Saigon, 1975: The soldier who escorted Duong Van Minh to surrender

A soldier shares his gripping account of the battle that led to the historic surrender on April 30.

Bold bank robbers in Hanoi learn crime doesn’t pay

In recent years, Hanoi has witnessed a number of brazen bank robberies. While the suspects often attempted to flee the scene, police forces consistently managed to apprehend them swiftly.

Naming new communes? Avoid numbers, honor history

As Vietnam reshapes its map, experts stress that new place names should reflect heritage - not just fit data systems.

Universities to lay out red carpet for professors, talents

The Vietnam National University HCM City (VNUHCMC) is planning to invite 100 visiting professors in the next five years, and other universities are spending billions of dong to attract talents.

India to airlift sacred Buddha relics to Vietnam for Vesak 2025

India’s government will officially transport sacred Buddha relics - recognized as national treasures - to Vietnam by military aircraft, marking a spiritual highlight of the 2025 United Nations Day of Vesak hosted by Vietnam.

Over 30 million USD to be presented as gifts to national contributors

This nationwide expression of gratitude will be disbursed on April 30, at the same time with the Reunification Day celebrations.

State President leaves for state visit to Laos

This is the first state visit to Laos by President Luong Cuong, demonstrating Vietnam's high regard and priority to Laos and the determination of the leaders of the two Parties and countries in promoting the great friendship.

Human-like skeletons found in Nghe An cave spark investigation

Authorities in Nghe An have cordoned off a cave in the Len Chua area (Nghia Thanh Commune, Nghia Dan District) after discovering what appears to be multiple human skeletons inside.

Minister calls for UNICEF to shift strategy to help children in remote areas

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung calls for targeted support in mountainous regions during a strategic meeting with UNICEF.

Thailand's new SEA Games format could hinder Vietnam’s U22 team

The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has proposed a completely new competition format for men’s football at the 33rd SEA Games in 2025, potentially putting Vietnam's U22 team at a disadvantage.

Vietjet offers up to VND 1 million in compensation for delayed flights

Passengers delayed on April 20-21 will receive goodwill vouchers from Vietjet amid operational changes at Tan Son Nhat.

Historic merger of provinces needs strategic vision

One of the critical issues arising in the merging of provinces, the abolishing of district-level administration, and the reorganizing of communes is the significant number of civil servants and officials that will become redundant.

Education Ministry probes mass tutoring violations in Hanoi

Following a VTV exposé, the Education Ministry demanded urgent action on unauthorized tutoring in Dong Da District.

Vietnam breaks ground on first data center exceeding 100MW

On April 23, Viettel Group broke ground on the Viettel Data Center and High-Tech Research and Development Hub in the Tan Phu Trung Industrial Park, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City.

Counterfeit milk scandal shakes Vietnam’s food safety system

Nearly 600 counterfeit powdered milk brands targeting patients and infants have been exposed, revealing a fraudulent network that earned up to $19.6 million and highlighted major regulatory lapses in product quality oversight and post-market checks.

Vietnam seeks stronger religious affairs cooperation with U.S.

On April 22 in Hanoi, Minister Dao Ngoc Dung met with U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper to discuss religious management and bilateral cooperation.

Party leader receives Rosen Partners CEO

Party General Secretary To Lam gave a reception in Hanoi on April 23 for Daniel Rosen, CEO of Rosen Partners – a privately held, industry-leading investment firm in the US.

PM orders intensified efforts to ensure security, order during upcoming holiday

In his newly-signed dispatch, the PM stressed that a wide range of important activities in celebration of this anniversary will be held across the nation, drawing the participation of foreign delegations and forces.

Doctors and influencers under fire for endorsing fake milk powder

In cases of false advertising, violators may face administrative fines or even criminal charges, said Major General Hoang Anh Tuyen.

Mang Den beats Da Lat in early bookings for April 30 holiday

With Vietnam's April 30 – May 1 holiday approaching, travelers can still find rooms in Da Lat, but destinations like Mang Den and Sa Pa are nearly sold out.

Former deputy minister to face trial in Vietnam’s rare earth mining scandal

According to the Hanoi People’s Court, former Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Nguyen Linh Ngoc and several other defendants will stand trial on May 12 in a first-instance hearing.

Vietnam targets groundbreaking for high-speed rail by end of 2026

The North-South high-speed railway project is expected to begin construction before December 31, 2026.

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba to make first official visit to Vietnam

PM Ishiba Shigeru and his spouse will visit Vietnam from April 27 to 29, marking a milestone in bilateral ties.

Vietnam remains attractive destination for foreign enterprises: forum

Over nearly four decades of Doi moi, Vietnam remains consistent in encouraging foreign investment.

PM urges drastic measures to ensure power supply for peak period

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on April 23 signed a dispatch on implementing drastic, concerted and effective solutions to ensure the supply of electricity during the peak period of 2025 and the coming years.