FIFA president Gianni Infantino has sent a heartfelt New Year greeting to the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) and its president Tran Quoc Tuan, expressing appreciation for their collaboration throughout 2025 and anticipation for a historic year ahead. FIFA president Gianni Infantino and VFF president Tran Quoc Tuan. Photo: VFFInfantino emphasized that 2026 will be a milestone year, as the FIFA World Cup will be held for the first time in history with 48 national teams. “The World Cup is not only the greatest football festival on the planet,” Infantino wrote, “but also a platform that connects nations and spreads values of peace, solidarity, and friendship.”Concluding the letter, the FIFA president extended his warmest New Year wishes to VFF president Tran Quoc Tuan and his family. He also reaffirmed FIFA’s commitment to continue working closely and collaboratively with Vietnamese football in the time ahead.

Under Decree 282, authorities can penalize noise violations at any time of the day, removing earlier restrictions that focused mainly on late-night hours. Phung said that before Decree 282 took effect, authorities responded to residents’ complaints about noisy karaoke by dispatching inspection teams to issue warnings. Da Nang’s firm stance predates the decreeBefore the new decree came into force, rapid response teams were established to combat noisy karaoke, with the former Nai Hien Dong Ward pioneering the model. Police officers in Ho Chi Minh City visit boarding houses and residential areas to explain Decree 282 and penalties for noisy karaoke. On Monday, the official Facebook page of Tan Phuoc Ward Police also posted information about enforcing the decree against noisy karaoke gatherings, drawing widespread public support.

Photo: Nhat Xuan / Tuoi TreHeld on December 19 at Startup & Innovation Hub of Ho Chi Minh City, the event brought together start-ups, investors, and industry experts to introduce promising AI-powered products. Hololab, a marketing start-up, introduced a platform that combines 3D technology with AI to create more immersive and personalized advertising experiences. Several education start-ups proposed AI-powered tools designed to narrow the gap between academic training and workplace demands. These platforms use AI to tailor study plans to individual students based on their personal goals and intended career paths. "The real question is whether it helps businesses solve problems faster, more effectively, and at lower cost than before."

Unseasonal rain is expected in southern Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, on December 24 and 25, 2025. Across southern provinces and Ho Chi Minh City, weather conditions are expected to range from partly cloudy to overcast, with light morning mist in some locations. Some areas may see moderate rain, while isolated locations could experience heavy downpours, particularly in the Mekong Delta. During this period, southern Vietnam is likely to see mostly sunny conditions during the day, followed by isolated showers and thunderstorms at night. On Thursday in particular, moderate to heavy rain may occur in some locations during the afternoon and evening.

The findings were presented during a workshop held on December 23, which unveiled key research based on the mid-term population and housing survey and a socioeconomic survey of 53 ethnic minority groups. Projections show that while Vietnam’s population will continue to grow for decades, the rate of growth will gradually decline. The population is expected to peak around 2059 under the medium fertility scenario before stabilizing or slowing. Under three fertility scenarios - low (1.45 children/woman), medium (1.85), and high (2.01) - the population in 2074 would reach approximately 103.9 million, 114.2 million, and 118.5 million respectively. The golden population era will give way to aging and even super-aging stages, characterized by shrinking youth and working-age groups, and a sharp rise in the elderly population.

Meanwhile, member universities under Vietnam National University HCMC have large-scale training activities and need more vice presidents to handle and share the workload, improving governance efficiency. Examples include University of Industry and Trade HCMC, University of Technology and Education HCMC, Industrial University of HCMC, University of Technology HCMC, University of Social Sciences and Humanities HCMC, University of Medicine and Pharmacy HCMC, University of Finance and Marketing. The limit on vice presidents places pressure on administrative teams in assigning, managing, and supervising tasks. Some institutions still have not appointed all three vice presidents due to personnel issues. As universities move toward full autonomy, especially in organizational structure and personnel, allowing each institution to decide the number of vice presidents is necessary.

Phu Quoc Special Zone in southern Vietnam is a favorite tourist site for many international visitors. Mihail, a tourist from Iceland, said he and his friend have spent more than 10 days vacationing in Phu Quoc. A foreigner is seen smiling while posing for a photo in Phu Quoc, Vietnam. “I’m truly impressed with Phu Quoc as the people here are friendly, and the food is delicious,” Mihail said enthusiastically. A fireworks show at the Kiss Bridge, a popular tourist site in Phu Quoc, Vietnam.

The Binh Thai Church in Binh Dong Ward is also a standout along Pham The Hien Street thanks to its eye-catching light displays. Binh Thai Church sparkles with vibrant lights as the season approaches. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (December 24–25), the lights will remain on all night for the enjoyment of locals and tourists. The Fatima Binh Trieu Church in Hiep Binh Ward offers a tranquil, ideal setting for Christmas sightseeing. Its iconic pink façade combined with the glowing lights creates a vibrant holiday backdrop.

Therefore, requiring business households to notify tax authorities of all bank accounts related to production and business is normal. Lawyer Truong Thanh Duc, Director of Anvi Law Firm, also thinks that disclosing business accounts is mandatory and natural. Without account declaration, one should not conduct business.”Separate business and personal accountsTuan advised household businesses to use dedicated accounts for business activities. He cautioned against using personal accounts to receive payments for goods or services and recommended limiting transfers between business and personal accounts. According to Tuan, separating accounts makes it easier for business households during periodic tax inspections or when dissolving and closing business household licenses.

Passengers wait on the platform as a train arrives at a station on metro line No. 1 in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Tuoi TreRead what is in the news in Vietnam today:Society-- Unseasonal rain is expected across southern Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, on Wednesday and Thursday, with heavy rainfall in some areas, the Southern Regional Hydrometeorological Center said. Economy-- Vingroup chairman Pham Nhat Vuong’s net worth rose to $30 billion after a $3.4 billion one-day gain in his shares, surpassing Alibaba founder Jack Ma’s $28.6 billion, according to Forbes data on Tuesday. -- British police said on Tuesday that comedian and actor Russell Brand had been charged with a new count of rape and another of sexual assault, according to Reuters.

Resolution 98: Creating an institutional runway for acceleration The Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien Metro Line, Ho Chi Minh City's first urban rail project. What are the main "bottlenecks" that Resolution 98 must address? What specific adjustments do you propose in Resolution 98? Mr. Tran Hoang Ngan, how do you view the link between Resolution 98 and the TOD model? Tran Hoang Ngan: Resolution 98 provides the institutional foundation for effective TOD implementation.

Exploiting these gaps, experts and leaders at VFSA repeatedly sent requests for amendments with vague and confusing content, prolonging the issuance process. Investigation found that VFSA officials received bribes during the appraisal and post-inspection for issuing GMP Certificates to MediUSD Joint Stock Pharmaceutical Company (MediUSD Company). On June 19, 2020, the inspection team appraised Mediphar factory and concluded that several issues remained, requiring remediation and a written report within 90 days. On the same day, at Trung’s request, Manh paid VND165 million to the inspection team. Subsequently, the inspection team concluded and recommended that MediUSD and Mediphar address the shortcomings and report in writing to VFSA.

Among them are individuals honored as national heroes, representatives of heroic collectives, nationwide emulation warriors, and outstanding role models recognized since the 10th congress. The oldest delegate is Labor Hero and former Vice President Nguyen Thi Binh, who is 98 years old. The congress aims to summarize achievements in emulation movements and commendation efforts during the 2021–2025 period. Other activities include recognition ceremonies for Labor Heroes, Heroes of the People’s Armed Forces, and National Emulation Warriors, as well as a special exchange program spotlighting role models across the country. He called for the event to inspire nationwide emulation movements and serve as a catalyst as Vietnam strides into a new era of development.

Cold air continues to dominate Vietnam on December 23, 2025, creating three contrasting weather patterns nationwide. -- Cold air continues to dominate Vietnam on Tuesday, creating three contrasting weather patterns nationwide, with cold and misty conditions in the north, widespread rain in the central region, and mostly sunny weather in the south, according to the national weather agency. Ho Chi Minh City-- Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested seven suspects accused of using chemicals to turn pork into fake beef, producing about 600 kilograms a day and supplying some 75 eateries across the city and nearby areas. -- The Ho Chi Minh City administration has approved a 200-meter extension of its metro line 2 project to ensure full synchronization with metro line 1 at Ben Thanh Station. -- Nvidia has told Chinese clients it aims to start shipping its second-most powerful AI chips to China before the Lunar New Year holiday in mid-February, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Attending the Meet Global MICE Congress 2025 in Moscow offered far more than a professional deep dive into the world of Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions. First impressions: Safety, efficiency, and quiet eleganceFor first-time visitors from Vietnam, Moscow evokes admiration and a sense of ease. Meet Global MICE Congress 2025 did not merely showcase infrastructure and investment opportunities. Anastasia Popova, Head of the Business Tourism Development Department at the Moscow City Tourism Committee, spoke with clarity and conviction about this theme. It was a reminder that at the heart of global tourism are human connections - stories exchanged, bonds rekindled, and cultures embraced.