions of the Advertising Law, with a focus on influencers and celebrities’ advertising on social media.

Outstanding scientific products, solutions published on national portal

To date, the portal has received 426 submissions, of which 71 useful products and solutions have been published and 90 are being reviewed. At the event, 32 more products and solutions were newly released.

Children in Belarus gift portrait to Madam Ngo Phuong Ly

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly received a touching gift from young Vietnamese learners in Belarus after presenting them with a bookcase of Vietnamese titles.

Vietnam, US push for balanced trade

Imports from the US are predicted to rise sharply in the coming months as large Vietnamese enterprises are accelerating purchases from the North American market in efforts to balance bilateral trade.

Paris event underscores growing potential for France–Vietnam travel

France is a priority tourism market for Vietnam with nearly 279,000 French travellers coming to Vietnam in 2024, representing a 97% recovery from pre-COVID-19 levels.

“Connect with Vietnam” helps boost Vietnamese investment in US

According to the Foreign Investment Agency, as of April 30, Vietnam had run 252 investment projects in the US, with a total capital of 1.36 billion USD.

Vietnam again dominate regional wrestling championships

Vietnam were regional kings and queens, dominating the Southeast Asian and Invitation Wrestling Championships which closed on May 12 in Singapore.

Ha Giang, Hoi An among world’s most beautiful places: Time Out

Ha Giang and Hoi An have been named among the 44 most beautiful places in the world by renowned UK-based travel magazine Time Out.

Vietnamese architect honoured with DIVIA 2025

Vietnamese architect Tran Thi Ngu Ngon, co-founder of Tropical Space, has been named the winner of the Diversity in Architecture Prize (DIVIA) 2025.