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Understanding why SBV won’t step into SJC gold pricing

Although Decree 24 empowers the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to intervene and stabilize the gold market, it does not authorize the SBV to control the buying and selling prices of SJC gold bullion set by enterprises or commercial banks.

Live-action How to Train Your Dragon soars to No. 1 at Vietnam box office

The live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon has soared to the top of the Vietnamese box office upon its release, knocking last week’s champion, the horror film Duoi Day Ho (Under the Lake), down to fourth place.

Vietnam adopts two-tier government structure, phasing out district level

The National Assembly passes a historic reform, simplifying local governance to province and commune levels.

Vietnam’s blockchain firms look abroad as legal framework lags behind

If Vietnam’s legal framework aligns with global standards, it will encourage blockchain companies to register and establish headquarters in Vietnam, rather than abroad as is often the case now.

‘Empress Ki’ star Ji Chang Wook to attend Da Nang Asian Film Festival

The organizing committee of the 3rd Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III) has confirmed to VietNamNet that actor Ji Chang Wook will attend the opening ceremony of DANAFF III on June 29.

U40 chef turns life around after working in China, runs 3 restaurants

Never passionate about cooking, Nguyen Van Thuc saw his life change after working in a restaurant and encountering a mysterious customer.

New law bars celebrities from promoting products they don’t understand

On the morning of June 16, the National Assembly passed an amended law on advertising, increasing accountability for advertisers, especially celebrities and influencers.

Vietnam expands unemployment insurance coverage under new law

The amended Employment Law broadens coverage to part-time and short-term contract workers, taking effect in 2026.

Vietnam passes landmark Teachers Law with top-tier pay and protections

The Teachers Law brings sweeping changes to benefits, ethics, and recruitment policies.

iPhone 17 Pro Max leaks reveal 12 thrilling upgrades

A fresh wave of leaks reveals exciting camera, battery, and AI boosts in Apple’s upcoming flagship. From 48MP telephoto to dual video recording, the iPhone 17 Pro Max may be Apple’s most advanced phone yet.

Vietnam to revise textbooks following provincial reorganization

Key school subjects will be revised to include updated maps, data, and local content due to nationwide administrative changes.

Outlook for Vietnam's banks in 2025 remains stable

The outlook for Vietnam's banks in 2025 is stable, but challenges remain, especially risks from real estate and liquidity pressure at some small-scale banks, experts said at a recent conference.

Vietnam's Nha Trang city tops search rankings among Koreans

The coastal city of Nha Trang in Vietnam’s south-central province of Khanh Hoa, has emerged as the most sought-after summer destination for travellers from the Republic of Korea (RoK), according to digital travel platform Agoda.

Phu Quoc improves tourism to well serve APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in 2027

Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia.

Average speed of nationwide mobile broadband network remains stable in May

All four major network operators — Viettel, MobiFone, VNPT and Vietnamobile — maintained their network performance last month, without recording any significant changes from April.

Coffee exports hit record on EU, US demand

Vietnam’s coffee export outlook remains optimistic, projecting the full-year export value at 7 billion USD.

Vietnamese language proficiency exam in Japan sees record participation

The 8th Vietnamese language proficiency exam took place on June 15 at the Japan College of Foreign Languages in Tokyo. It featured six levels, from the introductory Pre-Level 6 up to Level 1.

Vietnam’s National Assembly adopts historic constitutional amendments

The National Assembly (NA) unanimously approved a resolution amending key provisions of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on June 16, with all 470 delegates present at the 9th session voting in favour.

Vietnam, Indonesia strengthen partnership in digital sector

Vietnam’s FPT Corporation has established a strategic cooperation with Indonesia's Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) across various sectors in the digital field.

Indian Film Festival organised in Son La

Renowned Indian films are on screen in the northern mountainous province of Son La, within the framework of the Indian Film Festival from June 13 to 15.