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Vietnamese women caught in laundering trap

Women lured by Nigerian partners helped launder billions through shell companies.

Silver-haired Hien: From gifted student to feared ganglord

Once a bright student, Nguyen Manh Hien - known as “Silver-haired Hien” - later became one of the most feared gang leaders in Thanh Hoa province. His transformation from a promising youth to a notorious outlaw reveals a dark turn in a turbulent life.

Vietnam redefines FDI strategy: From cost edge to institutional trust

With rising FDI and bold reforms, Vietnam is shifting from low-cost appeal to transparency and trust as its core investment asset.

From rural dad to livestream star: Farming with heart and humor

Former mechanic earns $6,000 per stream selling rustic goods and heartfelt stories online.

Who really owes whom? The hidden debts in Vietnam’s battle for net zero

Vietnam’s climate commitment reveals a deeper global imbalance behind emission reductions.

From remote village to valedictorian: Ha Nhi student conquers 600km journey

Sung Thanh Xuan's story of perseverance and pride led him to become a 2025 valedictorian in Hanoi.

Vietnam tourism's digital challenge: Bridging tech and tradition

Digital tools can elevate Vietnam’s tourism economy - but only if legal frameworks, skilled labor, and national platforms catch up.

More jobs, more challenges in Vietnam’s labor sector

Public-sector cuts and global headwinds put pressure on Vietnam’s employment outlook.

Vietnam’s greenhouse emissions may triple by 2030 without urgent action

Vietnam’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions more than doubled from 150.9 million tons in 2000 to 316.7 million tons of CO₂ equivalent by 2016.

Hanoi’s crime lords of the 90s: A tale of power, profit, and prison

This deep dive into Hanoi’s notorious underworld reveals how two gang leaders controlled markets and manipulated justice.

Beekeeper’s success story: Can Tho 9X reaps big rewards from sweet labor

Relying on Italian bees and natural forage, Trong earns a lucrative income from his 300 hive operation.

Vietnam eyes green growth: unlocking capital and talent for clean energy

Vietnamese firms are rising in the global energy supply chain, but capital and workforce hurdles persist.

Merging isn’t enough: HCM City’s path to regional competitiveness

Despite merging with key provinces, Vietnam’s largest city faces challenges scaling up its economy

Vietnam faces inflation risks in second half of 2025

Experts warn of inflation threats despite Vietnam’s strong first-half price control.

Vietnamese-German scientist honored by German president for science outreach

Dr. Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim, a renowned chemist and science communicator in Germany, was honored with the Federal Cross of Merit by the German president for her exceptional ability to convey scientific knowledge through YouTube and television.

Undersea cables pave the way for Vietnam’s AI and cloud future

Vietnam is investing in major subsea cables to fuel AI, cloud, and digital transformation goals, positioning itself as a regional data hub.

Climate risk reshapes Ho Chi Minh City’s real estate landscape

Climate adaptation becomes a core strategy for property investment in Southeast Asia.

Behind the profits: Nam Dinh’s aluminum village struggles with pollution

Binh Yen’s thriving aluminum recycling trade has brought prosperity, but at the cost of severe environmental damage.

Vietnam charts strong economic course with high-tech and FDI boost

Public investment, innovation, and stable inflation helped Vietnam maintain solid economic momentum in early 2025.

Vietnam opens doors to digital assets with bold new policy shift

Vietnam's embrace of digital assets is accelerating, drawing investment giants as the country prepares for a legal framework supporting tokenized markets.