Vietnam seeks more effective cooperation with US-based S&P Global Ratings: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh noted Vietnam's hope for stronger and more effective cooperation with S&P Global Ratings, while hosting its Global Chief Commercial Officer Lynn Maxwell.

2025 ASEAN Future Forum wraps up in Hanoi

The ASEAN Future Forum 2025 successfully fulfilled its ambitious agenda, with hundreds of contributions and insightful recommendations put forward.

PMs of Vietnam, New Zealand hold talks

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon held talks in Hanoi on February 26, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.

Bac Ninh licences 48 new FDI projects worth over 200 million USD

Bac Ninh province now has 2,459 valid FDI projects with a total registered capital of nearly 31.3 billion USD.

Apartment prices in Hanoi now average $160,000, far beyond household incomes

Hanoi’s apartment prices now average 4 billion VND ($160,000), far outpacing household incomes and making homeownership increasingly difficult.

'Once-in-a-century' opportunity for VN’s semiconductor industry

Over the past 20 years, Vietnam's microchip design industry has developed rapidly.

Pricing expert calls for closing of loopholes in petroleum market

A number of petroleum distributors have been prosecuted recently, reflecting the serious problems that exist in the petroleum market. Closing legal loopholes will be necessary to ensure the smooth operation of the market.

High-achieving student with interest in AI wins full scholarship at CUHK

Hoang Tuan Minh from Nguyen Sieu School has become the first Vietnamese student to receive a full scholarship to study AI at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).

Using Pi Coin for transactions violates Vietnamese law, experts warn

Using Pi Coin for payments in Vietnam violates financial regulations, while trading remains unregulated. Know the legal risks before investing.

Over 2,000 victims fall for fake zero-interest loan scam in Ho Chi Minh City

A fraudulent loan scheme in Ho Chi Minh City tricked over 2,000 victims into paying fake insurance fees, resulting in nearly $175,000 in losses before authorities intervened.

VN to launch cyber threat intelligence sharing platform for enhanced security

Vietnam’s National Cybersecurity Association will launch a cyber threat intelligence sharing platform by March 2025, fostering public-private collaboration to combat cyber threats effectively.

HCM City develops first ‘medical campus’

The cluster in Bình Chánh District is now home to Phạm Ngọc Thạch University of Medicine, specialised hospitals and large medical facilities in the first phase of a project covering more than 33 hectares.

Surgeon achieving medical miracles receives global honour

Deputy Director of the 108 Central Military Hospital Nguyen The Hoang has achieved remarkable medical breakthroughs, helping numerous patients who have tragically lost limbs regain their physical integrity and mobility.

Duong Ky Anh: From a begging child to Vietnam’s beauty pageant pioneer

Discover the incredible journey of Duong Ky Anh, from a poverty-stricken childhood to becoming the Chief Editor of Tien Phong and the visionary behind Vietnam’s first beauty pageant.

Facebook users fined for spreading false ‘child abduction by car’ rumors

Authorities in Soc Trang fined four individuals 30 million VND for spreading false information about an alleged kidnapping, highlighting the dangers of misinformation on social media.

Vietnam’s Government Office reduces units to 18 for improved efficiency

The Vietnamese Government Office has been restructured, reducing its organizational units from 20 to 18 under a new government decree aimed at improving efficiency.

Laws on artificial intelligence crucial for digital transformation: experts

Experts say it is crucial to understand how responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) will help humans enhance their intellectual capabilities.

Posco International to invest in nuclear energy, rare earths in VN

The leading South Korean commercial group is currently investing $1.2 billion in Vietnam.

Vietnamese engineers contribute to designing the world's largest yacht

Vietnamese engineers played a key role in designing Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship. Vietnam's shipbuilding industry is gaining global recognition, securing luxury yacht contracts and advancing green technology.

PM hosts welcome ceremony for New Zealand counterpart

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a welcome ceremony on February 26 afternoon for his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon who is paying an official visit to Vietnam and attending the 2nd ASEAN Future Forum (AFF).

PM Luxon introduces New Zealand’s education system to FTU students

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said that New Zealand has eight universities ranked among the top 2% of the highest-quality institutions globally.

VFF, Bundesliga extend partnership until 2028 to elevate Vietnamese football

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) and the DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga on February 26 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) extending their partnership until 2028, aiming to further enhance Vietnam's football landscape.

American therapist awarded the Friendship Medal

Virginia Mary Lockett, an American rehabilitation therapist and a volunteer at the central city’s Traditional Medicine Hospital, has been given the Friendship Medal by the State President of Vietnam.

Vietnam’s trade offices boost investment, trade promotions

Vietnam’s trade offices abroad is ramping up efforts to promote investment and trade in line with the country’s ambitious economic targets for 2025.

Trial for Hanoi mini apartment fire that killed 56 to begin on March 10

Hanoi’s mini apartment fire trial begins March 10, with victims seeking 78 billion VND in damages for the tragedy that killed 56.