As of May 13, the northern province had disbursed more than 5.64 trillion VND (213.9 million USD) in public investment capital, fulfilling 24.2% of its annual target and 54% of its disbursement target of 10.56 trillion VND for the year's first half.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man on May 15 sent messages of congratulations to Magyar Péter and Forsthoffer Ágnes on their election as Prime Minister and Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary, respectively.

Rather than relying solely on natural advantages, Khanh Hoa province is shifting towards a more integrated development model linking tourism, trade and investment to create new growth momentum.

As many agricultural businesses continue to face challenges in finding stable outlets, modern retail systems are increasingly becoming key distribution channels helping Vietnamese products access the market more professionally.

The Party official highlighted Samsung’s important role in Vietnam’s economy as the country’s largest foreign investor, noting that the Samsung R&D Centre in Hanoi is the firm’s largest in Southeast Asia.

Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Hang shared Vietnam’s approach to building an independent and self-reliant economy linked to deep international integration, while proposing several key areas for enhanced cooperation between BRICS and partner countries at the Expanded BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting that opened on May 14 in India.

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have intensified a sweeping crackdown on counterfeit and intellectual property-infringing goods across markets, shopping centres and e-commerce platforms, with administrative fines reaching 650 million VND (24,600 USD).

Two cross-border drug trafficking cases have been dismantled, with four suspects arrested and more than 23kg of narcotics and precursor substances seized.

Entering the 2026–2030 period, Vietnam’s tourism industry is undergoing a strong transformation, with focus shifting from extensive growth to quality-oriented development, and the green economy and cultural experiences placed at the centre of tourism strategies.

With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,388 VND/USD, and the floor rate 23,874 VND/USD.

The Grand Esports 2026, a series of esports events and tournaments, has been launched on May 14 in Hanoi, giving players and supporters the opportunity to compete and enjoy high-level matches throughout the year.

Unlike well-established destinations, this small island quietly preserves its layered heritage: tens-of-thousands-year-old basalt formations, pristine tropical forests and enduring wartime memories. Together, they create a distinctive “green gem” in the open sea, subtle yet captivating enough to hold any visitor.