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Ho Chi Minh City man spends $5,000 monthly pampering his ‘aristocratic’ cats

A Vietnamese man’s passion for aristocratic cats has led to international recognition, as he spends $5,000 USD monthly on grooming, health, and training for his 20 champion pets.

Housing prices in Vietnam soar to 60 years of a worker’s income

Vietnam’s housing market faces mounting pressure as prices rise to 60 years of an average worker’s income, double the recommended limit by the IMF.

Top 5 beloved songwriters of 2024: Tang Duy Tan and Quang Hung MasterD dominate

In 2024, the Vietnamese music scene is alive with creativity and talent, with a few songwriters making remarkable contributions that captivated audiences nationwide.

Vietnam’s economy on track to surpass Singapore by 2029

Vietnam's economy is set for rapid growth, with projections indicating it could surpass Singapore in GDP by 2029 and achieve upper-middle-income status as early as 2025.

Technology helps unleash, promote the potential of journalism

Technology is inseparable from journalism as the Internet and digital platforms are developing rapidly today, changing people's reading habits and culture.

Vietnam’s tourism booms in 2024: Time for bold changes

Vietnam’s tourism sector welcomed over 17 million international visitors in 2024, marking a remarkable recovery but also highlighting the need for decisive reforms to sustain growth.

Coffee, rice, and durian drive Vietnam’s agricultural export boom

Vietnam’s agriculture hit new heights in 2024, with key exports like coffee, rice, and durian driving a historic $62.4 billion in revenue.

From driftwood to art: Thai Nguyen artist creates lifelike sculptures

By assembling pieces of driftwood, Nguyen Van Huy crafts stunning animal sculptures, earning up to 40 million VND ($1,650) monthly from his passion.

2024’s most-followed Vietnamese singers: Who’s winning the fan game?

Vietnamese music in 2024 is brimming with young talent, and stars like HIEUTHUHAI, Phuong My Chi, and MONO are leading the way with millions of devoted fans.

Ho Chi Minh City positions itself as a leader in Vietnam’s new development era

Ho Chi Minh City’s Chairman Phan Van Mai has emphasized the city’s leading role in driving Vietnam into a transformative new era, focusing on regional collaboration and strategic growth.

Experts unveil strategies for Cat Ba’s green tourism transformation

Leveraging its pristine environment and strategic planning, Cat Ba Island can emerge as a leader in sustainable, carbon-neutral tourism.

VN economy in 2024: Challenges, breakthroughs, and billion-dollar investments

2024 was a year of contrasts for Vietnam’s economy, from sluggish real estate recovery to billion-dollar investments by firms like NVIDIA and Foxconn.

To avoid falling behind, VN should shift to 'developing to become stable'

For many years, Vietnam has been following a ‘stabilizing in order to develop’ approach and has succeeded, but it is now time to switch to ‘developing in order to become stable’.

Vietnam’s tech firms see great opportunities in Japan

Japan is undergoing major changes in technology as many old systems have been in operation for 20-30 years and need renovation. This is a great opportunity for Vietnamese IT firms.

Beauty and influence: Vietnam’s most-followed beauty queens

Vietnam’s most popular beauty queens are ruling social media, with Thuy Tien, Khanh Van, and H'Hen Nie among the year’s most engaging figures.

80 years of the Vietnam People's Army: A journey of resilience and heroism

From its founding in 1944 to its pivotal role in Vietnam’s reunification and modern peacekeeping efforts, the Vietnam People's Army celebrates 80 years of sacrifice and achievement.

Showbiz controversies of 2024: The most talked-about Vietnamese celebrities

From legal battles to accusations of misconduct, these four celebrities dominated the entertainment news in Vietnam throughout the year.

Fewer ministries, better ministers: A vision for reforming Vietnam’s government

Reducing administrative layers and empowering technocratic leaders will foster efficiency and minimize bureaucratic hurdles, says expert Vo Dai Luoc.

How have ‘general departments’ been streamlined and restructured?

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) in the past have eliminated eight general departments and equivalent units, and everything has been running smoothly so far, and all political tasks have been fulfilled.

Vietnam’s strategic role in the G20 Summit, says Brazilian Ambassador

Brazil’s Ambassador to Vietnam highlights the significance of Vietnam’s participation in the G20 Summit, emphasizing its growing global influence and stable political-economic framework.