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Hanoi to set up public administrative service center, cut 2,580 staff

The public administrative service center will replace the existing one-stop-shop division, which will allow the city to cut 2,580 staff and save VND231 billion each year.

Vietnam's economy poised to gain from regional growth in 2025

The credit rating organisation Moody's has forecasted a positive economic outlook for the Asia-Pacific region in 2025, with accelerating growth in Southeast Asia, and Vietnam is expected to benefit notably from this trend.

Local car makers to benefit from 50% registration fee cut

Pent-up demand is due to push up car sales in the final months of the year, according to experts.

Vietnamese included in RoK's emergency alerts

The Republic of Korea (RoK)'s Ministry of Interior and Safety (MOIS) on August 26 announced that its emergency alert app, "Emergency Ready," will now support alerts in five languages, including Vietnamese.

Spanish player claims victory at PBA-LPBA SY Bazzar Hanoi Open 2024

Spanish billiards player Daniel Sanchez emerged as the champion of the PBA-LPBA SY Bazzar Hanoi Open 2024, defeating Eom Sang-pil from the Republic of Korea (RoK) with a final score of 4-2.

Ministry proposes new regulations on private tutoring: Public reaction mixed

The Ministry of Education and Training’s new draft regulations on private tutoring have sparked significant public debate, with some arguing for stricter controls while others emphasize the legitimate need for extra classes.

Vietnamese innovation: Biochar and wood vinegar production from durian shells

As the area under durian cultivation expands in Vietnam, innovative methods are being developed to convert the large quantities of discarded durian shells into biochar and wood vinegar, reducing environmental impact and boosting farmers’ incomes.

Exploring the 32km underground fortress beneath Quang Nam’s 300-year-old temple

Hidden beneath the ancient Thach Tan village temple in Quang Nam, the 32km-long Ky Anh Tunnel stands as a testament to Vietnam’s resilient underground resistance against the United States.

VN most unique park: stone-carved poetry at Phuc Gia Vien earns national record

Phuc Gia Vien Park, located in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, has been recognized with a Vietnam Record for its unique display of poetic verses and couplets engraved on artistic stone blocks.

Korean tourists navigate Hanoi’s maze-like streets to find egg coffee

The allure of Hanoi’s famous egg coffee drew South Korean tourist Bohee to the capital, but her journey to find the hidden café turned into an unexpected adventure.

Heart transplant: 100 medical staff & police unite for 1,000km operation

In an unprecedented operation, a heart traveled 1,000 kilometers from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, where it was transplanted into a patient, marking a milestone achievement thanks to the coordinated efforts of over 100 dedicated professionals.

Ho Chi Minh City welcomes over 1.7 million students back to school

With the start of the 2024-2025 academic year, over 1.7 million students across Ho Chi Minh City returned to their classrooms on August 26th, ready to embark on a new journey of learning and growth.

Vietnam's economy projected to grow 6.1% this year: WB

Vietnam’s economic growth is expected to pick up in 2024, driven by a rebound in manufactured exports and tourism, and recovering consumption and business investment, the World Bank (WB) said on August 26 in a new report.

Nguyen Hoa Binh, Ho Duc Phoc, and Bui Thanh Son appointed as Deputy PMs

During its 8th extraordinary session, the National Assembly voted to appoint Nguyen Hoa Binh, Ho Duc Phoc, and Bui Thanh Son as Deputy Prime Ministers.

National Assembly elects Minister of Justice & Minister of Environment

During its 8th extraordinary session on August 26, the National Assembly appointed Do Duc Duy as the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment and Nguyen Hai Ninh as the Minister of Justice for the 2021-2026 term.

NA elects Le Minh Tri as Chief Justice & Nguyen Huy Tien as Chief Procurator

The National Assembly made crucial appointments in Vietnam's judiciary, electing Le Minh Tri as Chief Justice of the Supreme People's Court and Nguyen Huy Tien as Chief Procurator of the Supreme People's Procuracy

Foreign tourist’s honest gesture in Mai Chau goes viral

An American travel blogger’s return to pay for his forgotten meal in Mai Chau has become a viral story, highlighting both his integrity and the warmth of a local stall owner.

HCM City’s largest cemetery to be transformed into schools and parks by 2025

Ho Chi Minh City is relocating Binh Hung Hoa Cemetery’s 54,000 graves to transform the area into educational facilities and parks by 2025.

VN representative earns second runner-up at Miss International Queen 2024

The Miss International Queen 2024 crown went to Peru's Catalina Marsano, with Vietnam's Nguyen Tuong San earning accolades as the second runner-up after an impressive performance throughout the competition.

VN firms advised to stay cautious amid Singapore’s trade regulation adjustment

The Vietnamese Trade Office in Singapore has advised Vietnamese businesses to closely monitor these adjustments and new policies that are currently in effect or will be implemented.