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Reforms and IPOs fuel Vietnam stock market rally

Capital inflows and reform momentum are reshaping Vietnam’s capital market with brighter growth prospects.

Vpop turns red and gold as stars race to honor Vietnam

Dozens of Vietnamese artists release passionate tributes to the country, flooding digital platforms with national pride.

Culture leads the way as Vietnam charts a new global path

As Vietnam marks 80 years since independence, culture remains the guiding torch lighting the nation’s path forward.

Once booming, now forgotten: Ho Chi Minh City’s last lighter gas refiller

Mr. Hung’s humble dream - earning just enough for a kilo of rice - keeps him pedaling through pain.

Vietnam attracts high-quality FDI from Europe and the US

As structural reforms take effect, Vietnam welcomes billions in new projects from US and European firms focused on innovation and sustainability.

Investor trust hinges on transparency, not just profits

Long delays in Vietnam's licensing system are causing investors to rethink billion-dollar commitments.

“Chip war” looms as Vietnam eyes path to self-reliance

In the context of a fierce global race in semiconductor technology, Vietnam must urgently identify key chip products for investment and development - focusing on segments suited to its domestic capabilities, experts say.

Vietnamese live longer but spend a decade battling illness

Despite a life expectancy of 75, many Vietnamese face chronic illness for 10 years before death.

Indian man crosses 4,000km to marry Vietnamese woman he met online

Overcoming cultural and geographical barriers, an Indian man and a Vietnamese woman from Ninh Binh have built a joyful marriage after years of long-distance love.

Conversion to electric vehicles will require more charging stations

An ecosystem for electric vehicles is gradually emerging, from charging stations combined with rest areas to apps for locating charging points. However, the most critical factor is ensuring energy for transport electrification.

Nearly half of private enterprises face annual losses

Despite expectations to become a cornerstone of national economic growth, the private sector’s business performance has lagged behind state-owned and FDI enterprises. Nearly half of private enterprises have reported annual losses.

Vietnam’s 80-year economic evolution: From hardship to high growth

Marking 80 years since independence, Vietnam’s economy tells a story of resilience, reforms, and new challenges on the path to prosperity by 2045.

Vietnam's population at crossroads: Act now or shrink later

With fertility rates dropping, Vietnam is rolling out pro-natalist strategies to protect its future workforce and economic stability.

Vietnam injects $53B into economy through 250 new projects

Massive public and private investments aim to drive GDP growth and strategic infrastructure upgrades.

Vietnamese actor opens museum housing priceless Dong Son ceramics

With over 400 ancient artifacts, Chi Bao’s museum showcases rare national treasures.

Two-lane expressways emerge as Vietnam’s new traffic danger zones

Narrow roads, no emergency stopping lanes, and the absence of rest stations are common issues plaguing Vietnam’s two-lane expressways, which have become high-risk zones for traffic accidents.

Vietnamese woman conquers Son Doong Cave, raises flag with pride

The emotional moment when a female tourist from Hanoi successfully conquered the "Vietnam Wall" at the end of Son Doong Cave and proudly raised the red flag with a yellow star was one of pure exhilaration.

10% GDP growth: Vietnam’s bold target for 2030

Vietnam has set a historic target: 10% annual GDP growth and per capita income of USD 8,500 by 2030. Can it be achieved?

Vietnam’s diplomacy shines as a model for peace and resilience

Vietnam’s diplomatic legacy, forged in war and refined in peace, continues to inspire global admiration as a symbol of unity, strength, and progress.

Collector digitizes 23 tons of newspapers reflecting Vietnam’s history

During the 100th anniversary of Vietnamese Revolutionary Journalism Day, June 21, Nguyen Phi Dung was likely one of the most featured figures in the media.