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False celebrity endorsements prompt Vietnam to seek stiffer advertising fines

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has requested relevant agencies to study and propose stricter administrative penalties for violations in advertising activities, particularly focusing on celebrity endorsements.

PM orders police probe into durian export fraud as sector expands rapidly

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed Prime Ministerial Directive No. 71, dated May 23, outlining urgent tasks to promote sustainable durian production and export.

Final tributes paid to President Tran Duc Luong across the nation

State leaders and the public gathered in Hanoi to bid final farewells to former President Tran Duc Luong in a solemn national ceremony.

HCM City faces hospital overload after administrative merger of provinces

Following the merger of Binh Duong and Ba Ria – Vung Tau provinces with HCM City, the healthcare demand is expected to surge, while medical resources may not immediately meet the needs in the initial phase.

Telegram vows compliance after Vietnam warns of potential block

Telegram has confirmed it is processing a formal request from the Authority of Telecommunications in Vietnam and will issue a response by May 27.

Northern Vietnam’s little-known ‘gift of nature’: a crunchy, bitter delicacy

Despite its bitter taste that some first-time eaters find hard to swallow, this “gift from nature” is considered a specialty in parts of Northern Vietnam, especially Phu Tho.

New emission standards for vehicles take effect on January 2027

Will Hanoi and HCM City, with millions of old motorcycles, be able to begin emission testing on January 1, 2027? What will happen to motorcycles over 10 years old that fail to meet the standards?

Gie Trieng student lands surprise US scholarship after tough academic path

After high school, Y Un Diem had no choice but to work for hire in the city to earn money. Saving money for two years, she resolved to resume her education only for a traffic accident to halt her studies again.

‘Endless AI research leaves us lost before a vast ocean’: CEO

Talking about AI, Le Hong Minh, Chair of VNG, stressed that true understanding comes only from doing. Endless theoretical research without action is like standing before a vast ocean—-directionless, he said.

‘Too many chiefs and not enough workers’ hinders inspections of businesses

National Assembly Deputy Pham Khanh Phong Lan from HCM City has questioned the quality and efficiency of inspection activities as inspection plans are designed many months in advance, allowing companies to conceal violations.

Vietnamese star receives International Special Award in Japan

Tung Duong received Japan’s International Special Award at the Music Awards Japan 2025, marking a milestone for Vietnamese music on the global stage.

Quang Ninh to welcome one million visitors for Buddha relic veneration

Quang Ninh province is preparing to welcome around one million visitors over four days for a special event to enshrine a Buddha relic at the Yên Tử heritage site.

Vietnam to block Telegram: Telecom firms must report by June 2

Telecom firms must report Telegram-blocking measures by June 2 under new government directive.

Hungarian president to make official visit to Vietnam this May

Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas and his spouse will make their first official visit to Vietnam from May 27 to 29 at the invitation of President Luong Cuong.

Vietnam's Health Minister: ‘People are lost in a market full of fakes’

Minister Dao Hong Lan calls for stricter enforcement and nationwide anti-counterfeit culture.

Meta, Marvell: Vietnam is a top destination for high-tech investment

Meta and Marvell name Vietnam a top high-tech investment hub at 2025 Vietnam Investment Forum.

Vietnam sets sights on leading global social policy reform

ILO Vietnam and Minister Dao Ngoc Dung agree on new projects to support climate resilience and welfare for ethnic minorities.

Vietnam to launch national cybersecurity maturity index

New cybersecurity index to assess readiness and resilience of state and private sectors.

Da Nang fireworks seats selling out fast, prices skyrocket

Although the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF 2025) won’t officially open until the evening of May 31, prime spots for watching the pyrotechnics are already in high demand - and fetching sky-high prices.

Vietnam police dismantle mushroom-based MLM ring involving 9,000 people

A trillion-VND scheme promoted a health supplement while secretly operating a transnational pyramid structure.