Hue is rich in heritage, but why has it yet to turn that wealth into prosperity?

Despite its extraordinary cultural heritage, Hue has struggled to generate economic returns that match its potential. 

Surplus offices provide space for affordable senior day-care centers

Surplus offices provide space for affordable senior day-care centers in Vietnam, turning vacant ward offices into daytime homes where seniors exercise, socialize and return to family in the evening.

Man proposes 14 times before woman agrees to marry him

Man proposes 14 times before winning Thuc Dinh's heart. From being rejected on the first meeting to a lavish wedding with 700 guests just 10 months later, this is the persistent love story of Minh Phuc and Thuc Dinh on Vo chong son.

Tourist extends Cao Bang trip to 15 days after seeing ripening rice fields

Tourist extends Cao Bang trip to 15 days after seeing ripening rice fields. What was meant to be a one-week visit turned into a slow journey through Ban Gioc Waterfall, golden valleys and mountain villages in northeastern Vietnam.

Man cycles around HCMC to sell hand-painted hat boi masks

Man cycles around HCMC to sell hand-painted hat boi masks he paints for six hours each, keeping a rare 30-year craft alive despite unsteady income.

Top Vietnamese, Lao leaders meet in Phnom Penh

Party General Secretary and President To Lam and Lao leader Thongloun Sisoulith reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, prioritising strategic infrastructure projects, economic cooperation and human resource development.

Vietnam’s digital economy gains momentum with AI adoption

Vietnam’s digital economy is expanding beyond high-tech manufacturing into banking, other economic sectors and the public sector.

Chilean President arrives in Hanoi for official visit to Vietnam

Chilean President José Antonio Kast and his spouse, María Pia Adriasola de Kast, arrived in Hanoi on the morning of November 15, beginning an official visit to Vietnam.

Top Vietnamese leader attends opening session of 20th Francophonie Summit

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam led a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation to the opening session of the 20th Francophonie Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on the morning of November 15.

Vietnam’s pepper and spice exports target 2.4 billion USD in 2026

 Vietnam’s pepper and spice exports are expected to reach around 2.4 billion USD in 2026, representing year-on-year growth of at least 10%, according to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA).

Vietnamese PM calls for ASEAN infrastructure priority list through 2040

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has proposed a list of strategic ASEAN infrastructure projects through 2040, urging the bloc to prioritise cross-border connectivity, mobilise investment and turn regional commitments into concrete action.

11 Vietnamese creators to represent country at TikTok Awards Southeast Asia 2026

Vietnamese content creators will compete at the TikTok Awards Southeast Asia 2026 in Bali on November 27 after a nationwide public vote attracted 13 million votes, highlighting the country's growing influence in the regional digital creator economy.

Da Nang takes local cuisine onto digital map

Da Nang is bringing its culinary heritage into the digital age with interactive food maps, delivery platforms and cashless payments, helping visitors discover local specialities while opening new markets for traditional vendors.

Vietnam attends 48th Ministerial Conference of Francophonie in Cambodia

Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Manh Cuong, on behalf of Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung, attended the 48th session of the Ministerial Conference of Francophonie (CMF) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on November 14.

Ho Chi Minh City seeks 6,000 MW of new power capacity to attract high-tech FDI

Proactively developing power infrastructure, diversifying energy supplies and expanding access to green energy are becoming essential for Ho Chi Minh City to maintain its competitive edge in attracting high-tech foreign direct investment (FDI).

Vietnam plans to go green by expanding ASEAN eco-schools model

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment launched the 2026 ASEAN Eco-Schools Award and held a meeting of the ASEAN Eco-Schools Network in Vietnam on November 13, aiming to promote environmentally friendly school models nationwide.

Ho Chi Minh City plans five TOD areas along Metro Line No. 2

Ho Chi Minh City is preparing plans for five transit-oriented development (TOD) zones covering 939 hectares along Metro Line No. 2, aiming to reshape urban growth around public transport as it expands its railway network.

Argentine documentary revisits journalist's disappearance during Vietnam War

The documentary “A Price We Have to Pay” (Un precio que tenemos que pagar) by Argentine director Ricardo Preve premiered at the 41st Mar del Plata International Film Festival, garnering profound interest and emotion from the audience.

Former Vietnamese provincial vice chairman jailed over illegal sand mining case

A Hanoi court has sentenced former Thanh Hoa Vice Chairman Le Duc Giang to three years in prison for illegally approving mining rights and a sand extraction licence, causing more than VND 5.1 billion ($198,000) in State losses.

Vietnam reports nearly 464,000 blind people aged 50 and over

More than 3,000 domestic and international delegates are attending the 2026 Vietnam Ophthalmological Society Conference (VOS 2026) and the 12th Indochina Ocular Inflammation Study Group Meeting, which opened in Da Nang on November 13.

Seven green-tech startups secure 770,000 USD at Net Zero Challenge 2026

Seven startups from Vietnam, Switzerland, India and Thailand have received a total of 770,000 USD in grants and investment awards at Net Zero Challenge 2026 to pilot innovative climate solutions in Vietnam.

National Assembly adopts amended Law on Metrology

The National Assembly (NA) on November 13 approved the Law on amendments and supplements to a number of articles of the Law on Metrology, with all 457 deputies participating in the vote casting their ballots in favour.

Inspection commission reviews disciplinary cases, Tuyen Quang exam violations

The Party Central Committee’s Commission for Inspection convened its 16th session in Hanoi on November 13 under the chair of its head Tran Sy Thanh.

Vietnam’s golf tourism maintains strong international appeal

VN has won Asia's Best Golf Destination 2026 at the World Golf Awards, extending its winning streak to 10 years. Hanoi also secured the World's Best Golf City Destination title for the third time, reinforcing the country's global golf tourism appeal.

Hoi An offers unique tourist experiences during flooding season

Rising floodwaters in Hoi An ancient town, central Da Nang city, have offered domestic and international tourists a different way to explore the heritage site.

Female shooter takes world silver, qualifies for Los Angeles Olympics

Trinh Thu Vinh has made history after she won a world shooting silver medal and became the first Vietnamese athlete to qualify for the Los Angeles Olympic Games 2028.