General Secretary To Lam hosted a meeting with 200 artists and cultural representatives, emphasizing the Party’s support for creativity and unity in the arts.

The deaths of a British woman and a South African man at a villa in Hoi An are under investigation, with no initial signs of physical trauma found.

Recent deadly plane crashes in South Korea and Kazakhstan have prompted Vietnam’s Aviation Authority to implement stricter safety protocols, especially near airport zones.

The New Year’s Eve in Ho Chi Minh City promises to be spectacular, with three fireworks displays and city-wide festivities marking the arrival of 2025.

US Ambassador Marc Knapper delivered a New Year message in Vietnamese, celebrating the achievements of 2024 and expressing optimism for the future of Vietnam-US relations.

The capital city of Hanoi is set to welcome the New Year 2025 with spectacular firework displays at five locations and 30 venues for the Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival.

More than 2,300 pieces of bronze drum moulds were collected during a recent excavation of the Luy Lau ancient citadel in the northern province of Bac Ninh.

The direct export of Vietnamese goods through various foreign distribution systems not only helps producers increase profits but also provides Vietnamese products an opportunity to be exported under their own brands.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has decided to review new exporters involved in the application of measures against trade remedy circumvention for certain sugar products, its Trade Remedies Authority (Trav) said.

National-flag carrier Vietnam Airlines is set to elevate travel experience for passengers with the launch of premium economy class across its entire domestic flight network from January 14, 2025.

The General Department of Vietnam Customs and the Republic of Korea (RoK) Customs Service have signed a mutual recognition agreement (MRA) on authorised economic operator (AEO).

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee has issued a resolution on Vietnam’s environmental protection tax rates for petrol, oil, and lubricants in 2025, keeping in effect a tax cut introduced to support the economy post pandemic.

The supply of social housing in Vietnam is anticipated to increase significantly next year, driven by preferential policies and the Ministry of Construction’s (MoC) efforts to address obstacles hindering related projects, according to experts.

Ho Chi Minh City, boasting a vibrant cultural landscape and dynamic film industry, stands at a crossroads to transform itself into a regional and international film hub.

Southern Binh Duong province has attracted more than 2 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2024, exceeding the set target, continuing to reinforce its position as one of the country’s best performers in FDI attraction.

The research aims to develop an AI system for forecasting tropical cyclones with a focus on extending those forecasts up to three days in advance.

A bulk carrier with the capacity of 65,000 deadweight tonnage (DWT), the largest ever built by a Vietnamese company, has completed sea trials and is ready to start operations from the northern port city of Hai Phong.

A short video promoting Vetnam’s tourism has been officially released on the US Cable News Network (CNN), the Tourism Information Technology Centre under the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism announced on December 27.

Fiscal policy remains a cornerstone for sustaining macroeconomic stability, promoting growth, and ensuring sustainable development.

According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Vietnam currently boasts over 200,000 hectares of coconut cultivation.

Hanoi is gearing up for its annual “Welcome 2025” cultural and sports extravaganza, promising an electrifying showcase of music and athleticism at iconic Hoan Kiem Lake and Thien Quang Lake.

The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Department of Transport of the northern province of Thai Nguyen and Vietnam Railway Corporation on December 28 launched the trial run of a Hanoi-Thai Nguyen tourism train.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to convert its public bus network to electric and green energy vehicles by 2030, with 100% of new bus routes opened from 2025 using electricity.

Hanoi plans to create 169,000 new jobs in 2025, reduce urban unemployment rate to below 3%, and increase the proportion of trained workers to 75%, according to the municipal People’s Committee.

The central coastal city of Da Nang is set to launch an array of new tourism offerings in 2025, including cultural festivals, upgraded attractions, and enhanced coastal amenities, as it aims for more ambitious tourism targets in the year.