Society Lao media highlight President Hồ Chí Minh’s life, career President Hồ Chí Minh's life and great revolutionary career will forever be a shining example for generations of the Vietnamese people to learn and follow, according to publications of the Lao News Agency (KPL). 05/15/2025 21:25 | Vietnam news Young Vietnamese delegates encouraged to dream boldly, embrace New Era 05/15/2025 16:00 | Vietnam news Research findings support sustainable, low-emission rice farming 05/15/2025 12:14 | Vietnam news Cần Thơ Central General Hospital eyes first liver transplant by 2026 05/15/2025 10:13 | Vietnam news 1 Vietnam news | 05/15/2025 08:55 Cross-regional co-operation to improve food systems in the Mekong Delta The year 2025 marks a pivotal phase in the pursuit of sustainable agriculture. 2 Vietnam news | 05/15/2025 08:22 Health ministry urges preventive measures amid COVID-19 spike Although there have been no major outbreaks, health authorities have noted a slight increase in weekly cases over the past three weeks, averaging 20 new infections per week. 3 Vietnam news | 05/15/2025 07:22 HCM City plans multi-centred urban model to drive growth by 2040 The HCM City People's Committee has submitted a proposal to the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Construction to adjust its general master plan by 2040 with a vision to 2060. 4 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 21:46 HCM City to upgrade drainage to stop flooding in Gò Vấp District A project to improve drainage to tackle flooding along two major roads in HCM City’s Gò Vấp District was launched on May 14. 5 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 21:32 Party chief urges promoting innovation, digital transformation in schools Party leader Tô Lâm encouraged the adoption of advanced teaching methods, high-quality educational activities, and greater opportunities for students to engage in scientific research, technological innovation, and foreign language communication. 6 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 17:24 Buddha’s relics on display The relics of the Buddha have been brought to Hà Nội and are on display for public viewing at Quán Sứ Pagoda from today until Friday. Thousands of Buddhists have descended on the capital for this significant event. The relics are considered a living representation of the Buddha’s presence. Are you planning a visit? 7 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 17:22 Month-long campaign against smuggling, trade fraud to be launched today: PM Data from the beginning of 2025 to date, shows that authorities have handled more than 34,000 cases of smuggling and trading of banned goods, commercial and tax fraud and intellectual property violations. 8 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 16:52 Symposium discusses measures to better manage asthma in Việt Nam Health experts shared knowledge and the latest advancements in prevention and treatment to propose effective solutions for asthma management at a recent symposium in Hà Nội. 9 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 16:08 Japan donates eye care equipment to Hà Nam Eye Hospital These devices, worth VNĐ1.71 billion (US$73,590), are expected to significantly improve the hospital’s capacity to diagnose and treat two major causes of visual impairment: diabetic retinopathy and refractive errors. 10 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 16:07 Việt Nam’s food safety chief arrested in massive bribery scandal over fake supplements Several health officials in Việt Nam have been arrested for allegedly accepting bribes linked to a massive counterfeit dietary supplement scandal that has been unfolding for years, sparking public outcry. 11 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 15:56 HCM City sees 16% rise in jobless claims The number of workers applying for unemployment benefits in HCM City increased significantly in April 2025, reflecting ongoing challenges in the city’s labour market, according to the HCM City Employment Service Centre. 12 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 15:43 Việt Nam rice industry’s sustainable development over the decades The development of high-quality rice varieties, alongside improved farming techniques and stronger linkages among stakeholders in cultivation and distribution, has driven the sustainable growth of Việt Nam's rice industry and exports. 13 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 12:50 Man sentenced to 16 years for leading counterfeit drug operation A Vietnamese man has been sentenced to 16 years and six months in prison for leading a counterfeit medicine network. 14 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 11:31 Education Ministry proposes end to student suspensions Under a draft circular released for public feedback on Tuesday, students who violate school rules would no longer face suspension. Instead, the most serious consequence would be writing a self-criticism statement, the biggest change in decades. 15 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 10:16 Education ministry proposes raising teachers’ allowances up to 80% It aims contributing to improved educational quality, workforce retention and the sustainable development of Việt Nam’s education sector, the Ministry of Education and Training said. 16 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 09:04 Nation's largest city faces rapid ageing despite demographic advantage HCM City is facing the rapid aging issue, driven by persistently low birth rates amid its golden demographic period, in which over 74 per cent of the population is of working age. 17 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 08:23 Hospital fee waiver on the horizon as Việt Nam deepens social welfare Universal hospital fee exemption will bring sweeping benefits including improved access to healthcare, earlier detection and treatment of illnesses, more efficient use of health financing, and reduced financial pressure on households. 18 Vietnam news | 05/14/2025 08:01 HCM City aims high with $3.5b in public investment this year For the rest of 2025, the city plans to accelerate key infrastructure projects while maintaining their quality. 19 Vietnam news | 05/13/2025 10:54 Việt Nam detains, hands over wanted US, Chinese nationals fleeing law enforcement The Criminal Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security said it has recently arrested several foreign nationals wanted by Chinese and United States law enforcement who had fled to Việt Nam to evade capture. 20 Vietnam news | 05/12/2025 18:15 Public security ministry supports Đắk Nông in eliminating 500 substandard houses More than 28,000 houses and many school facilities in Đắk Nông have been built so far, with a total budget exceeding VNĐ1.4 trillion (US$54 million), 1 2 3 4 5