For Apple, the “heart” of the iPhone is no longer just a matter of technology. It has become a geopolitical calculation, and diversifying the supply chain is no longer an option but a matter of survival.

Behind the preliminary ruling of nearly 200 percent duties imposed by the US on Vietnamese plywood lies a test of competitiveness, resilience, and the strategic capacity of Vietnam’s wood industry in an increasingly harsh global “rules of the game”.

A sharp decline in gold prices has left many investors who bought at the peak price facing losses of tens of millions of dong in a short time. The question now is whether to cut losses or continue holding.

Vietnam and India have agreed to strengthen cooperation in ethnic, religious and minority affairs during a series of high-level meetings held in New Delhi as part of General Secretary and State President To Lam’s state visit to India.

The Supreme People’s Procuracy has issued an indictment against former Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Nguyen Ba Hoan and 27 others in a case involving alleged bribery, brokerage of bribery and serious accounting violations.

Ho Chi Minh City has set a target of welcoming 11 million international visitors and 50 million domestic tourists in 2026.

An official from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has expressed confidence in Vietnam’s medium-term economic outlook, describing the country as one of Southeast Asia’s most resilient economies despite mounting global uncertainties.

The second Thang Long - Hanoi Festival 2026, flying the banner “Heritage Flow”, is set to hit the capital from September 11-20.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has issued Decision No. 21/2026/QD-TTg promulgating the list of strategic technologies and strategic technology products, set to take effect from July 1, 2026.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam met with Indian President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi on May 6 afternoon (local time) as part of his state visit to India.

The Ministry of Education and Training has released a draft circular on the application of technology in higher education for public consultation.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam attended and delivered a keynote address at the Vietnam–India Innovation Forum in New Delhi on May 6.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Hanoi on the morning of May 7 to attend the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, from May 7 to 8.

Vietnam U17 defeated Yemen 1-0 to make a dream start at the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 and revive hopes of reaching the World Cup.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has signed a dispatch issued by the Prime Minister, calling for decisive and coordinated measures to combat and prevent intellectual property violations.

Samsung Electronics, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 - and possibly even a Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide variant - is facing both its greatest opportunity and its biggest challenge yet in the foldable smartphone race.

While many Asian markets rushed to accumulate gold, demand in Vietnam fell to the lowest level in the region. High prices and limited supply pushed investors toward gold rings instead of bullion bars.

Vietnamese fashion house Vu Ngoc and Son gains international recognition as global stars wear its bold, handcrafted designs.

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed establishing a national center for combating fake and false information, aiming to improve the effectiveness of efforts to detect, verify and handle a problem that has become increasingly complex.

The Government has set a target that by the end of 2026, all citizens will receive free periodic health checkups or health screenings and have electronic health records created.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has signed a decision consolidating the Central Steering Committee for reforming salary policy, social insurance and preferential policies for people with meritorious service.

As green tourism and authentic local experiences gain traction, the Mekong Delta is facing a “golden opportunity” to make a breakthrough.

Phu Tho police, in coordination with relevant units, have dismantled a fraud ring accused of organizing illegal English exams and issuing fake certificates to more than 80,000 people, collecting nearly VND200 billion (US$7.7 million).

The rapid advancement of technology is breathing new life into Vietnam’s cultural heritage, enabling values once confined to museums to reach wider audiences through creative works by artists, communities and individuals.

Apple is set to overhaul its Photos app with powerful AI tools, promising faster and smarter image editing.