National
Entire Van Phong–Nha Trang expressway open to traffic
The Van Phong–Nha Trang expressway was officially open to traffic along its entire length on January 1.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport planning finalized to meet development needs
Festive spirit fills cities nationwide as crowds gather for Countdown 2026
Vietnam Fatherland Front announces 10 key highlights of 2025 activities
PM orders acceleration of Quang Trung Campaign to rebuild storm-damaged homes
International
RoK extends group visa fee waiver for Vietnamese tourists
The Republic of Korea will extend the waiver of visa processing fees for group tourists from six countries, including Vietnam, for another six months, to the end of June 2026.
Vietnam, China continue promoting people-to-people exchanges
HCMC Vietnam–Cambodia Friendship Association holds its first congress
Vietnam welcomes signing of Cambodia-Thailand joint statement on ceasefire
Thailand, Cambodia agree on terms of initial ceasefire
Business
HCMC approves Masterise to conduct survey, investment proposal for Metro Line 3
On December 31, the HCMC People’s Committee approved Masterise Group Joint Stock Company to conduct surveys, research, and submit investment proposals for Metro Line 3 (An Ha–Hiep Binh Phuoc), using the company’s own funding.
Nearly 500 Vietnamese tea containers stranded in Pakistan cleared for re-export
Vietnam’s economy sees new growth opportunities
Nationwide E10 gasoline supply ready from 2026
Vietnamese product sales on Amazon surge
Education
EU funds Vietnam with EUR50 million for vocational education development
The Ministry of Education and Training and the European Union (EU) signed a financing agreement for the Vietnam-EU vocational education program project.
HCMC to implement phone-free school program next January
International label proliferates in HCMC schools despite quality concerns
Ministry of Education and Training announces key achievements in 2025
Schools promote cultural heritage through traditional arts for students
Sports
Ho Chi Minh City advances sustainable sports development
The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports yesterday held a conference reviewing notable achievements in 2025 and outlining 2026 priorities.
