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Party Central Committee convenes 10th plenum

The 13th Party Central Committee commenced its 10th plenum in Hanoi on September 18 under the chair of Party General Secretary and State President To Lam.

Public awareness serves as 'shield' against online fraud: MIC

Noting that people’s awareness is the most powerful weapon to fight online scams, the Authority of Information Security (AIS) said everyone needs to disseminate anti-scam knowledge to help protect the public.

Vietnam launches digital infrastructure framework to accelerate development

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has introduced a groundbreaking digital infrastructure framework aimed at revolutionizing the nation’s digital landscape.

V-League opens doors for overseas Vietnamese players, but adoption slow

The Vietnam Professional Football (VPF) has doubled the quota for overseas Vietnamese players in the 2024/25 season, allowing each team to register up to two players, compared to one in the previous season.

Residents postpone building plans as underground-space policy remains incomplete

Many households in HCM City have had to postpone their plans to build homes with basements for the last year because licensing has been suspended.

Hanoi sets stage for smart traffic solutions with new monitoring system

The Hanoi Department of Transport has proposed a 392 billion VND investment in an Intelligent Transport System, including the installation of 600 traffic monitoring cameras across the city from 2025 to 2027.

Hospital-acquired infections pose threat to cancer patients

Nosocomial infections, or infections acquired during a stay in healthcare facilities, pose a threat to patients, prolong treatment time, and increase treatment costs.

Ministry names Hanoi areas with abnormally high property prices

In Hanoi, the prices of apartments and separate houses in some areas such as Tay Ho, Hai Ba Trung, Ba Dinh and Hoai Duc have increased abnormally amid unchanged market conditions and demand.

Should Vietnam introduce a carbon tax? experts weigh the pros and cons

As Vietnam considers implementing a carbon tax, experts are divided over its potential benefits and drawbacks. While some believe it will help reduce emissions, others warn of potential economic harm.

Vietnamese province is first to earn money from 'low-emission rice'

Mekong Delta farmers have harvested rice from the first crops produced with a low-emission cultivation model, while Dak Lak province has become the first province in Vietnam to sell reduced carbon from rice.

Hanoi’s Old Quarter comes alive with vibrant Mid-Autumn Festival

The heart of Hanoi pulsated with life as locals and tourists alike gathered in the Old Quarter to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, transforming the area into a bustling hub of culture and tradition.

Impending storm No. 4 threatens central Vietnam, from Quang Binh to Quang Ngai

Central Vietnam is on high alert as Tropical Storm No. 4 gears up to make landfall between Quang Binh and Quang Ngai within the next 48 hours, prompting local authorities to prepare for significant weather disruptions.

Dang Bich Ha, esteemed historian and wife of General Vo Nguyen Giap, dies at 96

Vo Hong Nam, son of General Vo Nguyen Giap and Mrs. Dang Bich Ha, announced that his mother passed away at 12:50am on September 17.

IShowSpeed draws crowds at Ben Thanh Market, tastes Vietnam’s famous banh mi

During his first visit to Ho Chi Minh City on September 14, popular American YouTuber IShowSpeed (real name Darren Watkins Jr.) was greeted by a large crowd of excited Vietnamese fans.

Which agency is responsible for dangerous imported substances like N2O?

Dinitrogen oxide (N2O) derivatives contained in funky balloons have sedative and pain-relieving effects in medicine, but abuse of this chemical poses a danger to people.

HCMC's Ring Road 4 to be presented to NA, cost estimated at $5.6bil

The upcoming Ring Road 4 project, estimated at 136,000 billion VND ($5.67 billion), is set to be submitted to the National Assembly in October 2024.

HoSE places multiple stocks under warning, including Novaland’s NVL

The Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HoSE) has announced that multiple stocks will be placed under warning due to the delayed submission of semi-annual 2024 financial reports.

Newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador presents credentials to President To Lam

General Secretary and President To Lam welcomed newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam, He Wei, on September 17, 2024.

Proposed 9-day Tet Holiday in 2025 awaits government approval

The Ministry of Labor, War Invalids, and Social Affairs (MOLISA) has proposed a 9-day holiday for the Lunar New Year 2025, providing civil servants and public employees with an extended break to celebrate with their families.

Vietravel Airlines appoints Dao Duc Vu as New CEO

Vietravel Airlines has appointed Dao Duc Vu as its new CEO, effective September 4, 2024. Vu, with over 35 years of experience, replaces Nguyen Minh Hai, who resigned for personal reasons.