Vietnam Expo 2025 strengthens Vietnam-Hong Kong trade ties

With bilateral trade soaring over 30%, Vietnam Expo 2025 is the platform turning figures into cross-border business success.

Many singers have had to cancel shows due to poor ticket sales

From Ha Tran and Duc Phuc to Lan Nha, many singers have had to announce show cancellations. A communications expert has advised artists to learn how My Tam and Ha Anh Tuan organize their concerts.

North-South high-speed rail: condition for national competitiveness

When the National Assembly approved the investment policy for the North-South high-speed railway at the end of November 2024, it marked a shift in development thinking.

Trillions of dong stuck because of VAT procedures, ministry to amend law

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has submitted a draft to amend and supplement the Value Added Tax (VAT) Law to remove bottlenecks in tax refunds, helping to unblock capital flow for businesses.

Clear roadmap needed for ban of gasoline motorbikes in Hanoi’s Belt 1 zone

Hanoi will ban gasoline motorbikes during certain hours in designated areas within Belt Road 1 starting from July 1, 2026. For app-based commercial motorbikes, operation will be prohibited in this zone at all times.

Dengue risk for adults dismissed: experts urge vaccine, vigilance

Doctors warn that the belief “only children get dengue fever, adults do not” is a dangerous misconception. In reality, all ages face equal risk of infection, and the disease can lead to life-threatening complications.

Turning point for national biology Olympics student to computer science major

Born in 2006, now a second-year student majoring in Data Science - Computer Science at Swinburne University, Doan Gia Han steps into her 19th year with a spiral of efforts, changes, and growth.

Farewell to a legend: iPhone SE (2016) now deemed obsolete by Apple

Apple discontinues all hardware support for the beloved iPhone SE after nearly 10 years in service.

VN to launch free trade zones in 2026, starting with Da Nang, Hai Phong, HCMC

The Prime Minister pushes forward pilot plans for free trade zones as strategic economic engines for the country’s future.

K+ shuts down after 16 years, reshaping Vietnam’s TV landscape

After dominating the Premier League broadcasting scene, K+ bows out amid mounting debt and the rise of OTT.

Southern Vietnam’s university admissions face record 172% virtual rate

More than 1.59 million applications were processed in 2025, with a virtual rate nearly doubling from the previous year.

Vietnam tops Southeast Asia in primary school math and reading scores

Vietnamese fifth graders achieved the highest scores in math and reading among seven ASEAN countries, according to the SEA-PLM 2024 assessment.

Key volleyball player withdraws from SEA Games 33, team adjusts goals

Middle blocker Nguyen Thi Trinh withdraws due to health reasons, opening the door for rising star Le Nhu Anh.

Vietnam military plans new forces, modern weapons to meet 2026 goals

On December 4, the 15th meeting of the Central Military Commission for the 2020–2025 term continued its agenda under the chairmanship of General Phan Van Giang, Minister of National Defense.

Vietnam’s durian industry sets historic milestone with USD 3.34 billion

In just the first 10 months of 2025, Vietnam’s durian exports reached nearly USD 3.34 billion, officially surpassing the full-year figure of USD 3.2 billion in 2024 and setting a new all-time high.

Proposed leadership shift for minority program sparks debate in NA

Lawmakers push for the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs to lead a major national program supporting ethnic minorities and mountainous regions.

FIFA to unveil World Cup 2026 matchups in global gala

The draw for the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup takes place tonight in Washington, launching the 2026 tournament with 48 teams and 104 matches.

Vietnam spends nearly USD 625 million to plant 1.4 billion trees

Over the past five years, ministries, provinces, organizations, and individuals across Vietnam have planted 1.4 billion trees. The total funding mobilized for this massive effort amounted to nearly 15,300 billion VND (approximately USD 625 million).

Lam Dong residents climb rooftops, flee rising floodwaters overnight

Water rose rapidly across Lam Dong on the night of December 4, prompting emergency evacuations and rescue operations.

Ly Hoang Nam shocks world No.2 at PPA Asia Pickleball Open in China

Ly Hoang Nam delivered a stunning upset in Hangzhou, China, defeating world No.2 Federico Staksrud to reach the men’s singles final of the PPA Asia Pickleball Open 2025.

Biometric fare gates and digital ID go live on Hanoi’s metro

On the morning of December 5, Hanoi officially launched a biometric identification, digital ID, and cashless payment system on the Cat Linh–Ha Dong urban railway (line 2A).

Vietnam women’s volleyball team offered huge bonus ahead of SEA Games

Vietnam’s women’s national volleyball team has received a major morale boost ahead of the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand, with a substantial bonus promised for bringing home the gold medal.

Bamboo Airways pins revival hopes on fleet growth and financial overhaul

Bamboo Airways plans to receive new aircraft in December 2025 as part of a strategy to restore its former market position.

Prenn Pass reopens with time restrictions following landslide in Da Lat

Prenn Pass, a key gateway into Da Lat, has partially reopened under time restrictions following a recent landslide.

Deadly fire engulfs Saigon eatery, killing four including two children

A deadly fire broke out at around 4 a.m. on December 5 at a restaurant on Tran Hung Dao Street, in Cau Ong Lanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.