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Vietnamese to have four-day National Day holiday

Vietnam’s National Day holiday, the final holiday of 2025, will last four days, from August 30 to September 2, the Ministry of Home Affairs has announced.

Vietnam expects more substantive, effective ties with Arab League: President

To build on the cordial relations, President Luong Cuong called for enhanced political and diplomatic engagement to deepen trust and mutual understanding between Vietnam and AL member states.

Emergency aid delivered to flood-affected communities in Dien Bien, Son La

Dien Bien will receive 150 million VND in cash and 200 family relief kits, while Son La will receive 50 million VND and an equal number of kits to ease the consequences of floods, landslides, and prolonged torrential rains.

Heart transplant unites oldest-ever patient, long-distance donor

The Hue Central Hospital on August 4 held a ceremony to discharge and congratulate a 56-year-old patient on his successful heart transplant, marking the hospital’s 19th successful surgery of this kind.

80th National Day: Events to highlight nation's key achievements

Numerous commemorative activities highlighting the national remarkable achievements will be held nationwide in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 – 2025) and National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025).

Vietnam, Laos to strengthen cooperation in trade, energy, border logistics

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien held official talks with his visiting Lao counterpart Malaithong Kommasith in Hanoi on August 4.

Additional emergency relief approved for flood-hit provinces

The emergency assistance is aimed at helping stabilise local lives and address consequences following the recent devastating floods in Dien Bien and Nghe An.

Vietravel Airlines welcomes second Airbus aircraft

Vietravel Airlines on August 4 welcomed its second owned aircraft, an Airbus A320, at the Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, marking a new milestone in the airline’s efforts to enhance operational capacity and pursue sustainable development.

PM chairs first meeting of private economy steering committee

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, head of the national steering committee for implementing the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on private economic development, chaired the committee’s first meeting on August 4 evening.

State President tours Grand Egyptian Museum

State President Luong Cuong, accompanied by his spouse and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, on August 4 toured the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a monumental cultural landmark of Egypt in the 21st century.

Exhibition honours Vietnamese women, Vietnam-Mexico ties

An exhibition honouring Vietnamese women and their role in the nation's struggle for independence has opened in Mexico city, celebrating the strong ties between Vietnam and Mexico.

Vietnam banks set new record in staff income in early 2025

Seven banks now offer average monthly salaries over 40 million VND, reflecting a new era of employee compensation in the banking sector.

Behind bars: Charity-masked gang bosses Duong “Nhue” and Minh “Sam”

Criminal empires masked as goodwill ventures fall as Vietnamese authorities dismantle their grip on real estate and markets.

Nung sisters’ viral corn snacks spark new path for Vietnam’s farmers

USDA-certified and e-commerce savvy, their puffed corn is selling out online.

Vietnam’s pepper sector flags VAT imbalance amid massive refunds

The spice industry contributed just $2.2 million in VAT but received $83 million in refunds, prompting calls to restructure export tax policy.

Vietnam updates rules for banks and kicks off domestic carbon market

Major new policies take effect this August, reshaping how state-owned banks and enterprises manage capital and launching Vietnam’s own carbon trading platform.

Big4 bank race: Vietcombank tops profit, VietinBank cuts staff sharply

Vietnam’s top four state-owned banks all saw rising profits, but only Agribank cut bad debt while VietinBank made a bold move with massive staff cuts.

E10 fuel rollout in HCMC sees skepticism from drivers, confidence from fleets

Despite support from fleet operators, Ho Chi Minh City drivers remain cautious about using E10 fuel, citing engine concerns and social media rumors.

Vietnam to have stock exchange dedicated for startups

For the first time, Vietnam will establish a state-funded venture capital fund and a dedicated stock exchange for startups, allowing entrepreneurial businesses to IPO domestically.

Vietnam sets food safety standards for fresh durian exports

For the first time, Vietnam establishes a dedicated food safety protocol for durian, covering every stage from farm to export.