Hanoi student reunites with peacekeeping mother in South Sudan via surprise call

During a Tet celebration program, a Hanoi student was given a surprise reunion with her mother, a peacekeeping physician in South Sudan, highlighting the sacrifices made by families of national heroes.

Discover bun bung: Thai Binh’s flavorful noodle soup with a twist

Crafted from simple yet distinctive ingredients, bun bung from Thai Binh is a flavorful noodle soup that showcases the province’s culinary heritage.

Hang Bang Canal revitalized, bringing joy to HCM City residents

Residents of District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, are celebrating the revitalization of the Hang Bang Canal, which has turned a polluted waterway into a vibrant community space.

Moving from manual to digital: A new era for Vietnam's traffic police

Vietnam's traffic police are undergoing a major transformation, moving from manual operations to advanced technology to restore traffic discipline under the new Traffic Safety Law and Decree 168.

Hai Phong unveils $40 billion coastal economic zone

Hai Phong has officially launched its 20,000-hectare Southern Coastal Economic Zone, a multi-sector hub expected to attract $40 billion in investment and establish the city as a global maritime and logistics leader.

Two billionaires pledge to make Binh Dinh a luxury tourism hotspot

Two international billionaires have announced plans to transform Binh Dinh into a world-class hub for luxury tourism, blending yacht culture and elite experiences.

Tet 2025 travel begins: Tan Son Nhat brims with passengers

Although the Lunar New Year (Tet) travel peak officially begins next week, Tan Son Nhat Airport is already bustling with passengers eager to start their Tet journeys.

Northeast monsoon impacts Tet weather: Drizzle in the North, dry in the South

With Tet (Lunar New Year) 2025 around the corner, meteorologists forecast contrasting weather across Vietnam: cold and damp in the North, while the South enjoys sunny, pleasant conditions.

Weather and technical factors lead to emergency stops for HCM City Metro

In its first month of operation, the Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien Metro Line 1 encountered several technical and weather-related challenges, leading to emergency stops to ensure passenger safety.

VPBank and HDBank take full ownership of GPBank and DongA Bank

Vietnam's State Bank has completed the mandatory transfer of GPBank and DongA Bank to VPBank and HDBank to ensure financial stability and improve banking operations.

Vietnam - US relations: 30 years of transformation and comprehensive growth

The US Embassy in Vietnam recently released a video featuring Ambassador Marc Knapper and US Consul General Susan Burns highlighting the Vietnam - US collaboration as the two nations celebrate 30 years of diplomatic relations.

Exhibition showcases 66 masterpieces of Vietnam's revolutionary history

On January 17, the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum opened the exhibition "95 Springs of the Party," commemorating the 95th anniversary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and welcoming the Lunar New Year of the Snake.

Feng shui expert reveals best times for Kitchen Gods ceremony in 2025

The Kitchen Gods ceremony, held on the 23rd day of the last lunar month, is a time-honored tradition where families bid farewell to the deities as they ascend to heaven.

Lai Thieu’s Tet piggy banks: From zodiac tradition to modern trends

The Year of the Snake sees a creative twist in Lai Thieu, where piggy bank artisans are avoiding snake motifs, instead crafting trendy designs that resonate with modern consumers.

Hanoi, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City recognized as global travel hotspots

Vietnam’s vibrant cities Hanoi, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City have made their mark in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards, earning spots among the world’s top destinations.

American fruits dominate Vietnam’s Tet market with record imports

The U.S. has overtaken China as Vietnam’s largest supplier of fruits and vegetables during the Tet (Lunar New Year) season, with imports reaching a record $123.7 million in December 2024.

Viettel calls for bold investment mechanisms to drive tech breakthroughs

Viettel Chairman Tao Duc Thang has called for special mechanisms to empower Vietnamese enterprises to invest in high-risk R&D projects, arguing that such initiatives could spark breakthroughs in strategic industries.

Xuan Son’s injury sets the stage for a heated Golden Boot race in V-League

The absence of V-League’s record-breaking scorer Xuan Son has opened up the Golden Boot competition, creating a more thrilling season for fans and players alike.

HCMC battles ‘suffocating’ traffic congestion amid new traffic law enforcement

The implementation of Decree 168 has brought discipline to Ho Chi Minh City’s traffic, but it has also unveiled new challenges, including severe congestion, signaling issues, and overburdened infrastructure.

Vietnam and Poland explore upgrading relations to a strategic partnership

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk have agreed to consider upgrading Vietnam-Poland relations to a strategic partnership, marking a new chapter in their 75-year-long friendship.

Discover the best of ASEAN furniture at VIFA ASEAN 2025

The 3rd Vietnam ASEAN International Furniture and Home Accessories Fair, VIFA ASEAN 2025, will connect Southeast Asia’s furniture industry to global buyers in Ho Chi Minh City this August.

Party General Secretary’s spouse and diplomats bond over Tet traditions

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, wife of Party General Secretary To Lam, joined female ambassadors and diplomats in experiencing Vietnamese Tet traditions, including the art of making banh chung, during a cultural event in Hanoi.

Thai and Japanese investors acquire key stakes in Vietnam’s industries

As Vietnam’s stock market struggles to gain momentum, foreign billionaires, particularly from Thailand and Japan, are seizing opportunities to acquire stakes in leading companies across strategic sectors.

Prime Minister orders investigation into real estate speculation and price hikes

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed a comprehensive crackdown on property speculation and price manipulation to stabilize Vietnam’s real estate market.

Advertising goldmine: Tao Quan commands $26,500 for 30 seconds

A must-watch Tet tradition, Tao Quan not only captivates audiences but also secures record-breaking ad revenues for VTV.