Top 500 fastest-growing enterprises announced

Ngan Tin Group, FPT Long Chau, South Asia Informatics Technology JSC, Stellapharm Joint Venture Company Limited, and Taseco Group JSC are among the companies featured in the FAST500 rankings.

Economy and investment – Key pillars of Vietnam-Indonesia relationship

Vietnam and Indonesia have shown strong determination in enhancing their bilateral economic relations. Bilateral trade has witnessed robust growth, surpassing 16 billion USD in 2024, a sharp rise from 8.07 billion USD in 2020

Kyrgyz PM meets with Vietnamese business community

He said Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan have significant potential to promote collaboration in various promising sectors, such as agriculture, hydro-power, renewable energy, tourism, information technology, and digital economy.

Lawmaking, enforcement must go in tandem: PM

PM Pham Minh Chinh urged ministers and leaders of sectors and relevant agencies, and local authorities to allocate human and financial resources, as well as time, to improve the quality and ensure the timely development of legal documents.

February electricity output rises 12.6%

Vietnam’s electricity production and import reached 22.24 billion kWh in February, representing a 12.6% increase over the same time last year, according to the Vietnam Electricity (EVN).

Momentum for Vietnam-Singapore green-digital economic partnership

In fact, Vietnam and Singapore are actively strengthening cooperation in various fields to promote the Green-Digital Economic Partnership.

Vietnam sets up steering committee to boost private economic development

A national steering committee for building a private economic development project will be established with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh as its head.

Vietnamese embassy conducts citizen protection after workplace accident in Japan

The Vietnamese Embassy in Japan on March 6 contacted relevant authorities regarding the death of a Vietnamese intern in a workplace accident in Toyama prefecture.

Vietnam to waive visas for citizens from 12 countries

The Government has issued Resolution No. 44/NQ-CP dated March 7, 2025 on visa exemptions for citizens from 12 countries across the world.

Vietnam needs clear strategy for private economic development: Party chief

Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that changes in mindsets and perceptions are essential to transform policies and actions towards the private economic sector.

French Navy’s advanced escort frigate Provence docks in Ho Chi Minh City

The French Navy’s Provence, one of its most advanced escort frigates, has arrived in Ho Chi Minh City. Equipped for air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and reconnaissance, the ship strengthens Vietnam-France defense ties.

Vietnam moves to tighten personal data protection, restricting ID photo requests

Vietnam’s draft Personal Data Protection Law aims to prohibit social media platforms from requiring ID card photos for account verification, enhancing user privacy and data security.

Vietnamese police rescue 62-year-old man from 10-meter-deep well in Ba Ria City

A 62-year-old man was rescued by police after falling into a 10-meter-deep well in Ba Ria City. Firefighters used a ladder to bring him to safety within 45 minutes.

Hanoi metro’s tunnel boring machine reaches Cat Linh Station

The tunnel boring machine for Hanoi’s Nhon – Hanoi Railway Station metro has reached Cat Linh Station after six months of operation. The underground section is expected to be completed by 2027.

Vietnam’s General Secretary To Lam to visit ASEAN Secretariat for the first time

As part of his state visit to Indonesia and Singapore, General Secretary To Lam will make history as the first Vietnamese leader to visit the ASEAN Secretariat, reinforcing Vietnam’s commitment to regional integration.

Vietnamese and Kyrgyz Prime Ministers visit Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Adylbek Kasymaliev toured the Ho Chi Minh Presidential Site, visiting the Stilt House, fish pond, and sharing Vietnamese coffee in a gesture of friendship and cultural exchange.

Medical treatment cost in VN is just one-fourth of foreign companies' costs

Going abroad to have medical treatment is the choice of many Vietnamese as they believe that the foreign services are better. But they can also receive the same high-quality services in Vietnam at much lower costs.

Hanoi to relocate offices and expand public space around Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi is planning to relocate administrative offices and residences near Hoan Kiem Lake to create more public space. The redevelopment will enhance accessibility while preserving cultural landmarks like the Martyrs’ Monument and Ba Kieu Temple.

French photographers’ lens bring Vietnam's history to Paris

The exhibition features over 50 black-and-white photographs by French photographer Marc Riboud.

EV buyers enjoy zero percent registration fee till 2027

The continuation of the zero percent registration fee policy for battery-powered electric vehicles (EVs) is a strong incentive for consumers and businesses, reinforcing Vietnam’s commitment to green transformation.

Pepper export value hits nearly 190 million USD in 2 months

According to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association, the country exported 28,000 tonnes of pepper during this period, generating an impressive revenue of 188.7 million USD.

“Don’t cry, Butterfly” wins hearts, opens Vietnamese Film Days in US

“Mua tren canh buom” (Don’t cry, Butterfly) garnered accolades at the 2024 Venice International Film Festival and won the MPA’s coveted Best Screenplay award in 2019.

Vietnam’s minimum wage adjustment proposal set for March

Vietnam’s minimum wage may be adjusted in 2025 to better reflect living costs and economic growth. With inflation and expenses rising, labor unions are pushing for a significant increase.

Ho Chi Minh City to host fireworks at seven locations for April 30 celebrations

In honor of the 50th anniversary of national reunification, Ho Chi Minh City will organize fireworks displays at seven locations. Authorities are also encouraging private sponsorship for additional display sites across the city.

Vietnam’s military merges key defense agencies to enhance efficiency

Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defense has announced major structural reforms, merging several key agencies to streamline military operations. The restructuring was completed ahead of schedule to improve national defense efficiency.