In recent years Vietnam's leaders have embraced a new form of diplomacy: informal interactions with foreign dignitaries.

While scrolling through social media, I came across a video showing 164 vehicles running red lights in just two minutes at the Nguyen Trai – Khuat Duy Tien intersection in Hanoi.

High-paying IT jobs in Vietnam demand long hours, high stress, and critical decision-making responsibilities, according to readers.

Donald Trump's deportation and tariff plans could have far-reaching consequences for many American businesses, especially those relying on undocumented workers.

I studied for master's degrees in Singapore and America, and paying off student loans afterward was an arduous task.

Tet, or Lunar New Year, is Vietnam's most important holiday, often celebrated with family reunions. Many workers living far from home feel that the seven to nine-day Tet holiday is simply too short, leaving little time to travel, relax, and fully enjoy the festivities.

While studying abroad often involves significant financial investment, many Vietnamese believe its value extends beyond immediate salary gains upon returning home.

Many overseas Vietnamese students hesitate to return home, worried about limited job opportunities. However, my children, who studied abroad, have shown that international graduates can secure high-paying jobs in Vietnam through merit alone.

The outcome of the U.S. presidential election was more of a Democratic loss than a triumph for Donald Trump.

At 38, I find myself still living in Europe, a decision rooted in practicality rather than ambition.

My child made the bold choice to build a life in Canada despite earning only slightly more than they would have in Vietnam. While their decision came with financial trade-offs, the personal and professional growth they achieved abroad has been invaluable over the past two decades.

A woman preparing her eldest child for studying in Australia dreams of a stable, high-paying job and eventual residency, a dream many families have today.

Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is becoming increasingly suited only for high-skilled workers earning at least VND20 million (US$800) per month, according to readers as they shared experiences on how high living costs make life in HCMC challenging.

My friend, a wife and the main breadwinner in her family, earns a higher income than her husband.

Vietnamese readers believe the proposed north-south high-speed railway, with competitive travel times and ticket costs, could become Vietnam's preferred travel option, surpassing both air travel and traditional trains.

Many people would express frustration over math and physics concepts that seem irrelevant, especially when they hear stories about billionaires dropping out of school. However, they should notice the fact that the world's richest man Elon Musk needed academic foundations to succeed, readers pointed out.

As more Vietnamese parents consider whether to join their children abroad or remain in Vietnam, they navigate differing views on family expectations, traditions, and the realities of life far from home.

Every year, as the seasons change, a familiar pattern emerges in Hanoi. The air grows thick with fine dust, and with it, an uptick in respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses, particularly among children and the elderly. Bronchitis, pneumonia, and even heart disease become the norm.

For people over 50, deciding whether to move abroad with their children or stay in Vietnam is difficult.