Technology
Vietnamese Media Spotlights TSMC Founder Morris Chang
VietTimes profiled TSMC founder Morris Chang, recalling his 2006 APEC prediction about Vietnam's semiconductor potential.
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Economy
Vietnam's Rare Earth Dilemma: Caught Between the U.S. and China
Vietnam holds the world's second-largest rare earth reserves. Caught between the U.S. and China, Hanoi faces a high-stakes balancing act.
Lifestyle
A New Species Discovered — at a Vietnamese Seafood Market
A new species named after Darth Vader was found not in a lab, but at a Vietnamese seafood market.
Economy
Vietnam Doubles Down on Electricity Imports From Laos
EVN's new 500kV line will boost Laos electricity imports by 50%, adding 1.7 billion kWh annually to ease Vietnam's power demand.
Economy
Phu My Hung, Vietnam's Biggest New Town, Faces a Legal Crisis
Phu My Hung exceeded approved land use by 400 hectares. Its international school also broke building codes.
Lifestyle
Rent a Partner for Lunar New Year? Vietnam's Latest Holiday Hustle
Vietnam now offers rent-a-partner services for Tet, charging up to VND 6 million for a family visit.
Technology
Vietnam's FPT University Teams Up With Taiwan's Asia University on Semiconductors
FPT University and Taiwan's Asia University launched a 2+2 semiconductor program to train tech talent across borders.
Economy
HCMC Remittances Hit Record High, Dwarfing Foreign Investment
HCMC pulled in USD 9.6 billion in remittances in 2024 — three times the city's FDI inflow.
Economy
U.S. Blocks Nippon Steel Deal: What It Means for Vietnam's Steel Industry
The U.S. blocked Nippon Steel's US Steel bid. Vietnam's Hoa Phat boosted output 34% and eyes the global top 30.
Business
Thai Tycoon Increases Vinamilk Investment
Thailand's TCC Group subsidiary F&N raises its Vinamilk stake to 18.69%, betting on Vietnam's consumer market for the long term.
Politics
Confirmed: APEC 2027 Will Be Held on Phu Quoc
Vietnam will host APEC for the third time in 2027, on the resort island of Phu Quoc. The venue choice signals Vietnam's ambition to build an international conference hub.
Economy
Vietnam Breaks Ground on Its First Nuclear Power Plant, a Southeast Asian First
Vietnam approved its first nuclear plant in Ninh Thuan. Russia and Japan will help build it — a potential Southeast Asian first.