Two Vietnamese MMA fighters to compete in Asian Games 20

Vietnam has two slots in mixed martial arts (MMA) at the 20th Asian Games, which will begin in September in Japan.

Former ACV Deputy General Director expelled from Party over serious violations

The Party Central Committee’s Inspection Commission has decided to expel Do Tat Binh, former member of the Standing Board of the Party Committee and former Deputy General Director of the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), from the Party.

Population Law expands support tailored to different groups

By addressing the specific needs of different population groups, the new law lays a stronger foundation for sustainable population development, higher-quality human resources and improved quality of life.

Vietnam shapes AI ecosystem following 18-month implementation of Resolution 57

Eighteen months after the launch of Resolution 57, a national AI ecosystem is gradually taking shape, bringing together institutions, data resources, computing infrastructure, technology enterprises, human resources and application markets.

Vietnam-Israel trade set to approach 4 billion USD

Economic and trade relations between Vietnam and Israel continued their positive momentum in the first half of 2026, driven by strong growth in Vietnamese exports and the effective implementation of the Vietnam-Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA).

Government specifies new personal income tax deductions

The Government has issued a decree to specify new expenses eligible for deductions from pre-tax salary under the amended Law on Personal Income Tax, which took effect on July 1.

GAM Esports to represent Vietnam at Esports World Cup 2026

Vietnam's GAM Esports will represent the country at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026, competing in League of Legends and PUBG: Battlegrounds.

Young filmmakers bring Vietnam closer to European audiences

The final leg of Viet Culture in Motion, an international short documentary film festival dedicated to Vietnamese culture, ended on July 5 at Cinema Aventure in central Brussels, Belgium.

Manufacturing remains key driver of Vietnam’s economic growth in H1: NSO

Vietnam's industrial production maintained strong momentum in the second quarter and the first six months of 2026, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) posting its fastest first-half growth since 2019.

Da Nang's centuries-old craft villages enrich visitor experiences

Da Nang is home to nearly 70 craft villages and traditional craft villages, along with around 3,000 craft establishments; many of these have become popular tourist attractions.

Three strategic technology products expected to deliver breakthroughs in 2026

With strong leadership from the Party and the State, together with the determination of ministries, sectors, and localities, Vietnam will achieve important initial milestones in strategic technology development within this year

Vietnam seeks stronger domestic manufacturing to sustain export growth

Vietnam’s exports ballooned more than 20% in the first half, driving total trade toward the 550 billion USD threshold. Yet, the trade balance swung to a deficit exceeding 16.65 billion USD after a multi-year run of surpluses.

Free-entry date palm farm draws visitors in Vietnam's Mekong Delta

A 32-year-old entrepreneur in Vietnam's Mekong Delta has transformed a 6,800-square-meter date palm farm into a popular eco-tourism destination, where visitors can enter free of charge and harvest ripe fruit straight from the trees.

National advantage must come before local infrastructure dreams

As Vietnam accelerates infrastructure investment, the challenge is no longer what to build, but where each project fits within the country's broader development strategy.

After 50 years, an 85-year-old still searches for his brother

After more than five decades searching for his younger brother's grave, an 85-year-old man in Vietnam is hoping a nationwide DNA campaign will finally bring him home.

Galaxy S27 Ultra leak hints at Samsung's biggest battery upgrade

Samsung is reportedly testing a much larger battery for the Galaxy S27 Ultra, even as the company delays adopting silicon-carbon battery technology.

Inside Hue's 425-year-old Thien Mu Pagoda, home to two national treasures

Overlooking the Perfume River for more than four centuries, Thien Mu Pagoda is one of Vietnam's most celebrated Buddhist landmarks and home to two National Treasures.

iPhone 18 Pro Max could rival 7,000mAh Android phones

Apple may be preparing one of the biggest battery upgrades in iPhone history with the rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max, but instead of joining the race toward 7,000mAh batteries, the company appears to be betting on efficiency over capacity.

Resolution 57 sparks sweeping changes across Vietnam's technology landscape

More than a year after Vietnam began implementing Resolution 57, new innovation models are emerging nationwide while long-standing institutional barriers are being removed, creating momentum for science, technology and digital transformation.

Hanoi clears detailed plan for US$420 million horse racing project

A 125-hectare horse racing and leisure complex in Hanoi has taken a major step forward after local authorities approved its 1:500 detailed planning scheme.

12 charged in Vietnam holiday contract scam worth $34.4 million

Ho Chi Minh City police say they have frozen assets worth nearly US$5 million while investigating an alleged US$34.4 million vacation contract scam.

Vietnam faces surplus of more than 415,000 men of marriageable age, report warns

A new official report warns Vietnam's shortage of women of marriageable age will continue to grow, peaking at around 1.3 million by 2049.

Viet Huong wins Best Actress again at DANAFF 2026

Actress Viet Huong won Best Actress for the second consecutive year at the 2026 Da Nang Asian Film Festival, while blockbuster Red Rain secured only one award despite multiple expectations.

Vietnam names tech entrepreneur Pham Hoang Thu Uyen for Miss Earth 2026

Pham Hoang Thu Uyen, a 28-year-old entrepreneur widely known as the "Tech Beauty Queen," has been selected to represent the country at Miss Earth 2026, with the international pageant scheduled to take place in the Philippines this November.

Veteran actress Kieu Chinh honored for 70 years in film

Veteran actress Kieu Chinh has been presented with a commemorative award by the Motion Picture Association (MPA) in recognition of her nearly 70-year career and her role in fostering connections between Vietnamese cinema and Hollywood.