Banks use charter capital to cover shortages as lending exceeds capital raising, but experts warn this gap risks higher interest rates and banking system instability.

"When digital assets are defined and regulated, it will contribute to protecting user rights, minimising risks, promoting the digital economy, attracting investment and enhancing innovation," said the VN Blockchain Association's Vice Chair.

An international martial arts festival will kick off on December 20 in Ho Chi Minh City, with the exciting event featuring martial art performances, seminars, and competitions.

The Department of Preventive Medicine under the Ministry of Health has revealed that it will monitor and closely follow developments relating to an unknown disease which has emerged in Congo that has so far recorded 406 cases, including 31 deaths.

Vietnam’s economic landscape is poised for robust growth, with experts forecasting the possibility of a remarkable two-digit expansion in the coming time, driven by foreign direct investment (FDI) and technological advancements.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) remains one of the most vital drivers of national economic growth, recording remarkable results in 2024.

The Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap on December 12 launched a project to preserve and develop red-headed crane (scientifically known as Grus antigone sharpie) population in Tram Chim National Park.

The country's birth rate has reached an all-time low, estimated at 1.96 children per woman in 2023, with forecasts suggesting further declines.

A protocol related to railway transport cooperation between Vietnam and China was signed at the 44th Vietnam-China border railway conference held in Hanoi on December 12.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has laid stress on the need to complete the resolution of obstacles for renewable projects by February 2025 to prevent wastefulness, contributing to ensuring electricity for development.

A captivating performance and an exhibition put on by Japanese calligrapher Aoyagi Bisen will take place this December at the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam.

Hanoi’s authorities have granted approval for more than 1,200 apartments in two prominent residential projects, Lumi Hanoi and Heritage West Lake, to be sold to foreign buyers.

Vietnam have taken three silver medals from the Asian Amateur Boxing Championships 2024 which closed on December 11 in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Hanoi’s intention to require motorbike taxi drivers to have an official practice card is facing strong opposition from drivers and economists.

The HCM City Children's Hospital 1 has recently treated numerous children with complications caused by measles. All the parents of these children oppose vaccinations.

Trying northern-style pho for the first time in Hanoi, two Western guests were surprised by the delicious taste, clear and light broth, and aroma.

The growing gap between real estate prices and income highlights a housing affordability crisis, particularly for upper-middle-income earners in urban Vietnam.

Vietnam is a success story in hunger elimination and poverty reduction and is ready to share its experiences. However, Vietnam has not been going alone.

HCM City’s tourism industry prepared over 80 activities for residents and visitors to fully enjoy a vibrant end-of-year festival season.

In the context of rapid urbanisation, and a science and technology revolution in many fields, the combination of technology and management is the key to improve the quality of the urban transport system towards a modern, sustainable and smart city.

Compared to many nations in the region, Vietnam’s labour productivity is lower, due to the level of education of its trained workforce, which is primarily equivalent to junior high school.

The global garment and textile industry is undergoing a significant shift as regulations aimed at sustainability reshape the sector.

Organised by the Ministry of Information and Communications, in partnership with the Việt Nam Association of Photographic Artists, the photo and video contest Happy Việt Nam 2024 announced its winners.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced that on the list of national intangible heritages are the Huệ Nam Palace Festival and the traditional craft of making Vân Cù vermicelli.

Proposals for fees and charges for pollution-emitting vehicles travelling in low-emission zones are expected to be imposed too.