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Prime Minister: Vietnam must sustain high, continuous growth until 2045

On the morning of February 21, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a government conference with local authorities to implement key economic growth policies.

Global Vietnamese innovators gather to shape the country’s future

The Global Vietnam Innovation Forum 2025 convened in Singapore, bringing together top Vietnamese innovators to discuss AI, semiconductors, and fintech as Vietnam’s next growth pillars.

Merging provinces&removing district-level administration: The path to progress?

Experts argue that eliminating district-level governance and consolidating provinces could create stronger economic zones and streamline government functions, aligning Vietnam with global trends.

Vietnam adjusts population policies to counteract falling birth rates

The Politburo has issued new guidelines eliminating disciplinary actions against party members who have a third child, signaling a major shift in demographic policy.

Vietnam’s first steps in implementing Resolution 57

At the annual ICT gathering in Hanoi, Minister Nguyen Manh Hung and other key leaders stress the importance of government-backed research and digital transformation. Resolution 57 is hailed as a landmark step toward a tech-driven economy.

The 1979 border war: What must not be ignored in history

Avoiding discussion of historical events equates to concealing history - something neither possible nor advisable.

Vietnamese enterprises need to master strategic technologies: minister

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.

Vietnam bets on private sector growth to drive double-digit economic expansion

The Vietnamese government is prioritizing private sector development as the key driver of economic growth. With over 50% of GDP contribution and 80% of employment creation, private enterprises are essential for Vietnam’s long-term prosperity.

Baby Hen’s 100-day journey, a miraculous fight for survival

At birth, she showed no signs of life – not breathing, no crying, no reflexes. Her chances of survival were estimated at just one per cent.

Honoring history: Vietnam’s heroes remembered through street names

Across the country, streets bear the names of brave soldiers who gave their lives defending Vietnam’s northern border in 1979.

Trump’s new tariffs shake markets - Vietnam’s trade at risk?

The US will impose tariffs equivalent to those levied on its goods, with potential consequences for Vietnam and other trading partners.

Vietnam at a crossroads: Why R&D investment is critical for national progress

The Fourth Industrial Revolution presents both opportunities and challenges for Vietnam. To secure its place among leading tech-driven nations, the country must drastically increase investment in research and development.

A love story cut short by war: A wedding held decades later

In the fierce battles of 1979, two young lovers sacrificed their lives for their homeland. Decades later, their families reunited in an emotional ceremony, bringing their spirits together in a wedding they never had.

Italy’s secret to high-income success: Lessons for Vietnam

The Italian Ambassador to Vietnam reveals how quality over quantity helped Italy escape the middle-income trap and how Vietnam can do the same.

The urgent need to unleash Vietnam’s private businesses

The private sector is the country’s intrinsic strength - its deeply rooted and enduring value. Yet, it remains fragile in its development. This highlights the fact that Vietnam still has ample room for growth.

‘Strategic trust’ with the US is key to Vietnam’s economic future

With shifting US policies and potential trade risks, Vietnam must take proactive steps to build trust with Washington. Dr. Vu Thanh Tu Anh outlines key measures to secure Vietnam’s recognition as a market economy and avoid economic setbacks.

Vietnam must break old constraints to enter a new era of development

Vietnam has the momentum and ambition - encouraged by its leaders - to embark on a new and transformative development path toward prosperity.

Armless boy in Bac Ninh writes with his feet, dreams of becoming a doctor

Despite being born without arms, Nguyen Dong Khai from Bac Ninh says he dreams of becoming a doctor to treat disease and help people.

The man entrusted with Emperor Ham Nghi’s golden treasures

For nearly 140 years, the golden elephant relics gifted by Emperor Ham Nghi have been considered the spiritual heart of Phu Gia Commune (Huong Khe, Ha Tinh Province).

Eco-friendly genius: Grandfather’s upcycling skills inspire younger generations

At 82, Do Ca Tung is redefining sustainable living by repurposing household junk into practical and artistic items, earning the admiration of his grandson and thousands online.