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HCM City reports faster services after first year of two-tier governance reform
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Where innovation feels like home
Every Saturday, dozens of engineering students gather at the home of lecturer Nguyễn Phan Kiên in Hà Nội, where a modest home lab has become a hub for innovation and learning. For nearly two decades, Kiên's open-door approach has helped nurture the next generation of biomedical engineers.
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Man attacks passer-by, police officer with knives in Hải Phòng
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HCM City launches health check-up programme for one million workers
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Special ways to shine
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Việt Nam to develop four universities comparable to Asia’s leading institutions
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Wildlife trafficking ring backed by forest rangers dismantled
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90 days and nights campaign speeds up completion of Nghệ An border schools
To race against time, many construction teams have been working overnight shifts. During large-scale concrete pours in particular, workers often remain on-site until 4 or 5am to ensure technical standards and construction schedules are strictly maintained.
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Resolution 09: A structural breakthrough re-shaping HCM City’s future
The Politburo’s Resolution No. 09-NQ/TW on building and developing HCM City in the new era is set to fundamentally reshape the southern metropolis by driving Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) and a knowledge-based economy.
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IP enforcement actions triple as government tightens oversight
A government-wide enforcement drive has produced results far exceeding 2025 monthly averages, with criminal prosecutions alone at 60 per cent of last year's full-year total.
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More heatwaves expected in June, raising risk of heatstroke
Earlier, from May 21-29, severe heatwaves affected many areas nationwide. According to the national meteorological agency, this was the most intense heatwave recorded during the same period over the past five years, since 2021.
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Seminar highlights ideological foundations of Việt Nam’s development
The intellectual journey from Đường Kách Mệnh in 1927 to the strategic vision outlined by the Party at its 14th National Congress demonstrates a rich process of creatively applying and developing Marxism-Leninism in Việt Nam’s specific conditions.
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Leading scientists explore the future of quantum materials at Gia Lai conference
The five-day event features participants from Việt Nam, Brazil, mainland China, the United States, Germany, India, Egypt, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan (China).
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Downtown HCM City–Côn Đảo express boat service resumes with upgraded vessel
A direct high-speed boat service connecting downtown HCM City with Côn Đảo Island officially resumed operations on June 1 with a larger and upgraded vessel following a temporary suspension for maintenance.
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HCM City surveys suspected wartime mass grave site in city centre
HCM City authorities have surveyed a suspected mass grave site of fallen soldiers at Lê Thị Riêng Park in the city centre following fresh witness testimony and historical evidence.
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Hà Nội eases motorbike restriction plan
The Hà Nội People’s Committee has submitted an additional proposal asking the municipal People’s Council to adopt a resolution approving the low‑emission zone within Ring Road 1, Hà Nội scheme.
