Hanoi denies reports of free bus rides for all residents
Vietnam News 16:49 04/04/2026The Hanoi Department of Construction has rejected recent media reports claiming that the city plans to make bus services free for all residents, saying the information is inaccurate and has caused public misunderstanding.
Cross-border QR payments expanded to ease Chinese tourists’ spending in Vietnam
Travel 15:28 04/04/2026Vietnam and China have expanded their cross-border QR payment arrangement, allowing Chinese visitors to use China’s Alipay app to scan VietQRGlobal codes and make payments directly in Chinese yuan at millions of acceptance points across Vietnam, in a bid to boost tourism flows, trade, and digital financial connectivity.
Vietnam’s Q1 GDP grows over 7.8%
Economy 14:10 04/04/2026Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the first quarter of 2026 expanded an estimated 7.83 percent year on year, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO) under the Ministry of Finance.
227 indicted in racket that used flight attendants to smuggle drugs from France to Vietnam
Vietnam News 13:57 04/04/2026The Ho Chi Minh City People's Procuracy has issued an indictment charging 227 defendants in connection with a drug trafficking ring that smuggled more than 11 kilograms of synthetic drugs hidden inside toothpaste tubes carried by Vietnamese flight attendants from France to Vietnam in 2023.
Hanoi slaughterhouse shuttered after 300-tonne diseased pork scandal
Vietnam News 14:52 03/04/2026Authorities in Hanoi have suspended operations at the Van Phuc slaughterhouse after police uncovered a ring that processed and distributed 300 metric tons of pork infected with African swine fever to local markets and school canteens.
Vietnam’s Thai Nguyen Province probes suspected contaminated pork served at kindergarten
Vietnam News 15:07 02/04/2026Authorities in Thai Nguyen Province, northern Vietnam have ordered an investigation into suspected contaminated pork served to children at a local kindergarten after parents reported the meat tested positive for E.coli and African swine fever.
Vietnam health ministry orders surprise checks on collective kitchens amid food safety scandal
Vietnam News 15:05 02/04/2026The Vietnamese Ministry of Health on Wednesday announced sudden inspections of collective kitchens and food service establishments in Hanoi and neighboring Ninh Binh Province to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
Hanoi schools ordered to review canteen food sources after 300-tonne diseased pork scandal
Vietnam News 10:48 01/04/2026The education authority of Hanoi has directed schools to review and publicly disclose food suppliers for boarding canteens following revelations that nearly 300 metric tons of diseased pork was distributed to local markets and some schools.
Factory A32: From wartime workshop to Vietnam’s fighter jet maintenance hub
In-Depth 16:50 03/04/2026Now one of Vietnam’s leading military aviation maintenance facilities, Factory A32 was established during the resistance war against the U.S., evolving from early aircraft repair efforts carried out under wartime conditions marked by relocation, limited equipment, and heavy bombing.
Closer look at growth and prosperity in Vietnam
In-Depth 17:03 31/03/2026In recent days, as global developments shift and the discourse on growth resurfaces in Vietnam, wealth and prosperity have invited deeper reflection – both at the level of the family and the nation.
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.
Foreign tourist rescued after getting lost in northern Vietnam forest
Vietnam News 19:30 04/04/2026An Austrian tourist was rescued by police and local residents in northern Vietnam after getting lost and injured in a remote forest in Lang Son Province, authorities said on Saturday.
Japan to subsidize costs of seizure to secure child support
World 19:30 04/04/2026TOKYO -- Japan's Children and Families Agency has established a system to subsidize costs required for procedures to seize salaries and assets to secure child support payments from former spouses.
Francophone Comics Festival brings joyful reading to kids, adults in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 19:00 04/04/2026The first-ever Francophone Comics Festival in Ho Chi Minh City kicked off on Saturday, drawing crowds of comic fans of all ages, both Vietnamese and foreign.
Japan to consider energy-saving request carefully
World 17:49 04/04/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government is planning to consider carefully whether it will ask companies and the general public to cut back on electricity and petroleum product consumption, several government sources said Friday.
Panel blasts University of Tokyo over corruption scandals
World 17:40 04/04/2026TOKYO -- An investigative group of lawyers has blasted the University of Tokyo over recent corruption scandals, urging the prestigious national university to reform its governance system.
Vietnam premier expresses gratitude to citizens for weathering economic headwinds
Vietnam News 17:30 04/04/2026Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Saturday morning chaired a regular government sitting and a teleconference with provinces and cities, thanking citizens, businesses, and international partners for their collective resilience during a challenging five-year term.
Vietnam introduces fine of up to $1,890 for child exploitation
Vietnam News 16:46 04/04/2026Vietnam will impose administrative fines of up to VND50 million (US$1,890) on individuals who commit violations in social protection and child welfare, as part of newly-issued Government Decree 98.
Australians cancel Easter travel as worries mount over fuel crisis
World 15:26 04/04/2026SYDNEY - Every Easter, Sydney retiree Elsa Ucak is one of the millions of Australians that hit the road to travel during the four-day-long weekend.
Scorching heat in Ho Chi Minh City: Real temperatures higher than forecast
Ho Chi Minh City 14:29 04/04/2026Ho Chi Minh City is experiencing intense heat, with temperatures exceeding 37 degrees Celsius, but outdoor conditions feel hotter than official forecasts, leaving residents overheated and increasing the risk of health problems.
Hundreds join fire drill at Ho Chi Minh City-based power company
Ho Chi Minh City 12:14 04/04/2026Hundreds of officers and personnel from the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Public Security, alongside on-site emergency teams, took part in a fire prevention and rescue drill at Phu My Thermal Power Company on Friday.
Vietnam keeps Reunification Day holiday schedule unchanged despite calls for longer break
Vietnam News 10:57 04/04/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday confirmed that the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1) holiday will follow the previously announced schedule, despite public calls to extend the break to nine days.
Foreign tourist rescued after getting lost in northern Vietnam forest
Vietnam News 19:30 04/04/2026An Austrian tourist was rescued by police and local residents in northern Vietnam after getting lost and injured in a remote forest in Lang Son Province, authorities said on Saturday.
Vietnam premier expresses gratitude to citizens for weathering economic headwinds
Vietnam News 17:30 04/04/2026Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Saturday morning chaired a regular government sitting and a teleconference with provinces and cities, thanking citizens, businesses, and international partners for their collective resilience during a challenging five-year term.
Vietnam introduces fine of up to $1,890 for child exploitation
Vietnam News 16:46 04/04/2026Vietnam will impose administrative fines of up to VND50 million (US$1,890) on individuals who commit violations in social protection and child welfare, as part of newly-issued Government Decree 98.
Vietnam keeps Reunification Day holiday schedule unchanged despite calls for longer break
Vietnam News 10:57 04/04/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday confirmed that the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1) holiday will follow the previously announced schedule, despite public calls to extend the break to nine days.
China moves to regulate digital humans, bans addictive services for children
Vietnam News 10:55 04/04/2026BEIJING -- China's cyberspace regulator issued draft regulations on Friday to oversee the development online of digital humans, requiring clear labeling and banning services that could mislead children or fuel addiction.
Francophone Comics Festival brings joyful reading to kids, adults in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 19:00 04/04/2026The first-ever Francophone Comics Festival in Ho Chi Minh City kicked off on Saturday, drawing crowds of comic fans of all ages, both Vietnamese and foreign.
Scorching heat in Ho Chi Minh City: Real temperatures higher than forecast
Ho Chi Minh City 14:29 04/04/2026Ho Chi Minh City is experiencing intense heat, with temperatures exceeding 37 degrees Celsius, but outdoor conditions feel hotter than official forecasts, leaving residents overheated and increasing the risk of health problems.
Hundreds join fire drill at Ho Chi Minh City-based power company
Ho Chi Minh City 12:14 04/04/2026Hundreds of officers and personnel from the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Public Security, alongside on-site emergency teams, took part in a fire prevention and rescue drill at Phu My Thermal Power Company on Friday.
Southern Ho Chi Minh City to experience water supply disruption for 2 days
Ho Chi Minh City 09:56 04/04/2026A major water pipe burst in southern Ho Chi Minh City will cause low water pressure in multiple communes and wards for 48 hours, starting 10:00 pm on Sunday, as authorities work to repair the damaged pipeline, the city’s water utility Saigon Water Corporation (SAWACO) said.
Ho Chi Minh City's FDI attraction nears $2.9bn in Q1, including TikTok’s $125mn investment
Ho Chi Minh City 17:23 03/04/2026Ho Chi Minh City attracted nearly US$2.9 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first quarter of 2026, expanding nearly 220 percent year on year, with a $125 million TikTok Shop Vietnam project among the most notable new investments, the city’s finance department told a press briefing on Thursday.
