Vietnam’s birth rate currently stands at 1.91 children per woman, positioning the country among the five with the lowest fertility rates in Southeast Asia.

The regional minimum wage increase for 2025 aims to improve workers’ living standards and align wage policies with economic growth and evolving administrative boundaries.

The Ministry of Transport (MoT) recommends reviewing the existing organisations and establishing a unified Government-level Steering Committee to comprehensively oversee the railway sector.

Located in the centre of Fukuoka City in Japan, a school called Dai Viet Language and Culture Academy spreads a love of Vietnamese language and culture.

Vietnamese authorities have apprehended several officials from the Long Thanh District Land Development Centre on allegations of land compensation irregularities associated with the construction of Long Thành International Airport in Dong Nai.

Vietnam’s biggest pet festival, InterPetFest 2025, debuts in Ho Chi Minh City with 250 pets competing in runway and fashion contests.

A buffalo protecting its calf attacked two men in Ho Chi Minh City. Authorities are investigating the incident and have confiscated the victims’ electric fishing gear.

A charred body was discovered in a cemetery in Ho Chi Minh City. Police have identified the victim and are investigating the cause of death.

The Hanoi People’s Committee has submitted a proposal to the municipal People’s Council for approval of investment plans and adjustments to several public investment projects, including the Tran Hung Dao, Tu Lien and Ngoc Hoi bridges.

A memorandum of cooperation has been signed opening up opportunities to bring to Việt Nam many new vaccines, including a vaccine to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease.

The 174-kilometre railway will traverse six cities and provinces in the southern key economic region, enhancing connectivity between HCM City and the Mekong Delta.

In addition to waste sorting, nearly all of the students at Lý Tự Trọng High School for Gifted Students have gradually eliminated the use of items like styrofoam containers, plastic bottles and single-use plastic products.

In the increasingly developing urban railway system in Hanoi and HCM City, domestic construction companies are facing great opportunities and challenges if they want to transform, dominate the market and affirm their position.

To combat illegal waste disposal, Hanoi will deploy camera surveillance in key districts, allowing authorities to identify and fine violators. Under new regulations, individuals caught littering on sidewalks or roads may face fines of up to $80.

Bach Mai Hospital has successfully completed its digital transformation, becoming the first special-class hospital under the Ministry of Health (MOH).

Vietnamese police have detained high-ranking officials from the Long Thanh District Land Development Center for abuse of power and bribery in the airport land compensation scheme. More arrests are expected as investigations continue.

While past discussions on rural development focused on roads, schools, and well-built homes, the priority today must be fostering a knowledge-based countryside, enhancing rural connectivity, and building a sustainable economy.

Under the nationwide initiative to eradicate makeshift houses, 49,322 homes have received support, including 26,630 completed and 22,692 under construction. The remainders fall under other National Target Programmes.

Hanoi Metro will collaborate with Xanh SM, VinBus, FGF and V-Green to create a seamless door-to-door transport system integrating electric metro lines, taxis, motorbikes and buses.

Party General Secretary To Lam rode the Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien metro line (metro line No.1) as part of his working trip to Ho Chi Minh City on February 22.