Stories from Vietnam

Vietnam has identified 10 strategic national technology groups, focusing on AI, semiconductors, and new energy. High-speed rail technology is also included in this strategic initiative. The Đồng Nai province has approved a digital technology park plan near Long Thành Airport. The identified areas aim to enhance national competitiveness. Vietnam has pinpointed specific strategic areas within its technology sector to prioritize for development and investment. The specific areas identified are expected to drive future innovation and economic growth.

Vietnam's Politburo has decided to strengthen discipline within the Party, focusing on speech and actions. The prediction market indicates a 48% probability for Bardella to be the next French president.

The United States has approved $100 million in military aid for Vietnam. This aid package is intended to bolster cooperation and defense ties between the two nations. The aid includes C-130 Hercules aircraft.

Provisional, unofficial election results for the People's Council of Thanh Hoa province have been announced. The announcement covers the results for deputies to the 16th National Assembly and various levels of the People's Council.

Trần Đức Thắng has been appointed as the Secretary of the Hanoi Municipal Party Committee. TS Bùi Đức Thọ has been appointed as the new Director of the National Economics University in Hanoi.

Dong Nai province has approved the planning of a digital technology zone near Long Thanh Airport. The zone will cover over 119 hectares.

Vietnam has designated high-speed rail technology as a national strategic technology. Dong Nai province has approved the planning for a Digital Technology Zone near Long Thanh airport.

Donald Trump stated that all military actions between Lebanon and Israel will cease immediately.

The Democratic Progressive Party is reportedly considering fielding candidates for the Yilan mayoral race and the Jiaoxi township head election. Other prediction markets show Lula as the winner of the Brazilian presidential election with 52% probability.

Vietnam is focusing on controlling outdated and polluting technologies starting April 1, 2026. The country is updating high-tech trends for its new development phase.