Vietnamese coffee in the value era: From production hub to global value partner
After more than a century of formation and development, the coffee industry has made Vietnam one of the world’s leading coffee producers
Innovation – Driver for new development phase
The draft action programme of the Party Central Committee to implement the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress identifies the shift to a new growth model, economic restructuring, and accelerated industrialisation and modernisation, with science, technology, innovation and digital transformation as the core engines, as key tasks.
Overseas Vietnamese community grows in size and quantity
The overseas Vietnamese population has expanded from 2.7 million in 2004 to nearly 6.5 million in over 130 countries and territories, sending home about 15 billion USD in remittances annually, while expatriates have invested in 457 projects worth 1.729 billion USD nationwide.
Vietnam’s health sector accelerates reform towards people-centred system
In 2025, Vietnam faced severe pressures from natural disasters alongside a complex global and regional environment, population ageing, and rising risks from communicable and non-communicable diseases. These challenges placed heavy demands on the health sector, while domestic efforts to streamline the state apparatus and implement a two-tier local government system created both pressure and impetus for innovation and more effective public service delivery.
Digital technology industry surpasses 2025 targets
The digital technology industry’s total revenue hit an estimated 198 billion USD, marking a 26% jump from last year and coming in 16% above the annual target.
Vietnam targets double-digit growth in 2026 with massive investment push
The National Assembly has targeted 10% GDP growth for 2026, a goal that demands enormous capital inflows.
Vietnam continues to ensure all human rights for everyone: ambassador
During the 2023–2025 term, the participation of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission in Geneva at the UN Human Rights Council was guided by a consistent approach: constructive engagement, coherence, and keeping the council focused on practical solutions that improve people’s lives.
Vietnam kicks off 2026 tourism season with ceremonies for first arrivals
In Ho Chi Minh City, the Department of Tourism hosted arrivals of the first international visitors at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, including those on Vietnam Airlines' VN30 from Germany and Qatar Airways' QR974 from Qatar.
Steadfast governance in 2025 builds momentum for a new era
Government leadership in 2025 was marked by firm yet flexible direction, coordinated action and responsiveness to real-world conditions, delivering strong economic growth, effective disease control, faster digital transformation, administrative restructuring and legal improvements, and laying a solid foundation for sustainable development.
HCM City launches Public Administrative Service Centre
The People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City held a ceremony on December 31 to make debut its Public Administrative Service Centre, marking a significant step forward in advancing administrative reform and building a modern, efficient and people-oriented public administration.
New Year celebrations across Vietnam
From major cities to popular tourist destinations, a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere spread across Vietnam as people gathered to welcome the New Year. The nationwide celebrations reflected a shared sense of optimism and togetherness as the country stepped into the new year.
Vietnam forges ahead confidently into new era with wisdom, resilience: Party chief
Combating corruption, wastefulness and negative practices is a crucial task, essential for preserving the Party’s credibility, upholding the rule of law, and, most importantly, maintaining the trust of the people, Party chief said.
Vietnam poised to ring in 2026, ready to embark on new era of prosperity
Major urban centres are already seeing massive crowds as streets have been transformed into colourful corridors of light. This year, the focus in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City has shifted toward immersive cultural experiences that blend tradition with modern innovation.
National Data Centre No.1 to help accelerate digital transformation: Party chief
The National Data Centre No.1 has been positioned as a core and pivotal facility, serving as the “brain” and “heart” of the national digital transformation process, said Party General Secretary To Lam.
Total trade turnover up 17.2% in 11 months
In the first 11 months of 2025, Vietnam’s total import–export turnover reached 839.75 billion USD, up 17.2% compared to the same period last year, with exports rising 16.1% and imports increasing 18.4%.
Hanoi leads 2025 Vietnam eBusiness Index
The average score of the rankings is 9.3 points. The gap in e-commerce development between the two major economic centres – Hanoi and HCM City – and the remaining provinces and cities is very large.
High-quality workforce key to Vietnam’s semiconductor ambitions
Developing high-quality human resources is the decisive factor for Vietnam to successfully build its semiconductor industry, Deputy Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Van Phuc said at a conference reviewing the implementation of national strategies on semiconductor workforce development held in Ho Chi Minh City on December 26.
Digital economy – driver for Vietnam’s breakthrough in new development phase
The digital economy is establishing itself as a pillar of Vietnam’s development process as it is expected to reach about 39 billion USD in 2025 and boasts one of the fastest growth rates in Southeast Asia.
Artistic lighting space launched at Hoan Kiem Lake
An artistic lighting space highlighting Thap Rua (Turtle Tower) was officially launched in the Ho Guom (Hoan Kiem Lake) area on the evening of December 24, marking the start of Hanoi’s cultural and artistic programmes to welcome the 2026 New Year.
