Institutional reform requires not only innovative frameworks but also the right individuals to design and implement them. A recent VietNamNet roundtable discussed how Vietnam can create a new era of progress through people-driven reforms.

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have been listed among the top 200 startup cities globally, according to an announcement shared by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) at a press conference for the Vietnam Innovative Startup Day (TECHFEST) 2024.

General Secretary To Lam and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a new era in bilateral relations with the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The amended Pharmacy Law prohibits online sales of prescription drugs, with e-commerce platforms required to ensure compliance with new legal standards.

Vietnam ranks first among ASEAN countries for the number of students studying in the US, with over 31,000 currently enrolled.

The WHA Smart Technology Industrial Park, with a $55 million investment, will serve as a key driver for industrial development in Thanh Hoa Province.

Vietnamese durian is taking China by storm, as exports soared 90% in volume year-on-year, eclipsing rivals like Thailand.

General Secretary To Lam’s official visit to Malaysia marks a significant step in advancing the two nations’ Strategic Partnership as they approach its 10th anniversary.

Vietnam’s latest decree on Internet use and gaming aims to curb addiction and mitigate negative impacts on youth and the economy.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s official visit to the Dominican Republic has paved the way for negotiations on agreements ranging from trade to visa waivers.

The Ministry of Labor is addressing wage policies and labor dispute mechanisms to support workers and ensure a stable labor environment.

The National Costume segment of Mr. World 2024 delivered a feast for the eyes, with nearly 70 contestants showcasing designs that embodied cultural pride and creative ingenuity.

Nha Trang, a picturesque coastal city in southern Vietnam, has been spotlighted by Travel+Leisure as the nation's premier seafood destination.

Vietnam showbiz experienced an unprecedented occurrence recently when tickets to two Vietnamese concerts sold out, while the K-Pop Super Concert was postponed because of slow ticket sales.

As many as 1,051 real estate firms in HCM City registered their establishment in the first nine months of the year, and more than 1,600 successful transactions were reported in the last three months.

A contentious debate has arisen over whether Vietnam should impose a 5 per cent VAT on fertilisers to boost local production or retain the current tax exemption to support farmers.

A traditional dessert originating from the Chinese community has recently gained fame for its unique flavor and an unusual name that some find hard to swallow: "chicken dung" dessert (chè phân gà).

In its conclusion following an inspection tour to the Vietnam Cement Corporation (Vicem), the Ministry of Finance’s (MOF) inspectors pointed out risks in some investment deals of the biggest domestic cement manufacturer.

Shrimp exports surge in 10 months, generating US$3.2 billion

Car sales have soared in the last few months thanks to a 50 percent cut in the vehicle registration tax. Sales are expected to peak in November.