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Vietnam’s freelance workforce needs legal protections and insurance

Millions of gig workers in Vietnam lack contracts, benefits, and safety nets. New laws must bring them into the social insurance fold.

Vietnam businesses urged to act now on Net Zero roadmap

Mandatory emission inventories begin in 2025 - delaying means missing key opportunities.

How to keep Gen Z engaged with traditional media platforms

Gen Z has a distinct and diverse way of consuming news, posing new challenges for media agencies, including how to keep them engaged long-term on traditional media platforms.

Central Retail unveils 1.38 billion USD expansion plan for Thailand and Vietnam

Thailand's largest retailer, Central Retail Corporation (CRC), will invest over 45 billion THB (1.38 billion USD) through 2027 to expand mainstream markets and accelerate growth across Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Vietnam.

HCM City metro line 1 to launch smart card system from July 1

This move aims to improve service quality, diversify ticket purchasing options, and modernise the city’s public transportation system.

Over-regulation of rice exporters should be avoided

In the digital era, modern governance must rely on data, transparency, and trust. Public opinion has raised many concerns about the draft amendment to Decree 107 by the Ministry of Industry and Trade regarding rice exports.

Obesity on the rise in Vietnam, outpacing regional countries

Vietnam is experiencing a 38% increase in overweight and obesity rates, placing it among the Southeast Asian nations with the fastest-growing rates.

UOB: Vietnamese firms remain optimistic about business prospect

According to UOB, following the US’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs of 46% on Vietnamese goods on April 2, around 80% of Vietnamese businesses have proactively taken measures to respond to potential impacts.

Inactive bank accounts to be closed in September to combat fraud

About 86 million bank accounts have been identified as inactive and will be closed in September once a legal framework is established to prevent fraud and scams.

Steel trading businesses struggle as industry giants return

With rising protectionist policies for the steel industry, and the US imposing tariffs on steel exports, the sector has entered a challenging period. In response, many industry giants are returning to the domestic market.

Dak Lak hosts Vietnam Family Day 2025

The Vietnam Family Day, celebrated annally on June 28, aims to raise awareness among authorities at all levels and the wider society about the vital role of the family in national development, especially in this era of national advancement.

Administrative overhaul unlocks tourism sector’s growth

Localities like Ha Nam, Nam Dinh, and Ninh Binh, when reorganised, could form a new growth pole, leveraging their combined potential in ecological, historical, and spiritual tourism.

Aviation sector sees solid recovery in first half of 2025

Total passenger volume across the sector reached 41.3 million during the six-month period, up 10 % year-on-year.

Vietnam to host global logistics congress

As the most significant and high-profile event in the global logistics industry, FIATA World Congress 2025 is expected to gather over 1,200 delegates from more than 150 countries.

Lychee season draws tourists to Bac Giang

As lychee orchards in full bloom paint red the hillsides of the northern province of Bac Giang, the lychee hub is drawing a growing number of visitors keen to experience the region’s summer harvest.

Vietnam rallies the nation to fight plastic pollution

With 1.8 million tons of waste yearly, Vietnam accelerates green reforms for a sustainable future.

Applied and folk arts exhibition space debuts at Vietnam Fine Arts Museum

In the context of rapid digital advancement, digitising artifacts and applying technology to exhibition has become an essential trend for museums in the country, including the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, said Museum Director Nguyen Anh Minh.

Legislators mull over bill on state of emergency

The 15th National Assembly (NA)’s ongoing 9th session is set to see lawmakers vote to pass the Law on Personal Data Protection and hold a plenary discussion on the draft Law on the State of Emergency on the morning of June 26.

Bulgaria offers trade and investment prospects for Vietnamese firms

President of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tsvetan Simeonov has highlighted Vietnam’s strategic role as a key partner in Southeast Asia and proposed expanding business ties in key areas such as trade, technology, and investment.

Nearly 500 athletes compete in National Karate Championship 2025

As a flagship annual event, the Vietnam National Karate Championship plays a crucial role in offering athletes competitive experience and in promoting public awareness of the importance of physical fitness and sports participation.