Society

Workers proactively enhance productivity in new era

15:32 | 21/04/2025 Society

(VEN) - In the context of a rapidly transforming economy driven by the 4th Industrial Revolution, improving labor productivity is not only an urgent requirement for every business, but also a personal responsibility for each worker.

Can Tho-Ca Mau expressway project must be completed by December 19: PM

21:49 | 20/04/2025 Society

The expressway, spanning over 110 km, connects Can Tho city with Hau Giang, Bac Lieu, Kien Giang, and Ca Mau provinces, complemented by 25.85 km of connecting routes.

HCM City makes strides in sustainable poverty reduction

16:49 | 13/04/2025 Society

HCM City reduced the number of poor and near-poor households by 69,914, or 2.7% of the total households during 2021-2025 period, said Nguyen Thi Hong Ha, Chief of the Office of the city’s Steering Committee for Sustainable Poverty Reduction.

Binh Dinh ramps up fight against IUU fishing

22:01 | 10/04/2025 Society

The provincial border posts and checkpoints are requested to strictly inspect 100% of vessels entering and exiting stations, prohibiting those without the necessary qualifications from departing.

Historical significance of International Workers’ Day

09:22 | 28/04/2025 Society

(VEN) - Every year, workers around the world celebrate the International Workers’ Day on May 1 - a great festival of the working class and working people around the world. This is not only a holiday, but also a moment to look back upon the journey of struggle, dedication and growth of the labor force - the backbone of every economy.

Streamlining State apparatus to expand development space

13:31 | 26/04/2025 Society

(VEN) - After the reorganization of its administrative structure, Vietnam is expected to reduce the number of provincial-level administrative units by 50 percent and commune-level units by 60-70 percent, making the state management apparatus leaner, stronger and more efficient, and expanding new development space for localities.

Vietnam steadily marches into new era of growth

16:35 | 21/04/2025 Society

(VEN) - Half a century has passed since the historic moment of April 30, 1975, when Vietnam was reunified. The nation, united in joy, is steadily marching into a new era of growth with national aspiration.

Soc Trang province intensifies efforts to clamp down on illegal fishing

17:34 | 09/04/2025 Society

Since 2023, no vessel exceeding 24 metres has disconnected its tracking systems for more than six hours, and no vessel has lost connections for more than ten days. Particularly, no local vessels have been caught fishing illegally in foreign waters.

Consumer protection: No longer a national issue

15:51 | 07/04/2025 Society

(VEN) - In the context of a globalized economy, the rights of consumers are no longer a national internal issue. They have become a common concern for the international community.

Vietnam tightens port and offshore activity control to tackle IUU fishing

22:12 | 05/04/2025 Society

Vietnamese localities are intensifying efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, enhancing control over fishing ports and offshore activities in accordance with the European Commission’s (EC) recommendations.

Cordyceps production chain improves lives of ethnic communities

17:48 | 04/04/2025 Society

Cordyceps not only is a natural treasure, but also paves the way for sustainable prosperity, helping ethnic minorities in Dien Bien Province secure a stable livelihood.

Shortage of high-quality textile and garment workforce: What does the ILO recommend for Vietnam?

17:23 | 04/04/2025 Society

(VEN) - As the “AI storm” gradually penetrates manufacturing, industries, including textiles and garments, must adapt to the new circumstance to remain competitive.

Vietnam calls on RoK to share expertise in high-speed railway development

16:37 | 01/04/2025 Society

Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh applauded the RoK’s proposal to organise a railway cooperation forum, seeing it as an opportunity for state management agencies, experts, research institutions, universities, and businesses of Vietnam to gain insights from the RoK’s experience in planning, construction, maintenance, and developing high-speed rail industry.

Vietnam, US strengthen higher education cooperation

16:20 | 01/04/2025 Society

Deputy Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Van Phuc highlighted the growing educational partnership between the two nations, with 30,000 out of 200,000 Vietnamese citizens studying abroad being in the US. In the 2022-2023 academic year, Vietnamese students ranked fifth globally in terms of numbers of international students in the US, rising by 5.7%.

Party chief offers incense to fallen heroes in Da Nang

16:53 | 29/03/2025 Society

Party General Secretary To Lam laid wreaths and offered incense to heroic martyrs at a memorial site in the central city of Da Nang on March 29.

Addressing bottlenecks in Vietnam’s rice industry

19:02 | 28/03/2025 Society

To enhance the competitiveness of rice and fully leverage its potential, experts believe Vietnam must improve rice quality and establish a strong, distinctive brand in the global market.

Over 6.2 billion USD needed for expanding North-South expressway

16:50 | 28/03/2025 Society

The Ministry of Construction has proposed expanding the 1,144-km eastern wing of North-South expressway from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City from four to six lanes, at an estimated cost of 152.1 trillion VND (around 6.2 billion USD).

Dien Bien promotes high-tech agriculture to drive development in ethnic minority areas

10:34 | 27/03/2025 Province

(VEN) - The application of high technology in the agricultural sector is an inevitable trend, as it helps improve productivity, increase product quality, and expand the market. Despite not having many natural advantages, the northwestern province of Dien Bien has made significant strides in developing high-tech agriculture, especially in ethnic minority areas.

Ho Chi Minh City is favored to be an international financial hub: Experts

17:33 | 25/03/2025 Society

Experts believe that Ho Chi Minh City is well-positioned to be a commodities exchange center, given its strength in exporting key goods on a global scale.

Expressway projects to promote socio-economic development

17:24 | 25/03/2025 Society

Due mostly to financial difficulties, some expressways still face limitations in terms of lane capacity and speed restrictions.

PM urges youth to make more efforts to advance nation to new era

16:54 | 24/03/2025 Society

PM Chinh underlined that the youth should pioneer in innovative thinking and strategic vision, lead the way in scientific research, technological advancement, and digital transformation, and shape Vietnam’s culture and identity for the global stage.

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Ministry of Industry and Trade to proactively advance digital transformation

19:00 | 13/05/2025 Industry

As Vietnam accelerates industrial modernization, the Ministry of Industry and Trade is driving digital transformation in supporting industries, paving the way for smart, sustainable manufacturing and deeper integration into global value chains.

Ho Chi Minh City's private sector experiencing resurgence

13:53 | 13/05/2025 Economy

Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam’s largest economic engine is witnessing a powerful resurgence in its private sector, which is increasingly seen as a key pillar driving the city’s economic growth.

Vietnam, Belarus agree to boost bilateral trade

13:04 | 13/05/2025 Cooperation

At a recent meeting, the leaders of Vietnam and Belarus agreed to increase delegation exchanges and contacts at all levels, improve import-export turnover, and strengthen cooperation in science and technology.

Vietnam's pepper prices will continue to surge in the long term: Expert

11:27 | 13/05/2025 Trade

According to Hoang Phuoc Binh, former Standing Vice Chairman of the Chu Se Pepper Association, Vietnam's pepper prices will continue to surge in the long term due to short supply in the global market.

Lawmaker proposes tax incentives for the chemical industry sector

18:28 | 12/05/2025 Policy

Commenting on the revised draft Law on Corporate Income Tax, deputy Ta Dinh Thi proposed that chemical industry should enjoy tax incentives.

Vietnam-China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership

15:55 | 14/04/2025 Infographic

General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping is paying a State visit to Vietnam from April 14-15. This marks his fourth State visit to Vietnam as General Secretary and President of China, and his second visit within the same term. The visit coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. It aims to strengthen the Vietnam-China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and elevate bilateral ties to a new height.

Top Chinese leader begins state visit to Vietnam

16:00 | 14/04/2025 News and Events

This is Xi's fourth state visit to Vietnam as China's top leader, and the second within his current term. It demonstrates the high regard that the Chinese Party and State, as well as the leader personally, place on strengthening the friendly neighbourliness and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and China.

China ready to work with Vietnam to ever cherish long-standing friendship: Top leader

16:03 | 14/04/2025 Cooperation

China is ready to work with Vietnam to ever cherish the bilateral long-standing friendship and common mission, said General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping.

Party chief requires no disruptions to operations throughout restructuring process

16:12 | 14/04/2025 Policy

Party General Secretary To Lam noted that priority will be given to finalising guiding documents, amending the 2013 Constitution, and improving legal institutions and regulations to establish a robust legal framework for effective organisational apparatus streamlining.

Ethiopian PM's Vietnam visit hoped to further develop bilateral ties

16:26 | 14/04/2025 News and Events

According to the ambassador, Vietnam and Ethiopia are both rapidly developing nations with a shared commitment to innovation, green transition, and digital transformation as key drivers of sustainable economic growth.

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Ho Chi Minh City's private sector experiencing resurgence

13:53 | 13/05/2025 Economy

Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam’s largest economic engine is witnessing a powerful resurgence in its private sector, which is increasingly seen as a key pillar driving the city’s economic growth.

ASEAN economic ministers push for upgrades to ATIGA

16:34 | 09/05/2025 Cooperation

The second special ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (AEM) meeting on the upgrade of the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) concluded successfully, laying a solid foundation for the next rounds of negotiations.

Proposed names for 34 provincial-level administrative units after mergers

16:42 | 16/04/2025 Infographic

On behalf of the Party Central Committee, on 12 April 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam signed and issued Resolution No. 60-NQ/TW of the 11th plenum of the 13th Party Central Committee. The Central Committee agreed on a policy to restructure provincial-level administrative units across the country, reducing the total to 34 units, comprising 28 provinces and 6 centrally governed cities.

Vietnam-China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership

15:55 | 14/04/2025 Infographic

Vietnam's economy thrives in Q1 2025

16:45 | 12/04/2025 Infographic

In the first quarter of 2025, Vietnam’s economy showed signs of recovery, with several key indicators recording strong growth despite ongoing global uncertainties.

Policy

Lawmaker proposes tax incentives for the chemical industry sector

18:28 | 12/05/2025 Policy

Commenting on the revised draft Law on Corporate Income Tax, deputy Ta Dinh Thi proposed that chemical industry should enjoy tax incentives.

14th National Party Congress’s draft documents more revolutionary, action-oriented, highly feasible: PM

16:31 | 16/04/2025 Policy

In the political repor, along with adding the learned lessons and forecasting the context and situation, it highlights the following viewpoints: ensuring development for stability, and stability for rapid and sustainable development of the country; promoting the comprehensive building and improvement of institutional frameworks for fast and sustainable development; addressing bottlenecks and obstacles in a timely and decisive manner; and unlocking all resources and mobilising all drivers of growth.

Party chief requires no disruptions to operations throughout restructuring process

16:12 | 14/04/2025 Policy

District-level local governments to cease operations from July 1: draft law

16:53 | 13/04/2025 Policy

Vietnam's local government model will be restructured from a three-tier system to a two-tier one, with the district level eliminated.

Industry & Trade

Ministry of Industry and Trade to proactively advance digital transformation

19:00 | 13/05/2025 Industry

Binh Duong's manufacturing and processing industry sustains growth momentum

12:33 | 12/05/2025 Industry

Among the key sectors contributing to Binh Duong province’s economic growth, manufacturing and processing stand out as the primary driver. This sector has played a pivotal role in propelling economic expansion and continues to lead in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025.

Hanoi to develop 254-million-USD industrial cluster

21:13 | 19/04/2025 Industry

Until 2030, Hanoi looks to have 159 industrial clusters covering a total area of 3,204 ha, expand five clusters established between 2017 and 2020 with a total area of about 45 ha, and build 21 new ones covering about 536 ha.

Vietnam sets ambitious targets in revised national power development plan

18:56 | 17/04/2025 Industry

The Vietnamese government has officially revised the eighth national power development plan, setting bold targets for electricity production and renewable energy adoption through 2050.

Investment

Ho Chi Minh City’s FDI rebound attracts high-tech giants

21:23 | 19/04/2025 Investment

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Ho Chi Minh City has recently rebounded after a period of stagnation, with several major high-tech companies unveiling plans to invest in the southern hub, driven by the city's improved investment climate.

Korean firms encouraged to invest more in Vietnam’s energy sector

16:31 | 15/04/2025 Investment

The NA Vice Chairwoman praised KEPCO’s ongoing contributions to Vietnam’s energy landscape and encouraged the company to continue its role as a major investor, supporting the country’s technological advancement and energy development.

Public investment aimed to drive Vietnam’s economic growth

10:48 | 15/04/2025 Investment

(VEN) - Vietnam’s public investment disbursement in Q1/2025 showed positive signs, yet achieving the 95-percent disbursement target for the year remains a challenge.

Hue calls for investment in the Chan May – Lang Co Economic Zone

23:36 | 11/04/2025 Investment

The central city of Hue is calling for investment in many key projects within the Chan May – Lang Co Economic Zone for the period of 2025–2026, aiming to give a facelift to its important southern economic region.

Finance-Banking

Remittances to HCM City reach over 2.41 billion USD in first quarter

08:21 | 20/04/2025 Finance-Banking

Remittances to Ho Chi Minh City maintained a positive growth rate in the first three months of 2025, reaching over 2.41 billion USD, accounted for 25.3% of the total for the entire year 2024 and marking an increase of 19.6% compared to the previous quarter.

National committee meets to accelerate ODA, concessional loan disbursement

14:43 | 15/04/2025 Finance-Banking

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has underscored the need to improve processes, streamline procedures, and capitalise on financial resources to support national development.

Vietnam accelerates rollout of 500 trillion VND credit package for infrastructure and technology firms

15:36 | 12/04/2025 Finance-Banking

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) held a meeting in Hanoi on April 10 to implement the Government’s directive on lending to businesses investing in infrastructure and digital technology.

Hong Kong paves way for Vietnam–China finance link

19:25 | 10/04/2025 Finance-Banking

Hong Kong (China) is stepping up its role as a vital financial conduit between Vietnam and China, leveraging its global financial hub status to deepen cross-border cooperation, said Robert Lee, a financial expert and Legislative Council member of Hong Kong.

Environment

Vietnam's carbon market: Prudent approach to avoid costly outcomes

08:53 | 18/04/2025 Environment

According to experts, to ensure a harmonious balance between greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and economic development, it is essential to explore and assess different scenarios of design and governance options for Viet Nam’s carbon market.

Moc Chau Milk centers on green development and growth

16:06 | 17/04/2025 Environment

(VEN) - The Moc Chau high-tech dairy processing plant operates with a closed-loop production system, comprehensively integrating Industry 4.0 technologies in management and operations. This approach meets international standards, which helps protect the environment, conserves resources, and ensures sustainable development criteria.

Extra efforts requested to address forest fire consequences in Quang Ninh

16:56 | 16/04/2025 Environment

From the night of April 12 to the morning of April 13, two forest fires occurred in Ha Long city's Dai Yen ward, and Binh Lieu district's Binh Lieu town, damaging over 40 hectares of forests.

Hanoi to host major green growth summit this month

16:44 | 11/04/2025 Environment

Vietnam's hosting the fourth Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit reflects its push to meet climate commitments, slash emissions, and shift its growth model with global support.

Science - Technology

PM applauds youth entrepreneurship at National Startup Day for Students

21:40 | 20/04/2025 Science - Technology

Since its inception seven years ago, Project 1665 has achieved significant milestones. All universities, academies, colleges, vocational schools, and 63 provincial/municipal Departments of Education and Training now have actionable plans to support student entrepreneurship.

Nuclear energy development to facilitate green transition: Conference

22:10 | 18/04/2025 Science - Technology

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung emphasised that developing atomic energy, including nuclear power, is essential to achieving double-digit economic growth and supporting Vietnam’s green and digital transitions.

HCM City seeks stronger hi-tech cooperation with US, Japan, RoK

16:47 | 15/04/2025 Science - Technology

At the meeting, Director of HCMC C4IR Le Truong Duy shared the city’s vision to establish a world-class public-private technology exchange platform. This hub will serve as a gateway for cutting-edge technologies from the US, Japan, and the Republic of Korea to enter Vietnam, enabling collaborative innovation and creating valuable tech products for the global market.

Da Nang, RoK to train next generation of Vietnamese software experts

13:24 | 11/04/2025 Science - Technology

The collaboration between Vietnam – Korea University of Information and Communication Technology (VKU) and the Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME) leverages the robust infrastructure and networks of both sides to advance software talent development in Vietnam.

Society

Historical significance of International Workers’ Day

09:22 | 28/04/2025 Society

Streamlining State apparatus to expand development space

13:31 | 26/04/2025 Society

Vietnam steadily marches into new era of growth

16:35 | 21/04/2025 Society

Workers proactively enhance productivity in new era

15:32 | 21/04/2025 Society

Vietnamese Brands

Imexpharm sets breakthrough growth goals at 2025 shareholders meeting

10:00 | 27/04/2025 Vietnamese Brands

At the 2025 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM), Imexpharm approved its 2025 growth plan, targeting total revenue of VND2,981 billion and profit before tax of VND 493.5 billion - representing year-on-year increases of 18.6% and 22.1%, respectively.

Petrovietnam: New milestone - New vision for sustainable development

16:21 | 21/04/2025 Vietnamese Brands

(VEN) - With a strong determination to “innovate from the core” for sustainable development in the future, Petrovietnam has officially adopted its new designation as the Vietnam National Industry - Energy Group.

Vietnam Oil and Gas Group renamed Vietnam National Industry - Energy Group

22:18 | 10/04/2025 Vietnamese Brands

With this new name, Petrovietnam reaffirms that it is no longer solely a traditional oil and gas enterprise. It now positions itself as a national hub for industrial development, service innovation, and energy security, and is committed to sustainable development, technological modernisation, and ensuring energy stability for the nation.

Vietnamese enterprises float products at world's largest startup fair in India

21:59 | 05/04/2025 Vietnamese Brands

Startup Mahakumbh 2025 is expected to help Vietnamese firms learn startup and digital transformation initatives from India and other countries, access innovation experiences of leading global enterprises, and introduce their startup products to the world.

Culture

Vietnamese cultural values introduced to international friends in Mexico

20:55 | 30/03/2025 Culture

Diverse and distinctive cultural values of Vietnam are promoted at the "Vietnam Culture Day" event held from March 29-30 in Mexico City, attracting representatives from diplomatic corps and local authorities, international friends, and local residents.

Hung Kings’ Festival 2025: a grand celebration of culture and heritage

15:21 | 30/03/2025 Culture

According to the organising committee, these two major events will feature various unique activities that embody the heroic spirit of the Hung Kings era while maintaining a connection to contemporary society.

Vietnam works to seek UNESCO status for Binh Dinh martial arts

18:00 | 29/03/2025 Culture

Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh has approved the submission of a proposal to the UNESCO for the inclusion of "Binh Dinh Traditional Martial Arts" in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Nghe An to host ASEAN exhibition this May

16:47 | 24/03/2025 Culture

The beauty of ASEAN’s people and landscapes will be on show from May 10 to May 20 at an exhibition held in Nghe An province.

Tourism

Digitization key to tourism breakthroughs

09:15 | 24/04/2025 Tourism

(VEN) - The increasing competitive pressure is forcing businesses in the tourism industry to innovate their business models and enhance service quality to keep up with current trends, focusing on key criteria, such as safety, personalized experiences, and technological convenience.

Highland products, soul of Son La’s community-based tourism

09:34 | 17/04/2025 Tourism

(VEN) - Son La Province – a majestic land in the Northwestern highlands of Vietnam – captivates visitors not only with its pristine natural beauty, but also with its distinctive local specialties. However, amid the flourishing wave of community-based tourism, there are still gaps in integrating highland products as essential parts of the tourist journey.

Vietnam’s scenic landscapes attract Hollywood filmmakers

15:15 | 30/03/2025 Tourism

With its breathtaking landscapes, filmmaker-friendly policies, and a clear strategy for industry growth, Vietnam is poised to become a major hub for film tourism.

Positioning unique tourism products to enhance attractiveness of Vietnamese cities

17:56 | 29/03/2025 Tourism

The meeting provided a valuable opportunity for Vietnamese members to share experience and best practices in tourism management while enhancing collaboration with international counterparts. By hosting this prestigious event, Hanoi reaffirmed its proactive role in driving connectivity and sustainable tourism growth.