Hoa Binh Provincial Chairman approved for early retirement

Bui Van Khanh, Chairman of the Hoa Binh Provincial People's Committee, has been granted early retirement, with plans for new leadership underway.

Laos’ Defense Minister attends Vietnam’s defense exhibition, marks first visit

During his first visit to Vietnam, Laos’ Defense Minister reaffirmed the two nations’ commitment to stronger defense ties, including a new cooperation protocol.

1980s pop icon Samantha Fox joins disco legends for free show in Da Lat

Pop icon Samantha Fox, alongside Boney M. Liz Mitchell and Joy, will light up the Dalat Spring Concert, delivering a nostalgic trip back to the 1980s.

Quang Hai secures double awards in Round 3 of ASEAN Cup 2024

Nguyen Quang Hai clinched Player of the Round and Best Goal honors in Round 3 of the ASEAN Cup, solidifying his status as a key player for Vietnam.

PM Pham Minh Chinh prioritizes fairness in administrative restructuring policies

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has emphasized fairness and progress as Vietnam restructures its political system, with a focus on safeguarding workers’ rights.

Rare condition causes 14-year-old boy to reach 2 meters in height

Due to a rare congenital genetic disorder, a 14-year-old boy has grown nearly 2 meters tall but suffers from severe scoliosis, causing his body to lean significantly to one side.

Unverified bank accounts face transaction restrictions starting January 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, unverified bank accounts will face restrictions on online and QR-based transactions. Customers are urged to update their biometric and identification information before the December 31, 2024, deadline.

Air pollution in Hanoi worsens in winter, fine dust levels exceed safe limits

Hanoi’s air pollution has reached dangerous levels, with PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations exceeding safe limits, posing significant health risks for residents.

Landslides block Khanh Le Pass; emergency declaration proposed

Heavy rains triggered multiple landslides on Khanh Le Pass in Khanh Hoa Province, blocking the Nha Trang-Da Lat route for days as workers race to clear the debris.

Ho Chi Minh City expels 112 Party members over misconduct and corruption

In 2024, Ho Chi Minh City disciplined 299 Party members and 10 organizations for violations in areas prone to misconduct, including land and public asset management.

Ho Chi Minh City launches 17 electric bus routes to support Metro Line 1

Nearly 100 electric buses have arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, ready to connect residents to Metro Line 1 as part of a sustainable and modern public transportation network.

Press agencies face pressure to become tech firms

Press agencies today need to go beyond traditional journalism and create new values to satisfy the needs of readers. This can only be done if editorial offices turn into technology firms.

HCM City police shut down unlicensed karaoke and entertainment venues

Violations at several "sensitive" business establishments in Ho Chi Minh City, including drug use and unlicensed karaoke services, have resulted in strict penalties and suspensions.

Korean pianist Yiruma to join Vietnamese singer in new music project

World famous pianist Yiruma confirmed on December 17 that he will take part in pop star Ha Anh Tuan’s "Sketch A Rose" live concert in 2025, marking the first time that he will collaborate with a Vietnamese artist.

Google announces Top 5 search trends 2024 in Vietnam

Google has announced a list of the Top 5 search trends in Vietnam this year as part of Google Year In Search 2024, depicting a panorama of interests among Vietnamese people throughout the whole year.

Institutional reform: Paving the way for Vietnam’s growth and prosperity

Institutional reform, streamlined governance, and a focus on private enterprise are key to Vietnam’s efforts to achieve high economic growth and prosperity.

Hanoi tightens airport health checks amid Congo mysterious disease outbreak

The Hanoi Centre for Disease Control has been tightening health checks at the Noi Bai International Airport amid Congo mysterious disease outbreak.

Six SOEs to be transferred back to industry ministry

Six State–owned enterprises with a total State stake of $31.5 billion will be transferred back to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) after 6 years under management of the Commission for the Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC).

Regional, int’l financial hubs to help boost national economy: Deputy PM

According to the plan, an international financial hub will be developed in Ho Chi Minh City, while a regional financial hub will be set up in Da Nang.

Experts advise on HCM City's potential to become key service hub

Thanks to its distinctive business advantages, especially in boosting the growth of the service sector, Ho Chi Minh City has the potential to become a major service hub of the region, experts said at a conference in the city on December 17.

Two VNese destinations among cheapest places to live for digital nomads

Popular website Travel off Path of the United States has listed two Vietnamese places among their Top 4 Exciting Digital Nomad Destinations in Asia Where You Can Live On under US$1,000 a Month list.

Quitting high-paying job, young man raises deer, becomes billionaire

Leaving Japan where he had a good job with high pay, Dinh Duc Phu, born in 1996, returned to Vietnam to raise deer for their antlers on a farm in Que Son district in Quang Nam province and now earns VND600 million a year.

Dalat spring concert features international musical legends

Celebrated singers and bands from the 1970s and 1980s — namely Boney M. and singer Liz Mitchell, as well as Joy and Samantha Fox — will perform their hits at the Dalat Spring Concert set to take place at Lam Vien Square in Da Lat on December 21.

American expat tries 'giant' version of pho in HCM City

The unique pho version, served in an unusually large bowl with a portion size four times the normal amount, was sampled by American diner Max McFarlin, a YouTuber from Arkansas state in the US.

Investors wait for a boost in the IPO market

A new chapter is expected to unfold in Vietnam's financial market, as companies across various sectors gear up for their initial public offerings (IPOs), signalling a notable shift in the country's investment landscape.