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Ong Bac Temple: Chinese heritage by the river in An Giang

Ong Bac Temple is not only a spiritual sanctuary for the Chinese-Vietnamese community in An Giang but also a well-known cultural destination situated beside the Long Xuyen River.

How much pollution can your car emit? Vietnam sets new limits

A proposed national regulation introduces five emission levels for in-use cars, with a roadmap starting in 2026.

Long-standing school construction goals unmet in Hanoi

Despite resolutions dating back over a decade, Hanoi remains short more than 150 public high schools to meet student demand.

Airline punctuality in April: Who soared, who stalled?

April’s aviation report shows Bamboo Airways leading in punctuality, while VASCO and Vietjet had high delay and cancellation rates.

Ten new industrial projects start in Ba Ria-Vung Tu industrial zones

These projects are expected to significantly boost the province's industrial output and contribute to its economic growth trajectory, according to the provincial authorities.

Vietnamese athletes claim two golds at Asian Weightlifting Championships

Vietnamese athletes have won two golds from the Asian Weightlifting Championships which is being held in China.

FTA negotiation plan for 2025 to be submitted in May

To date, Vietnam has signed 16 FTAs with over 60 of the world’s major markets and three are under negotiation.

Vietnam, UK boost agricultural trade ties

The UK, with an annual agri-food import value of 67 billion USD, is seen as a high-potential market. In 2024, Vietnam’s agri-export turnover to the UK reached nearly 883 million USD, a 15.4% year-on-year increase.

Phu Quoc int’l airport to undergo major upgrade ahead of APEC 2027

Phu Quoc Airport will be expanded to accommodate up to 18 million passengers per year by 2027, 4.5 times its current capacity of 4 million. By 2050, the airport is expected to handle up to 50 million passengers annually.

Ministries, agencies asked to take measures to effectively manage gold market

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), ministries and agencies to implement measures to effectively manage the gold market.

Vietnam’s mollusc exports to China soar in Q1 2025

China emerged as the leading importer in the quarter, with its mollusc imports from Vietnam exceeding 23 million USD, a staggering rise of nearly 2,000%.

Vietnam, US promote cooperation in AI, semiconductor

AI and semiconductors have been identified as core sectors for development by both Vietnam and the US in the coming decade, thus contributing to balancing trade and investment between the two countries.

Banks face difficulties in requiring SOE shareholders to divest

According to the current regulations, the share ownership cap by an institutional shareholder in a credit institution is reduced from 15% to 10% and for an individual and his/her related parties from 20% to 15%.

Seafood industry diversifies market to achieve export target

​Vietnam’s seafood sector is setting ambitious goals for 2025 with a 4.35% growth rate and an export turnover of 11 billion USD.

VinSpeed proposes $61.35 billion investment for North–South high-speed railway

VinSpeed commits to mobilising 20% of the total capital, equivalent to 12.27 billion USD.

HCM City to host int'l electronics, smart appliances expo

The 2025 Vietnam International Electronics and Smart Appliances Expo (IEAE) will take place from May 29-31 in Ho Chi Minh City.

2025 National Sen Village Festival to open on May 15 evening

The 2025 National Sen (Lotus) Village Festival will open on May 15 evening to celebrate the 135th birthday of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890 - 2025).

Vietnam reaffirms deeper participation in UN peacekeeping activities: Officer

Vietnam has deployed nearly 1,100 personnel to UN peacekeeping missions.

Quality, branding, sustainability essential for VN coffee to go global: Insiders

With proactive business measures, market expansion policies, and improved product quality, Vietnam's coffee industry is still expected to achieve export turnover of around 7 billion USD in 2025.

Vietnam, US review 50 years of peace and reconciliation

Rachel Stohl, Senior Vice President of Research Programmes at the Stimson Centre, said Vietnam and the US have gone from former foes to comprehensive strategic partners, and are working together for peace and for the benefit of their peoples.