National
Hanoi streets decorated ahead of Vietnam Fatherland Front congress longform
These days, many central streets in Hanoi are decorated with colorful flags, flowers, banners and posters celebrating the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front for the 2026–2031 term.
Tens of thousands of vehicles use Bien Hoa -Vung Tau Expressway in first 10 days
Prime Minister assigns 20 strategic tasks to ministries
Warning issued over trampling of nearshore coral reefs in Nha Trang Bay longform
Court reform must deliver measurable results: NA Chairman
International
Poland’s Constitution Day celebrated in Ho Chi Minh City
The Embassy of Poland in Vietnam on May 9 held a ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City to commemorate the 235th anniversary of Poland’s Constitution Day (May 3, 1791 – 2026), highlighting the growing friendship and cooperation between Poland and Vietnam.
Vietnamese Party official meets leaders of Sri Lankan political parties
Vietnam–Sri Lanka relations reach new milestone
HCMC, Mumbai forge strategic partnership under Vietnam–India State visit
VN, Sri Lanka issue Joint Statement on elevation of relations to Partnership
Business
HCMC mechanical enterprises conquering global supply chains
From cranes shipped to Norway to steel structures for World Cup stadiums, Ho Chi Minh City’s mechanical engineering firms are breaking into international markets while decisive investments and industrial planning cement the city’s role.
HCMC moves to rein in construction material price fluctuations
Vietnam confronts rice price slump as leaders push for US$74 billion export goal
VN-Index hits second consecutive record high
Ministry moves to prevent testing delays from hindering durian exports
Education
STEM subjects see sharp rise in 2026 high school graduation exam registrations
According to the Ministry of Education and Training, there is a marked shift toward STEM subjects for the 2026 high school graduation exams.
Technology and STEM majors lead 2026 admissions trends
Over 1.2 mln students registered for 2026 national high school graduation exam
HCMC accelerates school construction to debut hundreds of new classrooms
Ho Chi Minh City breaks ground on International University Urban Area
Sports
Vietnam U17 make strong start to 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup finals
Vietnam’s U17 national team made a dream start to their AFC U17 Asian Cup campaign in the early hours of May 7, edging Yemen 1-0 in an impressive opening performance.
