Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports have reached an unprecedented $7.15 billion in 2024, driven by skyrocketing durian sales and increasing market access worldwide.

The “era of national rise” is more than an aspiration - it is Vietnam’s strategic plan to accelerate economic growth, innovation, and global influence.

Vietnam’s semiconductor industry is on the rise, with ambitious goals set for 2030. Experts believe the country must invest beyond chip design to achieve true technological independence.

Following a successful 2024, Vietnamese football looks ahead to 2025 with ambitious goals, including strengthening its dominance in Southeast Asia and pushing for greater achievements on the Asian stage.

Israeli Ambassador to Vietnam, Yaron Mayer, recently took a ride on Hanoi Metro Line 3, describing it as a world-class public transit system and a symbol of Vietnam’s technological and urban advancement.

Vietnam aims to elevate its cultural industries with a 2030 goal of contributing 7% to GDP, according to Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Ho An Phong.

Vietnam’s top female shooter, Trinh Thu Vinh, reflects on a successful 2024 and looks ahead to the Year of the Snake with an unwavering determination to achieve more.

The 104-year-old historian Nguyen Dinh Tu shared his passion for Vietnamese history at the 2025 Lunar New Year Book Festival, showcasing decades of dedication to preserving the nation’s past.

Instead of spending Tet at home, a 13-member, three-generation family chose to celebrate aboard Vietnam’s New Year’s Eve train, marking the holiday with an unforgettable experience.

Driven by a love for Vietnam’s cultural heritage, Hanoi teacher Nguyen Thi My Ngoc has introduced Hang Trong folk paintings to preschoolers, using creative methods to make the traditional art accessible and engaging.

On New Year’s Eve, thousands of doctors and nurses across Vietnam work tirelessly in emergency wards, often skipping year-end meals to care for patients in critical need.

Developing Vietnam’s cultural industries requires empowering artists, upgrading infrastructure, and fostering collaboration between creators and policymakers, experts suggest.

For a fresh start to the new year, many visitors head to Vietnam’s sacred mountains, including Fansipan, Ba Na, and Long Doi Son, to seek luck and serenity.

With six international contracts under her belt, Tran Thi Thanh Thuy continues to break boundaries for Vietnamese volleyball, recently joining Indonesia’s Proliga.

Fraudulent schemes targeting 13,000 victims and billions of VND have exposed the urgent need for stronger protections against scams in Vietnam.

Famous Korean mukbang YouTuber Heebab revisited Vietnam to enjoy pho thố đá, a dish she fell in love with during her first trip. The star devoured four bowls of the hot stone pho, praising its tender beef and flavorful broth.

Platforms like YooLife and Zalo are redefining social media in Vietnam, using technology to connect citizens, preserve culture, and enhance digital governance, positioning them as strong competitors to global platforms.

After a landmark 2024 season with multiple international titles, Vietnamese billiards player Tran Quyet Chien is focused on reclaiming the world number one ranking in carom 3-cushion billiards in 2025.

For teacher Nguyen Thi Thanh Hoa, the greatest reward comes not from accolades but from seeing her autistic students achieve simple milestones, such as eating independently or playing with classmates.