Ho Chi Minh City tightens oversight of service businesses to curb prostitution, online sex trade
Ho Chi Minh City 17:34 21/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City has tightened oversight of businesses deemed vulnerable to exploitation by requiring operators to sign new commitments to prevent prostitution and pornographic or sexually explicit activities.
Vietnam police put forward points-based digital citizen ratings with tax, fee incentives
Vietnam News 14:52 21/12/2025Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has proposed introducing a points-based rating system for ‘digital citizens’ on the national VNeID app, under a draft government resolution now open for public comment until December 31.
International financial center opens in Ho Chi Minh City, set to attract global capital
Economy 15:55 21/12/2025Vietnam’s International Financial Center (IFC) in Ho Chi Minh City officially began operations on Sunday, marking a major milestone for the country’s financial sector and setting a clear roadmap to attract global capital.
Who’s teaching Vietnam’s next generation how to live in cyberspace?
In-Depth 12:16 21/12/2025One day he was on the TEDx stage delivering an inspiring speech and the next day he was named a fraud. Last month, a rising IELTS creator who aspired to make English learning more affordable for Vietnamese students stumbled through a few mispronunciations and awkward grammatical errors.
Police probe dam releases in Vietnam’s Dak Lak, where historic floods killed 113
Vietnam News 18:31 20/12/2025Historic floods that struck Dak Lak Province, south-central Vietnam, late last month left 113 people dead and caused massive damage, provincial authorities said, adding that the Ministry of Public Security is investigating whether the discharge of the Song Ba Ha hydropower plant was conducted properly.
How central Vietnam can ease pain of natural disasters
Vietnam News 17:39 17/12/2025For central Vietnam to truly ‘live with floods,’ it needs fundamental, long-term solutions built on three key pillars, including reorganizing living space, restoring natural ecosystems, and strengthening community capacity.
Vietnam's Khanh Hoa warns of new flood risk, orders evacuations from high-risk areas
Vietnam News 13:22 10/12/2025The administration of Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam has issued an urgent warning about a possible new flood wave on local rivers and streams from Tuesday night to Thursday, calling on authorities to prepare immediate evacuations from areas prone to flooding and landslides.
Severe flooding inundates 3,300 homes, leaves 1 dead in Vietnam's Lam Dong
Vietnam News 13:54 05/12/2025Torrential rain and rapidly rising rivers submerged more than 3,300 homes and left one man dead in Lam Dong Province, central Vietnam after only one day of severe flooding that also triggered landslides and widespread infrastructure damage.
Refereeing controversies deepen chaos at SEA Games in Thailand
In-Depth 14:21 19/12/2025Amid a 2025 Southeast Asian Games already weighed down by logistical failures and complaints from athletes, a wave of refereeing controversies has pushed the regional competition into deeper disarray.
Businesses and the journey to shaping Vietnam’s future for every child
In-Depth 14:00 18/12/2025In a new development context shaped by climate change, digital transformation and population ageing, Vietnam is increasingly recognizing investment in children as a decisive driver of national competitiveness.
Green consumption reshapes lifestyles, fuels business competitiveness in Vietnam
In-Depth 17:28 17/12/2025Green consumption is no longer a niche trend but is increasingly becoming a lifestyle choice among young Vietnamese, prompting businesses to rethink products and strategies to meet rising sustainability demand and strengthen long-term competitiveness.
Vietnamese experts, parents back Australia’s social media ban for under-16s
In-Depth 12:06 17/12/2025Australia’s ban on social media for children under 16 has gained strong support in Vietnam, where experts and parents see it as essential for protecting young people’s mental health and comprehensive development.
SEA Games controversies continue as athletes, including Vietnam’s, face unfair judging
In-Depth 09:29 17/12/2025Controversies surrounding referee decisions continue to overshadow the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Thailand, as athletes, including many of Vietnam, face unfair rulings in multiple sports.
Vietnam faces debate over regulating social media use among children under 16
In-Depth 17:04 13/12/2025As Australia moves to bar children under 16 from using major social media platforms including Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube, Vietnam is grappling with how to protect its younger internet users while recognizing the role of online connectivity in modern education and social life.
Vietnam faces challenge turning tourist number into revenue
In-Depth 15:18 12/12/2025Vietnam’s tourism industry is grappling with a disconnect between soaring visitor arrivals and comparatively low spending, as international travelers eagerly pay for food, tours, and cultural experiences but hesitate to shop.
Vietnamese seniors bring sources of affection as they step into social media spotlight
In-Depth 15:00 12/12/2025Stories of Vietnamese grandparents appearing in viral videos are drawing millions of views, showing that the elderly can be sources of affection and inspiration in the digital age when their presence is shared with respect and care.
Vietnamese blue-beret soldiers mark Vietnam People’s Army anniversary in Abyei, show national dedication
Vietnam News 17:29 21/12/2025Vietnam’s Sapper Unit No. 4, part of the United Nations Interim Security Force in Abyei (UNISFA) in Africa, celebrated the 81st anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army with a ceremony showcasing their contributions to local development and international cooperation this week.
Patients rescued from hospital elevator within minutes in Da Nang
Vietnam News 17:23 21/12/2025Two patients and a hospital staff member were rescued from a malfunctioning elevator in Da Nang City, central Vietnam shortly after midnight on Saturday, within five minutes of rescue officers arriving at the scene.
International visitors enchanted by ‘Beautiful Hanoi Sound’ night experience
Travel 14:23 21/12/2025‘Ha Noi Dep Sound,’ branded in English as ‘Beautiful Hanoi Sound,’ is a three-day tourism program showcasing Vietnamese culture, music, and art that has captivated foreign visitors as a distinctive night-time tourism product in Hanoi, offering an intimate way to experience the capital after dark.
Hanoi’s ‘Finland Water Road,’ where clean water changed urban life
Vietnam News 14:14 21/12/2025A small riverside road in Hanoi bears no official sign, but generations of residents know it as ‘Finland Water Road,’ a name born from hardship, memory, and a landmark clean-water program that reshaped daily life in the Vietnamese capital.
Vietnam’s Vinspeed partners with Siemens Mobility on high-speed rail
Economy 14:08 21/12/2025Vietnam’s VinSpeed has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Siemens Mobility to transfer high-speed rail technology, with plans to deploy Velaro Novo trains on key routes, the companies said.
Seven elephants killed in India train accident
World 13:34 21/12/2025GUWAHATI, India -- Seven elephants were killed and one injured when a Delhi-bound train collided with a herd in northeast India early on Saturday, district police chief VV Rakesh Reddy said.
Foreigner investigated in Vietnam after dangerous motorcycle stunt goes viral
Vietnam News 13:25 21/12/2025Vietnamese police have transferred a case involving a Russian woman who was filmed performing dangerous stunts on a motorcycle on public roads in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa to criminal investigators, citing possible public order violations.
How AI tools are easing the load at home for India’s women
World 11:08 21/12/2025Priyanshi Durbha has spent more than a decade helping companies adopt emerging technologies like AI into their workflows. But the 37-year-old Bengaluru resident says her most transformative AI moment didn't happen at work — it happened in her kitchen.
Taipei attacker acted alone, police say after four die
World 11:07 21/12/2025TAIPEI -- The man suspected of carrying out an attack in Taiwan with a smoke grenade and knife acted alone, police said on Saturday of the incident that killed four, including the attacker.
Elon Musk becomes first person worth $700 billion following pay package ruling
World 10:45 21/12/2025Tesla CEO Elon Musk's net worth surged to $749 billion late Friday after the Delaware Supreme Court reinstated Tesla stock options worth $139 billion that were voided last year, according to Forbes' billionaires index.
Vietnam carriers position for Long Thanh hub with first test flights
Economy 10:40 21/12/2025Vietnam’s major airlines this week carried out their first flights to the country’s new Long Thanh International Airport, signaling the start of preparations for operations at a project seen as central to easing congestion in Ho Chi Minh City and reshaping competition in the domestic aviation market.
Vietnamese blue-beret soldiers mark Vietnam People’s Army anniversary in Abyei, show national dedication
Vietnam News 17:29 21/12/2025Vietnam’s Sapper Unit No. 4, part of the United Nations Interim Security Force in Abyei (UNISFA) in Africa, celebrated the 81st anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army with a ceremony showcasing their contributions to local development and international cooperation this week.
Patients rescued from hospital elevator within minutes in Da Nang
Vietnam News 17:23 21/12/2025Two patients and a hospital staff member were rescued from a malfunctioning elevator in Da Nang City, central Vietnam shortly after midnight on Saturday, within five minutes of rescue officers arriving at the scene.
Hanoi’s ‘Finland Water Road,’ where clean water changed urban life
Vietnam News 14:14 21/12/2025A small riverside road in Hanoi bears no official sign, but generations of residents know it as ‘Finland Water Road,’ a name born from hardship, memory, and a landmark clean-water program that reshaped daily life in the Vietnamese capital.
Foreigner investigated in Vietnam after dangerous motorcycle stunt goes viral
Vietnam News 13:25 21/12/2025Vietnamese police have transferred a case involving a Russian woman who was filmed performing dangerous stunts on a motorcycle on public roads in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa to criminal investigators, citing possible public order violations.
Vietnam’s stricter noise rules win support, residents call for reporting hotlines
Vietnam News 10:34 21/12/2025Vietnam’s tougher rules on noise pollution, which took effect on December 15, have drawn broad public support, with residents calling on authorities to extend enforcement beyond karaoke to other everyday sources of noise and to set up clear hotlines for complaints.
Chaotic outdoor ads in Ho Chi Minh City raise traffic safety concerns
Ho Chi Minh City 17:02 20/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City’s outdoor advertising landscape has increasingly drawn criticism for obstructing traffic, blocking sightlines, and posing potential safety risks during heavy rain.
Ho Chi Minh City to offer free metro rides on New Year’s Day 2026
Ho Chi Minh City 10:31 20/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City residents and visitors will be able to ride the Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien metro line free of charge on New Year’s Day 2026, January 1, as part of a special program to welcome the new year.
Ho Chi Minh City court summons Sunwah Pearl building owners to attend court proceedings
Ho Chi Minh City 10:48 19/12/2025The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Court has issued an official written request to media agencies to publish a notice pursuant to civil procedure summoning the litigants, who are the owners of the Sunwah Pearl buildings, to appear before the court for case resolution.
Work starts on $2mn park project in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 09:36 19/12/2025Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday broke ground on Thanh Loc Park, a 3.37-hectare public green space in An Phu Dong Ward, with a total investment of nearly VND54 billion (US$2 million) from the city budget.
Ho Chi Minh City shares development experience, strengthens bilateral ties with Laos’ Houaphanh
Ho Chi Minh City 17:28 18/12/2025The Ho Chi Minh City administration on Wednesday held talks with a delegation from Laos’ Houaphanh Province to exchange socio-economic development experience and strengthen bilateral cooperation, focusing on public financial management, investment attraction, and tourism growth.
