PM urges drastic measures to ensure power supply for peak period

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on April 23 signed a dispatch on implementing drastic, concerted and effective solutions to ensure the supply of electricity during the peak period of 2025 and the coming years.

Vietnam, Japan ink strategic oyster industry partnership

Under the MoU, the two parties will work together to develop a value chain for Vietnamese oysters that meets Japanese standards, targeting both domestic and export markets.

Gov't demands starting work on North – South high-speed railway by end of 2026

Recognising the scale and complexity of this project as unprecedented in Vietnam, the Government has directed relevant ministries, provincial authorities, and specialised agencies to urgently establish the necessary legal and procedural groundwork.

Vietnamese workers earn big by working through national holidays

Choosing to work during April 30 - May 1 holiday pays off, as many earn 3-4 times their usual wages.

Vietnam and US begin economic and trade negotiations

Vietnam and the U.S. have officially launched bilateral talks, aiming for balanced, mutually beneficial trade relations.

PM urges SYRE to invest in green, circular textile industry in Vietnam

The PM hailed SYRE’s plan to invest in the south-central province of Binh Dinh, calling it a wise choice given the locality’s favourable business environment and well-developed infrastructure, including an airport and deep-water seaport.

Vietnam wins gold at Southeast Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships

Vietnamese players on April 21 won a gold at the Southeast Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships in Indonesia.

Jail term of 6-7 years proposed for former deputy minister in solar energy case

A prison sentence of six to seven years was proposed for former Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Hoang Quoc Vuong for "abusing position and power while performing duties" in a solar power case.

Hanoi Medical University enforces dress code banning short skirts, ripped jeans

Students face point deductions and possible discipline for dress code violations.

Vietnam’s new industrial giants revealed after province mergers

Following the restructuring of provincial administrations, HCM City remains the nation's top exporter with nearly $99 billion in goods exports, while northern industrial hubs Bac Ninh and Hai Phong have risen to claim the second and third spots.

PM attends virtual summit on climate action

To effectively deal with these challenges, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted the need for a new global-scale, comprehensive and inclusive mindset and approach; and for higher determination, stronger efforts, and more drastic actions.

Coach Kim Sang Sik in search of trusted keeper for Vietnam’s national team

Coach Kim Sang Sik is urgently searching for a reliable goalkeeper for Vietnam’s national team as they prepare for the Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, including a crucial match against Malaysia this June.

Major prehistoric findings in Nghe An reveals ancient rituals

An archaeological team has made a significant discovery in the central province of Nghe An, providing new understandings of prehistoric coastal communities in the region.

Vietnam recalls 12 fake milk powders, urges caution over 72 others

The Ministry of Health has called for a review, inspection, and coordinated recall of 12 counterfeit milk powder products still on the market, linked to Rance Pharma International Pharmaceutical JSC and Hacofood Nutritional Pharmaceutical JSC.

Miss World Vietnam dazzles with bold acrobatics ahead of Miss World

Y Nhi wows audiences with a daring flip and heartfelt project as she sets off to represent Vietnam at Miss World 2025 in India.

Hunan tourism blitz in Hanoi brings Vietnam, China closer

In 2024, more than 3.7 million Chinese visitors traveled to Vietnam, a 114% jump from 2023. The first quarter of 2025 alone saw nearly 1.2 million Chinese visitors, up 78.3% from last year.

Two education icons honored for shaping post-war Ho Chi Minh City

Professors Tran Van Giau and Dang Luong Mo have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to the development of Ho Chi Minh City between 1975 and 2025, as part of a celebration honoring 60 distinguished individuals.

Special exhibition on national reunification opens in Hanoi

According to the organisers, the exhibition aims to deepen public understanding of the historic and contemporary value of the 1975 event, and inspire continued dedication to national development.

Vietnam university climbs to top 150 in Asia’s best list for 2025

Nine Vietnamese universities have been ranked among Asia’s best in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2025, with a surprising new name leading the national list by entering the top 150.

E-commerce shake-up as 38,000 shops vanish in Vietnam's Q1

In the first quarter of 2025, over 38,000 online shops on Vietnam’s major e-commerce platforms reported zero orders, signaling a growing divide between large-scale sellers and small vendors.

Hanoi jellyfish shop preserves a 100-year-old culinary treasure

At a modest Hanoi eatery, a century-old heirloom is key to the city's most talked-about seasonal specialty.

The pilot who flew above Saigon on Vietnam’s day of victory

Fifty years after the historic aerial parade, former pilot Nguyen Van Nghia returned to Bien Hoa Air Base and recalled the moment he led a roaring squadron of MiG-21 jets over Ho Chi Minh City on the day of victory.

Merged Lao Cai-Yen Bai province to become mountain tourism hub

Following a planned merger, a province in Northwest Vietnam is set to become a haven for mountaineering enthusiasts, thanks to its dramatic landscapes and collection of towering peaks.

An Giang to finalize UNESCO dossier for Oc Eo - Ba The by 2026

Oc Eo - Ba The was once a bustling urban centre, port city, and major economic and cultural hub of the ancient kingdom of Phu Nam.

Why Vietnam’s household businesses resist growth

Contributing 30% of GDP, household businesses are vital - yet legal burdens deter them from transitioning into enterprises.