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.

Vietnam’s AI strategy: How to build a competitive edge in AI

Vietnam must adopt an adaptive AI strategy, focusing on industry-specific applications and data sovereignty to maintain competitiveness and technological independence.

Video clip of older woman sleeping in husband's arms goes viral

The image of a wife sleeping peacefully in her husband's arms in a hospital corridor has warmed viewers' hearts.

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.

Resolution 57 lays foundation for sci-tech development, innovation

On December 22, 2024, the Politburo released Resolution 57 on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation.

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.

Vietnam – a land of opportunities for Nordic firms

Ole Linnet Juul, Senior Chief Advisor of the Confederation of Danish Industry, commended Vietnam’s recent strides, particularly in institutional reforms, technological advancements, innovation, and digital transformation.

National Aviation Security Centre launched

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) held a ceremony in Hanoi on February 28 to take over the responsibility of ensuring aviation security and launch the National Aviation Security Centre.

Commune-level public security officers to handle more administrative procedures

As part of the ministry’s new structure, district-level division of public security will be dissolved, and the ministry will take over five key state management tasks from various ministries starting March 1

HCM City eyes multifaceted cooperation with New Zealand

Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc expressed his hope that PM Christopher Luxon’s visit will accelerate investment cooperation from New Zealand enterprises in the coming time.

Hungary wishes to strengthen parliamentary cooperation with Vietnam

Hungarian National Assembly Speaker László Kövér has expressed his desire to further enhance parliamentary cooperation between Hungary and Vietnam, particularly in sharing legislative experience.

Banking sector urged to expand credits to support economic growth

SBV Deputy Governor Dao Minh Tu stated that an average credit growth of over 2% would contribute to a 1% increase in the country's GDP.

Government issues plan to implement National Marine Spatial Planning

The plan will establish a clear roadmap, along with the necessary resources, to address spatial conflicts in marine resource exploitation.

Party chief outlines policies for socio-economic development

Party General Secretary To Lam outlined ambitious economic growth targets of at least 8% for 2025, laying the groundwork for double-digit rates in the coming years. He also provided orientations for digital asset and currency management in Vietnam.