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Who really owes whom? The hidden debts in Vietnam’s battle for net zero

Vietnam’s climate commitment reveals a deeper global imbalance behind emission reductions.

From remote village to valedictorian: Ha Nhi student conquers 600km journey

Sung Thanh Xuan's story of perseverance and pride led him to become a 2025 valedictorian in Hanoi.

Vietnam tourism's digital challenge: Bridging tech and tradition

Digital tools can elevate Vietnam’s tourism economy - but only if legal frameworks, skilled labor, and national platforms catch up.

More jobs, more challenges in Vietnam’s labor sector

Public-sector cuts and global headwinds put pressure on Vietnam’s employment outlook.

Vietnam’s greenhouse emissions may triple by 2030 without urgent action

Vietnam’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions more than doubled from 150.9 million tons in 2000 to 316.7 million tons of CO₂ equivalent by 2016.

Once booming, now forgotten: Ho Chi Minh City’s last lighter gas refiller

Mr. Hung’s humble dream - earning just enough for a kilo of rice - keeps him pedaling through pain.

Hanoi’s crime lords of the 90s: A tale of power, profit, and prison

This deep dive into Hanoi’s notorious underworld reveals how two gang leaders controlled markets and manipulated justice.

Beekeeper’s success story: Can Tho 9X reaps big rewards from sweet labor

Relying on Italian bees and natural forage, Trong earns a lucrative income from his 300 hive operation.

Vietnam eyes green growth: unlocking capital and talent for clean energy

Vietnamese firms are rising in the global energy supply chain, but capital and workforce hurdles persist.

Merging isn’t enough: HCM City’s path to regional competitiveness

Despite merging with key provinces, Vietnam’s largest city faces challenges scaling up its economy

Vietnam faces inflation risks in second half of 2025

Experts warn of inflation threats despite Vietnam’s strong first-half price control.

Vietnamese-German scientist honored by German president for science outreach

Dr. Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim, a renowned chemist and science communicator in Germany, was honored with the Federal Cross of Merit by the German president for her exceptional ability to convey scientific knowledge through YouTube and television.

Climate risk reshapes Ho Chi Minh City’s real estate landscape

Climate adaptation becomes a core strategy for property investment in Southeast Asia.

Behind the profits: Nam Dinh’s aluminum village struggles with pollution

Binh Yen’s thriving aluminum recycling trade has brought prosperity, but at the cost of severe environmental damage.

Vietnam – an attractive destination for medical tourism

Not only does Vietnam attract international tourists with its landscapes, culture, and cuisine, but it is also gradually becoming a reliable destination for medical treatment, offering high-quality services at reasonable costs.

Young guide’s humble homestay helps promote Dao Tien culture worldwide

Though not fluent in English, Chu Tien Thanh, a Dao Tien man from Lung Muoi hamlet at the foot of Phia Oac Mountain (Cao Bang), has hosted hundreds of international tourists with his unique and heartfelt hospitality.

Cybersecurity incident response: concrete actions needed

As Vietnam’s digital transformation accelerates, both the frequency and severity of cyberattacks are growing.

Nam Cam’s criminal empire: From gangster apprentice to death row

The notorious life of Nam Cam, Vietnam’s most feared crime boss, ended in 2004, but his rise and fall continues to fascinate and terrify.

Vietnamese culture takes center stage in top UCL thesis

Vietnamese-Hungarian graduate Karolina My Lan wins top honors for her architectural tribute to cultural harmony.

Vietnam’s fandom culture evolves with creativity, unity, and social impact

From meticulously crafted handmade gifts to large-scale projects, Vietnamese fans express their love for idols in endlessly creative and meaningful ways.