Trump's pick as Vietnam envoy sets sights on trade gap as Hanoi's surplus with US tops China's
HANOI: The Trump administration plans to replace the US ambassador to Vietnam with a nominee set on addressing "imbalanced" trade relations, as Hanoi's goods trade surplus with Washington surpassed China's in recent quarters while it was locked in unresolved tariff negotiations with Washington.
A motorbike ride on Vietnam's 'Happiness Road'
The Ha Giang Loop in Vietnam, or 'Happiness Road', has attracted adventure travellers for years.
Google to develop, manufacture high-end smartphones in Vietnam, Nikkei Asia says
Google will start developing and manufacturing high-end smartphones in Vietnam this year, Nikkei Asia reported on Tuesday, citing sources familiar with the matter.
Regional rivals await fate and are primed for Asean Hyundai Cup draw in Jakarta on Thursday (Jan 15)
Reigning champions Vietnam will discover their 2026 Hyundai Cup Group Stage opponents in Jakarta on Thursday (Jan 15) during the official draw for the tournament takes place.
Vietnam to roll out farm-to-table traceability system by year end
HANOI: Vietnam plans to build and pilot a national traceability system for agricultural products by the end of this year, aiming to ensure food safety, protect consumers and support Vietnam's international integration, the Vietnam News Agency reported Monday.
Paving safer pathways for youths with a dream
Tien Nguyen is a man on a mission. The second-generation Vietnamese-German wants to reduce the likelihood of young Vietnamese being fleeced while migrating to work in Europe's largest economy.
Move to expand power mandate
Communist Party chief To Lam (pic) is seeking to combine his party role with the state presidency, officials said, in a move that would align Vietnam's political structure more closely to China's where President Xi Jinping heads the party and state.
What humming export machines mean for the trade war
THE tariffs imposed by the United States became the big economic story of 2025, as much for what they didn't do as for the disruption they engendered and outcry they caused.
Politburo seeks to reposition Vietnam’s state economy
HANOI: Party general secretary To Lam has signed a Politburo resolution seeking to reposition the state sector as a driving force in Vietnam's next chapter of growth.
Financial scams surge ahead of Tet
HANOI: As the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches, financial and banking scams in Vietnam are showing a sharp upward trend, prompting banks and law enforcement agencies to issue repeated warnings.
