Stories from Hanoi · Vietnam

International organizations report that transnational crime networks are expanding across Southeast Asia. Victims are being lured by attractive job offers and subsequently exploited in conditions described as equivalent to slavery.

The number of active businesses in Vietnam has risen to over 1 million. The resolution focuses on improving access to land, capital, technology, human resources, and digital transformation.

The process involved an initial personal transfer of over 1.17 billion VND for a 5,000 square meter area. The final adjusted land area was recorded at 4,853.9 square meters. The agreement was reported by VOV1 Vietnam.

Prosecutors are transferring case files to the Supreme People's Procuracy to request the prosecution of 19 individuals associated with Bu Tach Technology Co., Ltd. Total actual profits from 2018 to 2025 are estimated at more than 54.48 billion VND.

Vietnamese researchers have identified key active compounds in two local plants. The first plant contains kareo tin, which is used for pain relief, anti-inflammation, and tissue regeneration.

Hanoi has opened a water park at 1 Ly The To to serve as a memorial for COVID-19 victims. The project also includes the expansion of the Bach Ma wharf area to promote historical values.

New policies taking effect in May 2025 include voluntary supplementary pension insurance and stricter administrative penalties for sectors such as marriage, family, and electricity. The Advance Payment Insurance Law defines advance payment insurance as a non-mandatory insurance type. Under the new regulation, a citizen's lifelong academic record number will be integrated with their personal identification number via the VNEID application. The decree aims to provide a standardized framework for managing educational data. Supplemental English language instruction that is not part of the core curriculum will not be subject to tutoring regulations. changes in the recognition and policy for the individual economy have been implemented following the enactment of Constitutional Article 68.

Vietnamese President Tô Lâm said the implementation of social welfare policies to promote regional and international development. The leader also noted the expansion of port areas to enhance historical value.

A student research group in Vietnam has developed a battery that generates electricity from coffee waste without producing toxic gases or hazardous waste. The battery is reported to be 90 percent biodegradable.

Vietnam has elevated the importance of foreign affairs to a level equal to national defense and security tasks. This change is part of the 14th Party Congress objectives. Foreign affairs and national security are now designated as regular, critical priorities.