Vietnam’s aquatic product exports continued to show positive recovery signs in the first four months of 2026 and are moving towards the goal of 12 billion USD for the whole year.

As many as 70,000 tonnes of rice have so far been granted the “Low-emission Green Vietnamese Rice” label, following the first shipment of more than 400 tonnes exported by the Trung An Company to Japan in June 2025.

Vietnamese travellers prefer planning the trip themselves even when it requires a lot of time and work, signalling a clear shift of how travel planning is viewed from being stressful to generating excitement, a travel agency said.

Intellectual property (IP) is increasingly viewed as a strategic tool for Vietnamese enterprises seeking to move beyond low-value outsourcing and manufacturing in global supply chains, experts have said.

The Ministry of Education and Training has issued a plan to implement a programme on supporting student entrepreneurship in the 2026-2035 period, aiming to develop a comprehensive startup ecosystem across the education sector.

In the new development phase, Vietnam is shifting from mass attraction of FDI to a more selective, quality-, efficiency- and sustainability-driven investment cooperation approach, Deputy PM Nguyen Van Thang stated at a forum in Hanoi on May 13.

Vietnam Customs, in collaboration with the Global Rapid Interdiction of Dangerous Substances (GRIDS) Programme under the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), on May 13 handed over equipment to the Narcotics Targeting Centre (NTC).

Vietnam is expected to maintain its position as the world’s second-largest coffee producer and the leading supplier of robusta coffee in the 2025/26 crop year, latest data by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) showed.

More than a scenic journey along one of VN most stunning coastal rail routes, Hue-Da Nang “Central Heritage Connection” train is becoming a unique cultural tourism experience combining music, cuisine and landscapes to redefine modern rail travel.

Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Truong Thang welcomed the elevation of Vietnam-France ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, saying it reflects both countries’ strong commitment to deeper cooperation.

Vietnam highly values the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)’s support in strengthening national capacity in crime prevention, criminal justice, drug control and tackling emerging challenges, especially cybercrime.

HCM City is ramping up investment in digital infrastructure, rolling out special incentives and attracting high-tech projects in data centres, semiconductors, AI and biomedicine to build a major technology ecosystem and draw more tech firms.

Major domestic carmakers have urged authorities to retain current business conditions for the automobile industry, warning that a proposed rollback could weaken domestic manufacturing and leave the market vulnerable to cheap imports.

Ahead of schedule, several major fuel distributors have begun rolling out E10 biofuel across their retail networks and are preparing to supply the market beyond their own systems.

Vietnam U17 produced a historic comeback victory over UAE, fighting from behind to win 3-2 and secure the nation’s first-ever place at the FIFA U17 World Cup.

As Vesak 2026 approaches, many Vietnamese are returning to pagodas not only for religious rituals, but also to seek peace amid the pressures of modern life.

Apple’s rumored iPhone 20 Pro - expected to mark the 20th anniversary of the iPhone in 2027 - could become one of the company’s most ambitious products ever.

Massive investment has flowed into Vietnam’s ethnic minority regions, yet sustainable development remains elusive. Experts say the problem lies not in funding, but in outdated development thinking.

A major agricultural processing factory in Tay Ninh connected to the Van Thinh Phat case is set to go under the hammer as banks continue efforts to recover debts.

Experts believe the Red River mega boulevard project could turn Hanoi into one of Asia’s most distinctive riverfront capitals while preserving the cultural soul of northern Vietnam.

CMC has restructured its Technology & Solution Division as the Vietnamese tech group accelerates its AI-X strategy for the 2026-2030 period.

For centuries, the Ngoc Nu statue at Dau Pagoda has captivated visitors with its lifelike beauty and delicate expression, becoming one of Vietnam’s greatest sculptural treasures.

Duc Giang Chemicals is facing one of the most turbulent periods in its history, with legal troubles, stock declines and leadership changes hitting the company simultaneously.

Ho Chi Minh City’s An Dong Ward is becoming the first locality to digitize sidewalk permit applications and fee collection.

Cambridge International Education is investigating an exam leak that has affected students in Vietnam and several other countries.