Party chief meets Vietnamese community in Indonesia

Party General Secretary To Lam commended the Vietnamese community in Indonesia who, though smaller than in some other countries, have worked diligently, achieved business success, and made positive contributions to their host society.

Party chief attends launch of Vietnam Airlines’ HCM City – Bali direct route

Vietnam Airlines will initially operate four round trips weekly between Ho Chi Minh City and Bali resort island’s Denpasar from June 1, with service on Wednesdays, Thursday, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Party General Secretary receives leaders of large Indonesian businesses

Vietnam is committed to creating the best possible conditions for foreign businesses, including Indonesian enterprises, to invest and operate stably and sustainably in the country, said Party General Secretary To Lam.

Party leader attends concert marking 70 years of VN–Indonesia diplomatic ties

The concert was a special event within the framework of Party General Secretary To Lam's state visit to Indonesia and official visit to the ASEAN Secretariat.

Two billiards players of Vietnam to compete at World Games 2025

The World Games has become the second-most important global multi-sport event in the world, holding disciplines that are not in the programme of the Olympic Games.

Vietnam’s first radar satellite LOTUSat-1 ready for orbit

Data from the satellite is expected to meet Vietnam’s growing demand for high-quality imagery, aiding in disaster response, climate change mitigation, natural resource management and environmental monitoring.

Vietnam Airlines flights affected by strike in Germany

The airline representative informed that the operation plan would be regularly updated by the airline in the following newsletters. Affected passengers will be supported by the airline according to regulations.

Call for increased use of hydrogen energy in Vietnam

Vietnam's hydrogen strategy sets an ambitious goal of producing 100,000 to 500,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030, with a long-term target of 10 to 20 million tonnes per year by 2050.

Vietnam – Singapore relations poised for breakthrough: Singaporean MP

Vietnam and Singapore aim to elevate the bilateral relations, particularly in the domains of technology, digital partnerships, and renewable energy which are critical issues not only for the two ASEAN nations but also for the whole region.

HCM City industry firmly on recovery path

Ho Chi Minh City's Index of Industrial Production grew by 2.1% in February and 26.5% from the same month last year, indicating manufacturing is recovering strongly.

Hanoi bans tours on train street

The decision by the Hanoi Department of Tourism to ban tours to this area is seen as a measure to ensure the safety of tourists, create a safe railway corridor and maintain public order.

Forest workers profit from risky honey harvests in border areas

Though their forest trips yield a high income, groups of workers in the northwest constantly fear that a single misstep could cost them their lives as they try to survive amid the “sacred forests and toxic waters”.

65-year-old plastics enterprise: from renown to brink of collapse

With ambitions to become a global multi-sector conglomerate centered on the plastics industry, the long-established Rang Dong Plastics has suffered an unfortunate stumble.

PhDs from top-tier foreign universities return to Vietnam

Dozens of PhDs who graduated from international universities last year returned to Vietnam to work and settle down, including a renowned graduate from a leading school in the US.

Agronomist: 'I was once condemned for sending staff abroad to study seeding'

As the creator of numerous high-yielding and tasty rice varieties, Tran Manh Bao recalls being criticized for sending staff abroad for scientific research at his enterprise.

Female doctor’s 20-year pursuit to 'detect errors’ in Vietnamese genes

Many Vietnamese children are now born fully healthy thanks to a gene decoding technology used by Prof Dr Tran Van Khanh in her lab.

Japanese tourist tries Hanoi pho at 4 am, says 'worth waking up early for'

Trying the famous Hanoi pho at 4 am, a Japanese tourist nodded repeatedly, praising the thin, silky noodles and tender braised beef stew, declaring it "was worth waking up early for."

Vietnam moves to regulate social media data collection, bans ID card requests

Vietnam’s draft data protection law will prohibit social media platforms from requiring ID card photos for verification. It also strengthens restrictions on unauthorized data collection and online surveillance.

iPhone 17 Air: Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet with a next-gen battery

Despite its ultra-slim form, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to feature a cutting-edge high-density battery, ensuring top-tier battery life without compromising size.

Government boosts investment in science and innovation with $400 million fund

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announced plans to allocate an additional $400 million from increased revenue and cost savings to support science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

General Secretary calls for clear strategy to boost Vietnam’s private sector

General Secretary To Lam emphasizes the need for a well-defined strategy to remove barriers and foster the growth of Vietnam’s private sector, which contributes over 50% of GDP but faces structural challenges.

Hanoi backs $1.05 billion PPP project for Gia Binh Airport highway connection

Hanoi has submitted a proposal for a 46km expressway linking Gia Binh Airport to the capital. The project, estimated at $1.05 billion, will be built under a public-private partnership (PPP) model.

Vietnam honors two female scientists with 2024 Kovalevskaia Prize

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh presented the Kovalevskaia Prize to two distinguished scientists for their groundbreaking research and technological applications, furthering Vietnam’s scientific development.

SAT test-takers in VN affected by March 8 exam issue given free retest option

The College Board has acknowledged a technical issue during the March 8 SAT exam, affecting some students. Impacted test-takers can choose between a full refund and a free retest or keeping their submitted scores.

A thousand years of resilience: The ancient persimmon tree of Phu Tho

The ancient persimmon tree in Quang Huc, Phu Tho, has stood for a thousand years, serving as a spiritual landmark. Recognized as a heritage tree in 2024, it remains a site of prayer and reverence for locals seeking peace and prosperity.