International media spotlight Vietnam’s National Assembly election

Media organisations from Southeast Asia, the Middle East, China, Russia, Cuba and Western countries carried reports on the event.

Voter turnout reaches 99.64% as of 22:00 on March 15

As of 22:00 on March 15, the nationwide voter turnout had reached 99.64%, said Ta Thi Yen, Vice Chairwoman of the National Assembly’s Committee for Deputy Affairs and Standing Deputy Chief of the Office of the National Election Council.

Capital from ultra rich flows into bays as new real estate market emerges

As seaside tourism and the trend of coastal living continue to grow, experts say bayfront real estate is entering a new development phase, with marina real estate attracting ultra-wealthy clients.

Vietnam advised to develop economic clusters to upgrade national competitiveness

To escape the assembly trap, Vietnam must shift from fragmented competition to regional cooperation. Developing deep economic clusters is the key to boosting TFP productivity and helping local firms enter high-value segments of the global chain.

VNU-HCM university to recruit 167 PhDs with high-pay incentives

Nine members of Vietnam National University HCMC (VNU-HCM) are recruiting 167 PhDs under the VNU350 Program, with income levels of up to VND100 million a month.

Leading female intellectuals and managers join National Assembly race

VietNamNet introduces below several prominent women running for the 16th National Assembly. These 80s-generation leaders bring expertise in high-tech farming, business, and education.

Alumnus returns as mentor, fulfilling his high school dream

Tran Xuan Binh, an English teacher at Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted (Ninh Binh), has spent nearly 10 years training the school's national merit exam teams and has served as the head coach three times.

K Hospital’s new systems shorten radiation therapy to 2-3 minutes

WIth older-generation radiotherapy machines, each treatment session typically lasts about 10 minutes. With the new systems, the time has been reduced to 2–3 minutes thanks to the integration and optimization of multiple advanced technologies.

Travelers book April tours early, Phu Quoc combo prices drop

Since early March, many Vietnamese travelers have been booking tours for the upcoming holidays of Hung Kings Commemoration Day (the 10th day of the third lunar month) and the Reunification Day-International Workers' Day break on April 30 and May 1.

Gasoline and oil prices fall following four session hikes

Fuel prices have reversed downward after four consecutive sessions of sharp increases, with RON95-III gasoline returning to the VND25,000/liter level. Prices for diesel and kerosene were also significantly adjusted downward.

Khmer ethnic areas gain development momentum from Party policies

The Party and the State have identified caring for and developing ethnic minority areas, including Khmer communities, as one of its key and consistent tasks.

Vietnamese male student wins prize at World AI Olympiad at age 14

Before becoming a Vietnamese representative participating in the International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad, Kỳ Nam had the opportunity to audit university-level algebra and calculus courses in advanced mathematics alongside university students.

10,000 medical grads to face competency exam for practicing licenses each year

After 6 years of training at medical school, doctors must still pass a professional competence assessment before they are licensed to work at medical examination and treatment facilities, in order to ensure professional standards and patient safety.

Hanoi lecturer cycles to work for 13 years, stays calm amid rising fuel prices

Since 2013, Le Phuong Chi, a lecturer at an international university in Hanoi, has regularly cycled from home to work. After years of sticking with the bicycle, she is no longer concerned about rising gasoline prices.

Hanoians struggle to deal with bombardment of scam calls

A wave of phone scams is haunting Hanoi residents, turning daily life into a psychological battle. From "0-VND orders" to sophisticated phone hijacking, these relentless calls have become a digital nightmare.

Ride-hailing drivers distressed by fuel price shock, firms launch lifebuoys

The sudden spike in fuel prices in recent days is striking a heavy blow to the livelihoods of tens of thousands of ride-hailing drivers as operating costs have increased significantly.

Vietnam targets internet access for 80% of ethnic minorities by 2030

Vietnam plans to expand digital infrastructure and services so that 80 percent of ethnic minority communities can access the internet by 2030.

Congenital heart surgery in Vietnam among the lowest cost globally

Doctors say complex congenital heart surgeries in Vietnam cost a fraction of those in developed countries, while treatment outcomes remain comparable.

Sony’s latest earbuds show two different approaches to wireless audio

With WF-1000XM6 and LinkBuds Clip, Sony explores two listening philosophies - immersive audio isolation and open-ear awareness of the surrounding environment.

Diverse investment channels offer growth opportunities for disciplined investors

As market channels "light up" in 2026, success is shifting from single assets to strategic allocation. While gold and stocks demand discipline, real estate offers "double profits" from infrastructure, requiring balanced cash flow management.

Two Vpop stars at the center of online controversy

At the same time, two young stars - HIEUTHUHAI and Son Tung M-TP - have become the focus of online debate among social media users.

Rising fuel prices put pressure on Vietnam’s exchange rate, central bank says

The State Bank of Vietnam has warned that rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are putting pressure on the country’s exchange rate and domestic monetary market.

Bus and taxi fares rise in Ho Chi Minh City amid fuel price volatility

Eighteen passenger transport companies operating fixed intra-provincial and interprovincial routes in Ho Chi Minh City have announced fare increases, while Vinasun Taxi has also adjusted its pricing.

Emergency construction approved for Gia Binh airport - Hanoi road

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a proposal allowing Bac Ninh provincial authorities to implement the road project connecting Gia Binh International Airport with Hanoi under emergency construction procedures.

Vietnam considers VNeID database to ensure fair access to social housing

A shared database on the VNeID system has been proposed to help authorities verify eligible buyers and streamline procedures, while preventing abuse of Vietnam’s social housing policies.