Norway showcases green maritime innovations at VietShip 2025

Norway showcases cutting-edge green maritime solutions at VietShip 2025, fostering collaboration with Vietnamese partners for a sustainable shipping future.

Vietnam chairs 75th meeting of Initiative for ASEAN Integration Task Force

This was the first meeting presided over by Vietnam as the Chair of the IAI Task Force in 2025. The meeting aimed to review the implementation of IAI projects and propose solutions to improve the effectiveness of the IAI Work Plan.

Vietship 2025 attracts over 100 domestic, foreign enterprises

Exhibitors are highlighting groundbreaking achievements in shipbuilding and repair, as well as offshore oil and gas exploration technologies and equipment.

Vietnam showcases vibrant tourism, culture at ITB Berlin 2025

Vietnam made a strong impression at ITB Berlin 2025, the world’s leading travel trade show, promoting its diverse tourism offerings and rich cultural heritage.

Charter flights from Russia back to Nha Trang after three-year absence

Anex Vietnam is partnering with Azur Air to operate these routes using modern Boeing aircraft, including the 757, 766, and 777 models. Each flight will carry between 238 and 531 passengers, depending on the aircraft type.

Vietnamese Ao Dai Heritage Club launched in the Netherlands

The Vietnamese Women's Association in the Netherlands has officially introduced the Vietnamese Ao Dai Heritage Club, bringing together Vietnamese expatriates and Dutch friends in a cultural celebration of traditional attire.

Retired doctor still contributes to 'reviving' hearts, saving the critically ill

Retired for more than a decade, Pham Quang Huy, a doctor at Thong Nhat General Hospital in Dong Nai Province, still works to help "revive" numerous hearts and bring patients back to life.

Digital economy, hi-tech economy, and applicable policies

To date, there has been no universally accepted definition of what constitutes a digital economy.

Foreign visitors try delicious VND175,000 pho in Hanoi

Visiting a pho restaurant located on Vo Chi Cong Street in Hanoi, a foreign couple ordered a special serving of pho priced at VND175,000 and were very satisfied with their choice.

Vietnam aims to make English a second language for all students by 2035

The scheme, spanning from 2025 to 2035 with a vision extending to 2045, is being piloted in selected universities and schools.

Professor shares insights on elevating startups to international stature

Vietnamese startups will be able to quickly join international markets with innovative products and technologies, and proficiency in foreign languages, according to Prof Tran Luong Son, Director of the Entrepreneurship Program at SUNY Cobleskill.

Vietnam, UNODC unveil cybercrime convention signing in Hanoi

Vietnamese Ambassador to Indonesia Ta Van Thong described the convention as a historic milestone in crime prevention and criminal justice and the first global treaty tackling the multifaceted challenges of online crime.

Vietnam plans pilot cryptocurrency exchange

The Vietnamese Ministry of Finance is preparing a proposal to pilot a digital currency exchange, Deputy Finance Minister Nguyen Duc Chi announced at the government’s regular press conference on March 5.

Hanoi boosts tourism with cultural events

The Hanoi Department of Tourism has designed a comprehensive plan to boost tourism demand, tailored to each season and period.

Real estate transactions surge, new growth cycle anticipated

The real estate market in 2024 saw an increase in total transactions for apartments, individual houses, and land plots compared to 2023.

Boxers ready to pack a punch at world championships

Vietnamese boxers will also take part in a number of tournaments this year. The Asian Junior Boxing Championships will be held from March 10-24.

Commune police can handle up to 35 administrative procedures

Eligible commune-level police units can now process up to 35 administrative procedures and online public services across various domains.

Vietnam restores IA undersea cable, APG repairs to be completed by April

Vietnam’s IA undersea cable has been fully repaired, restoring international Internet connectivity. The APG cable, still under maintenance, is expected to be fixed by early April 2025.

Vietnamese universities offer billion-VND salaries to attract top academics

Universities in Vietnam are offering competitive salaries and rewards to attract top academic talent, reducing financial struggles for faculty members.

Ho Chi Minh City accelerates AI, semiconductor, and blockchain development

HCMC is advancing AI, semiconductors, blockchain, and 5G/6G technology to become a Southeast Asian innovation hub by 2045, aiming for a 50% digital economy share.

Tourist rentals surge in HCM City apartments, sparking fierce resident backlash

Ho Chi Minh City’s short-term rental market is booming, but long-term residents are pushing back against security risks and overcrowded facilities.

Social housing projects offer hope for workers, but accessibility issues persist

Thousands of social housing projects in Hanoi will soon begin construction, a positive sign for average workers amid rising prices for commercial apartments. However, experts say that ensuring accessibility to affordable housing remains a challenge.

Young director leverages AI to revive traditional arts

Passionate about both cinema and emerging technology, young director Pham Vinh Khuong is making waves with his innovative approach to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the arts.

Vietnam achieves coral reproduction milestone

Coral spawning lasts mere minutes and occurs just once annually per colony, forcing the team to conduct hundreds of night dives to capture these fleeting moments.

Shrimp industry advised to take actions to maintain growth momentum

Experts held that in order to maintain the export momentum, the shrimp industry must proactively enhance production conditions and standardise processes from production to trade.