Vietnam’s real estate market attracts overseas Vietnamese investors

With US housing prices stagnating and investment profits declining, Vietnam is emerging as a hotspot for overseas Vietnamese thanks to friendlier legal frameworks and strong earning potential.

Da Nang approves real estate projects to raise over $894 million

Five housing projects in Da Nang are now eligible to mobilize nearly $900 million through capital contribution and investment partnerships.

Overseas Vietnamese players face slim chances for SEA Games 33

Coach Kim Sang Sik remains open to Vietnamese-origin talent, but securing a spot in the final U22 Vietnam squad remains uncertain.

HCM City hires 12 top experts to lead biotech and agricultural innovation

In a major step toward sustainable development, Ho Chi Minh City has attracted 12 elite scientists and experts to strengthen biotechnology, agriculture, and other strategic fields.

Vietnam’s coffee exports hit record USD 8.4 billion in 2025

At the close of the 2024-2025 harvest season, Vietnam's coffee export revenue exceeded USD 8.4 billion, the highest in any season to date.

Ho Chi Minh City plans USD 120M upgrade to replace 120-year-old bridge

To ease congestion in the southern gateway and align urban planning along the Saigon River, Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Construction has proposed a key infrastructure project worth nearly USD 120 million.

Silicon-carbon battery could have made iPhone Air a game-changer

Apple missed a golden opportunity to fix battery limitations in the ultra-thin iPhone Air.

Ho Chi Minh City couple caught producing fake Chanel, Gucci perfumes

Ho Chi Minh City police have successfully dismantled a large-scale counterfeit operation producing and selling fake high-end perfumes, seizing nearly 20,000 bottles labeled as Chanel, Gucci, Versace, Dior, Burberry, and others.

Vietnam begins national review of motor vehicle and license data

Vietnamese traffic police are verifying and syncing vehicle and license data with the national ID system to prevent fraud and ensure legal accuracy.

Over 20 New Zealand businesses to join Autumn Fair 2025 in Hanoi

More than 20 New Zealand companies will take part in the Vietnam–New Zealand trade, investment and business promotion conference to be held within the framework of the Autumn Fair 2025 in Hanoi.

Quy Nhon named among top global destinations for 2026 by Lonely Planet

Quy Nhon is the only Vietnamese destination featured in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026 list, standing alongside iconic names like Brazil, Mexico, and Ireland.

Vietnamese box-office hits to be screened free of charge at Autumn Fair

Red Rain and Death Battle in the Air - two outstanding recent Vietnamese films - will be screened free of charge for audiences as part of the 2025 Autumn Fair, scheduled to take place from October 25 to November 4 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre.

Senior Party official urges 3% budget allocation for higher education

Nguyen Trong Nghia, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and Head of the Central Commission for Publicity and Education, emphasized the need to allocate at least 3% of the national budget to higher education.

HCM City optimises digital transformation to enhances tourists’ experience

Ho Chi Minh City has identified the adoption of information technology and digital transformation as key strategies to enhance the visitor experience, facilitate tourism services, and drive economic growth in the tourism sector.

Vietnam’s medical sector eyes $24M annual savings through test result sharing

In Vietnam, annual spending on diagnostic and laboratory tests amounts to approximately 30 trillion VND (around USD 1.22 billion).

Vietnam great unity – cultural heritage week to take place this November

A week-long programme spotlighting the Vietnamese great unity bloc and cultural heritage is set to kick off at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi on November 18.

Ho Chi Minh City plans full health insurance support for students, elderly

To implement this policy, Ho Chi Minh City estimates a total budget requirement of approximately USD 87 million in 2026.

National Assembly approves dismissal of key cabinet ministers

The National Assembly has officially passed a resolution approving the Prime Minister's proposal to dismiss several ministers from their posts.

National Assembly approves increase in number of Deputy Prime Ministers

Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed a resolution to expand the number of Deputy Prime Ministers in the 15th legislature.

Phu Quoc to build 18km electric train line with $366M investment

An Giang has approved a nearly $366 million urban rail project in Phu Quoc, aimed at developing modern public transport ahead of APEC 2027.

Severe tides flood Ho Chi Minh City, residents say it's the worst in a decade

Tidal waters rapidly surged over the Thanh Da embankment in Binh Quoi Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, catching residents off guard. Some locals shared that they hadn’t seen such severe flooding in the past decade.

South African President pays tribute to General Vo Nguyen Giap

South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa visited the family of General Vo Nguyen Giap at No. 30, Hoang Dieu street, Hanoi, as part of his state visit to Vietnam, on October 24 morning.

Art exhibition deepens Vietnam – RoK friendship

The Vietnam Fine Art Association and the association of culture and art exchange of the Republic of Korea (RoK) opened an art exhibition in Hanoi on October 23, helping tighten the friendship between the two countries.

Party leader’s spouse visits Bulgaria’s Zvanche Kindergarten No. 2

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam, visited and met with children at Zvanche Kindergarten No. 2 in Sofia on October 23. She was accompanied by Desislava Radeva, spouse of Bulgarian President Rumen Radev.

Vietnam’s digital shadow – war against high-tech crimes

Amidst Vietnam’s intensified efforts to promote digital transformation, experts have warned that rising cybercrime requires not only tougher law enforcement but also better public awareness and digital literacy to protect citizens and communities.