Despite the heartbreaking loss of their son, a family in Ho Chi Minh City chose to donate his organs, allowing another young man to live. This is a story of loss, hope, and second chances.

Vietnam’s private sector contributes over 50% of GDP, yet legal barriers hinder expansion. Experts urge reforms to unlock business potential.

The People’s Court of Hoa Bình Province has sentenced Hong Seok Joo, a South Korean national, to a VNĐ40 million fine for violating road traffic regulations that led to a fatal motorbike accident.

In terms of 2024 average PM2.5 concentration, the capital Hanoi was ranked seventh across 121 regional capital cities surveyed, higher than Indonesia’s Jakarta, in tenth place.

Experts predict that VN’s key export industries, including textiles, wooden furniture, electronic machinery and agricultural products, will continue to see positive growth in the US market throughout 2025.

The partnership will help to strengthen Vietnam’s financial sector for climate investments.

As export demand may decrease this year, Việt Nam should strengthen domestic business activities and services to drive economic growth, says Mariam Sherman, World Bank director for VN, Cambodia and Laos.

Canada’s recent changes in trade policies focusing on reducing domestic trade barriers are expected to provide significant benefits to Vietnam’s export.

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex in the northern province of Ninh Binh holds exceptional natural and cultural significance, carrying an economic value of 213 billion USD.

With the reopening of the Financial Times' Vietnam bureau, the number of foreign news agencies with a permanent presence in the country has now risen to 30.

In a document issued on March 11, the Hanoi People’s Committee stressed the need to mobilise all economic sectors, businesses and citizens to engage in socio-economic development, contributing to national growth.

Vietnam's Vitad Group and Israel's Ginosar Agro on March 12 signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement to accelerate the adoption of advanced Israeli technology in crop development across Vietnam.

Vietnam is considering amending aviation laws to certify and operate Chinese-made COMAC aircraft, addressing aircraft shortages and facilitating fleet expansion for airlines.

The latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 showcase VNU Hanoi’s impressive achievements, with multiple disciplines improving their positions and five subjects entering the rankings for the first time.

Apple is expected to introduce vapor chamber cooling in the iPhone 17 Pro series, enhancing heat dissipation and preventing thermal throttling.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction confirms only highly qualified contractors will be selected to construct the 350 km/h North-South high-speed railway, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Gold prices in Vietnam continue to surge, with SJC 9999 gold reaching 94 million VND ($3,840) per tael. Hanoi buyers queue in the rain, withdrawing savings to invest before prices climb further.

Major e-commerce platforms are increasing commission rates, forcing sellers to raise prices and reconsider their business strategies.

Several Vietnamese specialties, including com tam, banh beo, and banh tet, have been recognized as some of the finest rice dishes in Asia.

Residents of Hanoi’s aging collective housing blocks continue to live in structurally unsafe buildings despite government warnings. With redevelopment plans still uncertain, many are hesitant to relocate.