Penalties of up to $1,200 proposed for marital rape, domestic abuse

A 2023 report on the implementation of national gender equality goals revealed that domestic violence occurred in about 3,100 households nationwide in 2023, with more than 3,200 incidents recorded.

Largest steel mill commits to provide steel for high-speed railway

Hoa Phat Group president Tran Dinh Long has committed to provide 6 million tons of steel of different types to serve the North-South high-speed railway project if the steel manufacturer is chosen as a supplier.

Apartments plentiful, but land and housing prices keep rising

The inventory of apartments, houses and land increased by 52 percent in the third quarter over the previous quarter, according to the Ministry of Construction (MOC). Prices in some localities have led to price increases in the entire market

Van Phuc village aspires to join the World Creative Cities Network for crafts

As part of Hanoi’s drive for global integration, the Van Phuc silk village has been nominated by the World Crafts Council for inclusion in the World Creative Cities Network for crafts.

Social network users must authenticate accounts from December 25

Livestreamers who work commercially will have to use personal identification numbers to authenticate their accounts.

Drug use among men having sex with men increases risk for HIV infection

MSM are expected to be the primary risk group for Việt Nam’s HIV epidemic. Over 40 percent of total new HIV infections every year in Việt Nam are among MSM.

Government clarifies responsibility for delay of Long Thanh Airport Project

Some works under the Long Thanh International Airport Project’s component four are slowed, because some officers of the bidding unit for selecting investors have little experience and are afraid of making mistakes.

PM urged parliament to pass legislation to ensure sufficient electricity

The Government leader noted that electricity demand is expected to rise rapidly, with a projected increase of about 12–13 per cent in 2025 and even higher in subsequent years.

State President delivers policy speech at University of Chile

State President Luong Cuong visited and delivered a policy speech at the University of Chile in Santiago on Tuesday morning (local time) as part of his official visit to the Latin American nation.

HCM City to support public officials amid high workloads

Ho Chi Minh City has approved a project to create a more efficient civil service by 2030 to better serve the public while promoting its growth.

Friendly relations with Singaporean partner hoped to develop logistics

Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung has proposed that YCH Group help Vietnam build a comprehensive supply chain platform to help small and medium sized enterprises export products.

Preschool teacher salaries: VND15mil in cities, VND20mil in disadvantaged areas

Preschool teachers in most areas of the country receive VND7-15 million a month, while teachers in mountainous areas with 18 years of experience in difficult areas earn up to VND20 million.

How solar energy is transforming traditional fish sauce production in Vietnam

Le Van Loi, a fourth-generation fish sauce maker, is revolutionizing his family’s traditional craft with solar energy technology, significantly reducing production time and labor.

Number of cyberattacks in Vietnam fall by 57%: report

The number of cyberattacks on information systems in Vietnam, causing breakdowns in the last 10 months, was 4,483, a decrease of 57.4 percent compared with the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC).

Ministry warns against building stations in flooded areas

The Ministry of Transport (MOT) has been asked to adjust the routes of railway sections going through the cities of Dong Hoi, Hue and Nha Trang to be sure that stations won’t be located in flooded areas.

Quang Ninh to attract more foreign tourists by year-end

The northeastern province of Quang Ninh, home to Ha Long bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is actively working to reach its target of 19 million visitors in 2024, including 3.5 million international arrivals.

Kien Giang son becomes an online inspiration with his loving care for his father

In a heartwarming story from Kien Giang, a young man named Lam Trung Nhan is bringing joy to his ailing father through dance, jokes, and unwavering care - a story that has now captured the online community’s heart.

2025 Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival to spotlight cultural heritage space

The 11th Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival will take place from June 7 - 9 next year, offering a great chance for the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa to promote and honour the beauty and immense value of its sea.

Japanese guest’s first taste of Hanoi pho ends in laughter and praise

Japanese tourists in Hanoi enjoyed their first pho experience together, laughing and marveling at the famous dish that won them over.

Vietnamese universities strive to attract international students

Over recent years, the number of international students studying at Vietnamese universities has steadily increased, reflecting a growing recognition of Vietnam’s higher education quality.

Vietnam's digital economy continues to record double-digit growth: Report

Vietnam's digital economy is maintaining double-digit growth, driven mainly by e-commerce and online travel, according to a report released recently by Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company.

Vietnam lifts anti-dumping duties on imported cold-rolled stainless steel

The Ministry of Industry and Trade on November 12 announced the termination of anti-dumping duties on cold-rolled stainless steel products imported from China’s Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, and China.

Businesses full of orders, creating driver for stronger export growth

After a period of downturn, many of Vietnam's main export products, such as textiles and footwear, have shown strong recovery, achieving double-digit growth rates.

Vietnam sends over 130,640 workers overseas in 10 months

Vietnam sent 130,640 workers abroad, including 41.039 females, in the first 10 months of this year, surpassing the yearly target by 4%, according to the Department of Overseas Labour under the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA).

Two Vietnamese artists nominated for Grammy Awards

Vietnamese-American singer Sangeeta Kaur, whose real name is Mai Xuan Loan, and director Bao Nguyen have been nominated for Grammy Awards this year.