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Small drones, big effects

October 05, 2026 - 15:47

Drones are taking on new roles in Việt Nam as engineers develop autonomous systems that can collect data, monitor large areas and respond to real-world challenges.

Hà Nội puts 28 more electric buses into operation

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Đồng Tháp links digital transformation with agricultural development

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Cat theft ring busted in HCM City after allegedly stealing 2,700 cats

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Cold snap triggers heavy rain, temperatures to plunge below 18°C

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Việt Nam builds regulatory framework to accelerate strategic technology development

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Digital tech makes farming easy for Lâm Đồng farmers

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Minister says businesses must step up for Việt Nam to reach innovation goals

The Minister of Science and Technology says only greater business investment in research and development will help Việt Nam meet its 2030 and 2045 innovation targets.

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Việt Nam wins six golds at International Olympiad on Astronomy, Astrophysics

IOAA 2026 took place in Hà Nội from September 25 to October 5, bringing together 309 outstanding students selected from participating countries.

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Health Ministry weighs new incentives to improve population balance

The Ministry of Health is proposing new incentives for families and communities as it seeks to address son preference, rebalance the sex ratio at birth and encourage sustainable fertility.

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Unlocking the potential of older workers in an ageing society

Positions considered suitable for their health, experience and skills include security guards, customer service and consultancy staff, kitchen workers and assistants, cleaners, handicraft producers, hourly domestic helpers and other part-time roles.

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New nationwide textbook set to be introduced from 2028

The General Education Department was assigned to lead the plan to review and complete the general education curriculum and textbooks.

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Innovation forum urges shift from ideas to measurable results

Việt Nam is seeking to turn advances in science and technology into practical, scalable solutions, with experts highlighting AI, technology commercialisation and green innovation as key areas for future growth.

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Ten books on science and innovation recognised

The award ceremony took place during the National Innovation Day event in Hà Nội on Sunday, wrapping up the '2026 Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digital Transformation Book Awards'.

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Việt Nam, South Korea promote cooperation in aesthetic training and research

About 250 leading doctors and delegates gathered to discuss aesthetic issues at the 2026 Việt Nam-Korea Aesthetic Science Symposium at Military Hospital 175 on October 3 in HCM City.