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Vietnam’s economic crossroad: Northeast model or Southeast stagnation?

Development must ultimately bring benefits and happiness to the people. That’s why a delicate balance is needed between state power, freedom, democracy, and social dynamism.

AI education arms race offers urgent lessons for Vietnam

Global rivals invest in AI schooling; Vietnam must find its own path to stay competitive.

Student with disability carried to school for 10 years graduates with honors

Nguyen Tat Minh, once carried by his friend every day, overcame the odds to earn a degree in computer science.

Reform mindset clears path for private sector to thrive

Resolution 68 has reignited a national ambition: to transform Vietnam’s private sector into the driving force of the economy. But whether this vision becomes reality depends entirely on how we act.

French woman adopted from Vietnam searches for birth parents

Abandoned at birth in Ho Chi Minh City, Laetitia longs to reconnect with her Vietnamese family.

When Vietnam and France forge a new strategic partnership

The relationship between Vietnam and France transcends mere trade, investment or education figures; it requires a distinct approach. Both nations serve as vital “gateways” for each other, connecting Asia and Europe.

Young Vietnamese coder aces tough Olympiad problem with 4 lines

Dang Huy Hau stuns judges with an elegant C++ solution at just 10th grade.

Vietnam’s growth doesn’t need miracles - just a fair and clear system

With the right institutional reforms and belief in its people, Vietnam can achieve sustained growth like its Asian peers.

Coffee shops as workspaces: balancing customer needs and business challenges

When customers order a single coffee and stay for hours in a café, enjoying air conditioning and free wifi, should shop owners seal power outlets to discourage lingering or let the customers “sit tight”?

Vietnam and France see each other as strategic gateways

Prof. Nguyen Duc Khuong outlines strategic collaboration across trade, tech, and culture.

Fake goods scandals shake Vietnam in first five months of 2025

Authorities uncover high-tech counterfeits endangering public health nationwide.

Vietnam can create its own GPT, says Nguyen Tu Quang

VINASA Vice President calls for national effort to unlock Vietnam’s AI potential.

Tombs of Vietnam’s kings and nobles raided for relics and treasures

High-profile tombs of emperors and royals across Vietnam are increasingly targeted by looters seeking ancient treasures.

Urgent action needed as over 650,000 cyberattacks hit Vietnam in 2024

Experts warn of rising cyber threats as a case reveals hackers embedded themselves long-term before launching attacks.

Vietnam’s private sector shackled by 15,000+ business conditions

Experts urge constitutional compliance, institutional overhaul to unshackle businesses.

Mekong Delta woman’s unusual trade and a family’s heartbreaking tale

Having been years in a trade "not for the faint-hearted," a Dong Thap woman shares her unforgettable experiences.

From test scores of zero to mastery: Vietnamese Phd excels in French

Having endured a succession of ‘terrible days’ with zero scores on French tests and facing the risk of being expelled, Dr Hoang Trung Dung was ultimately able to master French after a short time.

Only 27 of 62 PhDs hired as Vietnam ramps up brain gain efforts

A total of 62 PhD holders, most of whom were trained overseas, applied for academic and research positions at Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM).

Experts warn of sophisticated counterfeit drug networks in Vietnam

Authorities expose alarming schemes mixing real and fake medicine, while shell companies abroad help illicit drugs enter Vietnam’s market undetected.

Resettlement project in Hanoi remains vacant after 5 years

Five years after its completion, the commercial housing project for resettlement in the X2 area in Hanoi has only a few residents.