Vietnam digital technology enterprise map to be launched for first time

The Vietnam digital technology enterprise map will serve as a critical tool to position enterprises in the market, enhance competitiveness and expand cooperation opportunities domestically and internationally.

Vietnamese wushu martial artists qualify for 2025 World Games

Duong Thuy Vi, who earned a gold medal for Vietnam at the 2022 World Games, secured her spot at the 2025 event with a strong recent performance.

HCM City’s ao dai festival to feature mass folk dance with 53,000 participants

The mass folk dance will be the highlight of the 11th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival, with around 3,000 participants performing live at Nguyen Hue walking street and over 50,000 people joining from 21 districts and Thu Duc city.

Vietnam attends Islam-Buddhism Summit in Cambodia

Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Minh Vu participated in the Islam-Buddhism Summit in Phnom Penh on February 27.

Vietnam, China Coast Guards conduct joint patrol in Gulf of Tonkin

The joint patrol, spanning from Point 1 to Point 9 along the demarcation line of the Gulf of Tonkin, covered a distance of 120 nautical miles.

Major policies to be added to 14th National Party Congress’s draft documents

General Secretary To Lam underscored the importance of taking a fresh and in-depth look at the achievements, causes and lessons learned from 40 years of Doi Moi under the 13th National Party Congress tenure.

Foreign ministry confirms Vietnamese citizens rescued from scam rings in Myanmar

Vietnamese authorities have been collaborating with their counterparts to investigate and prosecute Vietnamese citizens involved in criminal activities abroad in accordance with laws of both Vietnam and host countries.

Vietnam supports disarmament, non-proliferation of nuclear weapons: Ambassador

Vietnam calls on member states to uphold a sense of responsibility and political determination, enhance cooperation, engage in substantive and flexible dialogue, promote the inclusivity within the CD.

Vietnam, China launch new border crossing to enhance trade

The ceremony was jointly organised by the People’s Committee of Cao Bang province's Ha Lang district and China’s Daxin administration.

HCM City eyes cooperation with India in IT, digital economy

With Vietnam's commitment to developing smart urban areas, digital transformation, and sustainable environment, Vietnam and India have opportunities to promote strategic partnerships and extensive cooperation.

First AI-generated film honours healthcare sector

Vietnam’s first AI-generated theatrical film, Ao trang sau dem trang (White blouses after sleepless nights), which pays tribute to the healthcare sector, was introduced to audience by director Pham Vinh Khuong on February 27.

Vietnam emerges as key hub for int’l textile manufacturers

Vietnam’s textile sector, comprising around 7,000 companies and over 3 million workers, dedicates 80% of its production capacity to exports and 20% to domestic consumption.

Metro Line 1 prompts investments in HCM City's eastern apartment market

Ho Chi Minh City’s apartment supply is expected to exceed 40,000 units by 2027, with Thu Duc city accounting for half, according to Savills Vietnam.

Trade through Mong Cai border gate surges over 58%

More than 300,000 tonnes of goods were traded through the crossing points of the Mong Cai International Border Gate as of late February, a 56.4% increase year-on-year.

Banks begin reducing deposit interest rates in response to PM’s direction

Several commercial banks have started reducing deposit interest rates by 0.1 to 0.4 percentage points in response to the Prime Minister’s direction to lower rates to help achieve the Government’s 8% growth target in 2025.

Vietnam's retail real estate has great potential for development in 2025

Vietnam's retail market with positive growth prospects will support the development of the commercial real estate market this year, according to experts at the “Vietnam Retail 2025: Opportunities in Real Estate” event held on February 27.

ACV to invest 1 trillion VND to upgrade Vinh International Airport

The investment will fund the expansion and renovation of the airport apron, allowing it to accommodate nine Code C aircraft.

Binh Duong int’l women's cycling race features 14 teams

The 2025 Biwase Tour of Vietnam and the 15th Binh Duong International Women’s Cycling Race – Biwase Cup were officially announced on February 28.

HCM City real-estate market predicted to recover this year

2025 will serve as a crucial foundation year for the real estate sector in Ho Chi Minh City, marking the path towards a full recovery by 2026 after facing challenges caused by COVID-19 and economic recession, experts predicted.

Hanoi Basketball Championship starts in March

A total of 15 teams — 10 men's and five women's clubs — will compete at the Hanoi Basketball Championship 2025, representing Hanoi and neighbouring provinces.

Swiss-funded project helps develop sustainable tourism in Vietnam

The project aims to promote the recovery of Vietnam's tourism after the COVID-19 pandemic, and help address the challenges facing the industry to achieve sustainable tourism development.

School fees to be waived for all public school students nationwide

The Politburo has decided to waive all tuition fees for students from kindergarten to high school in the public school system nationwide.

New Zealand PM wraps up Vietnam visit

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon left Ho Chi Minh City on February 28 evening, concluding his three-day successful official visit to Vietnam.

PM urges VNese, Chinese firms to realise high-level agreements through actions

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh suggested connecting the two economies and business communities to further nurture the Vietnam – China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.

Cybersecurity protection function handed over to public security ministry

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) transferred its responsibility of ensuring cybersecurity to the Ministry of Public Security (MoPS) during a ceremony held in Hanoi on February 28.