Society
Under travelers' own steam
Many travelers now prefer to put their entire trip together by themselves - even transport - rather than relying on a tour.
Society
Vietnam remains a promising digital entertainment market
Streaming is becoming the dominant means for Vietnamese viewers to watch content found only on television channels in days gone by.
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Da Nang invests over $79mln in social housing project in Hoa Xuan ward
According to the central city’s master plan, the development will consist of four social housing apartment blocks, including two 15-story and two 19-story buildings, providing a total of 1,326 units.
Hanoi to break ground on 114 social housing projects in H2 2026
Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee, Mr. Bui Duy Cuong, set a target to complete site clearance within a maximum of three months for projects with favorable conditions, particularly those situated primarily on agricultural land.
Unprecedented tax incentives proposed to boost Vietnam's gaming industry
Specifically, publishing enterprises would be exempt from corporate income tax for two years, followed by a 50% tax reduction for the next four years on income generated from encouraged game development activities.
Vietnamese consumers spend at least $61 mln daily on online shopping
During the first six months of 2026, "Beauty" remained the highest-grossing category, which was followed by "Women’s Fashion", and "Home & Living".
A series of 10 workshops on energy efficiency to be held throughout 2026
AI is highlighted as a powerful tool for businesses to enhance performance through real-time monitoring, control, and system optimization.
More legal responsibilities for digital trading required
Debate continues over how legal responsibilities are best assigned in an increasingly digital trading ecosystem.
Financial and macroeconomic risk management
Vietnam’s targeted credit support for major infrastructure projects could accelerate growth but only if accompanied by strong safeguards against financial and macro-economic risks.