Over 3,700 jobs open as FDI labor-intensive firm to shut down in Ho Chi Minh City
Economy 17:15 30/12/2025More than 3,700 job openings are being offered by seven companies after a South Korean-invested garment firm in Ho Chi Minh City announced it would cease operations in January, affecting over 2,600 workers, local authorities said.
Vietnamese commune orders temporary karaoke halt to help students prepare for exams
Vietnam News 15:41 30/12/2025Authorities in Tan Hao Commune, Vinh Long Province, southern Vietnam have called for a temporary suspension of karaoke activities to create a quieter environment for students to prepare for their first-semester examinations.
Ho Chi Minh City forms task force to spur $2bn AI data center development
Ho Chi Minh City 14:15 30/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City is pressing ahead with the development of a US$2 billion AI data center at Tan Phu Trung Industrial Park, forming a dedicated cross-agency task force to clear procedural hurdles and accelerate implementation of the project.
Vietnam, Russia target $15bn bilateral trade by 2030
Vietnam News 15:33 30/12/2025Vietnam and Russia have made notable progress in trade cooperation in recent years and are moving toward their goal of raising two-way trade to US$15 billion by 2030 as part of broader bilateral cooperation, Russian Trade Representative to Vietnam Viacheslav Kharinov said on Monday.
Vietnam reports 415 killed or missing in natural disasters in 2025
Vietnam News 11:42 26/12/2025Vietnam has recorded 415 people killed or missing and 728 injured due to natural disasters so far in 2025, the Ministry of Public Security said on Friday.
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.
'Acoustic hazard': Noise complaints spark Vietnam pickleball wars
In-Depth 15:14 28/12/2025The piercing pop-pop of pickleball paddles starts before sunrise and ends after midnight at dozens of newly built courts across Hanoi, as residents relish one of Vietnam's fastest-growing sports -- or rage at the noise it makes.
Op-ed: To make ‘banh mi’ safe, Vietnamese vendors must change
In-Depth 12:22 26/12/2025‘Banh mi’ is not just a convenient meal; it is part of urban life and a defining feature of Vietnam’s street-food culture.
When AI cameras reshape public conduct in Vietnam
In-Depth 14:34 24/12/2025Arriving in Hanoi last week, I noticed something quietly striking as lines of vehicles waited neatly behind stop lines.
Digital infidelity in Vietnam: Married to the game or to each other?
In-Depth 10:57 23/12/2025Infidelity in the digital age no longer needs a hotel room or a paper trail but it rather unfolds quietly through screens and usernames.
Sedentary lifestyles drive rise in early joint degeneration among young adults in Vietnam
In-Depth 13:33 22/12/2025Young adults in Vietnam are increasingly being diagnosed with joint and spine disorders once associated mainly with old age, as sedentary lifestyles and heavy technology use take a growing toll on musculoskeletal health.
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.
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.
Saigon Marina IFC Tower lights up to mark Vietnam-UK comprehensive strategic partnership
Ho Chi Minh City 20:43 30/12/2025Saigon Marina IFC Tower has been illuminated with special lighting since Monday, featuring the colors and symbols of Vietnam and the United Kingdom to mark a new milestone in bilateral ties and celebrate the twinning relationship between Ho Chi Minh City and Liverpool.
Nearly-10-meter pork tapeworm found parasitizing man in Vietnam
Vietnam News 20:28 30/12/2025Health authorities in Hai Phong City, northern Vietnam on Monday reported a shocking case in which a nearly-10-meter-long pork tapeworm was discovered parasitizing the body of a local man, raising renewed concerns about food safety and parasitic infections linked to eating raw or undercooked foods.
Man arrested for stabbing woman in Tokyo's Takadanobaba
World 17:36 30/12/2025TOKYO -- Tokyo police arrested a 35-year-old Chinese man Tuesday on suspicion of stabbing a woman in the Takadanobaba district of the Japanese capital's Shinjuku Ward on Monday.
SoftBank to buy US digital investment firm
World 17:36 30/12/2025TOKYO -- SoftBank Group Corp. said Monday that it will acquire DigitalBridge Group Inc., a U.S. investment firm focusing on digital infrastructure, in a deal valued at US$4 billion.
Central Vietnamese province welcomes 2026 with cherry blossoms, festive buzz
Travel 15:26 30/12/2025As 2026 approaches, Mang Den Commune, a highland tourism destination in Quang Ngai Province, central Vietnam, enters its most beautiful season of the year, with mild weather, endless stretches of pine forest, and blooming cherry blossoms, making it an ideal holiday getaway.
In Vietnam, unlicensed gold bar trading may draw fines of over $760
Economy 15:05 30/12/2025The Vietnamese government has issued new regulations under which individuals who trade gold bullion with unlicensed organizations could face fines of up to VND20 million (US$761.4) as part of a new decree taking effect in early 2026.
Winter Storm Ezra snarls US travel as meteorologists warn of 'bomb cyclone'
World 14:02 30/12/2025Winter Storm Ezra disrupted holiday travel across the U.S. Northeast, Midwest and Great Lakes for a third straight day on Monday, causing thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations as airlines scrambled to recover and meteorologists warned of a brewing "bomb cyclone" that could further snarl trips ahead of the New Year's holiday.
Vietnam’s Ca Mau to build $65mn waste-to-energy plant
Vietnam News 14:02 30/12/2025The People’s Committee of Ca Mau, the southernmost province of Vietnam, has approved an investment plan for a large-scale waste-to-energy plant project with a total capital of over VND1.7 trillion (US$65 million).
New Year 2026 fireworks locations in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam News 13:57 30/12/2025Hanoi will stage 15-minute fireworks at five locations while Ho Chi Minh City will hold artistic pyrotechnic displays at four locations, including three high-altitude sites and one low-altitude site.
Stocks poised for strong end to year; silver, gold stabilize after sharp slump
World 13:51 30/12/2025SYDNEY -- Asian shares steadied on Tuesday as investors counted bumper gains heading into year-end trade, while silver and gold found their footing after a sharp pullback from record highs took some froth off the precious metals' searing rally.
Vietnam competition authority summons Zalo operator over user data collection
Vietnam News 13:15 30/12/2025The Vietnam National Competition Commission (VNCC) has summoned VNG Corporation, the operator of the popular Vietnamese messaging app Zalo, to a session to clarify how it collects and uses user data, as part of a broader review of consumer protection measures.
Nearly-10-meter pork tapeworm found parasitizing man in Vietnam
Vietnam News 20:28 30/12/2025Health authorities in Hai Phong City, northern Vietnam on Monday reported a shocking case in which a nearly-10-meter-long pork tapeworm was discovered parasitizing the body of a local man, raising renewed concerns about food safety and parasitic infections linked to eating raw or undercooked foods.
Vietnam’s Ca Mau to build $65mn waste-to-energy plant
Vietnam News 14:02 30/12/2025The People’s Committee of Ca Mau, the southernmost province of Vietnam, has approved an investment plan for a large-scale waste-to-energy plant project with a total capital of over VND1.7 trillion (US$65 million).
New Year 2026 fireworks locations in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam News 13:57 30/12/2025Hanoi will stage 15-minute fireworks at five locations while Ho Chi Minh City will hold artistic pyrotechnic displays at four locations, including three high-altitude sites and one low-altitude site.
Vietnam competition authority summons Zalo operator over user data collection
Vietnam News 13:15 30/12/2025The Vietnam National Competition Commission (VNCC) has summoned VNG Corporation, the operator of the popular Vietnamese messaging app Zalo, to a session to clarify how it collects and uses user data, as part of a broader review of consumer protection measures.
Economic diplomacy delivers nearly 350 agreements for Vietnam in 2025
Vietnam News 10:48 30/12/2025Vietnam’s economic diplomacy secured nearly 350 agreements and commitments with international partners in 2025, contributing to national development, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said at a conference reviewing the foreign affairs sector’s performance this year, held in Hanoi on Monday.
Saigon Marina IFC Tower lights up to mark Vietnam-UK comprehensive strategic partnership
Ho Chi Minh City 20:43 30/12/2025Saigon Marina IFC Tower has been illuminated with special lighting since Monday, featuring the colors and symbols of Vietnam and the United Kingdom to mark a new milestone in bilateral ties and celebrate the twinning relationship between Ho Chi Minh City and Liverpool.
Ho Chi Minh City museums attract over 4.4mn visitors in 2025
Ho Chi Minh City 12:26 30/12/2025Museums in Ho Chi Minh City welcomed more than 4.46 million visitors in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 40 percent, reflecting growing public interest in cultural heritage and museum activities, heard a conference held at the Municipal Theater on Monday.
Beyond hidden gems, Ho Chi Minh City alley holds human stories
Ho Chi Minh City 08:32 30/12/2025For many years, a narrow alley in Ho Chi Minh City has been known for its generosity and sense of community, with local residents regularly pooling their time and money to help pediatric patients and people in need by preparing clean, nutritious meals.
Ho Chi Minh City police help Turkish tourist recover lost iPhone
Ho Chi Minh City 20:20 29/12/2025Police in Ho Chi Minh City have helped a Turkish tourist recover a lost iPhone after he accidentally left it in a ride-hailing taxi, an incident highlighting ongoing efforts by local police to support residents and foreign visitors.
Startup partners with mobile retailer to pilot drone delivery in Saigon Hi-Tech Park
Ho Chi Minh City 16:20 29/12/2025Tech startup Saolatek on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding with mobile retail chain Di Dong Viet to jointly test delivery services by unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), or drone, at the Saigon Hi-Tech Park in Ho Chi Minh City.
