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A stunning blue pheasant that vanished from Vietnam's forests two decades ago is coming home. An international team of zoos is sending 20 carefully selected birds from Europe back to their native habitat this May.
Vietnam and Singapore are deepening their partnership in science and technology as the countries upgrade diplomatic ties. The collaboration could create a model for innovation cooperation across Southeast Asia.
Vietnamese financial services company F88 earned recognition as one of the country's top three workplaces, with 94% of employees calling it a great place to work. The company promotes 90% of its managers from frontline positions, proving career growth isn't just a promise.
Vietnam's stock market has reached $432 billion in value and earned emerging market status, creating new opportunities for millions of investors. The country is now pushing forward with digital reforms to compete with major Southeast Asian markets.
Vietnam has become Southeast Asia's fastest-growing digital economy over the past three years, with digital services now powering nearly a fifth of the nation's GDP. The achievement spans a population of over 100 million people, driven by rapid 5G expansion and smart government policies.
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's Hai Phong city and South Korea's top science institute just signed a partnership to build cutting-edge biotech research centers and train the next generation of scientists. The collaboration aims to transform the port city into Southeast Asia's gateway for Korean technology.
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.
Vietnam's Tô Lâm now holds both top political offices, making him the country's most powerful leader in decades. His goal: transform Vietnam into a high-income nation while strengthening ties across Asia.
Agribank just landed a major climate finance deal from France's development agency without needing a government guarantee, a first for Vietnam. The partnership will fund renewable energy and sustainable agriculture across the country.
Vietnam is transforming its steel sector with advanced electric arc furnaces that slash carbon emissions while producing higher-grade steel. The Red River Delta project marks a major step toward the country's 2050 net zero goal and self-sufficient manufacturing future.
Vietnam just made tourism history, welcoming 6.76 million international visitors in the first three months of 2026. The Southeast Asian nation's diverse attractions and improved travel connections are drawing explorers from around the globe.
Vietnam is reshaping its coastal city of Đồ Sơn from a simple beach town into a modern tourism destination that honors heritage while embracing sustainable growth. With major infrastructure projects and a focus on preserving natural beauty, the transformation shows how development and conservation can work together.
A major global bank just launched a $4 billion facility to help Chinese clean energy companies expand internationally, with Vietnam positioned as a top destination. The move could accelerate the spread of affordable solar, battery, and electric vehicle technology across Southeast Asia.
The ancient city of Hue has kept nearly 1,000 tons of plastic out of rivers and oceans through a five-year project that's now a national model. Their secret? Getting schools, businesses, and over a million residents on board with simple changes that added up to massive impact.
A major brewery in Vietnam is proving that trusting employees and flattening corporate hierarchies creates faster, stronger teams. Their approach blends Nordic leadership values with local culture to build a workplace where people feel safe to speak up and grow.
Vietnam is partnering with the World Bank to accelerate infrastructure and clean energy projects as part of a massive $329 billion investment plan. The collaboration aims to help Vietnam achieve double-digit GDP growth over the next five years.
Vietnam's under-17 football team secured their first-ever spot at the FIFA U17 World Cup after a thrilling 3-2 victory against the United Arab Emirates. The historic achievement has sparked celebrations across Southeast Asia and marks a major milestone for Vietnamese youth sports.
Honda and LG are bringing instant-swap electric motorcycles to Vietnam's capital, letting riders exchange dead batteries for fresh ones in seconds instead of waiting to charge. The pilot launching in 2026 could reshape how millions of Southeast Asians switch to cleaner transportation.
Denver Broncos lineman Garett Bolles spent Memorial Day weekend honoring over 50 Korean and Vietnam War veterans before their first trip to Washington, D.C. His grandfather, a Korean War veteran, passed away earlier this year.
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