Decision handed to officer serving on UN mission in Central African Republic

Under the new deployment, Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Hoang Long, a lecturer from the National Defence Academy, will replace Major Nguyen Anh Tuan as an Intelligence Staff Officer (SO ISR) at the MINUSCA mission.

Vietnamese AI tracking solution granted US patent

The invention "Deep-learning method for multi-object tracking from video" was granted a utility patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

SOS Children's Village student wins rare scholarship and graduates with honors

Growing up at the SOS Children’s Village Hai Phong, Phuong Anh never felt miserable or pitiful. At 18, she won a rare scholarship and later graduated from university with distinction.

HCM City elevates cultural, sports infrastructure worthy of creative city status

Authorities of Ho Chi Minh City are finalising a plan to develop modern and efficient grassroots cultural and sports facilities through 2035, aligned with the city’s master plan and the goal of building a creative and smart city.

Int’l Financial Centre to attract billion-dollar capital inflows

Though newly operational, the Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) has posted encouraging early results, reflecting strong investor confidence and emerging as a gateway for major capital inflows into Vietnam.

Vietnam fosters maternal and child healthcare, advances toward 2035 goals

Disease prevention and maternal and child healthcare have received special attention from the Party and State through a range of resolutions, strategies, and national target programmes in recent years.

Apple tipped to shrink Dynamic Island on iPhone 18 Pro

Although the iPhone 18 Pro is not expected to undergo a radical design overhaul, Apple is reportedly planning notable changes to the Dynamic Island.

Ho Chi Minh City hosts third Book, Night Culture Festival

The third Book and Night Culture Festival is set to open on February 27 at Nguyen Van Binh Book Street in Ho Chi Minh City, promising a more vibrant, refreshing and distinctly Vietnamese atmosphere than ever before.

Former health minister admits receiving VND2.5 billion from subordinates

Investigators say former Health Minister Nguyen Thi Kim Tien admitted receiving VND2.5 billion (US$102,000) from subordinates, while denying knowledge of the money’s origin.

Refining rare disease management policies needed to ensure equitable health care

In Vietnam, an estimated 6 million people live with rare diseases, about 58% of whom are children, while nearly 30% of affected children die before the age of five due to delayed diagnosis or limited access to appropriate treatment.

Vietnam, EFTA step up free trade agreement negotiations

The EFTA side highly appreciated Vietnam’s efforts and its market access proposals, while reaffirming the bloc’s traditional strengths in promoting private investment and technology transfer.

Vietnam expands coastal forests to bolster green growth

After five years, the 2021-2030 coastal forest project has delivered strong results, restoring and expanding the nation’s climate-resilient green shield.

Politburo names Duong Quoc Huy as Lao Cai Party secretary

The Politburo has assigned Duong Quoc Huy, Deputy Inspector General of the Government, to serve as Secretary of the Lao Cai Provincial Party Committee for the 2025-2030 term.

Hoang Minh Son appointed acting minister of education and training

Hoang Minh Son, currently Director of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, has been tasked with leading the education sector as Acting Minister.

Embassy issues urgent recommendations to Vietnamese in Israel

Amid rising Middle East tensions, the Vietnamese Embassy in Israel on February 28 urged the community to stay vigilant and strictly follow local safety regulations.

HCM City’s 2026 Culture – Tourism Festival kicks off with vibrant activities

Ho Chi Minh City’s 2026 Culture and Tourism Festival officially opened on February 27, featuring a wide range of cultural, artistic and tourism activities aimed at promoting the city’s image and strengths.

Tay Yen Tu Spring Festival promotes heritage, peace

The 2026 Tay Yen Tu Spring Festival opened at the Tay Yen Tu spiritual – ecological tourism complex in the northern province of Bac Ninh on February 28, attracting large numbers of Buddhists and visitors from far and wide.

Vietnam voices deep concern over escalating conflict in Middle East

Vietnam is deeply concerned about the complicated and escalating conflict in the Middle East, which poses a grave threat to the lives and safety of civilians, as well as to regional and global peace and stability.

Da Nang: foreigner caught operating drone illegally

Authorities in the central city of Da Nang have penalised a foreign tourist for flying a drone without permission, amid intensified efforts to curb unauthorised unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) activity.

OpenAI’s ‘post-smartphone’ ambition begins to take shape

For months, speculation surrounding the “iPhone killer” device reportedly being developed by OpenAI in collaboration with former Apple design legend Jony Ive has fueled intense curiosity across the tech world.

Four pillars for Vietnam’s next leap

Vietnam stands at a historic crossroads. A new system of strategic resolutions is shaping a coherent development philosophy for the decades ahead.

Raising white horses, Lang Son farmer transforms his fortunes

Once used only for ploughing and hauling, white horses have become a lucrative livelihood for a Tay farmer who now sells four-month-old foals for VND30 million each.

Galaxy S26 vs iPhone: Is it time to change ecosystems?

With the arrival of the Galaxy S26, many iPhone users are once again weighing the idea of switching ecosystems. Yet the decision is not simply about stronger specs or a better camera.

Trust, institutions and the new growth engine

High growth will come not from short-term stimulus, but from credible institutions and a private sector driven by innovation.

Building Vietnam’s future on cultural strength

Resolution 80 sets out a bold vision to make culture a pillar of rapid and sustainable development through 2030 and 2045.