National
Air quality remains good in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
Monitoring on April 23 showed air quality in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City at “good” levels, with AQI readings below 50 at several stations, while nationwide conditions ranged from good to moderate.
Traffic resumes across Xuan Huong Bridge on Mimosa Pass longform
Hanoi officials pay tribute to Lenin on his 156th birthday
Five minor earthquakes shake Tra Linh, no damage reported
NA to discuss proposal to establish centrally-run Dong Nai city
International
Ho Chi Minh City and Guangdong strengthen ties
Ho Chi Minh City leaders welcomed a Guangdong delegation on April 22, reaffirming the long-standing Vietnam–China partnership and pledging deeper cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and people-to-people exchanges.
Top leader hosts banquet for RoK President
Vietnamese, RoK leaders meet press in Hanoi
Party General Secretary hosts official welcome ceremony for RoK President
Korean President arrives in Hanoi, beginning state visit to Vietnam
Business
Corporate bonds gain momentum as economy seeks alternatives to bank credit
With double-digit growth as a target, corporate bonds are emerging as a key channel to ease reliance on bank lending and direct medium- and long-term capital into infrastructure and manufacturing.
Canada reviews rebar, eyes wood safeguards
Vietnam–South Korea cooperation expected for breakthrough advances
Smart border gates power growth in northern border provinces
National Assembly reviewing critical tax law amendments to protect businesses
Education
Vietnamese schools moving from punishment to positive discipline
As Vietnam transitions toward positive student discipline, educators actively strive to balance stringency with support, aiming to correct bad behavior without causing any psychological harm.
University admissions 2026 to prioritize strategic majors
Schools turn reading into elective subject under new directive
Stricter oversight needed to safeguard school meals
Ho Chi Minh City targets adequate school capacity for all students
Sports
Vietnam earns 11 spots for 2026 Youth Olympic Games
Vietnam has so far earned 11 qualification spots for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal, with additional opportunities still open in several sports.
