National
PM calls for stronger efforts to meet housing demand
PM Pham Minh Chinh on December 17 called for stronger, more coordinated efforts to meet housing demand and ensure people’s right to housing,while chairing the fourth meeting of the Central Steering Committee for Housing Policy and Real Estate Market.
No justification for delays in home rebuilding, repair for flood-hit people: PM
Hanoi greenlights $71 billion mega-projects on Red River Boulevard, Olympic City
Southeastern region’s transport network boosts trade, regional growth
Vietnam’s rapid, sustainable development goal is well-grounded, feasible: PM
International
Vietnam opens border schools to Lao students
Vietnam and Laos strengthen educational ties with plans for joint university and student exchanges. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Lao Minister of Education and Sports Thongsalith Mangnormek to deepen educational collaboration.
Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha meets EU diplomats in Vietnam
Vietnam sends sympathy to Australia following Sydney shooting
Frigate 015 – Tran Hung Dao concludes visit to RoK
Japan, Brazil assist Vietnam in addressing storm and flood damage
Business
Businesses need to diversify export market for sustainable growth: Experts
Vietnam’s exports may hit US$470 billion in 2025, but experts warn that reliance on a few markets could hinder growth, urging diversification into new destinations.
Government’s bank cuts interest rate for storm-affected customers
Farmers in Central region race against weather to restore Tet flowers
Exports still heavily reliant on FDI, imported inputs
Market connectivity stepped up for HCMC’s food, foodstuff industry
Education
Experts urge caution on e-textbook rollout to prevent digital divide
While acknowledging the logistical benefits of electronic textbooks, educators urge the Education Ministry to prioritize data privacy, standardized interoperability, and equitable access to prevent a digital divide among students.
Vietnam opens border schools to Lao students
National Assembly passes trio of education laws to globalize Vietnamese schools
Exceptional graduates granted VND150 million upon their recruitment in Hai Phong
Students winning int’l Olympiads, science and engineering competitions commended
Sports
SEA Games 33: Vietnam temporarily ranks third on medal tally
As of 21:30 on December 16, the Vietnamese delegation brought home 48 golds, 52 silvers and 74 bronze medals, temporarily ranking ranking third at SEA Games 33.
