NA Standing Committee approves sweeping administrative overhaul for 2025

The National Assembly Standing Committee voted unanimously to approve in principle a resolution reorganising commune-level administrative units during its ongoing 46th session in Hanoi on June 5.

Party chief eyes deeper ties with RoK

Party Chief To Lam noted considerable progress in political trust, alongside economic, tourism, and sci-tech collaboration, positioning Vietnam and the RoK as key partners on the back of leaders’ political will and support of their people.

Vietnam ships first batch of low-emission rice to Japan

The successful export of this first certified staple is the result of tireless collaboration among farmers, cooperatives, businesses, and agricultural authorities across the Mekong Delta.

Blood donors honoured for lifesaving contributions

Deputy Minister of Health Tran Van Thuan praised the honorees not only for their frequent donations – some exceeding 60, 80, 90, or even 100 contributions – but also for their noble spirit.

Vietnam helps position SEARP as regional cooperation pillar

In the near term, Vietnam will keep coordinating with the OECD to fruitfully carry out the bilateral memorandum of understanding, work towards establishing an OECD country programme for Vietnam.

PM explores Estonia’s heritage, port innovation

PM Pham Minh Chinh proposed collaboration with Tallinn’s port authorities, urging partnerships in technology, infrastructure investment, and expertise sharing to advance Vietnam’s port system in the spirit of mutual benefits.

Vietnamese PM meets President of Estonian Parliament

At the event, the Vietnamese Government leader thanked Estonia for its support during Vietnam's past struggle for national liberation and reunification as well as ongoing nation-building endeavours.

Vietnamese shooters to compete in ISSF World Cup Munich

Pham Quang Huy and Trinh Thu Vinh will each participate in three events at the tournament.

Legal breakthroughs needed to unlock potential for State-owned enterprises

They insisted that the role of SOEs has become increasingly important in maintaining macroeconomic stability, guiding the market, and delivering on national strategic objectives.

Paragliders showcase Vietnam’s central charm

Running from June 5-6, the programme includes a winch-launched paragliding contest on the second day.

Customs revenue from import-export activities rises 9.2% in five months

During this period, the country’s total trade turnover hit 355.79 billion USD, up 15.7% from last year's figure.

6th cashless day programme launched

According to the central bank's payments department, non-cash payments were worth 295.2 quadrillion VND in 2024, or 26 times the country's GDP.

Foreign investment in Vietnam surges in five months

Experts highlight that foreign investment contributes to GDP growth through three main channels - increasing capital accumulation, facilitating technology transfer and enhancing management efficiency and production organisation.

Decentralization of authority is needed during administrative mergers

Regarding the draft law amending some provisions of the Planning Law, NA Chair Tran Thanh Man emphasized that planning must ensure transparency while promoting significant decentralization of authority for deciding, approving, and adjusting plans.

Nong Thuy Hang: A Tay woman’s journey from Ha Giang to global spotlight

Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2022 Nong Thuy Hang shares how her Tay roots shape her values, voice, and vision.

Centuries-old clay tile craft thrives in Vietnam's Lung Ri

The Nung community turns soil into sustainable income with traditional roofing tiles.

These beaches near Hanoi are summer’s best-kept secret

Escape to uncrowded, stunning coastal spots like Quynh Lap and Lu Beach, just a few hours from the city.

The girl from Buon Don who redefined Vietnamese beauty

H'Ang Nie, an Ede woman from Buon Don, overcame poverty and prejudice to become a celebrated runner-up in beauty pageants and a prominent Vietnamese model.

Northern Vietnam’s weirdest delicacies you might fear but can’t forget

Though unsettling in appearance, dishes made from stone worms, forest shrimp, and stink bugs are beloved regional specialties in Northern Vietnam.

Vietnam makes e-wallets an official payment method from July 1

Starting July 1, 2025, electronic wallets (e-wallets) will officially be recognized as a legitimate means of payment, equivalent to bank accounts, cards, and cash.

PM Chinh lands in Estonia, starts first official visit by Vietnamese leader

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh lands in Tallinn, launching the first-ever official visit to Estonia by a Vietnamese head of government.

iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro: Are Apple products still worth the price tag?

Despite elegant hardware, Apple's recent software failures and lack of innovation threaten its high-end image.

Hanoi to spend $118 million on school meals for primary students

Starting in 2025, Hanoi will subsidize lunches for over 768,000 primary pupils to support nutrition and reduce burdens on parents.

Vietnam to close 86 million inactive bank accounts by September

Vietnam will close tens of millions of unverifiable bank accounts by September 2025 under new digital payment regulations.

PM’s order to streamline construction permits welcomed by property association

The Prime Minister has directed the streamlining of construction permit procedures to save time and costs for citizens and businesses.