Officials charged in massive psychiatric fraud scheme exposed in Hanoi

36 officials and 2 ‘patients’ indicted in scandal involving bribes, false evaluations, and cover-ups.

iPhone narrows RAM gap with Galaxy S amid AI demands

Apple boosts RAM in iPhones to support AI, reducing the lead once held by Samsung’s Galaxy S.

Amending personal income tax law: no time for further delays

National Assembly deputies have proposed reviewing personal income tax (PIT), suggesting an increase in the family deduction threshold. However, no significant reforms have been initiated by the authorities so far.

Vietnam’s Ky Duyen stuns in swimsuit at Miss Supranational 2025 semi-final

The Vietnamese beauty competed alongside over 60 international contestants in bold, high-fashion looks ahead of the grand finale.

Over 7,000 troops conduct first full rehearsal for National Day parade

In preparation for Vietnam's 80th National Day, thousands of troops from across the country joined the military parade's first coordinated rehearsal.

American cars: zero tariff may lower prices, but won't boost demand

Imported American cars sell slowly in Vietnam due to high prices and difficulty in competing with locally assembled vehicles or those imported from ASEAN which enjoy preferential tariffs.

Vietnam’s National Assembly keeps current administrative fine limits

The revised Law on Administrative Violations passed with unanimous support, confirming no increase in the maximum monetary penalty.

Tropical depression strengthens in East Sea, heavy rain hits mainland

A tropical depression intensifies over the East Sea, bringing heavy localized rains and risks of flash floods and landslides across Vietnam.

Sa Pa airport project approved with $248 million investment

Lao Cai province has greenlit the adjusted plan for Sa Pa Airport with a total investment of over $248 million, aiming for 3 million passengers annually.

Tariff negotiations show positive signs, stock market climbs to 3-year peak

Expectations of US-Vietnam trade negotiations and economic stimulus policies have paved the way for sustainable growth prospects.

Deputy PM urges relentless fight against counterfeit goods

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh has urged the continued fight against smuggling, trade fraud, and counterfeit goods, emphasizing a resolute approach to curb crime with a "no leniency" stance.

New general hospital with helipad inaugurated in Nam Dinh

Nam Dinh celebrates the grand opening of its 700-bed general hospital equipped with a helicopter landing pad and modern medical facilities.

Homes in Yen Bai submerged under 1 meter of floodwater after heavy rain

Prolonged downpours flood streets and damage infrastructure in Yen Bai ahead of national exams.

Massive scam ring busted, nearly 100 arrested in Vietnam and abroad

Vietnamese police dismantle a multinational fraud ring operating from Myanmar and the Philippines.

Vietnam narrows capital punishment, replacing it with life sentences

The National Assembly removes death penalty from key criminal offenses to align with global legal standards.

Gold Association: cosmetics, alcohol imports cost more dollars than gold

The Vietnam Gold Business Association, which has been lobbying for enterprises’ right to import gold, says there is no need to worry that gold imports will lead to ‘foreign currency bleeding’.

HIUP fake-milk scandal reveals shocking prices, earnings

The case has sent shockwaves through the public. Investigations uncovered numerous serious violations

Vietnam police bust luxury perfume counterfeiting ring, seize 10,000 bottles

Police in Ho Chi Minh City dismantled a massive fake perfume operation involving Chanel, Dior, and more.

Vietnam taps Halal market to boost agricultural exports

Vietnamese seafood processing and export enterprises are in the process of completing procedures and adopting necessary technologies to bring their products into the Halal market.

Vietnamese businesses head to global e-commerce

Thanks to digital platforms, Vietnamese businesses have reached more and more consumers worldwide.

Vietnam’s pho tron, rare beef with lime named among world’s best salads

Pho tron, nom (Vietnamese salad), and rare beef with lime (bo tai chanh) have been named among the world’s best mixed dishes, according to a new ranking by renowned culinary site Taste Atlas.

Vietnam in active trade talks to avoid US high tariff

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh says that Vietnam and the US are actively negotiating on tariffs, adding that "we will do everything possible to ensure the 46 percent tariff on Vietnamese goods does not materialize.”

Vietnamese authorities destroy over 2,100 weapons and devices

The Ha Nam provincial police have conducted the destruction of thousands of weapons, explosives, support tools, and fireworks, including 416 firearms.

Bomb joke lands Hanoi passenger a hefty fine

A Vietnamese man joked about carrying a bomb in his luggage, triggering airport security measures and earning a USD 160 fine.

Facebook groups vanish or renamed en masse in Vietnam

On June 24, administrators and members of several large Vietnamese Facebook groups were startled to find their communities had disappeared without a trace.