Disciplinary action recommended for Vinh Phuc Party Secretary Duong Van An

The Central Inspection Commission has recommended disciplinary action against Duong Van An, citing violations of anti-corruption laws and Party regulations during his tenure as Party Secretary of Binh Thuan Province.

GPBank and Dong A Bank face mandatory transfer by central bank

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) will finalize the mandatory transfer of GPBank and Dong A Bank in the coming days, following the successful restructuring of OceanBank and CBBank.

Traffic jams at toll stations: Solutions for managing empty ETC accounts

Empty ETC accounts have caused traffic disruptions, prompting questions about why toll fees are not directly deducted from bank accounts.

The best pork rib porridge in Hanoi: 5 must-visit places

Hanoi’s chao suon (pork rib porridge) is a beloved comfort food, and these five spots have won the hearts of locals and visitors alike with their rich, flavorful bowls.

Khanh Hoa chairman and other officials face disciplinary action for misconduct

The Central Inspection Committee has disciplined Khanh Hoa Province Chairman Nguyen Tan Tuan and several other officials for violating Party and state regulations, emphasizing the importance of accountability.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh embarks on 2025 diplomatic visit to Laos

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh departed Hanoi on January 9 to visit Laos, co-chairing the 47th Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee meeting to bolster bilateral ties.

Ministry of Health urges calm over HMPV virus, emphasizes prevention

Amid growing concerns about the HMPV virus, Vietnam’s health ministry emphasizes that the situation remains under control and advises citizens to adopt protective measures.

Sharp temperature drops in Hanoi as cold air intensifies

Over the next three days, Hanoi will experience freezing nights and sharp daytime temperature drops as a strong cold front moves in, with lows dipping to 11-12°C.

Policies to drive green transportation for public agencies in Vietnam

The Vietnamese government is working on policies to promote green transportation in state agencies, a move aligned with its environmental goals.

Yeah1 announces the end of two hit reality shows in 2025

Yeah1 has announced it will discontinue two of its popular reality shows, Call Me By Fires (Anh trai vượt ngàn chông gai) and Sisters Riding the Wind and Waves (Chị đẹp đạp gió), in 2025 to focus on two new projects: Show It All and HAHA Farmer.

Danang unveils grand plans for Fireworks Festival 2025, its biggest festival yet

Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2025 will be the longest and largest in its history, promising a transformative experience for visitors, city officials announced.

Vietnam surpasses organ donation records with 41 brain-dead donors in one year

A record-breaking 41 brain-dead individuals donated organs in 2024, signaling Vietnam’s growing commitment to life-saving medical procedures.

Vietnam collects $16.7 million in music royalties in 2024

The Vietnam Center for Protection of Music Copyrights (VCPMC) collected nearly $16.7 million in royalties in 2024 but continues to face challenges with copyright violations in performance events.

Thailand overtakes Vietnam with highest rice export prices globally

Vietnamese rice prices are nearing a two-year low, raising concerns among farmers as Thai rice claims the title of the world's most expensive among leading exporters.

Over 2.5 million Vietnamese households now own personal cars

Household car ownership in Vietnam reached 9% in 2024, almost doubling from 2019, as the country experiences rapid motorization and economic growth.

Commercial banks flourish in 2024, report high profits

Agribank’s indicators in 2024 proved to be the best in the last four years, NCB gained encouraging results in its restructuring, and other banks saw satisfactory profits.

Global giants fuel Bac Ninh’s rise as Vietnam’s top FDI destination

With nearly $5.12 billion in FDI registered, Bac Ninh has emerged as Vietnam’s leading province for foreign investment, driven by global tech giants like Samsung and Foxconn.

American expat finds delicious food in Ha Tinh, orders 2 bowls at once

Discovering a delicious dish priced at just VND25,000 at a restaurant in Huong Khe town of Ha Tinh) province, an American man said that he was so happy he ate two servings.

Vietnam digitizes social insurance, services become more efficient

Breakthroughs in digital transformation in social insurance have brought great benefits to citizens, businesses and state management agencies.

Leaving public sector, young mother runs bakery with VND4 billion annual revenue

Vo Thi Thu Hanh experienced a tough period after she left the public sector, but she overcame her difficulties and became the owner of a bakery with revenue of VND4 billion a year.

Some stay to shoulder country’s affairs, others leave to sacrifice for nation

Streamlining the apparatus should be viewed as an opportunity to recognize individuals’ contributions.

Resolution 57 will reform science, technology, innovation in Vietnam

Resolution 57 is an important thematic resolution concerning breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation (STI) and digital transformation, with revolutionary viewpoints, tasks and solutions.

WHO addresses spread of HMPV-related pneumonia in China

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued guidance on managing Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)-related pneumonia, which is spreading in China during the winter season.

Motorcycle production surges to record high ahead of Lunar New Year

With a record-breaking production of 312,300 motorcycles in December, Vietnamese manufacturers are set to stabilize prices during the peak shopping season.

PM: Government cuts internal structures by 30% for greater efficiency

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has announced a 30% average reduction in internal structures across government agencies, with some achieving up to 50%, paving the way for a leaner and more efficient public service.