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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.

Vietnam’s rise as Southeast Asia’s organ transplant leader

With 9,500 transplants in 33 years and cutting-edge surgical advancements, Vietnam now leads Southeast Asia in organ transplantation.

Vietnamese parents pay premium for tutoring as extra classes are restricted

With school-led tutoring reduced under new education policies, many Vietnamese parents are spending hundreds of dollars on private lessons to help their children prepare for exams.

Unseen heroes of medicine: The pathologists behind cancer diagnosis

At K Hospital’s pathology center, doctors and technicians work tirelessly behind the scenes to provide accurate cancer diagnoses, ensuring precise treatment plans.

Duong Ky Anh: From a begging child to Vietnam’s beauty pageant pioneer

Discover the incredible journey of Duong Ky Anh, from a poverty-stricken childhood to becoming the Chief Editor of Tien Phong and the visionary behind Vietnam’s first beauty pageant.

Merging provinces: how many provinces and cities are optimal for Vietnam?

With rapid advancements in science and technology, many people believe this is the ideal time to merge provinces and cities to reduce the burden of regular expenditures and to invest for socio-economic development.

Charity in question: Pham Thoai, baby Bap’s mother, and the VN16bil. dispute

A fundraising campaign led by TikToker Pham Thoai for baby Bap’s medical treatment has sparked intense debate over financial transparency. With questions about missing funds and demands for full disclosure, the controversy continues to unfold.

Rising street violence in Vietnam: What’s fueling the aggression?

From road rage to physical altercations, street violence in Vietnam is on the rise. Experts analyze the causes and legal implications.

Vietnamese graduate sends 600 job applications, gets offers from US companies

Sending over 600 job applications in five months, Nhat Quang received offers from four American companies, including Microsoft. Prior to the offers, Quang had interned at Facebook and Nvidia.

How many provinces should Vietnam have? The debate over administrative reform

Vietnam considers merging provinces to streamline governance, reduce costs, and improve economic efficiency in an era of digital transformation.

Vietnam and the AI race: learning from DeepSeek’s success

The launch of DeepSeek is just one piece of China’s larger AI puzzle. With a clear roadmap and strong state-backed initiatives, China is positioning itself as an AI superpower. What steps can Vietnam take to follow suit?

Vietnam adopts bold new policies to boost scientific innovation

The National Assembly has approved groundbreaking policies that allow for calculated risks in research, granting scientists greater autonomy and funding flexibility.

Foreign enterprises report massive losses - Is it real or just tax evasion?

More than half of FDI firms in Vietnam report continuous losses despite ongoing operations. Experts warn of tax evasion tactics that could distort market competition.

Accepting risks in scientific research

Minister Nguyen Manh Hung emphasizes that Vietnamese businesses, especially large companies, should take on the mission of mastering strategic technologies to control the country's digital transformation process.

Key industrial-product manufacturers join forces to boost exports

The annual export revenue of HAMI’s (Hanoi Association of Main Industrial Products) member companies is $2 billion.

Vietnam’s domestic businesses struggle as foreign firms exploit tax loopholes

FDI companies in Vietnam are leveraging tax incentives while declaring billions in losses. Experts suggest enhanced tax audits, standardized pricing databases, and global cooperation to curb corporate tax evasion and protect domestic enterprises.

Vietnam’s healthcare in the era of nation’s rise

Nguyen Dinh Anh of the Ministry of Health writes about challenges, opportunities, and the path forward for the sector.

Schools suspend extra classes, parents worry about children's exam results

General schools have followed the Ministry of Education and Training's (MOET) Circular 29 on private tutoring management that suspends all extra classes in and out of schools.

Five lessons learned from five years of national digital transformation

Reviewing the implementation of the National Digital Transformation Program over the past five years, the Ministry of Information and Communications, as the standing agency of the Digital Transformation Committee, has drawn key lessons for success.

One change helps hospital save hundreds of billions of VND

Bach Mai Hospital has successfully completed its digital transformation, becoming the first special-class hospital under the Ministry of Health (MOH).