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A Vietnamese province is transforming itself into a modern heritage city while preserving its 1,000-year-old capital and stunning natural landscapes. By 2030, Ninh Bình will blend ancient cultural treasures with sustainable growth.
Vietnam just launched a game-changing high-speed railway that will slash the journey between Hanoi and Quang Ninh from two hours to just 23 minutes. The $5.6 billion project promises to revolutionize transportation, tourism, and trade across northern Vietnam by 2028.
Two families in Vietnam who lost nearly everything to illness and injury are getting brand new homes, thanks to thousands of strangers who donated over $6,700. The groundbreaking ceremony marks the 278th charity house built through reader donations since 2024.
Vietnam is transforming its tourism industry with eco-friendly travel experiences, responding to 81% of travelers now choosing destinations based on sustainability. Over 70 hotels and tour operators have already earned green certifications, offering everything from sea turtle protection trips to net-zero carbon adventures.
Vietnam's largest city is transforming into a 22 million person metropolis where residents can travel anywhere in just one hour. The ambitious 2050 master plan combines metro lines, coastal development, and smart growth to create one of Asia's most livable cities.
Vietnam and Singapore just announced five new high-tech industrial parks across Vietnam, expanding their 30-year partnership into green technology and digital innovation. The collaboration represents a shift from traditional manufacturing to smarter, sustainable industrial development.
For years, married Thai women in Vietnam had to choose between cultural tradition and road safety. Now a specially designed motorcycle helmet lets them honor both.
A small Vietnamese airport is transforming into an international hub by 2050, unlocking one of Southeast Asia's most beautiful hidden regions for travelers worldwide. The upgrade will connect millions to pristine caves, beaches, and UNESCO sites while boosting the local economy.
The World Economic Forum just named a Vietnam factory the country's first Sustainable Lighthouse for using AI to slash carbon emissions. Foxconn's facility is proving that smart technology and environmental progress can work hand in hand.
Vietnam just achieved a historic milestone: women now hold 30 percent of seats in both the National Assembly and provincial councils nationwide. Three provinces surpassed 40 percent female representation, proving even more ambitious gender parity is possible.
Vietnam is building its first nuclear power plant after shelving similar plans in 2016, a major step toward energy independence and cleaner air. The new facility will generate enough electricity to power millions of homes while cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
Ho Chi Minh City's culinary festivals are transforming how the world experiences Vietnamese culture, with nearly 80,000 visitors flocking to taste authentic flavors while fueling economic growth. The city's food scene is now a major tourism driver, turning street food staples into global ambassadors.
Two authors spent 18 months interviewing over 50 business leaders to capture how Vietnam transformed itself over 40 years. Their book "40 Years of Innovators" tells the personal stories behind one of Asia's most remarkable economic comebacks.
Vietnam just made tourism history with its strongest start to a year ever, welcoming 6.76 million international visitors in the first three months of 2026. For the first time, the country saw three straight months with over 2 million arrivals each.
Ho Chi Minh City just recorded its strongest economic growth in 10 years, surging 8.27% in early 2026 while attracting nearly $9 billion in foreign investment. The momentum signals Vietnam's rise as a regional economic powerhouse with new partnerships spanning from London to Seoul.
An 18-year-old who survived a harrowing 12-day boat escape from Vietnam in 1979 is now an award-winning professor ensuring the world's most critical systems don't fail. Hoang Pham's journey from overcrowded fishing vessel to IEEE Life Fellow shows how resilience can transform tragedy into triumph.