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Vietnam seeks to expand rice export markets

Vietnam is seeking solutions to expand rice export markets as global and domestic supply rises and export prices show a downward trend, putting pressure on domestic rice prices and farmers’ incomes.

Religious resources emerge as a strategic pillar of national unity

New policies aim to unlock the full potential of religious engagement in society.

Should pickup trucks be banned from operating in inner-city areas?

Beginning on January 15, within inner-city roads, conventional trucks with a gross vehicle weight of under 2 tons have been allowed to operate only during peak hours, while those over 2 tons are permitted from 9pm to 6am the following day

Vietnam plans free textbooks nationwide by 2029-2030

The Ministry of Education and Training has proposed a plan to provide free textbooks to all general education students nationwide, with full implementation expected from the 2029-2030 academic year.

One vulgar remark is enough to destabilize a celebrity's entire career

Many Vietnamese artists, including musician Minh Khang, singer Le Quyen, Meritorious Artist Duc Hai, and singer Duy Manh, have faced severe public backlash due to vulgar statements, leading to serious consequences to their images and careers.

Two-letter .vn domains fetch up to VND1.58 billion at first auction

Vietnam’s first-ever auction of premium two-letter .vn domains highlights the growing value of digital assets in a rapidly evolving economy.

Rethinking local government: Beyond structure to governance

A shift in thinking from organizational restructuring to governance reform is emerging as a central theme in Vietnam’s next phase of development.

Vietnam’s airlines navigate fuel price shock with flexible strategies

Vietnam’s aviation industry is being forced into rapid adaptation as jet fuel prices surge far beyond initial projections, pushing airlines to rethink everything from fleet operations to ticket pricing.

Two oil-refining giants expect adequate fuel supply in VN amid global conflicts

Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC (NSRP) has secured sufficient crude oil to ensure operations at optimal capacity through the end of May, while Dung Quat Refinery is running at 120 percent capacity to boost domestic supply.

Starlink faces uphill battle in Vietnam’s low-cost internet market

Satellite internet service Starlink is unlikely to compete directly with Vietnam’s established telecom providers, largely due to its higher cost and the country’s already well-developed broadband infrastructure.

Are enterprises prepared for the E10 gasoline transition?

Major petroleum enterprises all say they have the infrastructure for blending and distributing E10 gasoline, a new type of gasoline expected to be widely sold nationwide starting from early April.

Tougher penalties proposed for fake news, including account seizure

Authorities are considering stricter sanctions, with fines and digital account confiscation for those spreading false information online.

Vietnam surge back into FIFA top 100 after dominant Asian Cup run

Vietnam’s national team closed their Asian Cup 2027 qualifying campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Malaysia 3-1 to secure a perfect record and return to the FIFA top 100.

Politburo reshapes leadership across five key national institutions

Vietnam announces major leadership appointments and organizational changes affecting core media and scientific institutions.

Cold air ends early heatwave as storms sweep across northern Vietnam

A brief spell of early-season heat across northern and central Vietnam has come to an abrupt end, as a weak cold air mass moves in, triggering widespread showers and thunderstorms on April 1.

U23 Vietnam fall to narrow defeat against China in CFA tournament finale

U23 Vietnam national football team put in a determined performance but fell to a 0-1 defeat against U23 China national football team in their final match of the CFA Team China 2026 friendly tournament.

Logitech appoints Sinem Erdogmus Yavuz to lead Southeast Asia

Logitech has announced the appointment of Sinem Erdogmus Yavuz as its new Regional Director for Southeast Asia, reinforcing the company’s strategic focus on one of the world’s most dynamic technology markets.

Ha Tinh man earns VND6 billion a year from a new eel farming model

Leaving behind a stable business job, a young man has built a profitable venture with a high-density mud-free eel farming model, generating more than VND6.6 billion in annual revenue and winning the 2025 Luong Dinh Cua Award.

Gia Lai, Lao provinces sign cooperation agreement

Gia Lai province signed a cooperation agreement for the 2026–2030 period with the four southern Lao provinces of Attapeu, Champasak, Salavan and Sekong at a conference held in the Vietnamese locality on March 29.

Vietnam affirms responsible role at UN Human Rights Council

Vietnam has reaffirmed its active and responsible role at the 61st regular session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), which concluded in Geneva on March 31 after six weeks of meetings amid increasingly complex global developments.