Vietnamese PM proposes major directions to advance ASEAN–India relations

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed three major orientations to further deepen the ASEAN–India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership while addressing the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 26.

Vietnam, Singapore agree to boost mutually beneficial cooperation

The Vietnamese and Singaporean foreign ministers agreed to continue promoting high-level and all-level delegation exchanges, effectively implement existing bilateral mechanisms, and explore new ones, including through the Party channel.

To achieve ultra-fast 5G, Vietnam needs additional spectrum bands

If telecom operators have sufficient frequency resources to develop ultra-fast 5G, they will have opportunities to create new services, thus boosting GDP and turning Vietnam into a prosperous digital nation.

Apple may launch iPhone 20 early to mark 20th anniversary milestone

A new report suggests Apple may release the iPhone 20 - a commemorative model marking the 20th anniversary of the iPhone - in the first half of 2027.

Nguyen Canh Binh: The man who trades knowledge, not commodities

While others chased assets, Nguyen Canh Binh invested in ideas, becoming a knowledge entrepreneur who aims to change society, not just profit.

Experts share advice to avoid losses amid gold price volatility

Gold prices have surged by hundreds of dollars, and experts say that sharp rises followed by corrections are normal. What has caused both global and domestic gold prices to fall and how long will the downward trend last?

Civil servants quitting at 40–50 raises workforce concerns

Lawmakers have expressed concern that the resignation of well-trained and experienced public officials is negatively affecting the quality of the public workforce.

Merchants spend billions renting kiosks, wait for customers

Once the busiest wholesale market in old Nam Dinh province (now Ninh Binh province), Rong, or Nam Dinh Dragon Market, has now fallen into desolation. Many stalls are closed, while traders sit waiting endlessly for customers.

What is a reasonable price for affordable housing?

Promoting the development of housing segments that match the average income of the population is one of the directives issued by the Prime Minister to help reduce home prices. What price level is considered reasonable?

Japanese visitor tries Vietnam’s raw fish dish, gives heartfelt praise

Trying a famous Vietnamese coastal dish for the first time, the Japanese visitor admitted feeling hesitant since the ingredients were prepared raw, without any heat-cooking process, but ended up loving it.

11 years, 91 donations, and a stranger saved

From March 2014 to now, Tran Thi Hien has steadily maintained blood and platelet donation activities, contributing her small strength to give more patients hope for living.

People’s Artist emphasizes importance of ‘cultured’ behavior in cyberspace

Xuan Bac, Director of the Performing Arts Department, said amid strong digital technology development, behaving with culture and civility online is not only a moral requirement but also a social responsibility of every individual and organization.

Vietnam remains Singapore’s third-largest rice supplier

Rice continues to be Vietnam's key export to Singapore, with the country maintaining its position as the city-state’s third-largest supplier, after India and Thailand.

Autumn Fair 2025 kicks off in Hanoi

The first Autumn Fair 2025 officially opened at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Dong Anh commune, Hanoi, on October 25 evening.

Hanoi Convention signing marks new chapter in global cyber governance

The signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime will mark a new chapter in global cyber cooperation and governance, making cyberspace a domain of law, collaboration, and development, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed on October 25.

Int’l cooperation holds key to combating cybercrime: Vietnamese officer

Deputy Minister of Public Security Pham The Tung has highlighted the importance of strengthening international cooperation in combating cybercrime, stressing that global coordination and joint action are vital as the world enters the digital era.

Party chief welcomes UN Secretary-General in Hanoi

Party General Secretary To Lam hosted a reception in Hanoi on October 25 for United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, who attended the Signing Ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime the same day.

NA approves appointment of two Deputy PMs, three ministers

The 15th National Assembly, during its 10th session on October 25, approved the appointment of two Deputy Prime Ministers and three ministers for the 2021-2026 term, alongside several other key personnel decisions.

Discovery Princess brings 1,200 int’l visitors to Khanh Hoa

Discovery Princess cruise ship docked at Cam Ranh International Port on October 25, bringing 1,200 international visitors, mostly from Bermuda, to explore the south central coastal province of Khanh Hoa.

Hanoi Convention – Living testament to global solidarity, rule of law

Amid rising cybercrime threats, the UN Cybercrime Convention reflects global solidarity, multilateralism, and the UN’s central role, President Luong Cuong said.

Signing ceremony of UN Convention against Cybercrime solemnly opens in Hanoi

The Signing Ceremony and the High-Level Conference of the UN Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) were solemnly held at the National Convention Centre with the theme "Countering Cybercrime – Sharing Responsibility – Securing our Future”.

Fake doctors scam over $700,000 through illegal clinic in HCM City

A group of scammers with no medical qualifications, including one with only a veterinary technician degree, posed as doctors and directly administered injections and IV fluids to unsuspecting patients.

iPhone 18 Pro tipped for radical changes in design, AI, and display tech

iPhone 18 Pro leaks suggest Apple will drop Qualcomm, shrink Dynamic Island, and unveil its first foldable phone in 2026.

Gold smuggling kingpin faces prosecution over $49 million trafficking case

Tran Thi Hoan, 40, from Lao Cai province, has been identified as the ringleader of two large-scale operations that smuggled over 546 kilograms of gold, valued at more than USD 49 million, from China into Vietnam.

Vietnam to launch National Agricultural Products Map

The Agricultural Products Map of Vietnam will feature outstanding farm products from 34 provinces and cities, offering easy access to information about products, producers, and distributors for regulators, businesses, and consumers.