The government's commitment to supporting businesses in challenging times is demonstrated by extending the 8% VAT rate through 2026.
In an effort to meet its ambitious social housing targets, Vietnam completed more than 15,600 units nationwide in the first four months of 2025.
Hanoi is stepping up its crackdown on counterfeit and smuggled goods, holding local authorities directly accountable for violations found in their areas.
Experts say that Hanoi must comprehensively reform its waste management system to reduce emissions and ensure long-term environmental sustainability.
Reconstructing the Imperial Axis and restoring Kinh Thien Palace, where traditional rituals can be held and national history and unity revived, is a matter of national importance.
The government will continue to facilitate, rather than control, the development of the private sector.
In celebration of the national milestone, Hanoi’s streets, hidden alleys, and cozy cafés are awash with flags and flowers, creating picture-perfect corners that have become magnetic spots for young people to check in and share their love for the city and the nation.
The display of historical relics helps educate younger generations about the losses and struggles of the Vietnamese people for today's independence and happiness.
Similar outflows are seen across the region with Vietnam's foreign investor outflows remain moderate.
The FTA Index aims to provide transparent, objective data for central and local authorities to steer and monitor integration efforts
With the sweltering heat driving people to seek relief, hot spring resorts have gained popularity, offering the perfect escape for those looking to unwind and rejuvenate.
Before the horns and hustle, Hanoi breathes one slow, shared stretch at a time.
The republished book about President Ho Chi Minh and the two great resistance wars of the Vietnamese people, authored by two Italian writers, is expected to bring a heartfelt gift to readers on this special occasion.
Forever, Uncle Ho is still with us in our marches - he is still alive in every action, every victory of the process of building and defending the Vietnamese Fatherland.
The launch of the high-quality “Hoa Phuong Do” (Red Flamboyant) train marks a new chapter in enhancing tourism connectivity between Hanoi and Haiphong, aiming to impress both domestic and international travelers.
The campaign targets at-risk children who have missed previous doses or have incomplete immunization histories.
Mobilizing cross-sector cooperation for blood donation, first-aid training, and community care
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Vietnamese families prioritize domestic travel to foster connection, learning, and quality time together ahead of the summer vacation.
With a history spanning over a millennium and a deeply rooted cultural identity, Hanoi has been recognized by the UK-based Time Out magazine as one of the world’s top 20 cultural destinations for 2025.
The event highlights the bond between the two nations, which share a long history, proximity, and ideals.
Hanoi's decision to double the administrative fines compared to the central government rates shows the proactive and strategic approach of a special municipality dealing with the dual pressures of development and land conservation.
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Hanoi’s performance in the 2024 Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) improved, climbing four spots with gains in market access, policy support, and legal institutions.
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Vietnam’s GDP grew 6.93% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the highest first-quarter growth rate in the past five years.
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The economic aspect will help tighten the special friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Cuba.
Foreign investors bought more than VND4.1 trillion (about US$161 million) worth of stocks on May 13, nearly three times the amount of the previous day.
The unique public art space made of recycled materials, handmade paper, and steel structures at a garden in Hoan Kiem District attracts a large number of locals and visitors.
