The World Bank Group’s (WB) decision to upgrade Viet Nam to the upper-middle-income economy category marks a historic milestone after 17 years of sustained efforts. However, to overcome the “middle-income trap” and achieve high-income country status by 2045, Viet Nam will face an entirely new set of development challenges as its traditional growth drivers reach their limits.

The semiconductor industry is opening up opportunities for Viet Nam to make a breakthrough in the global technology value chain. However, opportunities in the value chain, particularly in chip design, packaging, testing, research and development, will only become competitive advantages if they are accompanied by high-quality human resources, strong research capacity, and the ability to master technology.

Viet Nam and the Sakha Republic (Yakutia) have emphasized labor cooperation and stronger local-level connectivity as the two sides seek to expand bilateral ties.

Steel is often associated with furnaces, coal, sparks and enormous industrial complexes. But a quieter transformation is now taking place behind those familiar images.

From August 28 to September 3, a series of artistic exchange, creative practice and exhibition activities took place at 333 Gallery in Bangkok, Thailand, bringing together artists from Vietnam, Russia and Thailand.

From August 29 to September 2, Hanoi offers free rides on buses and two urban railway lines, while also deploying additional transport arrangements to meet the travel needs of residents and tourists.

On the occasion of the 81st anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945-September 2, 2026), Hanoi will hold fireworks displays at five locations, along with a wide range of vibrant programs and experiential activities in various areas to serve residents and visitors.

Law No. 118/2025/QH15, amending and supplementing a number of provisions of 10 laws related to security and public order, took effect on July 1, 2026. The law introduces a number of important amendments and supplements to the Law on entry into, exit from, transit through, and residence in Vietnam of foreigners. The new regulations focus on improving visa policies, facilitating entry into and residence in Vietnam for foreigners, accelerating digital transformation, reducing administrative procedures, while ensuring state management requirements concerning security and public order in the new situation.