The recent decline in natural rubber prices, typically seen as a positive signal for the tyre industry due to reduced input costs, has not brought the expected improvement in profitability.

Cam Linh Beach in Ha Tinh offers serene beauty, fresh seafood, and peaceful vibes just 380km from Hanoi.

The O Du ethnic people's ceremony to welcome the first thunder of the year has been listed as national intangible cultural heritage, in the category of social customs and beliefs.

Hanoi is taking steps to position itself as a pioneering green tourism city, with a roadmap that includes a ban on single-use plastics in hotels and tourist sites starting in 2026.

With the country rapidly advancing its plan to merge provincial-level administrative units, set to be completed by mid-August, the tourism industry, along with other sectors, is presented with challenges but also significant opportunities.

Credit growth for agriculture and rural development in Vietnam rose 5.31% in the first half of 2025 compared to the end of 2024, accounting for 23.16% of the country’s total outstanding loans.

The Han-Nom inscriptions on the cliffs of Non Nuoc Mountain in Hoa Lu ward of Ninh Binh province, represent the once-flourishing Han-Nom culture and heritage in Vietnam’s former royal capital.

The current highest minimum wage is just over VND5 million per person per month, but living costs in Hanoi and HCMC are significantly higher, making it difficult to survive.

Narrow roads, no emergency stopping lanes and a lack of rest stops are common features of two-lane expressways, contributing to frequent traffic accidents.

The Ministry of National Defense plans to honor contributors to UN peacekeeping missions with a special commemorative medal.

Nguyen Duc Thuan, Chairman of LEFASO, emphasised the need to promote the development of the raw material supply market towards scale, standardisation and transparency.

The trend of infusing folk culture and traditional arts into contemporary music is not only thriving in Vietnam but is also gaining ground internationally.

The Ministry of Finance is proposing a major overhaul of personal income tax, aiming to reduce complexity, ease compliance, and encourage economic growth.

A proposal to ban petrol-powered motorbikes in inner Hanoi is expected to boost demand for electric motorbikes, but concerns remain around charging infrastructure and the need for a broader product range.

The notorious life of Nam Cam, Vietnam’s most feared crime boss, ended in 2004, but his rise and fall continues to fascinate and terrify.

Vietnamese-Hungarian graduate Karolina My Lan wins top honors for her architectural tribute to cultural harmony.

Thai Hai in Thai Nguyen offers a rare, living connection to Vietnam’s cultural roots.

Fresh and frozen durian containers are lining up for export to the Chinese market, and, as a result, fruit and vegetable exports have reversed course, earning over $800 million in June.

From meticulously crafted handmade gifts to large-scale projects, Vietnamese fans express their love for idols in endlessly creative and meaningful ways.

Hue is undergoing a remarkable shift toward sustainable tourism, positioning itself as a national leader in eco-friendly travel practices.