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Accountant in HCMC quits job to build career making bags from old jeans

Daring to leave a stable job to pursue an uncertain path, a female accountant overcame challenges, proving that with passion comes success.

Investment approval rules must go, says economist Nguyen Dinh Cung

Vietnam’s investment environment must improve by eliminating outdated administrative barriers.

AI, smartphones, and pork rolls: How Gen Z revolutionizes local food sales

Young Vietnamese turn local food into viral e-commerce hits through livestreaming and creativity.

Grave robbers dig ancient tombs from kings to legends in search of treasure

Before the recent case of two Chinese nationals excavating the tomb of King Le Tuc Tong, Vietnam had already witnessed numerous grave robberies and relic thefts that damaged heritage sites and violated the nation's cultural assets.

Vietnam’s private sector set to soar as Resolution 68 removes barriers

Resolution 68 aims to unshackle Vietnam’s private sector, recognizing it as a vital economic engine.

Vietnam’s farm tourism blooms, blending rustic charm with flowery dreams

Farm tourism, a unique blend of rural retreats and hands-on countryside experiences, is gaining traction across Vietnam and beyond.

Electricity pricing must be market-driven, not subsidized, experts urge

Electricity pricing in Vietnam needs a clear, transparent roadmap that reflects true production costs and gradually aligns with market principles without creating economic shocks, according to experts.

Vietnam faces growing birth gender gap, Hanoi leads imbalance

Gender imbalance at birth worsens in Vietnam, posing long-term risks for society.

Eliminating single-use plastics: starting with youth

In Vietnam, single-use plastic products are commonly used because of their convenience and low cost.

Air pollution chokes Hanoi and HCMC, fueling health crisis

Rising pollution levels in Vietnam’s top cities are triggering more respiratory and heart diseases, experts warn.

Sin Suoi Ho: The Hmong village that rose from ruin to riches

A Hmong leader’s vision turned Sin Suoi Ho into one of Vietnam’s most successful rural tourism models.

Public spending is key to Vietnam’s 2025 growth amid U.S. tariff risks

Experts argue urgent government investment is needed to meet the country’s 8% GDP target.

Nghe An commune mergers raise concerns over governance and cultural identity

Plans to merge communes in Dien Chau, Yen Thanh, and Quynh Luu highlight risks of ignoring history and community cohesion.

Vietnam’s growth potential lies in private sector and smart state support

With a population of 100 million and a wealth of talent, Vietnam must leverage its human capital to enter leapfrogging sectors and accelerate its ascent on the global economic map.

Chip by chip, Vietnam builds its future on semiconductors

With growing tech talent and state-backed strategy, Vietnam eyes global chip leadership.

Vietnam must break R&D barriers to accelerate global competitiveness

Research and development (R&D) is no longer an option for Vietnam - it has become a prerequisite to escape the middle-income trap and rise into the ranks of high-tech nations.

U50 woman retires early, leads nomadic lifestyle travelling the world

At 48, Trinh Nguyen chose early retirement to fulfill her dream of traveling. She now enjoys her life by staying in each place for just several months and traveling throughout the country and abroad.

PhD lecturer pioneers cutting-edge work in AI healthcare field

The creator of many inventions and innovations related to AI use says that outstanding scientists with valuable technologies can achieve a certain kind of “wealth” — a “fortune” represented by research works in professional academic journals.

Muong student receives funds from villagers to attend university

Phung Thi Thuy says her chance to study feels like “a miracle.” Holding the hard-earned money from the sweat and effort of her fellow villagers, Thuy says she is determined to study hard to return and repay their kindness.

The tragic life of couple who once won the jackpot with 10 lottery tickets

After winning the jackpot with 10 lottery tickets, Nhung’s life sank into tragedy. Now in her final years, her only wish is to have good health to raise her grandchild through school and to have enough money to repair her husband’s grave.