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Trump’s new tariffs shake markets - Vietnam’s trade at risk?

The US will impose tariffs equivalent to those levied on its goods, with potential consequences for Vietnam and other trading partners.

Vietnam at a crossroads: Why R&D investment is critical for national progress

The Fourth Industrial Revolution presents both opportunities and challenges for Vietnam. To secure its place among leading tech-driven nations, the country must drastically increase investment in research and development.

A love story cut short by war: A wedding held decades later

In the fierce battles of 1979, two young lovers sacrificed their lives for their homeland. Decades later, their families reunited in an emotional ceremony, bringing their spirits together in a wedding they never had.

Italy’s secret to high-income success: Lessons for Vietnam

The Italian Ambassador to Vietnam reveals how quality over quantity helped Italy escape the middle-income trap and how Vietnam can do the same.

The urgent need to unleash Vietnam’s private businesses

The private sector is the country’s intrinsic strength - its deeply rooted and enduring value. Yet, it remains fragile in its development. This highlights the fact that Vietnam still has ample room for growth.

‘Strategic trust’ with the US is key to Vietnam’s economic future

With shifting US policies and potential trade risks, Vietnam must take proactive steps to build trust with Washington. Dr. Vu Thanh Tu Anh outlines key measures to secure Vietnam’s recognition as a market economy and avoid economic setbacks.

Vietnam must break old constraints to enter a new era of development

Vietnam has the momentum and ambition - encouraged by its leaders - to embark on a new and transformative development path toward prosperity.

Armless boy in Bac Ninh writes with his feet, dreams of becoming a doctor

Despite being born without arms, Nguyen Dong Khai from Bac Ninh says he dreams of becoming a doctor to treat disease and help people.

The man entrusted with Emperor Ham Nghi’s golden treasures

For nearly 140 years, the golden elephant relics gifted by Emperor Ham Nghi have been considered the spiritual heart of Phu Gia Commune (Huong Khe, Ha Tinh Province).

Eco-friendly genius: Grandfather’s upcycling skills inspire younger generations

At 82, Do Ca Tung is redefining sustainable living by repurposing household junk into practical and artistic items, earning the admiration of his grandson and thousands online.

Life skill classes mushroom, but level of quality remains controversial

What should students be taught at life skill classes is often a topic of discussion among local parents.

Vietnamese peacekeepers create thriving vegetable gardens in arid Africa

Braving the scorching heat and arid soil of Abyei, Vietnamese military engineers have developed a thriving vegetable farm, proving that with determination and skill, even the harshest lands can support life.

In new era of automation and AI, Vietnamese enterprises face serious challenges

Along with the need to compete with low-cost Chinese products, Vietnamese enterprises in 2025 will also have to reform their businesses and use advanced technologies.

Elderly man in Thanh Hoa dedicates 40 years to preserving ancient Thai script

Once unable to read his own language, Ha Nam Ninh is now the leading expert in Thai script preservation in Thanh Hoa.

Vietnam sets bold 8% GDP growth target for 2025: What will drive success?

With ambitious economic goals, the government is focusing on public investment, exports, and institutional reforms while navigating global uncertainties.

The love story of a petite woman and a man 14 years younger

Last year, Thanh Hang, a petite woman, received a confession of love from a man 14 years younger. Afraid of losing the friendship they had nurtured over a decade, she hesitated to respond.

Vietnam’s rice industry soars to $5.7 billion, redefining its global reputation

Vietnam’s rice industry has gone beyond quantity, focusing on quality and sustainability. The shift has brought higher prices, international recognition, and greater income for farmers, marking a historic year for the sector.

Daring hike to explore nature taken by young man from Dong Nai

Nguyen Van Anh recently embarked on a 100 kilometer hike from Dong Nai to Phan Thiet in Binh Thuan province to discover nature in a unique way.

The lottery nightmare: How damaged tickets cost these winners a fortune

Winning the lottery should be life-changing, but for some, it has become a tale of missed opportunities and irreversible mistakes.

A call late at night led to hospital's first transplant operation

Dr Nguyen Thu Huong of the National Children's Hospital in Hanoi received a call late on December 18, 2024 from the National Center for Organ Transplant Coordination, which informed him about a brain-dead donor.