Soldiers in white coats in the Spratlys

28/02/2026
02:54

Vietnamese Doctors’ Day, marked each year on 27 February, recognizes the dedication of medical professionals nationwide. Far from the mainland, on the maritime frontier, military doctors in the Trường Sa Special Zone serve as silent guardians of life. More than physicians, they remain a vital lifeline for fishermen, soldiers, and island residents across the vast open sea.

Canadian Navy’s goodwill in Việt Nam

Canadian Navy’s goodwill in Việt Nam

Society 02:19

The Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Charlottetown arrived in Đà Nẵng on 15 May for a four-day goodwill visit, aimed at strengthening friendship and mutual trust between Việt Nam and Canada. And as part of the four-day visit, alongside courtesy meetings, the delegation engaged in various meaningful community activities. These on-the-ground initiatives clearly demonstrate goodwill and efforts to deepen relations between the two nations.

High-tech solutions transforming Vietnamese healthcare

High-tech solutions transforming Vietnamese healthcare

Society 06:23

Việt Nam's healthcare system is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades. The government has designated healthcare as a top-priority sector for digital transformation, targeting full adoption of electronic health records and high-tech equipment. In Hồ Chí Minh City, hospitals are embracing a new generation of tools that promise faster and more accurate patient care.

Crowd safety in festival season

Crowd safety in festival season

Society 07:37

As festivals expand into larger public events, cities face increasing pressure to manage rising crowd densities and ensure safety. From religious festivals to tourism hotspots, more people are gathering in spaces not designed for such volumes. According to crowd safety expert Paul Wertheimer, how cities plan and respond now will determine whether these major events remain safe and sustainable in the years ahead.

Train and bus tickets integrated into VNeID

Train and bus tickets integrated into VNeID

Society 01:04

As Việt Nam pushes further with digital transformation, the next step is making everyday services easier to access in one place. Following the Prime Minister’s directive, tickets for buses, trains and inland waterways are set to be integrated into the VNeID application in the fourth quarter of this year.

Brunei university students embrace Vietnamese language

Brunei university students embrace Vietnamese language

Society 03:00

In Brunei, Vietnamese is gradually emerging as a new bridge of connection as the only Southeast Asian language officially taught at the university level. From everyday conversations to lessons on culture and history, Vietnamese is attracting growing interest from international students, opening a gateway to a deeper understanding of Việt Nam.

"Stand bánh mì" trend takes over social media

"Stand bánh mì" trend takes over social media

Society 01:02

For over a week now, thousands of international TikTok accounts have embraced a playful wordplay, remixing the famous song "Stand by Me" by American musician Benjamin Earl King into "Stand bánh mì," a fun reference to the experience of eating bánh mì on the pavement. This trend has gone viral across various international social media platforms, drawing international visitors to try Việt Nam's beloved bánh mì.