The Vietnam Immigration Department under the Ministry of Public Security has rolled out a mandatory online declaration requirement for specific groups of passengers entering Vietnam via Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City.

At a quarterly review conference in Hanoi, Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nguyen Dinh Khang stressed the need for Party committees to renew leadership thinking to meet rising demands.

Many university candidates are wondering about the respective value offered by the IELTS or SAT exam certificates, and which exam provides a greater advantage when applying for university.

Vietnam U17 produced a stirring comeback to defeat Australia 2-1 in the semi-finals of the 2026 Southeast Asian U17 Championship, securing a place in the final and extending an impressive unbeaten run under head coach Cristiano Roland.

Sustainable high growth requires not just more capital, but more functional markets.

The commitment to “walk the talk” by National Assembly Chair Tran Thanh Man, together with the reform orientation set by Party Chief To Lam, raises expectations that the 16th NA will create an “institutional runway” for growth.

The Ministry of Finance is reviewing the VND500 million revenue threshold for household businesses to calculate personal income tax and value-added tax. It is considering not fixing a specific level in the law.

A bubbling clay pot, smoky charcoal heat and rich flavors leave Canadian visitors impressed.

Looking to beat the heat without traveling far? These destinations near Ho Chi Minh City offer fresh air, scenic landscapes, and diverse experiences for the upcoming holiday.

National Assembly Vice Chairman Nguyen Khac Dinh and Deputy Prime Minister Le Tien Chau attended the launch of the updated National Database on Legal Documents and a supporting information system in Hanoi on April 23.

The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) in coordination with the Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea (RoK) on April 23 orgainised a seminar exploring international investment cooperation opportunities for technology enterprises.

Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) have officially opened their markets to processed chicken products, marking a significant step forward in bilateral agricultural cooperation.

General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the VN People’s Army and Deputy Minister of National Defence, attended a ceremony in Vientiane today to present the Independence Order & Friendship Order to Lao collectives & individuals.

An exchange exhibition on art connecting the Maritime Silk Road opened at the China Cultural Centre in Hanoi on April 22.

A delegation of nearly 20 Vietnamese firms in mechanical engineering, mould-making, automation and supporting industries are showcasing their products and capabilities at Hannover Messe 2026, in Hanover, Germany from April 20 to 24.

Deputy PM Ho Quoc Dung today chaired a meeting reviewing the implementation of the national target programme on new-style rural area building, sustainable poverty reduction, and socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas.

The Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRCS) aims to mobilise at least 500 billion VND (nearly 19 million USD) for nationwide humanitarian activities during Humanitarian Month 2026, heard a press briefing in Hanoi on April 23.

The northern province of Quang Ninh is set to introduce traditional sailboat tours along Ha Long Bay, a move expected to create a distinctive tourism product and further promote the heritage site’s image.

Dien Hong Food Street, themed “A Rendezvous of Flavours and Culture”, opened in the central province of Gia Lai on April 22 evening, unleashing a massive night-time culinary and entertainment space aimed at supercharging local services and tourism.

Legislators on the morning of April 23 discussed in plenary a draft law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the laws on Personal Income Tax, Value-Added Tax, Corporate Income Tax, and Special Consumption Tax.

All four members of the Vietnamese team won medals at the 60th International Mendeleev Chemistry Olympiad (IMChO) held in Moscow, Russia from April 15–23, the Ministry of Education and Training reported on April 22.

A workshop was held in Berlin on April 22 with a view to better connecting Germany’s strong demand for labour with Vietnam’s young and abundant workforce.

The four-day festival, running through April 25, commemorates the historic victories on the Bach Dang River in 938, 981 and 1288 – landmark battles that symbolise Vietnam’s resilience and military ingenuity.

Vietnam plans to join international clinical trials of mRNA-based cancer vaccines and other next-generation vaccines starting in 2026, in a move aimed at strengthening its capacity in advanced biomedical research and treatment.

Lawmakers on April 22 backed a proposal to establish Dong Nai as a centrally-run city, describing the move as a strategic step to turn the southern province into a regional economic connectivity hub and a gateway for international integration.