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Vietnam to impose fines for e-cigarette use and possession

Vietnam has issued new penalties for e-cigarette users and those who accommodate them, with fines reaching up to $800.

Real estate market expected to make positive progress in 2026

Efforts to address legal bottlenecks related to projects and land, in line with Politburo Conclusion No77 and National Assembly Resolution No170/2024, have initially yielded results

2025 gold frenzy: Prices hit historic highs, public queues grow

In 2025, gold prices in Vietnam surged at an unprecedented pace, rising by over 81% and igniting mass buying frenzies.

Dr Nguyen Quan calls on scientists to unite and implement Resolution 57

Dr Nguyen Quan, President of the Vietnam Automation Association (VAA), stressed that the Association must fulfill its mission of mobilizing scientists, research institutes, universities, and businesses to jointly turn Resolution 57 into action.

Vietnam’s rising volleyball star eyes major deal after overseas debut

Vi Thi Nhu Quynh is quickly becoming the center of attention in Vietnamese volleyball, following an international stint and news of a high-profile signing ahead of the 2026 national championship.

Mastering core technologies: the key to Vietnam’s strategic autonomy

On December 25, the Central Steering Committee for the development of science, technology, innovation and digital transformation held a conference to review results in 2025 and outline key directions and tasks for 2026.

A radiant year for Vietnam’s stock market: VN-Index jumps 40%

With the VN-Index near 1,800 points, Vietnam emerged as one of the world’s top-performing markets in 2025.

Coach Kim Sang Sik rallies the fans for a triumphant 2026

Head coach Kim Sang Sik and his U23 Vietnam players have delivered heartfelt New Year messages to fans across the country as 2026 begins with high expectations.

Nguyen Thi Oanh secures fourth consecutive New Year’s marathon crown

Vietnamese athletes dominated the international half marathon, with Oanh and Hoang Nguyen Thanh topping their events.

Da Nang celebrates first international arrivals of 2026 with warm welcome

Airports in Da Nang and Chu Lai came alive on January 1 with joyful celebrations welcoming the first visitors of 2026, marking the start of a bustling tourism year for central Vietnam.

Over 3,000 cruise tourists launch Ha Long Bay’s 2026 tourism season

On January 1, the luxury cruise ship Celebrity Solstice brought over 3,000 foreign tourists to Ha Long Bay, officially kicking off Vietnam’s 2026 tourism season.

FIFA celebrates Vietnam’s golden football year with special New Year tribute

FIFA honors Vietnam’s stellar 2025 with a moving tribute and powerful imagery, spotlighting a football nation on the rise as 2026 begins.

Unpaid apprenticeship draws criticism toward Director Nguyen Quang Dung

Director Nguyen Quang Dung has triggered a heated debate after posting a recruitment notice for an unpaid part-time assistant, drawing two sharply conflicting streams of public opinion.

Global economy in 2025: Inflation cools, metals soar, risks intensify

In 2025, global markets saw precious metals skyrocket as inflation cooled unevenly and systemic risks escalated.

Education department directors in provinces gain recruitment authority

The director of local education and training department is responsible for recruiting and receiving personnel for public educational institutions in each province.

Experts debate e-invoice threshold amounts for business households

Experts say that requiring e-invoices for business households with revenue of VND1 billion or more is reasonable, and that a VND3 billion threshold will lead to negative consequences.

Zalo AI Summit 2025: Thousands join online to explore innovative AI apps

The Zalo AI Summit 2025, an annual AI forum with the theme "Vietnam in the era of AI-fication", held on December 20 in HCMC, gathered many experts in the field of AI from Vietnam and the world.

Residents in major cities concerned about pollution, traffic congestion

NA Vice Chair Nguyen Khac Dinh said that in major cities, especially Hanoi, people are concerned primarily about environmental pollution, traffic congestion and flooding. Other concerns around the country include online fraud and scams.

Rising violence in Vietnamese schools sparks urgent calls for reform

A series of violent incidents among students in 2025 reveals a troubling trend: school conflicts increasingly ending in serious injury or death.

Hanoi’s $1 street dessert delights Japanese travelers

For just 25,000 VND (around $1), a simple bowl of bánh trôi tàu (Vietnamese glutinous rice balls in ginger syrup) on a Hanoi sidewalk gave two Japanese tourists a heartwarming taste of Vietnamese winter - and left them singing its praises.