ChatGPT goes dark worldwide, Vietnam among affected regions

ChatGPT, OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, is experiencing a major global service outage, affecting users across multiple platforms including its app, website, and API.

Vietnam braces for storm: Government urges evacuation in flood-prone areas

Vietnam's government has directed ministries and localities to evacuate people in high-risk areas as a tropical depression may intensify into a storm.

Vietnam crushed 4-0 by Malaysia’s dominant naturalized squad

Malaysia dominate with naturalized squad, Vietnam look to regroup for 2026 return leg.

Vietnam joins efforts to push signing of High Seas Treaty

Thirty-five nations that have signed or officially deposited their instruments of ratification or approval took part in the event, which was within the framework of the ongoing third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France.

Qualcomm launches new AI R&D centre in Vietnam

The new centre, staffed by a team of scientists, researchers, and AI specialists working in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, forms part of Qualcomm’s global AI research group.

Qualcomm urged to enhance cooperation with Vietnamese enterprises

At a reception in Hanoi on June 10 for Alex Rogers, President of Global Affairs of Qualcomm Inc., the Party chief requested the company to help Vietnamese enterprises integrate more deeply into global value chains.

Cambodian Culture Week in Vietnam opens

The Cambodian Culture Week in Vietnam 2025, an important part of the countries' cultural and artistic cooperation plan for the 2023-2027 period, takes place in Bac Lieu and Vinh Long provinces.

PM meets with leaders of countries, int'l organisations on UNOC 3 sidelines

At the meetings, the leaders of the countries and international organisations appreciated the role and position of Vietnam, expressing their desire to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam in various fields.

Vietnamese trade minister works with US businesses

Vietnamese Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien had working sessions with representatives of US businesses on June 9 as part of his working visit to the US.

Vietnam treasures Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with France: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received National Secretary of the French Communist Party (PCF) Fabien Roussel in Paris on June 10 afternoon (local time).

Vietnamese doctors escort Singaporean mother home after in-utero heart surgery

After a breakthrough heart intervention in utero, Vietnamese doctors safely returned a pregnant woman to Singapore for continued care.

Tiny invoice, big debate: Why a 6,000 VND bathroom receipt matters

A VAT invoice for two people using a restroom raises concerns over e-invoicing rules.

Vietnam leads e-commerce: 99% of consumers shop online

A Visa survey reveals near-universal online shopping in Vietnam, fueled by new digital payment tech.

Top 10 reputable commercial banks in Vietnam for 2025 revealed

Vietnam Report announces the 2025 list, spotlighting the sector's growth, digital drive, and profit resilience.

Vietnam plans state-run property exchange, slams speculation

The Government targets speculation, administrative delays, and costly standards as drivers of housing price surges.

Company director identified as owner of dietary supplements dumped in HCM City

Nguyen Phuoc S., head of a District 12 firm, admitted to illegally discarding supplements to avoid inspection.

Hanoi to proceed with 2017 plan to reduce motorbikes in four urban districts

Despite safety and cost concerns, the capital will maintain its roadmap for reducing motorbikes by 2030.

Vietnam reappoints three deputy public security ministers

Leadership continuity confirmed in Ministry of Public Security as Prime Minister issues key personnel decisions.

Massive payout by Trinh Van Quyet may alter appeal verdict

The former FLC chairman’s wife has paid USD 55 million in compensation, potentially impacting his upcoming appeal.

Nearly 8,000 young people receive digital training

As a flagship initiative of the community project “Digital Literacy for All”, the programme forms part of a national scheme to equip 20 million young people with digital business skills.

NA advances constitutional amendments with broad public support

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man chaired the third meeting of the committee for drafting amendments and supplements to certain articles of the 2013 Constitution in Hanoi on June 9.

Twenty-one provinces and cities no longer have dilapidated houses

By June 7, authorities across the country had supported the repair or construction of 205,115 houses for disadvantaged households. Of these, 147,261 homes have been completed, while 57,854 are under construction.

Da Nang proposes pilot programme for Tether transactions

The central city of Da Nang has received a proposal to pilot the use of the cryptocurrency Tether (USDT) for transactions, targeting international tourists.

PM Pham Minh Chinh meets UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Nice

The UN Secretary-General affirmed that meetings with Vietnamese leaders, including PM Chinh, at international conferences have become a tradition in the partnership between UN and Vietnam.

Master plan for national e-commerce development approved

The plan positions e-commerce as a pioneering sector of the digital economy, playing a key role in transforming the country’s growth model, boosting competitiveness, and promoting sustainable development.