Vietnam welcomed 8.8 million international visitors in the first four months of 2026, the highest figure ever recorded for this period, reflecting a surge in global travel demand.

A sugar factory in Nghe An has suffered a serious incident during a storm, with an estimated 2,000 tonnes of molasses spilling into the surrounding area.

Vietnam draws US$18.24 billion in FDI in the first four months of 2026, up 32 percent year-on-year, led by Thai Nguyen and Nghe An.

The Miss Vietnam 2026 competition, organized by Tien Phong Newspaper, marks a major shift in its 38-year history as it introduces a comprehensive digital platform to operate the entire event lifecycle.

When fuel prices surged, the cost of everything from tofu, sticky rice, and pho to coffee rose in tandem. Now that fuel prices have dropped sharply from their peak, many vendors are still ignoring calls to cut prices.

Bank profits are reaching $9-10 billion annually, while businesses are still struggling to access loans. The question is how these profits are being shared with the economy.

Once near “write-off” at $1, the Dai Hung oil field has been revived to become one of the flagship projects of Vietnam’s oil and gas industry, thanks to a shift from dependence to technological mastery and innovation.

Two national valedictorians in groups D01 and D04 in the 2022 high school exam have graduated early from Foreign Trade University (FTU) after 3.5 years with high distinction degrees.

As Vietnam marks 80 years of ethnic affairs governance, new approaches emphasize empowerment, long-term growth, and the central role of communities.

Behind the decline of street crime in Ho Chi Minh City lies a fundamental shift in security management thinking - treating every theft and robbery as a serious criminal case and targeting drug-related roots.

A brief decree signed in 1946 has guided Vietnam’s long journey of unity, shaping policies that continue to bind the nation’s diverse communities.

Samsung is accelerating development of its next flagship lineup, with the Galaxy S27 Pro shaping up as a compelling alternative to the Ultra model.

Hanoi is considering a proposal to restrict gasoline-powered ride-hailing motorbikes and delivery drivers from operating within designated low-emission zones, as part of efforts to reduce urban air pollution.

As part of her official visit to Vietnam, Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered a major policy speech on the afternoon of May 2 at Vietnam National University in Hanoi.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attended a state banquet hosted by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on the evening of May 2, where she delighted guests by trying her hand at traditional Vietnamese drums.

A proposed FCC regulation could reshape device certification, forcing Apple to rethink how iPhones are tested and sold in the US market.

Vietnam introduces sweeping financial and tax adjustments, reshaping compliance rules while closing loopholes in high-value transactions.

After more than a day of searching, local authorities have recovered the body of a Korean national who went missing while paddleboarding on Da Den Lake in Ho Chi Minh City.

A sudden wave of extreme weather swept across northern Vietnam, leaving widespread damage, injuries, and growing concerns over further storms.

Pensions do not necessarily need to increase equally for all groups, and policies should prioritize those with low benefit levels to narrow the gap.

Prof Nguyen Tien Thao, director of the Higher Education Department, said it is necessary to build a system for the early discovery and nurturing of talent, from high school through university and post-graduate levels.

Vietnam needs a massive amount of capital - $136 billion  - for electricity power to develop its energy system over the next five years, as shown in the eighth national power development plan (Plan 8).

The Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Natural Sciences, HCMC (VNU-HCM) has long been regarded as the leading mathematics training cradle in the south, having produced many prestigious mathematicians.

“Digital Village” is the method that the high-mountain commune of Bat Xat, Lao Cai province, is implementing to bring public administrative services closer to the people, thereby improving governance efficiency and safeguarding people’s rights.

With beautiful landscapes and favourable weather, many destinations across Vietnam become especially appealing in May, offering immersive nature experiences at reasonable costs without the peak-season crowds.