Vietnam's maritime ambitions depend on integrated ocean governance, stronger scientific capacity, digital transformation and protecting marine ecosystems as the foundation of sustainable growth, says Dr. Vu Thanh Ca.

Many state-owned enterprises (SOEs) are holding assets worth thousands of billions of dong, but still find it difficult to grow due to lack of autonomy in using capital and assets, according to experts.

Nearly two years after HCMC's Metro Line 1 began commercial operations, apartment prices along the corridor have risen significantly. However, not every station area has experienced the same level of appreciation.

Nguyen Thị Bich Ngoc, a 12th-grade physics major student at Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted in Ninh Binh province, has won a Gold Medal at the 56th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO 2026).

After nearly eight years of implementing Resolution 36, the Central Committee is planning to issue a new resolution on the sea space development.

Remaining unmarried and giving up a job with the salary of over VND40 million per month, a woman in HCMC chose a nomadic lifestyle to fulfill her dream of wandering everywhere.

Hanoi and Rome have signed a joint statement aimed at strengthening comprehensive cooperation, marking a new step in relations between the two capitals.

Nguyen Duc Tam was elected Chairman of the People's Committee of Quang Ngai province for the 2026-2031 term on July 28 after receiving support from all 64 delegates attending the sixth thematic session of the 14th provincial People's Council.

Expanding access to green finance is becoming essential for Vietnam's low-carbon transition, as businesses seek capital to invest in cleaner technologies, modernise production and meet increasingly stringent international environmental standards.

The third plenum of the Party Central Committee has adopted a resolution to retool Vietnam’s development model around science – technology and innovation, which are expected to jolt the economy into a higher gear.

The eighth Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Children’s Festival, themed "Circle of Friendship," opened in Ho Chi Minh City on July 28, bringing together 120 delegates from the three neighbouring countries.

Danang on July 28 inaugurated two “Danang Essence” product showcase spaces, including one at the international passenger terminal of Danang International Airport to promote local specialities, OCOP products and regional brands to visitors.​

Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung on July 28 highlighted Australia as one of Vietnam’s important development partners and suggested the country continue accompanying Vietnam through official development assistance (ODA) programmes.

The first calibration flight on the second runway at Phu Quoc International Airport was completed successfully on July 27 despite heavy rain and reduced visibility, marking a key milestone in the airport's expansion project ahead of APEC 2027.

The Secretariat of the Party Central Committee decided to expel five individuals from the Party for violations, at a meeting held on July 28.

National sovereignty is no longer defined by borders alone. In the digital age, Vietnam’s ability to preserve, create and spread its cultural values has become equally critical.

More than 10 years ago, when I was scraping together money to buy an apartment in Hanoi, I faced a difficult choice.

Bearing many injuries from the war, Vietnamese Heroic Mother Nguyen Thi Thanh Xuan had to endure pain once again after her son sacrificed his life while performing rescue duty in peacetime.

In a remote mountain village, a husband and wife have spent decades ensuring the Ca Dong community's songs, dances and craftsmanship continue to inspire younger generations.

Vietnam's highest scorer at the 2026 International Mathematical Olympiad says he is delighted to have turned last year's silver medal into gold.

Vietnam exported US$18.3 billion in wood and forestry products in 2025. But amid rising trade risks and tighter margins, export growth alone is no longer enough.

After more than three decades as a university professor, scientist, and advocate for creative thinking, 65-year-old Professor Truong Nguyen Thanh has taken on a new challenge - competitive dancesport - and earned 3 medals at a competition.

Hidden in 500 hectares of old-growth forest, Sao Ha offers travelers a rare glimpse of a secluded Mong village seemingly untouched by the outside world.

Vietnam’s theaters are embracing digital platforms, but limited funding, complex ticketing and copyright risks show that their own efforts alone cannot deliver lasting transformation.

Samsung has split its Fold lineup for the first time with the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8, opening a new chapter in the foldable smartphone market.