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Vietnam boosts global diplomacy with 75 key events in 2025

In a landmark year for diplomacy, Vietnam’s leadership expanded its global outreach, achieving record engagement with key global partners.

Heart-stopping moment as man crashes through rooftop in Bac Ninh

A dramatic video capturing the moment a young man crashed through a rooftop and landed inside a barber shop in Bac Ninh has gone viral, leaving viewers holding their breath.

Nine banks and businesses apply for gold bar production licenses

The State Bank of Vietnam has received applications from nine banks and businesses seeking licenses to produce gold bars, signaling a shift toward liberalizing the gold market under new government regulations.

The race to connect Long Thanh Airport with central Ho Chi Minh City

Long Thanh International Airport is expected to begin commercial operations by mid-2026.

Vietnam’s health sector sets 5-year target to raise life expectancy to 75.5

The healthcare sector outlines an ambitious national health agenda amid demographic and technological shifts.

Liquidity pressure surges, Vietnam’s deposit rates rise again

At a press conference on December 29, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) explained that a surge in credit demand and seasonal factors have created significant pressure on the liquidity of the banking system.

Endangered hornbill surprises HCMC resident after crash-landing in garden

A giant hornbill weighing approximately 3kg unexpectedly flew into the yard of a home in Dat Do commune, Ho Chi Minh City.

Highland girl becomes valedictorian runner-up with a dream for her homeland

Na Ni’s journey from a mountainous commune to one of Vietnam’s most prestigious universities shows the power of resilience and belief.

Party & State distribute Tet gifts to national contributors & vulnerable groups

To mark the 14th National Party Congress and Tet 2026, millions of Vietnamese will receive State-sponsored gifts.

The 8 best smartphones of 2025, ranked by real-world performance

From all-around performance to cutting-edge cameras and battery life, here are 2025’s top phones across every category.

Vietnam’s top university warns of fake job, donation scams

Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM), the country’s largest university, has issued an urgent warning about recent cases of online impersonation involving fraudulent recruitment and donation activities.

Daily fire offering and stone prayer rituals at Saigon’s 100-year-old temple

Every day, hundreds of people visit the Mariamman Temple in Ho Chi Minh City to offer sacred fire and press their faces against stone in prayer - a gesture of deep reverence and a plea for peace.

General Secretary To Lam: Data is a new asset powering national progress

General Secretary To Lam has underscored that national data is a strategic asset intrinsically tied to national sovereignty, security, and the rights of the people.

Vietnam's competition authority summons VNG over Zalo's data collection

Zalo's decision to enforce new terms of service regarding user data has drawn the attention of Vietnam’s competition authority.

Cold air likely to return to the North at the start of 2026

A new wave of cold air is expected to hit Northern Vietnam right after New Year’s Day, bringing cold, drizzle, and fog.

Vietnamese fans get access to all AFC tournaments through 2029

AFC confirms TV360 as Vietnam’s exclusive broadcaster for major football tournaments, starting with the 2026 U23 Asian Cup.

Million-dollar properties gather dust as luxury rental market fades

Once a symbol of status, luxury towers and upscale villas across Hanoi are increasingly sitting vacant - gathering dust and sporting “For Rent” signs that remain untouched for months on end.

Samsung struggles with Galaxy S26 pricing as launch nears

Facing rising costs, Samsung must choose between protecting profit margins or preserving market share ahead of the Galaxy S26 launch.

Hanoi land-auction report 2025: thousands of sqm of land hit the market

At the end of 2025, the Hanoi land market is witnessing an unprecedented surge as local authorities launch a massive wave of auctions covering everything from suburban residential plots to high-value "gold land" plots in the city center.

Long Bien Bridge gets structural makeover after years of decay

Workers are replacing key components of Hanoi’s iconic Long Bien Bridge as part of a major restoration effort aimed at improving safety and stability.