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Institutional reform of 5 main pillars redefines Vietnam’s prosperity

Five new institutional pillars are gradually reshaping Vietnam’s economic landscape from now until the 14th National Party Congress.

Charming Aussie groom delivers wedding gifts by cyclo in An Giang

In a heartwarming cultural twist, an Australian groom used traditional cyclos to transport betrothal gifts during his engagement in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta.

Spanish man cycles over 22,000km to Vietnam in tribute to late father

After 10 months on the road, Marino Izquierdo arrives in Vietnam to honor his father's memory and raise awareness about cancer.

Decades of dedication: Grandma’s $1 meals win hearts in Hanoi alley

At 81, Do Thi Huong still rises at dawn to cook and serve meals at her one-square-meter “count-the-dishes” food stall in Ba Dinh District.

Institutional reform: General Secretary requires turning mindset into ‘action’

There are moments in a nation’s developmental history when thinking suddenly shifts like an unexpected yet inevitable turn.

A forgotten Hanoi village of French villas and fading grandeur

Once famed for its wealth and tailor shops, Cuu Village now draws visitors with its vintage charm and colonial architecture.

Finance minister calls for mindset shift, clearing bottlenecks to spur growth

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) reported that Vietnam’s economy maintained positive growth momentum in 2025, with GDP at 8.02 percent, inflation under control, and state budget revenue exceeding estimates by nearly 35 percent.

Two grooms celebrate lavish wedding with family blessings and golden gifts

Supported by relatives, two men tied the knot in a traditional, heartfelt ceremony.

The silver-haired gym warrior of Saigon

Despite his white hair and beard, Ung A Paul, a 71-year-old man in Ho Chi Minh City, continues to hit the gym and practice sword dance four hours a day - drawing admiration wherever he goes.

Beyond high salaries: what truly anchors global talent in Vietnam

In the global war for talent, money is merely the entry ticket; what retains top-tier professionals is not their bank balance, but heart.

New calculation methods used in HCMC’s 2025 growth data after merger

A new feature in the growth figures of the GRDP of HCMC in 2025 is the appearance of two calculation methods, one of which is related to oil and gas.

Resolution 68 and the challenge of enabling the “flying geese paradigm”

Resolution 68-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo in 2025 has placed the private sector in its proper position in Vietnam’s economic development structure.

Dong Thap bride goes viral wearing gold crown, gifted houses and land

A wedding in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta went viral after the bride appeared adorned in gold jewelry and was gifted property and gold worth tens of thousands of dollars.

Father makes 50 apricot trees bloom early to celebrate daughter’s wedding

Over 50 apricot trees burst into full bloom, creating a dreamlike setting for a Can Tho bride’s wedding day - thanks to a heartfelt gesture from her father.

“Dancing legged beauties”: Vietnam’s frog jerky becomes Tet bestseller

Priced over USD 20/kg, the uniquely named frog jerky - nicknamed “dancing legged beauties” - is flying off the shelves as Tet approaches.

From 8% to 10%: Can Vietnam keep up the pace of high growth?

Vietnam posted one of the world’s highest economic growth rates in 2025, maintaining strong momentum despite global volatility. But a closer look at what sustained that growth - and the pressures mounting for 2026 - calls for caution.

Vietnamese artisan crafts towering horses to welcome the Year of the Horse

To welcome the Year of the Horse (2026), artist Bui Van Quan from Bac Ninh is completing a striking set of giant horse mascots at his Happy Garden - each carrying a message of joy, love, and shared hope for the new year.

When data talks: Real estate IDs set to reshape Vietnam's future

A nation that possesses accurate territorial data holds the key to prosperity. For Vietnam, the real estate identification code is that key - a roadmap into a new era.

2025: A year when policy reforms translate into concrete progress

Vietnam’s institutional reforms during the 2021–2025 term have gone beyond legal texts, showing visible impact in construction sites and investment flows across the country.

Vietnam’s global diplomacy praised for more than numbers

Vietnam’s foreign policy remains a central pillar in shaping the country’s future, emphasizing its highest responsibility in maintaining peace and stability while fostering rapid and sustainable socio-economic development.