National
Vietnam lawmakers debate unleashing economic potential via new urban rules
The National Assembly yesterday debated the draft Law on Urban Development, emphasizing robust decentralization for megacities while instituting stringent, multi-layered oversight mechanisms to prevent power abuse.
Expressway sections from Quang Ngai to Nha Trang to collect tolls from August 14
Vietnam donates U$3.8 mil in aid to Cuba to mark Fidel Castro’s birth centenary
Vietnam's labor federation backs seven-day Lunar New Year holiday for 2027
Press agencies join efforts to find, identify fallen soldiers
International
Official welcome ceremony held for top Vietnamese leader in New Zealand
Governor-General of New Zealand Dame Cindy Kiro hosted an official welcome ceremony for General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam To Lam in Auckland on August 13 morning (local time).
ASEAN, Canada deepen strategic partnership, with Vietnam as key bridge
Top Vietnamese leader meets Acting President of NZVFA
Party General Secretary and President To Lam begins state visit to New Zealand
Ho Chi Minh City and Northern Territory of Australia expand trade cooperation
Business
HURC1 to leverage Metro Line 1 experience for Phu Quoc LRT
HCMC Urban Railway Company No. 1 (HURC1) has signed a strategic advisory agreement with real estate and infrastructure developer Sun Group to support the operations, training, and testing of Phu Quoc's upcoming light rail transit (LRT) system.
Prime Minister urges banks to unblock capital flows without compromising safety
Durian exports aim for US$4 billion in 2026
Digital finance market expands amid rising risks
Ho Chi Minh City draws US$9.8 billion in FDI in first seven months
Education
Le Quy Don Award nurtures young ambitions
The Le Quy Don Award is an academic competition for primary and secondary students, hosted across two publications, the Nhi Dong (Children) publication and Khan Quang Do (Red Scarf) under Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper.
HCMC secures classrooms, facilities ahead of new school year
Draft decree proposes expanded tuition support
Le Quy Don Award honors outstanding students of 2025-2026 school year
Ho Chi Minh City proposes full tuition support for medical residents
Sports
Vietnam sepak takraw team wins four medals at 2026 World Championships
Vietnam's sepak takraw team secured four medals, including one gold, two silver and one bronze, at the 2026 Sepak Takraw World Championship - King's Cup 2026.
