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Gold trading tax must distinguish saving from speculation, experts say

Financial experts support taxing gold profits but urge the government to exempt long-term savings and small-scale sales.

Where does Viettel get its funds to develop weapons?

Under a mechanism approved by the Politburo in 2023, Viettel is allowed to allocate up to 30 percent of its after-tax profits to reinvest in R&D, particularly in core technology and national defense.

Vietnam prepares to legalize and license digital-asset exchanges

The following is the second part of the talk with Phan Duc Trung, Chair of the Vietnam Blockchain and Digital Asset Association, about the development of tokenized assets in Vietnam.

Student doctor tops this year’s residency exam at Hanoi Medical University

Vu Ngoc Duy, a former Math major from Vinh Phuc High School for the Gifted, has become the top scorer in the 2025 residency exam at Hanoi Medical University.

Thanh Hoa woman with one arm works swiftly, overcomes challenges

Unwilling to be limited by her missing arm, a young Thanh Hoa woman was determined to learn how to do everything, believing “If others can do it, I can too.”

Hanoi schools face classroom, teacher shortage as enrollment rises by 60,000

Hanoi has over 2.3 million students for the 2025-2026 academic year, an increase of about 60,000 compared to the previous year.

Hoa Phat’s agriculture arm files IPO after decade-long push

Hoa Phat Agriculture files for IPO after 10 years of rapid growth, targeting expansion in central and southern Vietnam.

Solar installation in Vietnam: Registration required, not permission

Installing rooftop solar doesn’t require EVN’s permission - but notifying the authorities is a legal must for safety and energy grid security.

Long Thanh vs Tan Son Nhat: A national opportunity or logistical risk?

Vietnam debates the future of air travel as infrastructure, policy, and public opinion clash over the role of two major airports.

Long Thanh Airport: A bold leap or a missed national opportunity?

Investing $16 billion in Long Thanh is only worth it if Vietnam dares to unleash its full potential.

Vietnam opens wider door to foreign investors with new securities decree

New reforms simplify entry procedures, increase transparency, and boost market appeal to international investors.

Da Nang embraces digital innovation to become a global financial hub

With a focus on fintech and blockchain, Da Nang is positioning itself as Vietnam’s next international financial center.

Pilot crypto market reveals Vietnam’s underground economic flow

The government has officially issued a resolution to pilot a digital asset market, outlining a five-year roadmap. This marks a bold move by Vietnam, accompanied by strict regulatory measures, even as many countries remain cautious.

From Em xinh to G-Dragon: Vietnam’s concert industry levels up

Born Pink was just the beginning. A series of homegrown shows is now turning Vietnam into a serious contender on the global concert circuit.

Free checkups, hospital care by 2030: Vietnam’s bold new healthcare vision

Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long outlines a groundbreaking healthcare plan that will see the national insurance fund cover $5.6 billion annually.

VPSF 2025: Reform needed to protect private sector from legal risks

Institutional and legal bottlenecks are stalling the development of Vietnam’s private sector, with experts warning that the blurred line between administrative violations and criminal offenses is eroding business confidence.

Vietnam – a ‘shining star’ in global fdi flows

Eighty years after the August Revolution of 1945, Vietnam is emerging as a “shining star” in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI).

Vietnamese parents divided over school timetable chaos

Parents across Vietnam are clashing over new school timetables, with many expressing frustration about Saturday classes and inconsistent dismissal times.

Vietnam launches roadmap to upgrade stock market to emerging status

The government’s new plan sets clear goals to lift Vietnam’s stock market from frontier to emerging market by 2025, targeting international benchmarks.

Who will cover EVN’s $1.8 billion loss?

The state utility’s unresolved deficit raises the question: how can the burden be distributed transparently and fairly among consumers?