Hanoi considers easing pickup truck restrictions to support businesses
By Nguyen Thu
April 02, 2026 | 15:52
Hanoi is weighing plans to allow pickup trucks to operate under passenger car rules rather than freight vehicle restrictions, in a move aimed at easing pressure on businesses and improving transport efficiency.
Female leadership to steer Vietnam's future
By Ramla Khalidi and Jim Nickel
April 02, 2026 | 14:56
In Vietnam, a new cohort of leaders is stepping into office with the responsibility to turn the aspirations of the country into concrete results.
Hanoi targets rabies elimination as pet meat trade revenues plummet
By Phương Linh
March 25, 2026 | 10:31
Hanoi is intensifying its crackdown on the dog and cat meat trade, aiming to wipe out human rabies deaths by 2030 as local businesses face collapsing revenues and stricter regulations.
Hanoi pilots programme to phase out dog and cat meat trade
By Thanh Van
March 23, 2026 | 09:29
A new initiative is helping dog and cat meat traders in Hanoi transition to sustainable livelihoods with free support.
Vietnam performs first domino multi-organ transplant
By Bich Thuy
March 20, 2026 | 09:00
Vietnam has successfully performed its first domino multi-organ transplant, a major breakthrough placing the country among regional leaders in the field.
Hanoi to relocate infectious disease treatment facilities
By Bich Thuy
March 19, 2026 | 09:59
Hanoi will develop a modern healthcare system, gradually relocating infectious disease treatment facilities with high rates of transmission out of the inner city in the upcoming years.
Hanoi to pilot AI at three hospitals for early cancer and stroke detection
By Bich Thuy
March 19, 2026 | 09:55
Hanoi plans to pilot the application of AI at three hospitals, including Duc Giang, Saint Paul, and Hanoi Oncology Hospital, to enable early detection of dangerous diseases.
Ho Chi Minh City to stabilise essential medicine prices
By Bich Thuy
March 18, 2026 | 17:20
Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee will implement a programme to stabilise prices of essential medicines for 2026-2027.
Final results of 16th NA election expected on March 22
By VNA
March 17, 2026 | 16:13
Local authorities are currently compiling and verifying election data before submitting their reports to the council, which will meet on on March 22 to review the figures and announce the official election results, Tran Thanh Man, Chairman of the NA and President of the Vietnam National Election Council, said.
General election marks renewal in building modern Vietnamese state
By VNA
March 17, 2026 | 16:10
The decision to hold the election two months earlier than usual represents not merely a technical adjustment but a historic and well-considered step, reflecting long-term vision in building, consolidating and operating the state apparatus, said Tran Thang, an aeronautical engineer and commentator in the US.
Digital transformation helps shorten timeline, improve election quality: NA Vice Chairwoman
By VNA
March 17, 2026 | 16:07
The use of digital platforms has facilitated many stages of the process, including candidate nominations and consultations. Candidates have been able to submit application dossiers electronically, which has made procedures more convenient and efficient.
Voter turnout hits 99.68% as of 23:23 on March 15
By VNA
March 17, 2026 | 16:04
As of 23:23 on March 15, official data from the National Election Council showed that 76,188,544 voters had cast their ballots, representing nearly all registered voters.
Voter turnout exceeds 99 per cent in National Assembly elections
By Nguyen Kim
March 16, 2026 | 11:33
More than 76 million voters turned out for national and local elections, with participation surpassing 99 per cent.
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