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Does the current enrollment method hinder human resources development?

For a long time, universities in Vietnam have been enrolling students based on students’ achievements in exam groups. It is now the right time to reconsider the model.

Hefty fees force residents to cancel land conversion plans

A resident in Ba Vi, Hanoi, completed procedures to convert over 210 sq m of perennial crop land to residential land, but faced exorbitant land use fees. Local authorities revoked and canceled the previous approval for conversion.

Gas motorbikes to be banned in Hanoi: Where will millions of vehicles go?

From July 2026, Hanoi will begin banning gas-powered motorbikes in central districts, raising questions about what happens to millions of vehicles.

Ha Long Bay boat tragedy: A tourist trip turns into disaster

The sudden capsizing of the Vinh Xanh 58 tourist boat during a violent storm in Ha Long Bay claimed the lives of 35 people, with 4 still missing. Rescue forces worked through the night under severe weather conditions to search for victims.

Vietnam’s GDP growth a ‘rare bright spot’ in region

Amid global economic turbulence driven by geopolitical instability, trade conflicts, and tight monetary policies, Vietnam has emerged as a rare bright spot.

Ha Long tragedy: Family of 8 torn apart by tour boat disaster

A family trip of eight became a nightmare after their cruise boat flipped during a storm, leaving multiple members dead or missing.

Effective leaders with weak teams lead to waste of talent

Talented leaders with incompetent employees only lead to conflicts and issues. The best model is the one with a leader who knows how to employ talented and capable people.

Finance ministry draws up two economic growth scenarios for 2025

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said the targeted GDP growth rates of 8.3-8.5 percent in 2025 and 10 percent or higher in 2026 are challenging to achieve but not impossible, and must be pursued.

Doctors shouldn’t bear the costs of patients’ hospital bills

Doctors face not only professional pressures but also unwarranted financial losses. They at times have to cover hospital fees for patients who leave without paying their bills.

One-bedroom unit in HCM City listed for US$1.25 million

In a tight housing market, a one-bedroom unit in downtown Ho Chi Minh City has shocked buyers with a projected price of over USD 1.2 million.

Woman travels for 1 year, takes short-term jobs, discovers newfound strength

Minh Hang, 30, from Hanoi, initially planned to ride a motorbike across Vietnam for a few months, but later chose to live nomadically for a year, staying in Vinh Hy and Mang Den.

Hanoi needs to experiment with new models, breakthrough approaches: CMC chair

Nguyen Trung Chinh, chair of CMC Corporation, says that to attract technology talent, Hanoi needs not only attractive policies but also the courage to experiment with entirely new models, breakthrough approaches, and institutional frameworks.

Vietnamese businesses under pressure to implement ESG standards

According to a PwC survey, 78 percent of Southeast Asian CEOs view ESG as a strategic priority, yet 40 percent lack the workforce to meet these demands.

Government sets high-growth goal to break out of stagnation

The government pushes for bold economic expansion to fuel strategic momentum entering 2026.

Vietnam begins new chapter with sweeping administrative reform

The elimination of district-level governance is a cornerstone of Vietnam’s new administrative era.

Electric shift in Hanoi stirs hope, caution amid traffic and pollution crisis

Hanoi eyes gas bike ban, but success depends on public transit, infrastructure, and equity.

Highlights from Vietnam's Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs in H1/2025

A new government agency accelerates digital reform and social equality in ethnic regions.

Ride-hailing services for concert-going youth are booming

Concert ride-hailing services are gaining popularity among young people, especially in big cities like Hanoi and HCM City.

Hundreds of billions in land-fees burden businesses

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is finalizing a draft decree to amend and supplement certain provisions of Decree 103/2024 regarding land use fees and land rental fees.

Housing prices in VN: young people need 20-25 years to afford a house

"To buy an average house (70 sq m, priced at VND3-4 billion) in major cities, young people need 20-25 years of income," said Ha Quang Hung, Deputy Director of the Department of Housing and Real Estate Market Management.