The fertility rate fell to 1.91 last year, below the “replacement” threshold of 2.1 births per woman considered necessary to keep a population stable. The shift follows decades of rapid economic …
Vietnam establishes fund to support defence diplomacy
HANOI: The Vietnamese government has issued a decree to establish a state financial fund outside the state budget, aimed at supporting defence diplomacy and policy implementation, Vietnam News Agency …
Banking on advice to boost financial futures
The banking system is set to take the lead in standardising personal financial consulting in Vietnam, a sector that has yet to develop fully due to the absence of a clear legal framework, experts say.
Vietnam’s 80-year rise: From poverty to global economic prominence
Marking National Day 2025, Vietnam unveils its transformation into a global economic force, with GDP now ranking 34th worldwide.
KuCoin strikes deal to expand services in Vietnam’s crypto market
According to a press release published on KuCoin’s website, the crypto exchange signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday with the Vietnam Blockchain and Digital Assets Association (VBA) …
I’ve worked on 10 Vietnam guidebooks. Here are 7 mistakes that first-time visitors continue to make.
A Hanoi-based travel writer recommends skipping the influencers and turning to local Vietnamese content creators instead.
Vietnam’s manufacturing output continues to climb in August
Manufacturing production continued to increase in the Vietnam during August, but at a slower pace amid subdued demand.
Vietnam marks 80th independence anniversary with huge parade
Chinese and Russian troops were set to march alongside their Vietnamese counterparts. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Vietnam’s 80th National Day exhibition showcases achievements in technology, culture, and defense
An exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day will be open to the public free of charge from Aug. 28 to Sept. 5 at the Vietnam Exposition Center in Dong Anh Commune of Hanoi.
Digital transformation: Will Vietnam’s small businesses be left behind?
A recent survey by the Vietnam Association of Small and Medium Enterprises revealed concerning figures: 68 percent of SMEs cite cost as the biggest barrier to adopting modern technology solutions.