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Vietnam’s smallest commune, most densely populated area: A story of resilience

Despite covering less than half a square kilometer, Ngu Loc Commune is home to 19,000 residents, facing unique challenges and future opportunities.

Nvidia, Meta, and Google betting big on Vietnam: The new high-tech hub

With major projects underway, Vietnam is poised to become a central player in the global tech ecosystem.

Where to live and work – big cities or countryside?

The dream of owning a home in big cities like Hanoi or HCM City remains out of reach for many young families. While some struggle to fulfill that dream, others are boldly choosing a different path.

From literature major to PhD student with perfect 9.0 IELTS score

After gaining admission to both the Computer Science Faculty of the HCM City University of Science and Technology and the English Education Faculty of the HCM City University of Education, Nhu Quynh decided to study to become a teacher.

When insiders turn into criminals: A shocking $2 million staged heist

Sons, housekeepers, and lovers - unexpected insiders revealed in scandalous robbery cases that rocked Vietnam.

Cambodian scam hub exposed: Vietnamese victims betrayed by their own

Heartbreaking details emerge as Vietnamese nationals con fellow countrymen in cross-border fraud operations.

A vision for progress: Ho Chi Minh City’s next 50 years

The city looks back on five decades of progress while setting ambitious goals for the next chapter of development.

How Vietnamese police stormed a notorious scam den in Cambodia

Lai Chau Police and Cambodian authorities dismantled a sophisticated transnational scam network in a high-risk operation.

University graduate returns to hometown to start a business in agriculture

After studying abroad and working for a public university in HCM City, in 2019 Nguyen Thi Minh Ngoc made a surprising decision to return to her hometown and start a business.

The architects of Vietnam’s digital future: From telecom to transformation

Discover how five influential leaders drove Vietnam’s progress from analog to digital, reshaping the nation’s tech future.

Man returns to family 50 years after leaving home

Leaving home in anger after a conflict with his mother, the man had led a lonely life under the harsh sun and winds in Ninh Thuan until recently when he returned and reconnected with his family.

Vietnam-Cambodia police cooperation busts cross-border car scam ring

The international crackdown led to the arrest of a tech mastermind and his accomplices, recovering millions in stolen funds.

How can Vietnam reach the goal of 2 million private enterprises?

With the private sector contributing 50 percent to GDP, reaching the target of over 8 percent growth in 2025 and a double-digit growth rate in the 2026-2030 period could occur.

Man in HCM City seeks new husband for his wife after his health declines

Amidst profound grief, a man in HCM City repeatedly advised and urged his wife to marry a new man, and even attempted to arrange matches to help his wife find new happiness.

Professors with high income need to deliver commensurate value

Professors, associate professors, and holders of PhDs at universities nowadays can earn up to billions of dong each year. Their income comes from many sources.

Strategic mergers and restructuring set to transform Vietnam’s local government

By reducing the number of provinces and abolishing district-level administration, the government aims to improve governance efficiency and reduce public expenditure.

Rising life expectancy, declining birth rates accelerate aging population in VN

Vietnam currently has 14.2 million people aged 60 and older, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO). The figure is projected to rise to 18 million by 2030, surpassing previous forecasts.

Son returns after 31 years, elderly mother passes away peacefully

Stepping out of the car, a man who had been missing for 31 years was quickly assisted into a house by relatives. Seeing his mother on her sickbed, he burst into tears: “I’m here with you now, Mom!”

Vietnam’s EV revolution: Power grid expansion requires $9 billion

With electric vehicle adoption surging, Vietnam must invest heavily in grid upgrades to meet the growing electricity demand.

Vietnam’s new economic vision: The rise of the private sector

Vietnam's leadership is embracing the private sector as the driving force behind the nation's economic future, signaling a policy shift that could unlock unprecedented growth.