Society Public school students will officially enjoy free tuition from the next school year The central budget will support provinces that lack the capacity to fully fund the programme, ensuring equal access to education across regions. 15 minutes ago | Vietnam news HCM City reviews impact of US tariffs to safeguard growth 1 hours ago | Vietnam news New ID system for foreigners 5 hours ago | Vietnam news Việt Nam emerges as Southeast Asia’s rising star in high-tech medical treatment 6 hours ago | Vietnam news 1 Vietnam news | 05/16/2025 11:12 Việt Nam endorses widespread compassion, harmony, tolerance: ambassador Việt Nam has successfully hosted the 2025 UN Day of Vesak Celebrations, drawing Buddhist dignitaries, monks, nuns and followers from numerous countries. Giang noted that this year’s event coincided with Vietnam’s 50th anniversary of national reunification and forthcoming 80th National Day. 2 Vietnam news | 05/16/2025 08:20 Kon Tum Province to increase production of precious ginseng variety Kon Tum Province is expanding Ngọc Linh ginseng cultivation and improving its value to improve farmers' incomes. 3 Vietnam news | 05/16/2025 07:39 People-to-people exchanges help deepen Việt Nam – Nepal relationship: Diplomat The Honorary Consul of Việt Nam in Nepal, appointed in October 2016, has effectively contributed to multifaceted cooperation between the two countries. 4 Vietnam news | 05/15/2025 21:25 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). 5 Vietnam news | 05/15/2025 16:00 Young Vietnamese delegates encouraged to dream boldly, embrace New Era Speaking at a youth congress, President Lương Cường urged children to pursue their dreams with determination and equip themselves with knowledge and patriotism to contribute to a thriving Việt Nam. 6 Vietnam news | 05/15/2025 12:14 Research findings support sustainable, low-emission rice farming Leading domestic and international scientists exchanged views on how to use data gathered from a research project that surveyed 10,000 rice farmers across twelve Mekong Delta provinces between 2022 and 2024 – the largest household-level investigation that IRRI has conducted in 30 years. 7 Vietnam news | 05/15/2025 10:13 Cần Thơ Central General Hospital eyes first liver transplant by 2026 Cần Thơ Central General Hospital in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta city of Cần Thơ is implementing an expansion project covering an additional 3.5 hectares during the 2025-2030 period to meet the increasing demand for medical examination and treatment in the region. 8 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. 9 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. 10 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. 11 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. 12 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. 13 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? 14 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. 15 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. 16 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. 17 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. 18 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. 19 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. 20 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. 20 21 22 23 24