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.

Energy giants tighten costs as fuel prices surge

From carpooling to flexible construction, firms adapt to volatile oil markets.

Vietnam repatriates hundreds exploited in overseas job schemes

A total of 344 Vietnamese nationals have been brought home from Cambodia after being caught in a sweeping crackdown, exposing a persistent scam that preys on vulnerable job seekers.

Over VND1 trillion in corporate debt set for auction

A debt portfolio exceeding VND1.055 trillion (approximately US$43 million) linked to multiple corporate borrowers is being prepared for auction, as banks step up efforts to resolve non-performing loans.

Ho Chi Minh City receives 34 deportees from the US

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have received 34 Vietnamese citizens deported from the United States, according to a statement released by the city’s Immigration Management Division on March 23.

Pickup truck owners in Hanoi struggle under new traffic restrictions

New regulations limiting truck access during peak hours are forcing pickup truck users to rethink how they move goods and navigate the city.

Why past data cannot fully train AI for extreme weather

Vietnam’s weather chief underscores the limits of technology in critical moments.

Fuel shortage forces airlines to suspend multiple routes from April

Vietnam’s aviation sector is facing mounting pressure as jet fuel supply risks tightening, forcing domestic airlines to adjust operations and prioritize key routes.

Tourists gather as rare deep-sea fish washes up in Mui Ne

A rare oarfish, measuring around four meters in length, was found washed ashore in Mui Ne, drawing crowds of curious onlookers and foreign tourists.

83 Central Committee members elected to 16th National Assembly

According to the list of elected deputies to the 16th National Assembly, 83 are members of the Party Central Committee, including all members of the Politburo and the Secretariat.

Northern Vietnam braces for brief cold snap before early heatwave

Northern Vietnam is expected to experience a brief spell of weak cold air before entering its first heatwave of the season toward the end of March.

Vietnam and Russia sign nuclear power plant agreement

On March 23 local time in Moscow, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

Prime minister visits Russia’s Novatek, pushes major LNG projects

As part of his official visit to the Russian Federation, on the morning of March 23 (local time), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited and held a working session with Novatek, one of Russia’s and the world’s leading natural gas corporations.

China overtakes Thailand as Vietnam’s second-largest car exporter

According to newly released data from the General Department of Customs under the Ministry of Finance, in February 2026 alone, Vietnam imported 16,216 CBU vehicles worth more than US$359 million.

Controlling speculative credit: Government reinforces financial safety

Requirements to control credit and maintain credit growth discipline are reminders that the flow of capital in the economy needs careful regulation.

Social housing: the problems posed by low-income criteria

A family has lived in a social housing apartment for nearly 10 years and their children go to a school just a few hundred meters from home. Their jobs, neighbors and daily routines have all become closely tied to the residential area.

Wrong location and zero marketing: why a VND2 billion cafe failed

Seeing a Korean-style cafe crowded with customers, Hung borrowed nearly VND2 billion from a bank to open a similar shop. Less than a year later, the shop had to close.

Five-year ban on free-market transfers proposed for social housing

The Ministry of Construction (MOC) has proposed stricter regulations on the buying, selling, and transfer of social housing, allowing resale only to eligible beneficiaries under the policy.

The story behind American-Vietnamese wedding that went viral on the internet

Behind the wonderful wedding in Vinh Long is the enduring journey of two Vietnamese–American men who overcame barriers so they could hold hands with the full blessing of both families.

Vietnamese PM meets with Chairwoman of Federation Council of Russia

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Russian Federal Assembly Valentina Matviyenko in Moscow on March 23 (local time) as part of his official visit to the country.

Ho Chi Minh City to offer annual health check-ups for residents

From 2026, all residents in Ho Chi Minh City will be provided with periodic health check-ups or screening at least once a year under a newly issued municipal plan for the 2026–2030 period.

Ha Giang, Hoi An gain global spotlight in Time Out’s 2026 rankings

Ha Giang (Tuyen Quang) and Hoi An (Da Nang) have been named among the world’s 51 most beautiful destinations for 2026 by Time Out, ranking 17th and 51st respectively.

Int'l sourcing expo to open new supply chain links for Vietnam’s seafood sector

The Vietnam International Sourcing Expo 2026 is scheduled to take place from September 3 to 5 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in HCM City.

Child protection, support programme in cyberspace approved

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed Decision No. 468/QD-TTg approving a programme to protect and support children in cyberspace for 2026–2030.

Digital tools power Vietnam’s shift toward smarter fisheries

As VN steps up efforts to remove the EC’s warning over illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, digital technologies are emerging as a regulatory necessity and a powerful tool helping fishermen enhance productivity and economic efficiency at sea.

Vietnam praised as a welcoming destination for global travellers

While many destinations around the world are being forced to introduce “soft limits” to protect themselves from tourism pressures, Vietnam appears to be moving at a different rhythm.