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10 education achievements that shaped Vietnam’s schooling in 2025

The Ministry of Education and Training has released a list of ten landmark accomplishments in Vietnam’s education sector throughout 2025, showcasing sweeping policy reforms, institutional upgrades, and student excellence.

Ancient palace foundations unveiled at Thang Long Imperial Citadel

New archaeological findings confirm the layered history and sacred scale of Kinh Thien Palace at the heart of Thang Long Citadel.

Vietnam, Russia exchange invitations for official visits in 2026

Leaders of both nations have extended mutual invitations, signaling deeper ties in the coming year.

Over 6 million recipients to get Tet gifts from the government

The Ministry of Finance confirms full disbursement of Tet gift funds for people with meritorious service and vulnerable citizens.

Early loudspeakers divide Vietnamese neighborhoods: Culture or nuisance?

From Bac Ninh to Da Nang, dawn loudspeaker broadcasts are sparking fierce debate as residents demand peace and officials weigh the line between tradition and disturbance.

Vietnamese tech shoppers flock to AI gadgets, affordable iPhone 14 Plus

AI-powered home electronics are becoming increasingly affordable in Vietnam, narrowing the price gap with traditional products. Meanwhile, the iPhone 14 Plus is being sold at an unexpectedly low price.

Radiant 20-year-old crowned Miss Peaceful Vietnam Student 2025

A third-year university student from Phu Tho has won the Miss Peaceful Vietnam Student 2025 crown, bringing tears to her eyes on stage.

15-year-old boy in Vietnam survives one-in-a-million dengue complication

Doctors saved the teenager from a form of dengue-linked pancreatic injury recorded only 70 times worldwide in 43 years.

The island ice cream man behind Vietnam’s viral travel videos

A humble ice cream vendor from Hon Son island, An Giang province, has gone viral on social media for filming breathtaking, heartfelt videos for tourists - completely free of charge.

Hanoi to spend over $23 million on Tet 2026 gifts for over 1.16 million people

The city will offer monetary gifts to war veterans, vulnerable groups, and the elderly during the Lunar New Year.

Vietnam’s top 10 ICT events 2025: A year of transformation

2025 marked a turning point as Vietnam passed landmark legislation governing nearly every aspect of its digital space.

Only 12% of Vietnam’s game market comes from local developers

Games produced by Vietnamese developers currently occupy only around 12% of the domestic market, while young players are increasingly influenced by foreign-origin gaming content.

Vietnam boosts global diplomacy with 75 key events in 2025

In a landmark year for diplomacy, Vietnam’s leadership expanded its global outreach, achieving record engagement with key global partners.

Heart-stopping moment as man crashes through rooftop in Bac Ninh

A dramatic video capturing the moment a young man crashed through a rooftop and landed inside a barber shop in Bac Ninh has gone viral, leaving viewers holding their breath.

Nine banks and businesses apply for gold bar production licenses

The State Bank of Vietnam has received applications from nine banks and businesses seeking licenses to produce gold bars, signaling a shift toward liberalizing the gold market under new government regulations.

The race to connect Long Thanh Airport with central Ho Chi Minh City

Long Thanh International Airport is expected to begin commercial operations by mid-2026.

Vietnam’s health sector sets 5-year target to raise life expectancy to 75.5

The healthcare sector outlines an ambitious national health agenda amid demographic and technological shifts.

Liquidity pressure surges, Vietnam’s deposit rates rise again

At a press conference on December 29, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) explained that a surge in credit demand and seasonal factors have created significant pressure on the liquidity of the banking system.

Endangered hornbill surprises HCMC resident after crash-landing in garden

A giant hornbill weighing approximately 3kg unexpectedly flew into the yard of a home in Dat Do commune, Ho Chi Minh City.

Highland girl becomes valedictorian runner-up with a dream for her homeland

Na Ni’s journey from a mountainous commune to one of Vietnam’s most prestigious universities shows the power of resilience and belief.