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Strategic autonomy begins from internal strength

In a volatile world, Vietnam’s long-term resilience depends on strengthening internal capacity, with technology, innovation and institutional reform at the core of sustainable growth.

From US$1 to billions: Dai Hung oil field becomes Vietnam tech symbol

After global giants walked away, Vietnamese engineers transformed a struggling oil field into a symbol of technological self-reliance.

Reforming fuel-price management: the key to success for petrol trading

Article 10 in the draft circular on several provisions of the decree on petroleum trading is moving in the right direction by focusing on the publication, adjustment and declaration of prices.

A reunion across a century: 103-year-old meets 95-year-old brother

After traveling nearly 200km back to his hometown in Hung Yen, a 103-year-old man could not hide his joy as he reunited with his 95-year-old younger brother, embracing him with the excitement of a child.

Bride from Laos surprises guests with Vietnamese song for groom

A video capturing a Lao bride singing the Vietnamese song “Hon ca yeu” for her groom on their wedding day has drawn 3.7 million views on TikTok.

Man with 23cm eyebrows draws attention in Ho Chi Minh City

His naturally long eyebrows have become a unique feature that attracts both locals and tourists.

Two classmates win full scholarships to Finland’s top university

Two male students from Class 12 Math 2 at Hanoi National University of Education High School for Gifted Students have both secured full scholarships to Aalto University, the top-ranked university in Finland.

Mother Goddess worship faces challenges of commercialization and distortion

Experts highlight growing distortions in Mother Goddess worship practices, calling for stronger management and preservation efforts.

Vietnam firms adapt to rising fuel costs with greener solutions

Rising fuel prices driven by tensions in the Middle East are pushing up production and transportation costs, prompting many businesses to accelerate energy-saving measures and shift towards electricity.

Relocating universities: Hanoi faces a defining urban choice

As congestion intensifies, Hanoi must decide whether to reshape its urban core by moving universities beyond the city center.

Happiness emerges as Vietnam’s new benchmark for national development

Vietnam is shifting toward a development model where happiness becomes a core measure alongside economic growth.

Conclusion 14 signals a timely shift in Vietnam’s energy security thinking

Vietnam is shifting its energy security strategy toward long-term reserves and resilience as global risks intensify.

Superpower rivalry reshapes global economy, forcing Vietnamese firms to adapt

Vietnamese businesses face rising risks as supply chains shift from efficiency to security in a fragmented global economy.

Vietnam’s two-speed economy: steady at the top, cautious below

Vietnam’s economy shows strong macro growth, but businesses and consumers remain cautious, reflecting a two-speed dynamic.

When the State steps in to steady Vietnam’s fuel market

Vietnam steps up fuel market control as global tensions disrupt supply, highlighting the role of the State in maintaining stability.

High school senior achieves record-breaking score in national thinking exam

Nguyen Tuan Dat sets a six-year record with 98.98 in Hanoi University of Science and Technology’s thinking assessment exam.

Fuel price surge squeezes daily life as costs ripple across markets

As fuel prices continue to rise, their impact is becoming increasingly visible in everyday life, from smaller breakfast portions to mounting pressure across supply chains.

Returning home, a farmer finds fortune in a ‘miracle herb’

Purple ba kich brings new hope to struggling rural land.

Where birds return and livelihoods grow in Quang Tri

Once known as a prominent bird trader in his region, Nguyen Cong Xuan has chosen a different path - one that brings life back to nature while creating a sustainable livelihood for his family.

Phan Chau Trinh’s legacy and the granddaughter he never met

A century after his passing, the ideals of Phan Chau Trinh continue to shape history through the life of Nguyen Thi Binh.