Hà Nội sets out to transform Red River landscape

23/05/2026
06:52

Hà Nội’s bold plan to transform the Red River landscape is a 12-year megaproject that was approved by the Hà Nội People’s Council on 11 May and estimated at around 29 billion US dollars. The plan quickly became one of the most talked-about urban development stories.

Bird photography: When art meets conservation

Bird photography: When art meets conservation

Society 02:35

To mark the International Day for Biological Diversity on 22 May. This is a reminder of the importance of protecting natural ecosystems and wildlife. And in Việt Nam, one growing community is doing that through an unexpected way: bird photography.

Education - industry link helps build tech-savvy workforce

Education - industry link helps build tech-savvy workforce

Society 07:10

The World Bank estimates that Việt Nam could lose around two million jobs by 2045 if its supply of highly skilled workers fails to keep pace with rapid digital transformation. In response, educational institutions are increasingly working with industry partners to equip students with the digital capabilities and practical experience needed for the fast-changing workforce of the future.

Hà Nội sets out to transform Red River landscape

Hà Nội sets out to transform Red River landscape

Society 06:52

Hà Nội’s bold plan to transform the Red River landscape is a 12-year megaproject that was approved by the Hà Nội People’s Council on 11 May and estimated at around 29 billion US dollars. The plan quickly became one of the most talked-about urban development stories.

Vietnam Security Summit spotlights cyber resilience

Vietnam Security Summit spotlights cyber resilience

Society 01:53

Vietnam Security Summit 2026 opened in Hà Nội on 22 May as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and emerging technologies continue to reshape the cybersecurity landscape. Under the theme “Securing the Digital Future in the Post-Quantum and AI World,” this year’s summit focuses on key priorities including data protection, digital infrastructure security, risk governance, and stronger resilience against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

Việt Nam tackles new cybersecurity risks

Việt Nam tackles new cybersecurity risks

Society 03:16

Vietnam Security Summit 2026 has put the spotlight on the future of cybersecurity in an era shaped by AI and post-quantum risks. AI introduces more sophisticated scams, ransomware and identity fraud tactics, emerging quantum technologies are also raising concerns over the resilience of traditional encryption.

A hidden youth employment crisis

A hidden youth employment crisis

Society 07:06

Have you ever lost motivation for work or your future? If the answer is yes then you're not alone. Many young people in Asia-Pacific economies are being left out of both work and education. Economists track this through the NEET rate, young people not in employment, education or training.