Shares of DIG Corp plunge, its founding family exits

DIC Corp, a major real estate developer with a large land bank whose name is closely associated with late chairman Nguyen Thien Tuan, had shares once regarded as “super stocks” and “national stocks.”

Po Co River tells a story of enduring Vietnam-Cambodia friendship

The Po Co River is more than a natural boundary. It is a witness to courage, humanitarian support and a friendship between Vietnam and Cambodia that continues across generations.

Farmer brings South Korean grape know-how home to Thanh Hoa

After five years working at a South Korean vineyard, Nguyen Huu Huan returned to Vietnam with grape varieties, farming know-how and a plan to build his own high-tech farm.

iPhone 18 Pro Max: Biggest leaks ahead of Apple’s September event

Apple's September launch event is drawing near, and attention is focused on the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. While nothing is official yet, a growing number of credible leaks have painted a clearer picture of what to expect.

Hanoi pilots digital consumer protection, e-commerce assurance scheme

Hanoi is set to pilot a digital consumer protection and e-commerce assurance scheme aimed at creating a transparent, secure and traceable online shopping environment.

Vietnam rolls out national child protection programme through 2030

The programme seeks to reduce child abuse nationwide and provide timely protection and comprehensive support for child victims of violence, sexual abuse and illegal child labour, children at risk of violence, exploitation and neglect.

Hanoi welcomes over 21 million visitors in first seven months

Hanoi has welcomed more than 21.16 million visitors in the first seven months of 2026, up 15% year-on-year, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

Experts urge balanced AI adoption in cultural industries

As Vietnam identifies cultural industries as a new driver of economic growth and national branding, AI is expected to play an increasingly important role in strengthening their competitiveness.

VN shifts from developing marine economy to building strong sea-based nation

Vietnam is set to fundamentally transform its approach to maritime development, shifting from a focus on the marine economy to the broader goal of becoming a strong maritime nation under a new Party resolution.

Vietnam enhances digital capabilities for peacekeepers

Vietnam is stepping up efforts to equip its UN peacekeepers with digital skills as rapid advances in digital transformation and AI reshape peacekeeping operations and mission environments, heard an international workshop in Hanoi on July 28.

Finance Ministry, World Bank prepare 2026–2030 lending project pipeline

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the World Bank (WB) have agreed to develop a pipeline of WB-funded projects for the 2026–2030 period, with a focus on improving public investment efficiency while ensuring public debt sustainability.

Integrated tourism strategy draws more visitors to Ho Chi Minh City

HCM City is leveraging its expanded administrative boundaries to roll out integrated tourism products that blend diverse experiences with promotional campaigns.

Party resolution sets roadmap for renewing national development model

Under the new development model, Vietnam will be self-reliant, innovative, humane, sustainable and globally integrated, with people at the heart of development.

Experts see future for mobile-based graduation exams in Vietnam

Vietnam's proposed shift to computer-based graduation exams could pave the way for more flexible testing schedules and future exams delivered on personal devices.

Moscow museum bridges Vietnam-Russia cultural exchange

Located in the heart of Moscow, the State Museum of Oriental Art is not only a repository of the artistic treasures of Asia but also a unique cultural space where the essence of Vietnamese culture is preserved and introduced to the Russian public.

Australia Corner opens new cooperation opportunities for Mekong Delta

The Australia Corner was officially launched at Can Tho University on July 29, creating a new platform to strengthen cooperation between Vietnam and Australia in education, research and climate change adaptation.

Vietnam, Albania sign labour cooperation deal

Vietnam and Albania signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on July 29 to establish a formal framework for cooperation in sending Vietnamese workers to the European country.

Vietnamese shrimp exports to China offset weaker sales to US

China has become the main growth engine for Vietnam's shrimp exports, offsetting weaker sales to the US as exporters navigate trade uncertainty, high shipping costs and tougher market requirements.

TikTok Vietnam strengthens partnership to boost sales of rural products

TikTok Vietnam, a popular short-video platform, has joined hands with the Central Coordination Office of the National Target Programme and the Centre for Agricultural Trade and Environmental Promotion to enhance the rural economy through e-commerce.

Paper industry seeks tax reforms to boost domestic recycling

The paper industry is urging authorities to address regulatory bottlenecks in the domestic waste paper supply chain, saying tax and documentation requirements are raising costs for recycled raw materials.

Financial market reform plan targets high, sustained growth through 2045

Deputy PM Nguyen Van Thang has signed a decision approving a comprehensive reform plan for Vietnam's financial market, laying the groundwork for a modern, integrated financial system to support high and sustained economic growth through 2045.

VN unveils financial market overhaul

Vietnam aims to expand its bond market to the equivalent of around 60% of GDP by 2045 and position the capital market as a key source of medium- and long-term financing for the economy, under a recently approved sweeping financial market reform plan.

Remains of 150 martyrs recovered at Le Thi Rieng Park

Search teams have recovered the remains of 150 fallen soldiers at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City since the excavation began on June 23, according to the Ho Chi Minh City High Command.

Foreigners experience Vietnam’s digital government through level-2 e-ID services

Since July 2025, immigration authorities have processed 84,831 applications, with Republic of Korean, Chinese and Japanese nationals accounting for the largest numbers of registered users.

Hanoi brings new life to suburban tourism villages

Hanoi is redrawing its tourism map, pushing beyond the postcard mainstays of Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter to woo travellers with a slate of community-based destinations in suburban areas.