Vietnam’s International Financial Centre officially comes into being
The IFC establishment is an urgent requirement in reality and based on Vietnam’s potential, advantages, and epochal vision for fast and sustainable development.
Vietnam solidifies standing in global tourism landscape
Vietnam has once again been honoured as the World’s Leading Heritage Destination in 2025 by the World Travel Awards (WTA), marking its sixth recognition after the wins in 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024 and reaffirming its foothold in the global tourism industry.
Digital economy as driver, digital society as foundation of growth: PM
The forum, themed “Developing an inclusive and comprehensive digital economy and digital society to achieve double-digit GDP growth in the 2026–2030 period,” brought together leaders of ministries and localities, technology enterprises, research institutions, experts and representatives of international organisations in Vietnam.
Vietnam reviews five-year implementation of global compact for migration
Vietnam has consistently upheld a people-centered approach, considering the protection of migrants’ security, safety, and lawful rights and interests as a top priority in policy formulation and implementation.
Expanded Terminal T2 at Noi Bai International Airport makes debut
The project expands the terminal’s floor area to over 200,000 sq.m, increases passenger capacity from 10 million to 15 million, even up to 18 million per year, and boosts operational capacity with boarding gates rising from 17 to 30 and jet bridges from 14 to 27, meeting strong growth in international travel demand.
Resolution No. 57: Digital transformation largely benefits people, businesses
The Law on Digital Transformation lays an important legal basis for implementing the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science – technology development, innovation, and national digital transformation.
Three national target programmes basically meet, exceed 2021-2025 goals
A report from the Central Steering Committee for National Target Programmes for the 2021–2025 period showed that poverty reduction in ethnic minority-inhabited areas averaged 3.2% per year. Per capita income among ethnic minorities is estimated to reach 45.9 million VND (1,760 USD) in 2025, a 3.3-fold increase from the 2020 level, well surpassing the goal of more than doubling.
Record arrivals usher in fresh momentum for Vietnam’s tourism industry
The influx of international visitors in 2025 offers a rare window of opportunity for Vietnam’s tourism sector. The pressing task now is to enhance service quality and diversify products so that visitors stay longer and generate higher economic value.
Int’l Buddhist Confederation Secretary General hails Vietnam’s imprints in Vesak 2025
The Venerable mentioned that this was the fourth time Vietnam had hosted the Vesak celebrations, and each time has left a significant impact. He emphasised the meticulous attention to detail, which made this year’s Vesak a standout event, leaving a deep impression on Buddhist monks, nuns and followers, and international delegates.
National Cybersecurity Association opens branch in HCM City
The southern branch aims to become a coordinating body for cybersecurity tasks, workforce development, awareness-raising and the strengthening of digital defence capabilities across the region, contributing to the safe and sustainable growth of Vietnam’s digital economy.
Vietnam named World’s Leading Heritage Destination 2025
The repeated recognition over the years affirms the lasting, timeless allure of Vietnam’s renowned destinations. It also reflects the continuous efforts of localities to preserve resources, diversify tourism products and improve service quality. The growing global acclaim contributes to shaping a diverse, distinctive and highly competitive network of destinations, helping Vietnam continue to shine at prestigious international tourism awards.
Vietnam sees strong growth in new businesses, registered capital in Jan-Nov
Nearly 178,000 new firms were set up nationwide during this period, with registered capital surpassing 1.75 quadrillion VND (66.38 billion USD) and registered employees totalling 1.05 million.
Vietnamese-developed BioWraps wins Top 10 startup award in Hong Kong
The innovative packaging from Vietnam is made from cellulose extracted from orange peels, offering a green, safe, and sustainable alternative to traditional plastics while promoting a circular economy and reducing pollution.
FDI disbursement hits five-year high during first 11 months
Disbursement progress continued to accelerate, hitting a record high for the 2021–2025 period, reflecting Vietnam’s improved capacity to absorb capital and foreign enterprises' commitment to project implementation.
SEA Games 33: Vietnam women’s national team kicks off with “goal fest”
Vietnam’s women’s national team kicked off their 33rd SEA Games journey with a commanding 7–0 win over Malaysia in Group B on December 5, moving temporarily to the top of the group and gaining a crucial advantage in the race for the semifinals.
Lawmakers debate unified national target programme for rural, mountainous areas
The Government has drafted a single decade-long programme for 2026–2035 to replace the three overlapping schemes currently in place for 2021–2025, aiming to eliminate fragmented funding, duplicative tasks, and policy conflict while sharpening management efficiency and long-term impact.
For a strong, prosperous, and happy Vietnam
Guided by the motto “Solidarity – Democracy – Discipline – Breakthrough – Development”, the 14th National Party Congress is set to articulate the strategic mindset, vision and decisions that will propel the country forward in a new era, ensuring the achievement of development goals for 2030 – the centenary of the Party’s founding – and realising the long-term vision for 2045 – the 100th founding anniversary of the nation.
Vietnam’s IFC – safe haven for crypto players: Journal
A recent report from Chainalysis revealed that the total value of crypto received in Vietnam was at 220 billion USD between July 2024 and June 2025, marking a growth of 55% compared to the 2023-2024 period and placing the country third in the Asia-Pacific region, behind India and the Republic of Korea.
Bac Ninh aims to have 15 private firms in Vietnam’s Top 500 enterprises
By 2030, Bac Ninh expects to have at least 50 private companies directly participating in multinational supply chains, and at least five large-scale, internationally standard supporting-industry clusters in operation.”
Vietnamese Party chief's article highlights mettle, wisdom, and achievements of Laos after 50 years of founding
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the National Day of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) To Lam wrote an article titled "50 years of the Lao People's Democratic Republic: Mettle, Wisdom, and Achievements bearing the Imprint of the Times".