The average export price of Vietnamese coffee to the UK increased by 68.4% in 2024, reflecting the positive impact of the UKVFTA and Vietnam’s growing global reputation.

With a growth rate of 7% in 2024, Vietnam exceeded expectations and now aims for even greater economic strides in the years ahead, according to Minister Nguyen Chi Dung.

Vietnamese cuisine’s bold and unique flavors captivated an Australian singer during his first encounter with fermented shrimp paste and pickled eggplant.

The Ministry of Public Security reported substantial progress in combating corruption and safeguarding national security in 2024, including prosecuting numerous high-ranking officials.

The adjusted land price list will be applied until the end of 2025, with price levels 2-6 times higher than the old land price list. The highest price level is VND695.3 million per sq m, applied to Le Thai To, Hang Ngang and Hang Dao.

Dr Du Thi Ngoc Thu hopes that health insurance will cover 100 percent of costs for organ transplantation and that the patients are given favorable conditions to get jobs after the transplant surgery.

Going through many hardships and thinking of shifting to another business, the man from Long Thuong still decided to continue work as a bronze-casting craftsman, vowing to preserve the traditional craft at any cost.

Nguyen Thi Hong Hanh, 74, the teacher, said she runs the bakery class to say thanks to her life which has given her happiness.

The scene of a man with white hair and beard, leaning against a stick and walking on a street with a duck, has become familiar to local residents in Pham Dinh Ho for several months.

Vietnamese chefs and locals have shown their creativity by developing different versions of pho, each of which has a special taste.

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is preparing for record travel during the Lunar New Year, with daily passenger numbers expected to reach 130,000 and 820 flights scheduled during the peak period.

The first metro line in Ho Chi Minh City, Metro Line 1, carried 394,967 passengers during its initial free trial period, offering 797 train trips from December 22 to 25.

Vietnamese police have seized additional assets linked to TikToker Pho Duc Nam (Mr. Pips), including 18 properties and $500,000 overseas, raising the total recovered to 5,300 billion VND ($217 million).

The latest cold spell in Vietnam will bring severe cold to northern regions, heavy rains to central provinces, and challenging conditions for maritime activities through early 2025.

A Vietnam Airlines flight from Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City made an emergency landing in Taiwan on December 27 to save a passenger facing a critical health issue.

Seven Sarus cranes, a vulnerable species known for their striking red crowns, have returned to Tram Chim National Park in Dong Thap province, a rare and hopeful event.

In 2024, the Vietnamese music scene is alive with creativity and talent, with a few songwriters making remarkable contributions that captivated audiences nationwide.

With 6,406 staff but only 25% holding doctoral degrees, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City is striving to transform its academic landscape through ambitious recruitment and development programs.

Ho Chi Minh City’s newly launched Metro Line 1 faced its first major disruption when a signal failure caused an unexpected halt, leaving passengers bewildered.

Singapore’s 0-2 loss to Vietnam in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup semifinals extended their winless streak against Vietnam to 26 years, leaving fans and media deeply disappointed.

The second leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup semifinal between Vietnam and Singapore has sparked massive demand, with tickets selling out in just three hours after overnight queues.

The global culinary spotlight has turned to Vietnam, with Hanoi and Hue earning places among the top 50 cities for cuisine in Taste Atlas' prestigious list.

Vietnam's economy is set for rapid growth, with projections indicating it could surpass Singapore in GDP by 2029 and achieve upper-middle-income status as early as 2025.

From the bustling streets of Cabramatta to the heart of Paris, Vietnamese pho has become a global phenomenon, offering authentic flavors and cultural richness to diners everywhere.

Associate Professor, Dr. Bui Hoai Son believes that the institutional regime, infrastructure, and people are the most important factors to develop sustainable culture. This includes attracting international stars to HCM City.