Prime Minister leads committee to advance nuclear power in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has been appointed to head a steering committee tasked with advancing Vietnam’s nuclear power initiatives, including the Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Project.

Vietnamese products dominate Tet market

With just over two weeks to the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival, made-in-Vietnam products are having a dominant presence at supermarkets and convenience stores across the country

Vietnam outlines strategy for breakthrough in science and technology

The government has introduced an action program under Resolution 57 to propel Vietnam’s science, technology, and digital transformation through two primary objectives and seven key initiatives.

Fine dust, heavy toll: The air crisis threatening Hanoi's future

Hanoi’s skies have been shrouded in haze, with air quality rankings labeling the city as one of the most polluted globally, a crisis demanding immediate attention.

Vietnam needs $701 billion to realize ‘net-zero’ plan

Vietnam has to overcom great challenges to mobilize $701 billion, the amount of capital needed to implement a net-zero plan.

6th grader competes with 9th graders, takes advance placement exam twice

Pham Hai Nam, a sixth-grade student, has made a remarkable impression by twice advancing to participate in academic contests initially designed for senior students.

Lottery ticket seller in HCM City feeds wild birds to ease loneliness

Regardless of profit or loss, every day a lottery ticket seller in HCM City reserves some money to buy food to ‘treat’ the birds as a way to find joy and ease his loneliness.

Vietnam’s ICT industry spreads its wings by going abroad

Many Vietnamese companies are no longer just doing assembly and outsourcing, but are developing valuable products with Vietnamese brands, leaving footprints on the world’s technology map.

Family members reunite in HCMC after 64 years, siblings speak three languages

Family members scattered apart for decades attended a reunion, with many speaking different languages - English, Chinese, or Vietnamese - but they were able to understand each other because they had similar questions about their biological parents.

Vietnam challenges Thailand in the race for India’s booming travel market

Vietnam experienced a 300% surge in Indian tourist arrivals in 2024 compared to pre-COVID-19 levels.

Water levels in Red River drop, uncovering Van Lang Bridge base

Severe drought conditions have caused the Red River’s water level to drop significantly, revealing the base of the Van Lang Bridge, a vital link between Hanoi and Phu Tho.

Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet ramp up capacity for Tet 2025

Lunar New Year (Tet) travel plans are being bolstered by Vietnamese airlines, with seven additional planes and hundreds of thousands of seats added to meet peak-season demand.

Prosecution calls for sentence reductions for two ex-Vietnam Register heads

At the appellate hearing, new mitigating circumstances - additional damage remediation - led the prosecutor to recommend sentence reductions for former Vietnam Register directors Tran Ky Hinh (by 2–3 years) and Dang Viet Ha (by 1–2 years).

Breaking through: Vietnam’s strategy for science and digital transformation

The Vietnamese government has launched a comprehensive plan to eliminate institutional barriers and foster science, technology, and innovation, embracing risks and promoting venture investments.

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to visit Vietnam in January

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin is set to visit Vietnam from January 14 to 15, 2025, following an invitation from Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Vietnam and Laos launch 3-hectare Friendship Park in Vientiane

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Sonexay Siphandone led the groundbreaking ceremony for the Laos-Vietnam Friendship Park, symbolizing decades of close ties between the two nations.

Over 15,700 food safety violations reported in Ho Chi Minh City in 2024

Ho Chi Minh City inspected over 15,700 food establishments in 2024, identifying safety violations in bottled water, ice, and seafood, but enforcement remains a challenge due to limited resources.

Danang invests VND 18 billion in vibrant floral and lighting Tet decorations

As part of its Lunar New Year (Tet) celebrations, Danang will feature snake mascots crafted by Dinh Van Tam, a Quang Tri artisan famed for his intricate zodiac designs.

Hoi An halts ticket sales for ancient town and villages during Lunar New Year

In celebration of Lunar New Year, Hoi An will temporarily suspend ticket sales for its ancient town and craft villages while hosting cultural events and festive activities.

Vietnam tackles high logistics costs with automation and smart hubs

High logistics costs remain a hurdle for Vietnam’s economy, but advanced solutions such as automated sorting hubs are paving the way for a more efficient future.

'Fixing up' Baby Three dolls helps HCM City girls earn big money

Riding the trend of collecting Baby Three dolls popular among youth, many people are earning millions of Vietnamese dong each day by offering services to fix the dolls' squint eyes.

Prostitution disguised as 'sponsorship' contracts raises alarms in Vietnam

Prostitution in Vietnam is taking increasingly covert forms, hidden behind sponsorship contracts and tourism packages, presenting a growing challenge for authorities.

Next naturalized player could debut for Vietnam in Asian Cup qualifiers

Jason Quang Vinh Pendant, a French-Vietnamese footballer, is nearing naturalization and is expected to join the Vietnamese national team ahead of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.

Public participation in traffic safety rises with reporting initiative via Zalo

Ho Chi Minh City’s traffic police have reported notable improvements in compliance with traffic laws following the implementation of Decree 168, with increased fines and reduced violations.

Vietnam considers joining BRICS based on alignment with foreign policy

Vietnam is evaluating potential BRICS membership to ensure compatibility with its foreign policy goals and national capacities, according to a Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson.