Nha Trang Sea Festival to feature music, carnival, int’l sports

A large-scale carnival parade, a grand music show and vibrant international cultural, sport exchanges will headline the Nha Trang Sea Festival 2025, expected to draw over 20,000 visitors throughout June.

Vietnam accompanies supporting industries in digital transformation

"Made in Vietnam" supporting industry products have gained trust from major global corporations like Samsung, LG, Honda, and Toyota. Many domestic firms have become suppliers of key parts in global product chains.

Vietnam posts 4.67 billion USD in five-month trade surplus

The country's export earnings grew by 14% while its imports rose by 17.5%, resulting in a trade surplus of 4.67 billion USD during the five-month period.

Vietnam promotes circular economy transition in textile sector

Vietnam's textile and footwear sector targets annual export growth of 7.5–8% from 2021 to 2025, with turnover expected to reach 50–52 billion USD by 2025 and 68–70 billion USD by 2030.

National strategy for women’s football development unveiled

The strategy focuses on professionalising women’s football at all levels, from domestic competitions and clubs to the national team, enhancing match quality, inspiring younger generations, developing female coaches and referees.

Vietnam-China railway service heralds new chapter in bilateral relations

China’s state-run website china.com.cn has recently published an article on the Vietnam – China international train’s resumption after five years, calling it a golden bridge of friendship and development.

Nearly 100 chess players compete at Quang Ninh int’l grandmaster tournament

The second Quang Ninh GM/IM/FM Chess Tournament 2025 draws nearly 100 players from nine countries – India, Russia, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Myanmar, Bangladesh, the Philippines, and host Vietnam.

Some 1,500 Koreans to join Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2025

The Halong Bay Heritage Marathon is an official race under the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), with a certified international-standard course.

Hanoi to host large-scale culture, heritage festival

The Hanoi People's Committee has issued Plan No. 157/KH-UBND on organising the Thang Long - Hanoi Festival 2025, aiming to honour, preserve and promote the values of cultural identities and heritage of the capital city.

Private firms urged to fast-track documents for North-South railway construction

In their proposals, VinSpeed plans to implement the North-South high-speed railway project in five years while Thaco, seven years.

Vietnam welcomes over 9.2 international tourist arrivals in five months

During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.

Vietnam–US trade ties make new progress

The agreements were signed as part of a working visit by a delegation from Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment to the states of Iowa, Ohio, and Maryland, and Washington D.C., from June 2 to 6.

Vietnamese PM’s spouse presents special gift to Estonian PM’s wife

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s spouse Le Thi Bich Tran presented a mosaic of the Estonian Prime Minister and his wife crafted from nearly 2,000 pieces of fabric to the Estonian lady.

Vietnamese PM arrives in Nice, beginning working trip to France

This marks the first time a Vietnamese Prime Minister has participated in a UNOC. It is also PM Chinh’s first official visit to France since the two countries upgraded their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in October 2024.

Vietnam’s overseas investment increases by 2.3 times in first five months

Vietnamese investors have primarily focused on the production and distribution of electricity, gas, hot water, steam, and air conditioning, which accounted for 35% of total outbound investment.

Construction of key thermal power plant begins

The O Mon 4 Thermal Power Plant will bring Petrovietnam’s total installed capacity to over 9,3000 MW, accounting for around 10% of the country’s total power capacity.

Rare mushroom delicacy draws tourists to Dalat's forests in rainy season

During Dalat’s rainy months, travelers flock to pine forests for guided mushroom-foraging adventures and the chance to taste wild, seasonal delicacies.

Vietnam reveals 21 national tech challenges to drive innovation by 2027

The Ministry of Science and Technology introduces major R&D priorities to boost digital transformation, AI, and semiconductor manufacturing.

North Vietnam faces more storms, East Sea may see tropical cyclone

Following days of intense heat reaching 36-37°C, northern Vietnam is bracing for a new round of thunderstorms and localized downpours. Between June 11-13, a tropical cyclone may form in the East Sea with a 50-60% probability.

Party Chief backs gold monopoly removal, pushes market-oriented approach

Party Secretary General To Lam’s directive to abolish the state’s monopoly on gold bullion branding is a bold strike against the “ban what cannot be managed” mindset and the “ask-and-grant” scheme.

Fines must be 10 times the profit gained by buying or selling personal data: MPS

The draft Personal Data Protection Law would prohibit the buying and selling of personal data, with fines up to 10 times the profit gained from such violations.

E-invoicing rollout in Vietnam stirs deep concerns for small business owners

From tech-savvy retirees to market vendors, many are struggling to adapt to new tax rules.

AI photos and videos are fooling Facebook users - and it’s dangerous

Scrolling past a Facebook post featuring a soldier couple holding newborn quadruplets, Linh, 42, reflexively commented, “Congratulations to you both.” Seconds later, she deleted it - something didn’t feel right.

Vietnam slashes number of communes by two-thirds under new reform

The National Assembly Standing Committee has approved a nationwide restructuring, reducing commune-level units from over 10,000 to just 3,321.

Three former senior officials expelled from Party for serious violations

The Party Secretariat has formally expelled three former leaders for violating Party and State regulations.