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Party General Secretary’s spouse and diplomats bond over Tet traditions

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, wife of Party General Secretary To Lam, joined female ambassadors and diplomats in experiencing Vietnamese Tet traditions, including the art of making banh chung, during a cultural event in Hanoi.

Thai and Japanese investors acquire key stakes in Vietnam’s industries

As Vietnam’s stock market struggles to gain momentum, foreign billionaires, particularly from Thailand and Japan, are seizing opportunities to acquire stakes in leading companies across strategic sectors.

Prime Minister orders investigation into real estate speculation and price hikes

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed a comprehensive crackdown on property speculation and price manipulation to stabilize Vietnam’s real estate market.

Advertising goldmine: Tao Quan commands $26,500 for 30 seconds

A must-watch Tet tradition, Tao Quan not only captivates audiences but also secures record-breaking ad revenues for VTV.

Vietnam sets 2025 goal: Boost market entry by 10% while cutting barriers

Vietnam aims to increase new and returning businesses by at least 10% in 2025, driven by reforms to simplify regulations and enhance market competitiveness.

Thai YouTuber experiences the charm of three-generation pho in Ho Chi Minh City

During her visit to Ho Chi Minh City, Thai singer Zom Marie experienced the rich heritage of Southern-style pho at a renowned family-run restaurant, spending over $24 on a memorable meal.

Vietnam dreams of the World Cup: ASEAN Cup win is only the beginning

Head coach Kim Sang Sik’s ambition to lead Vietnam to the 2030 FIFA World Cup reflects the nation’s footballing aspirations, but significant challenges remain beyond their recent ASEAN Cup victory.

Nearly 17.6 million international visitors return to Vietnam in 2024

After a strong recovery in 2024, Vietnam aims to attract up to 23 million international visitors in 2025, leveraging partnerships and new initiatives.

Talented student admitted to Harvard: speaks 4 languages, plays sports

Going to international schools since childhood, Linh Lan began her ‘dream of America’ very early. She has recently been admitted to Harvard, one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

Thai YouTuber enchanted by Hanoi’s traditional banh cuon

Hanoi’s banh cuon left Thai visitor Brinkkty and her group marveling at its soft, fragrant texture and rich, authentic taste.

Real estate market overcomes toughest period

The Ministry of Construction (MOC) says the real estate market has witnessed positive changes and overcome its toughest period, and that social housing development will see a breakthrough in the time to come.

Telcos seek solutions to find niche markets for 5G services

Telecom carriers, when commercializing 5G, need to join forces with solution and software firms to find niche markets and provide apps suited to Vietnam’s conditions, according to the Authority of Telecommunications (AOS).

Universities reduce number of state-paid staff, dissolve and merge departments

Hanoi and HCM City National Universities and other top-tier universities are moving ahead with the plan to streamline their apparatus, dissolving and merging many dependent units.

Digital transformation in healthcare sector proceeds at snail’s pace

The deployment of electronic medical records (EMR), the core of digital transformation in the healthcare sector, has been going very slowly.

Small- and medium-sized enterprises encouraged to 'play big'

Lacking qualified workers as well as knowledge about import/export policies is the biggest barrier for Vietnamese enterprises. But e-commerce platforms are expected to help boost exports of these businesses.

Why aren’t unemployment benefits raised to the maximum level?

Some experts believe that current unemployment benefits, equal to 60 percent of the average monthly salary, are too low and should be raised to 75 percent, equal to the pension benefit.

Hmong woman's videos about ethnic dishes attract viewers

The videos made and shown by Sung Thi Din, a Hmong woman, about the preparation of Hmong ethnic popular dishes have captured special attention online.

Tan Son Nhat Airport to serve over 900,000 passengers during Tet 2025

Tan Son Nhat Airport is set to handle over 900,000 passengers and 6,100 flights during the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2025 season, reflecting a record-breaking surge in holiday travel.

Drivers fined up to $125 for using ETC lanes with insufficient funds

Vietnam’s new traffic regulations impose fines of up to $125 for using ETC lanes with empty accounts, prompting calls for better enforcement and driver accountability.

Billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong and other giants plan blockbuster IPOs

Billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong is set to launch a blockbuster IPO for Vinpearl, leading a wave of major listings that promise to rejuvenate Vietnam’s stock market.