HCM City marks Victory Day of Soviet people in Great Patriotic War

The Soviet people’s victory contributed to the collapse of colonial systems worldwide, helping pave the way for Việt Nam’s August Revolution, the historic Điện Biên Phủ Victory, and ultimately the Great Victory of Spring 1975 that led to national reunification.

New medical tech on display

From AI-powered hospital solutions to advanced surgical devices and health screening tech, VIETNAM MEDI-PHARM - VIETMEDICARE EXPO 2026 brings together hundreds of healthcare businesses and experts from Việt Nam and around the world. Take a look inside one of the country’s largest medical and pharmaceutical exhibitions, which runs until May 9 in Hà Nội.

Việt Nam busts fake English certification scam worth nearly $8 million

Police in northern Việt Nam have uncovered a large-scale fraud ring accused of illegally issuing English language certificates under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to around 80,000 people, earning an estimated VNĐ200 billion in illicit profits over six years.

Flood-damaged houses repaired

Lifestart Foundation, an Australian non-governmental organisation, in partnership with the Đà Nẵng City’s Union of Friendship Organisations, has recently implemented a housing support project to assist families affected by natural disasters in mountainous Trà Giáp Commune in the central city.

Gia Lai expands electronic fishing log coverage to combat IUU fishing

The electronic fishing log system not only benefits fishermen but also strengthens fisheries management. Authorities can monitor catch volumes, fishing locations and vessel activities more effectively, while ensuring greater transparency for seafood traceability and anti-IUU enforcement.

Điện Biên victory site drives tourism boom

Seventy-two years after the decisive Điện Biên Phủ victory, the province is transforming from a storied battlefield into a dynamic region of economic growth, upgraded infrastructure and growing tourism.

HCM City’s Côn Đảo Island begins local dialysis services

Côn Đảo Military-Civilian Medical Centre in the Côn Đảo Special Zone of HCM City reached a new clinical landmark on May 6, with the official launch of its dialysis unit and the successful treatment of its first three chronic kidney failure patients.

Hà Nội accelerates Long Biên Bridge repairs

After nearly two months of repairs, restoration work on Hà Nội’s iconic Long Biên Bridge has reached about 70 per cent completion, with workers maintaining round-the-clock shifts to ensure the bridge reopens on schedule later this month.

HCM City youth to master AI, digital skills

Some 4,500 participants, including youth union officials and members across HCM City, will be trained in digital skills and Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications through an initiative launched on May 5.

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