Mr. To Lam’s state visit to China marked a new milestone, strengthening political trust and expanding cooperation, helping elevate bilateral ties, said He Wei.

On the afternoon of April 21, a special aircraft carrying South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, First Lady Kim Hea Kyung, and a high-level delegation landed at Noi Bai International Airport, marking the start of an official state visit to Vietnam.

If you were expecting a major technological leap with the iPhone 18 Pro Max, recent rumors may have stirred some excitement.

The Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCYU) Central Committee held a hybrid conference on April 21 to review the Youth Month 2026, highlighting encouraging results in youth activities nationwide.

Achieving double-digit growth is highly challenging but essential for meeting Vietnam’s long-term development goals, stated Finance Minister Ngo Van Tuan on April 21 at the ongoing first session of the 16th National Assembly (NA).

A series of Politburo resolutions is reshaping Vietnam’s growth model, especially in HCM City, requiring a reassessment of key sectors and stronger state-market coordination to sustain rapid, durable growth.

A programme marking Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day 2026 opened in Hanoi on April 21 under the theme “Connecting Knowledge with Policymaking,” promoting the use of academic resources to support governance and national development.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) have agreed to expand cooperation for the 2025–2030 period.

Vietnam’s small businesses performed strongly in 2025, with 84% reporting growth, up slightly from the previous year, according to an Asia-Pacific survey released April 21 in Ho Chi Minh City by CPA Australia.

Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh and the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Kim Yun-duk held talks on April 21 in Hanoi.

The Vietnam women's national football team is placed 37th in the world with 1,593.71 points, according to the latest rankings released by FIFA.

The 2026 Scientific Innovation Competition was launched on April 21, expanding eligibility to overseas Vietnamese for the first time to connect global talent and bring international innovations into domestic use.

Glenn Mathews, an Australian citizen living in Canberra and the son of an Australian veteran who served during the war in Vietnam, on April 20 visited the Embassy of Vietnam in Australia to return the diary of Vietnamese martyr Vo Van Cong.

The northern port city of Hai Phong will waive port infrastructure fees for liquid cargo, including petrol, oil and gas, until December 31, 2026, under a new resolution adopted by the municipal People’s Council.

Vietnam is intensifying nationwide efforts to eliminate malaria by 2030, focusing on stronger surveillance, early detection and treatment, and mobilising resources from both domestic and international partners.

Vietnam’s real estate market is showing encouraging signs in 2026, as the Asia–Pacific region gradually recovers following a year marked by volatility and supply chain restructuring.

Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra has approved a master plan for the conservation, restoration and revitalisation of the Trang An – Tam Coc – Bich Dong scenic complex in Ninh Binh.

Vietnam’s trade performance in the first quarter of 2026 presents a notably upbeat picture, with total turnover reaching 249.5 billion USD, up 23% year-on-year.

In recent years, Vietnam’s tourism sector has grown steadily, but to stay competitive and sustainable, it is shifting toward tech-driven, value-based development, with AI as a key catalyst.

The negative impact of E10 gasoline on engine performance is negligible. Since testing began in Vietnam, leaders from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, PVOIL, and Petrolimex have pioneered its use and recorded no unusual effects.

Growth in the coming period is not just a story about targets, but consistently and effectively implemented development principles.

On April 4, diesel prices climbed to VND44,780 per liter. With their large fuel tank capacities, many pickup trucks and diesel-powered cars in Vietnam now require VND2.4 million and nearly VND4 million for a full tank.

A number of renewable energy enterprises have reported losses or very low profits, and signs ahead appear even worse despite skyrocketing global oil and gas prices.

From a spontaneous visit to a heartfelt farewell, a German digital nomad discovers an unexpected sense of belonging in Vietnam, drawn deeply by its people and quiet beauty.

A beach often dubbed the “Hawaii of Vietnam” has been drawing increasing attention from travelers, not only for its picturesque scenery but also for its surprisingly low costs.