Vietnam, Russia celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties in Far East

The Vietnamese Consulate General in Vladivostok, Russia held a ceremony on February 21 to mark the 75th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (January 30).

Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian PMs meet in HCM City

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Cambodian PM Hun Manet, and Lao PM Sonexay Siphandone reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening coordination in ensuring national security, national constsruction and development.

Young startup turns technology into competitive weapon

Starting a tech business is always challenging, but it offers young entrepreneurs the chance to create bold and inspiring stories.

Ministry of Education and Training wants no extra tutoring lessons at schools

Though most students are rated good or excellent in Vietnam's educational system, they still attend extra classes outside school hours.

Air, odour pollution from industrial emissions persist in HCM City

Air and odour pollution from industrial emissions in industrial parks (IPs) and export processing zones (EPZs) in HCM City is a persistent problem, according to the city Export Processing and Industrial Zones Authority (HEPZA).

13 security vulnerabilities need immediate repair to reduce risk of cyberattacks

Along with the warning about 13 new security vulnerabilities in Microsoft products, the Authority of Information Security has recommended that agencies and businesses examine their systems to detect problems to minimize the risk of cyberattacks.

Resettlement housing left to rot amid rising property prices

In Hanoi and HCM City, nearly 18,000 resettlement apartments remain vacant or are being used inefficiently, leading to the decay of entire infrastructure systems.

Can Vietnam’s LEO satellite initiative transform its digital landscape?

The National Assembly has approved a pilot program for LEO satellite telecommunications, allowing foreign investments while ensuring national security.

HCM City strengthens regulation of villa management, use

HCM City has established a comprehensive framework for the management of villas, aimed at ensuring efficient and sustainable utilisation of this valuable asset.

Vietnam’s Cha Ca La Vong earns top spot in Asia’s seafood rankings

In its latest list of 100 best seafood dishes in Asia, Taste Atlas ranked Cha Ca La Vong third, celebrating its fragrant grilled fish, aromatic herbs, and signature fermented shrimp sauce.

Cases of parasitic diseases increase with lack of public vigilance

Soil-transmitted worm diseases have decreased recently, but parasitic diseases are on the rise, such as dog and cat roundworms, large and small liver flukes and pork and beef tapeworms.

Tran Thanh’s films thrive at home but face obstacles in global markets

While Tran Thanh’s films break records in Vietnam, their performance overseas remains modest. Cultural differences, language barriers, and marketing challenges have made it difficult for these productions to gain traction internationally.

Public investment a driving force for the economy this year

As of January 31, ministries, sectors and localities had allocated VNĐ741.1 trillion, reaching 89.7 per cent of the plan.

Rare red-leafed tree in Lam Dong draws visitors from across Vietnam

A striking red-leafed tree in Bao Lam, Lam Dong, has become a social media sensation, with travelers journeying long distances to witness its fleeting beauty.

Large banks step up foreign capital attraction

Experts forecast that this year, banks will race to increase their charter capital in order to improve capital adequacy ratios and meet the capital needs for high credit growth.

Realising circular economy to achieve sustainable development goals

VN considers the implementation of the circular economy an interdisciplinary task and a shared responsibility of society, requiring the involvement of all levels of government, ministries, local authorities, organisations, and individuals.

‘Silicon Island’ of Japan looks to Vietnam for semiconductor talent

Japan’s semiconductor hub, Kyushu, is eyeing Vietnam as a strategic partner in workforce development and industry collaboration.

Da Nang to host international fireworks festival in June

Themed “Danang – The New Rising Era,” the festival, which will take place from May 31 to July 12, is expected to be the most intense competition yet, bringing together top-tier teams from the world's leading fireworks hubs.

Businesses rush to recruit workers, labor market expected to warm up

Enterprises, which have connected with local authorities to run large recruitment campaigns, are offering salaries of up to VND40 million a month.

Ministry of Finance proposes VND 102 trillion tax payment extension for 2025

To support businesses and individuals, the Ministry of Finance is proposing an extension on VAT, corporate and personal income tax, and land rent payments, totaling nearly VND 102 trillion.

Banks set for aggressive bond issuance in 2025 to fuel growth

VNDirect estimated that the total value of privately placed corporate bonds maturing in 2025 will reach about 203 trillion VND (8 billion USD), reflecting an 8.5% increase from the previous year.

Eggs are super expensive in the US, but cheap in Vietnam

Eggs are becoming increasingly expensive in the US but are cheap in Vietnam, which produces about 20 billion eggs a year.

Betta fish breeding: A young entrepreneur’s journey to success

Starting with just 5 million VND, Vo Thanh Hai turned his passion for betta fish into a profitable business and award-winning farm.

Business regulations need to be trimmed for development of enterprises

To meet the ambitious economic growth target of 8 per cent or more in 2025, experts emphasise the need to reduce business regulations and eliminate procedural barriers that hinder operations.

Vietnam’s semiconductor industry at a historic turning point

With government backing and growing investment, Vietnam aims to train 50,000 engineers and expand its role in the global semiconductor supply chain.