Vietnam maritime authority proposes seeking Iran support for ships as Hormuz tensions disrupt shipping
Economy 20:12 27/03/2026Vietnam’s maritime authority has proposed seeking Iran’s support to ensure safe passage for 19 Vietnamese-linked vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, as conflict in the Middle East has disrupted shipping through the vital waterway.
Vietnamese carriers to cut flights as fuel crisis hits operations
Travel 15:18 27/03/2026Vietnamese airlines will suspend or reduce the frequency of several domestic and international routes starting April 1, as soaring jet fuel prices and supply shortages strain operations.
Strategic infrastructure in Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Thiem gains momentum under new mechanisms
Ho Chi Minh City 13:48 27/03/2026Situated at the eastern gateway of Ho Chi Minh City, Thu Thiem New Urban Area, which has long held a pivotal role as a key connector between the city and the southeastern region, is now entering a decisive phase, marked by the simultaneous roll-out of multiple large-scale infrastructure projects under new mechanisms.
Ho Chi Minh City hospital launches Vietnam’s 1st pelvic floor center
Ho Chi Minh City 16:50 27/03/2026Hung Vuong Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday launched Vietnam’s first pelvic floor center, alongside a same-day treatment unit, to expand specialized care for women’s health.
Nearly 79 million Vietnamese vote in parliamentary, local elections
Vietnam News 09:35 15/03/2026Nearly 79 million voters across Vietnam began casting ballots on Sunday to elect members of the country’s 16th National Assembly and local People’s Councils for the 2026–31 term.
Vietnam’s Truong Sa ready for national election
Vietnam News 15:59 14/03/2026All preparations have been completed in Truong Sa (Spratly) Special Zone, administered by Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam, for the election of deputies to the country’s law-making National Assembly and local People’s Councils for the 2026-31 term, slated for March 15, or Sunday.
Ho Chi Minh City uses VNeID to verify over 9.6 million voters ahead of national election
Ho Chi Minh City 17:10 12/03/2026Ho Chi Minh City has completed the review of more than 9.6 million voters through the national digital ID system, VNeID, finalizing preparations for the upcoming national election slated for March 15.
Voters hope for stronger transport links between Ho Chi Minh City, coastal destinations
Ho Chi Minh City 14:53 12/03/2026Voters in Ho Chi Minh City voiced their hope for the development of transport infrastructure connecting the city with key coastal destinations such as Can Gio, Vung Tau, and Con Dao to boost tourism and economic growth at a voter meeting on Wednesday afternoon.
Building beyond borders: A Vietnamese founder’s next step in connecting global communities
In-Depth 14:04 22/03/2026Six years after launching VietConnect to link Vietnamese professionals worldwide, Milly Nguyen is taking the next step. With the debut of Spaces Connect, she is transforming a community-driven platform into a space for practical support, connecting people across borders through services, data and shared opportunities.
In Vietnam, busy young people turn to offline dating events to find connection
In-Depth 16:00 21/03/2026After a long workday, Nguyen Van Hoa scrolls through his phone at home in Ho Chi Minh City, looking for a way to meet someone beyond his daily routine.
What are Vietnamese consumers spending on entertainment?
In-Depth 10:32 19/03/2026Spending on entertainment is not just a market story; it is also a question of cultural direction.
Comprehensive support package needed for Vietnamese economy
In-Depth 14:37 16/03/2026The global economy is experiencing sharp volatility, prompting many Vietnamese businesses to hesitate before signing new contracts amid rising risks, so stronger and more comprehensive support mechanisms from the government are increasingly seen as essential.
What to know about 'banh mi' food poisoning in Vietnam, and how to eat it safely
In-Depth 11:27 15/03/2026A series of suspected food poisoning incidents linked to 'banh mi' has recently raised concerns about food safety in Vietnam, drawing renewed attention to safety practices surrounding one of the country’s most beloved street foods despite such cases being relatively rare.
Drunk driving must end in mind first in Vietnam
In-Depth 16:04 14/03/2026A recent crash on Nguyen Chanh Street in Hanoi, in which a man driving under the influence of alcohol plowed into several cars and motorcycles, leaving one dead, forces society to confront, more honestly than ever, the issue of drinking and driving.
Vietnam’s Internet infrastructure ready to power low-altitude economy
In-Depth 16:28 09/03/2026Vietnam’s expanding 5G coverage and the arrival of low-Earth-orbit satellite Internet are positioning the country to accelerate its digital economy, particularly the emerging low-altitude economy, in the years ahead.
Op-ed: Vietnam can turn street vending into urban development asset
In-Depth 13:34 08/03/2026On Tuesday, Tran Luu Quang, secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee, raised a point that struck directly at the heart of the city’s sidewalk economy.
Vietnam slashes fuel taxes to zero percent, suspends VAT amid global oil volatility
Vietnam News 18:09 27/03/2026Vietnam has temporarily cut the environmental protection tax on gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel to zero VND per liter and the special consumption tax on gasoline to zero percent, while suspending value-added tax (VAT) declaration and payment obligations on selected petroleum products, according to a prime ministerial decision.
Hand, foot, mouth disease surges in major Vietnamese cities amid EV71 virus concerns
Vietnam News 18:00 27/03/2026Hand, foot, and mouth disease cases are rising in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, with the re-emergence of the highly virulent Enterovirus 71 (EV71) prompting health authorities to issue urgent warnings and prevention guidelines.
Japan adopts new target to address overtourism
World 17:36 27/03/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government adopted a new target Friday to increase the number of regions implementing measures against overtourism from 47 in 2025 to 100 by 2030.
Sunshine City attacker stabbed victim over 10 times
World 17:14 27/03/2026TOKYO -- The man who killed a woman at the Sunshine City commercial complex in Tokyo on Thursday is believed to have stabbed the victim more than 10 times, Jiji Press learned Friday.
Japan to introduce 10-year residency requirement for nationality
World 17:13 27/03/2026TOKYO -- Japan will implement a 10-year residency requirement for foreigners seeking nationality, starting Wednesday, Justice Minister Hiroshi Hiraguchi said Friday.
Gabon battles for baby sea turtles' survival
World 16:38 27/03/2026Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, newly hatched sea turtles emerged on a Gabonese beach to embark on the treacherous 10-metre (33-foot) scramble across the sand to the ocean.
Vietnam seeks deeper cooperation with global firms as supply chains shift
Economy 16:33 27/03/2026Vietnam is prepared to strengthen cooperation with global businesses to build more efficient and resilient supply chains as global production networks evolve rapidly under the influence of digital transformation and artificial intelligence, Party General Secretary To Lam said on Thursday.
Transgender athletes barred from female category events
World 16:11 27/03/2026LAUSANNE, Switzerland -- Only biological female athletes, whose gender has been determined by a one-time gene-screening test, will now be eligible to take part in female category events at the Olympic Games, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Thursday.
'True miracle': Napoleon's long-lost hat to go on display
World 14:55 27/03/2026A newly discovered hat believed to have been worn by Napoleon Bonaparte during his exile on the island of Saint Helena is set to go on display outside Paris later this year, historians said on Thursday.
Mexico blames oil slick on illegal dumping
World 14:12 27/03/2026An oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico affecting hundreds of kilometers of coastline was caused by "illegal dumping" from a ship and exacerbated by seepage from natural sources, Mexican authorities said Thursday.
Hanoi plans $76mn theater as part of cultural investment push
Vietnam News 13:31 27/03/2026Hanoi plans to build a new city theater with up to 2,500 seats at an estimated cost of about VND2 trillion (US$76 million) as part of a broader push to expand cultural infrastructure.
Vietnam slashes fuel taxes to zero percent, suspends VAT amid global oil volatility
Vietnam News 18:09 27/03/2026Vietnam has temporarily cut the environmental protection tax on gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel to zero VND per liter and the special consumption tax on gasoline to zero percent, while suspending value-added tax (VAT) declaration and payment obligations on selected petroleum products, according to a prime ministerial decision.
Hand, foot, mouth disease surges in major Vietnamese cities amid EV71 virus concerns
Vietnam News 18:00 27/03/2026Hand, foot, and mouth disease cases are rising in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, with the re-emergence of the highly virulent Enterovirus 71 (EV71) prompting health authorities to issue urgent warnings and prevention guidelines.
Hanoi plans $76mn theater as part of cultural investment push
Vietnam News 13:31 27/03/2026Hanoi plans to build a new city theater with up to 2,500 seats at an estimated cost of about VND2 trillion (US$76 million) as part of a broader push to expand cultural infrastructure.
Vietnam ministry proposes exit bans, utility cuts to enforce administrative penalties
Vietnam News 12:00 27/03/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has proposed suspending exit from the country and cutting electricity and water supplies as enforcement measures against individuals and organizations that fail to comply with administrative penalties.
Vietnam health ministry issues urgent directive after HFMD claims 4 lives
Vietnam News 11:14 27/03/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has issued an urgent directive to curb a surge in hand, foot, and mouth disease after nearly 25,100 cases and four deaths were recorded in the first three months of 2026.
Ho Chi Minh City looks to expand temporary parks on vacant land after Tet pilot
Ho Chi Minh City 13:27 27/03/2026Ho Chi Minh City is reviewing how to maintain and expand temporary public parks created on vacant land after several sites were converted into green spaces for the 2026 Lunar New Year celebrations, officials said on Thursday.
Ho Chi Minh City to host 1st Francophone Comics Festival next week
Ho Chi Minh City 09:30 27/03/2026A special day dedicated to Francophone comics will be held in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday next week, combining professional activities with a public festival to foster publishing cooperation between France, Belgium, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks breakthroughs for nighttime economy
Ho Chi Minh City 19:14 26/03/2026With Ho Chi Minh City’s untapped ‘gold mine’ of the nighttime economy seen as a critical driver of growth, the southern metropolis should move beyond fragmented development toward a coordinated strategy and breakthroughs, heard a thematic seminar titled 'Nighttime Economy: Driving Growth in Ho Chi Minh City' on Wednesday.
Ho Chi Minh City’s nighttime economy needs identity, connectivity to thrive
Ho Chi Minh City 18:53 26/03/2026Ho Chi Minh City needs to establish a distinct identity, adopt a comprehensive development plan, and improve connectivity infrastructure to build a vibrant nighttime economy, rather than continuing with fragmented efforts, leaders of travel firms said at a thematic seminar titled 'Nighttime Economy: Driving Growth in Ho Chi Minh City' on Wednesday.
Ho Chi Minh City expands cashless payments in public transport
Ho Chi Minh City 14:50 26/03/2026Ho Chi Minh City is expanding cashless payments across its public transport network, with contactless systems being fully rolled out on metro and bus services, authorities said on Wednesday.
