Greta Marie Otteson, 33, who enjoyed travelling had been living in Vietnam with Els Arno Quinton and the pair had recently got engaged before they were found dead on Boxing Day …
Vietnam provides support for state workers affected by bureaucratic overhaul
HO CHI MINH CITY] The Vietnamese government on Wednesday (Jan 1) rolled out three decrees regarding policies to support officials, civil servants and public employees affected by the ongoing …
How Vietnam’s budget revenue grew 20-fold in 22 years
Vietnam’s state budget revenue reached a record 2 quadrillion VND in 2024, marking a 22-year journey of steady growth from just over 100 trillion VND.
Vietnam’s trade surplus reaches historic $24 billion in 2024
The Ministry of Finance reported USD 8.1 billion in tax reductions for 2024, yet Vietnam achieved a historic budget revenue of USD 83.3 billion.
Vietnam’s GDP could overtake Singapore’s by 2029
While Vietnam’s per capita GDP remains lower than that of Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, it is set to surpass Indonesia and the Philippines by 2026, climbing to fourth place among ASEAN-6 nations …
Just what the doctor ordered: Thailand pivots from Middle East medical magnet to longevity sanctuary
The kingdom has long had a firm grip on South-east Asia’s medical tourism crown, but with Malaysia and Vietnam nipping at its heels, Thailand makes a charge for wellness. This is Part 3 of our series …
Vietnam’s Population Officials Sound Birth Rate Alarm
A health ministry official has warned that Vietnam’s population of 100 million could begin shrinking by mid-century.
Thailand reach Asean final as Suphanat’s extra-time header downs Philippines
Thailand will face Vietnam in the final of the Asean Championship after Suphanat Mueanta’s extra-time header earned the defending champions a 3-1 win over the Philippines in Bangkok on Monday to register a 4-3 aggregate victory.
How Vietnam emerged as a serious rival to China’s export machine
Vietnam’s factories have made impressive progress since 2018 and are now competing with China on quality as well as price.
How did the wealth of Vietnam’s 6 billionaires change in 2024?
The collective net worth of Vietnam’s six billionaires in the Forbes rankings rose by US$800 million in 2024 though three of them saw a decline in their wealth.