Former HCM City experienced a remarkable increase in remittances in the second quarter of this year, with inflows jumping 22% year-over-year to nearly 2.82 billion USD, according to data from the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)'s Regional Branch No.2.

Vietnam is boosting comprehensive cooperation with France's Normandy region, a dynamic economic hub.

Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh on July 16 signed an official dispatch instructing ministries and localities to strictly implement the second round of the 2025 amnesty.

Vietnam’s military and police forces conducted a comprehensive joint rehearsal at National Military Training Centre No. 4 on July 17 in preparation for the grand celebration marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

From January 1, 2026, all petrol distributed across Vietnam must contain 10% ethanol, marking a pivotal milestone in the country’s shift toward green energy and its long-term carbon neutrality goals.

Cambodian authorities and the Vietnamese Embassy in the country on July 16 and 17 handed over 45 citizens, identified by Cambodia as illegal residents, to the Border Guard Station at the Moc Bai International Border Gate in Tay Ninh.

MMA tournaments have been organised regularly in many cities and provinces, but since the establishment of the Vietnam MMA Federation (VMMAF) in 2020, this is the first official national championship for clubs.

The Party Central Committee’s Politburo and Secretariat on July 17 considered and issued disciplinary measures against two incumbent and former officials for serious violations of the Party's regulations and the State's laws.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) will deploy monitoring measures and tools to assess the compliance of commercial banks in implementing requirements related to risk management, especially compliance with Basel III international banking standards,.

The top legislator will attend the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Switzerland, engage in bilateral activities there, and pay official visits to Morocco and Senegal from July 22 to 30.

According to the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, 140 Vietnamese citizens were temporarily detained by Cambodian authorities in Phnom Penh on July 14 due to suspected involvement in online scam activities.

This year's National Day celebration is an opportunity to express gratitude to international friends and progressive people around the world for their support and assistance, said Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang.

Amid rising air pollution levels, Vietnam rolls out urgent national plans for cleaner cities.

Vietnam and Azerbaijan have agreed on 17 potential cooperation areas with 58 specific activities for the 2025–2027 period, aiming to advance bilateral relations in a substantive, effective, and long-term manner.

All maritime claims by UNCLOS member states must be consistent with its provisions.

Industrial park developer Becamex IDC signed a cooperation agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), aiming to integrate international sustainability standards into the practical operations of its industrial parks in Vietnam.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for swift and humane action to resolve the 2,981 stalled projects that are tying up critical resources while speaking at a national conference in Hanoi on July 17.

FTSE Russell’s Global Head of Equity and Multi Asset Gerald Toledano praised Vietnam’s reform momentum, noting that its stock market, now the most liquid in ASEAN, has surpassed those of Thailand and Singapore.

Vinh Long province is home to 188 active foreign direct investment (FDI) projects from 24 countries, with a total registered capital of 5.74 billion USD, but none yet from Switzerland.

The trip was a valuable opportunity for the guests to explore the natural landscape and heritage value of the trans-provincial world natural heritage site, Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago.

Apartment prices in central HCM City have hit a record 600 million VND (23,500 USD) per sq.m, raising concerns over affordability and income disparity.

More than 86 million bank accounts that have not been biometrically authenticated or have been 'frozen' for a long time will be deleted starting September 1 to prevent fraud and cybercrime.

Anh expressed his support for this policy, asserting that it is a necessary reform for Vietnam to capitalise on domestic and international opportunities for growth.

Despite concerns over US tariff policies, foreign investors remain confident and continue to implement large-scale projects in Vietnam.

A sacred festival of gratitude, the Xo Dang new rice ceremony blends ritual, music, and community joy.