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Vietnam to assess English proficiency of schoolteachers nationwide

The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) will soon begin a nationwide English proficiency survey targeting schoolteachers, as part of a long-term plan to introduce English as a second language in Vietnamese schools.

Ben Thanh Market reopens with vibrant makeover for Tet

The newly reopened Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City is drawing crowds of residents and visitors alike, all eager to catch a glimpse - and a photo - of the beloved landmark’s fresh new look just in time for Tet (Lunar New Year).

PM orders crackdown on drunk driving during Tet

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed an urgent directive on behalf of the Prime Minister, calling for enhanced transport coordination and traffic safety measures during the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) and spring festival season.

The story of Cao Bang: from historic Pac Bo to an Asia-Europe gateway

Eighty-five years ago, Pac Bo was the site that kept the revolutionary fires burning. Today, Cao Bang is repositioning itself as an international "gateway," realizing the aspiration to turn the borderland into a link in the Asia-Europe supply chain.

Farmers spend millions daily to delay peach bloom ahead of Tet

Unseasonal weather and a leap year have led peach trees in Hanoi to bloom weeks ahead of schedule, prompting growers to spend millions of VND each day in efforts to delay the harvest and protect their Tet (Lunar New Year) season.

Prof. Ngo Bao Chau leaves US for top-ranked university in Asia

Professor Ngo Bao Chau has confirmed that he will leave the University of Chicago after 15 years of teaching to join the University of Hong Kong (HKU), starting in June 2026.

Critical Whitmore case in VN ends in recovery after intensive 21-day treatment

A 54-year-old man from Phuc Yen, Vietnam, has survived a severe infection caused by the dangerous Burkholderia pseudomallei bacterium, also known as Whitmore’s disease or melioidosis, after a 21-day battle in intensive care.

Resolution 79 and the shift in SOEs' management thinking

Accepting risk and changing the governance mindset are the keys for state enterprises to escape the “ask-give” mechanism and truly transform into global brands, according to Nguyen Dinh Cung, former head of CIEM.

Government suspends new food safety decree until mid-April

The government has officially decided to suspend the effectiveness of Decree No. 46/2026 and adjust its enforcement timeline. The decree provides detailed guidelines for implementing several provisions of the Law on Food Safety.

Over $10 million paid to bondholders in eighth round of Van Thinh Phat case

On February 5, the HCM City Civil Judgment Enforcement Department announced it had completed the eighth round of payments to bondholders in the high-profile Van Thinh Phat case, involving businesswoman Truong My Lan and her associates.

Ceremonial welcome for Vietnamese party chief in Vientiane

A solemn welcome ceremony was held this morning at the Presidential Palace in Vientiane, Laos, for General Secretary To Lam and the high-level Vietnamese delegation.

Women leaders receive unanimous support to run for National Assembly

A number of senior female officials have received full voter support to run for the 16th National Assembly and People's Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term.

HCM City appoints new principals and vice principals across high schools

On February 5, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training officially announced a series of new appointments and transfers involving school principals and vice principals at public high schools across the city.

Vietnam looks to explosive duo Xuan Son – Dinh Bac at ASEAN Cup

The prospect of Nguyen Xuan Son and Nguyen Dinh Bac starting side by side in Vietnam’s frontline has become a major talking point among fans ahead of ASEAN Cup 2026.

Whale of a statue: Giant bronze Ca Ong unveiled in Vung Tau

A giant bronze statue of Ca Ong - the revered whale of Vietnamese sea folklore - has just been completed at Bai Sau beach in Vung Tau, offering a new cultural and visual landmark for locals and visitors alike.

Apple dares to break all the rules with iPhone Fold

Apple takes a bold leap into the foldable market with its long-awaited iPhone Fold, signaling a radical departure from conventional iPhone design principles.

Two Hanoi students score perfect 9.0 IELTS on first attempt

A class at Hanoi’s Foreign Language Specialized High School has made headlines after two of its 11th-grade students achieved perfect 9.0 scores in their first-ever IELTS test.

Average Tet bonus rises to 8.69 million VND per worker

Over 50,000 businesses report a 13% increase in average Lunar New Year (Tet) bonuses in 2026.

Vietnam’s peacekeepers bring Tet to Africa with “banh chung diplomacy”

As the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches, the rhythms of spring reach even the farthest corners of the world - including a contested region of Africa, where Vietnamese UN peacekeepers are serving far from home.

Vietnam’s software engineers power Japan’s digital backbone

Vietnam has become Japan’s second-largest software partner, with Vietnamese engineers deeply embedded in the operational backbone of Japan’s digital economy.