Spokesperson stresses Vietnam’s readiness for tax dialogue, cooperation with EU
Vietnam News 20:11 22/02/2026Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on Sunday clarified Vietnam’s reaction to the European Union (EU)’s addition of the country to the list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes.
Over 100 swimmers rescued at Ho Chi Minh City’s Vung Tau beaches in 5 days of Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 17:26 22/02/2026More than 100 beachgoers were rescued after being swept away by strong waves while swimming in Vung Tau Ward, Ho Chi Minh City from February 17 to 21 during the Lunar New Year holiday, or Tet.
Vietnamese American cooks his way home
In-Depth 17:11 22/02/2026In the ancient town of Hoi An in central Vietnam, where the old lanes carry both memory and movement, there is a restaurant chain popular with international visitors, known to many as Mango. It is not the kind of place that tries too hard to stand out, yet it stays with people.
US imports over $50mn worth of Vietnamese tilapia as exporters seize market shift
Economy 16:44 22/02/2026Exporters from Vietnam earned more than US$50 million from tilapia shipments to the United States in 2025, as shifting global supply and high tariffs on rival producers created new opportunities for Vietnamese businesses.
Ho Chi Minh City airport sets 10-year passenger record on 4th day of Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 12:56 21/02/2026Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City handled more than 170,000 passengers on Friday, the fourth day of the Lunar New Year festival, setting a record in over a decade.
Int’l visitors top 51,000 as Vietnam’s Phu Quoc draws strong Lunar New Year arrivals
Travel 19:40 20/02/2026More than 51,000 international visitors traveled to Vietnam’s resort island of Phu Quoc during the ongoing Lunar New Year holiday, accounting for a significant share of the nearly 170,000 arrivals recorded over a five-day period, authorities said.
Da Nang receives nearly 4,200 cruise passengers during Lunar New Year period
Travel 17:06 20/02/2026Vietnam’s central coastal city of Da Nang received nearly 4,200 international cruise passengers during the ongoing Lunar New Year holiday, including more than 1,000 people aboard the Seabourn Encore, which docked on Thursday, authorities said.
Hanoi offers free entry to iconic heritage sites during Lunar New Year
Travel 15:04 20/02/2026The Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison and 14 other historical and scenic sites in Hanoi are offering free admission through February 22, the sixth day of the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.
New standing and a $37.2bn thrust for Vietnam
In-Depth 16:25 22/02/2026The recent working visit of Party General Secretary To Lam to the United States was more than a series of diplomatic engagements between nations sharing an interest in global peace. It marked a pivotal high-level encounter between two comprehensive strategic partners at a decisive historical juncture.
Vietnamese UAV ingenuity lights up the skies
In-Depth 14:00 22/02/2026When historic floods swept through several northern provinces such as Thai Nguyen in early October 2025, cutting off many communes and bringing rescue vehicles to a halt, made-in-Vietnam unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) played a vital role in supporting flood-hit residents.
Vietnam’s Mekong Delta int’l airport still awaits a global air link
In-Depth 16:46 21/02/2026Can Tho International Airport, the first and oldest international airport in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, operated no international flights in 2025.
Property ownership certificates for overseas Vietnamese: 'Our home is in Vietnam!'
In-Depth 09:13 21/02/2026Vietnam's 2025 Land Law opens the door for millions of overseas Vietnamese to be legally recognized as homeowners in their homeland.
Vietnam’s expanding global ties signal rising leadership, partnership opportunities: UN official
In-Depth 10:09 19/02/2026Pauline Tamesis, the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Vietnam, has affirmed that the country’s growing diplomatic network and balanced foreign policy position it as a bridge-builder in an increasingly divided world, while deeper cooperation with the UN will focus on climate action, inclusive development, and the transition toward a high-income, sustainable economy.
Vietnam’s AI breakthrough: New ‘golden land’ in global race
In-Depth 18:30 18/02/2026With a compound annual growth rate forecast to reach nearly 40 percent during the 2025-31 period and ranking sixth worldwide in trust and adoption, Vietnam is rapidly emerging as a new ‘golden land’ in the global artificial intelligence race.
Vietnamese returns home through music
In-Depth 09:19 17/02/2026After years working in the American music industry, Dr. Tran Tuan An returned home carrying little more than a guitar, years of training and a determination to help strengthen Vietnam’s music scene.
The journey back to her roots that leads to Chloé Saï Breil-Dupont’s sweet life in Vietnam
In-Depth 12:30 16/02/2026In mid-September last year, artist Chloé Saï Breil-Dupont held her first solo exhibition in Vietnam as part of the French Institute in Vietnam’s Villa Saigon 2025 artist residency.
Human Chinese chess debuts in Hanoi, draws Tet holiday crowds
Vietnam News 20:12 22/02/2026Chinese chess (xiangqi), a long-standing traditional mind sport, was staged in a human-chess format for the first time at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square in Hanoi, captivating locals and international visitors during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.
Heatwave sweeps southern Vietnam, with temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius
Ho Chi Minh City 16:40 22/02/2026A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across southern Vietnam, with temperatures climbing to as high as 37 degrees Celsius and expected to persist through February 27, according to the southern weather center.
India, Brazil sign mining pact as Modi targets $20 billion trade in five years
World 16:38 22/02/2026NEW DELHI - India moved to deepen trade ties with Brazil on Saturday, signing a pact to expand cooperation in mining and minerals as it seeks to meet rising domestic steel demand and support capacity expansion amid a global race for raw materials.
New standing and a $37.2bn thrust for Vietnam
In-Depth 16:25 22/02/2026The recent working visit of Party General Secretary To Lam to the United States was more than a series of diplomatic engagements between nations sharing an interest in global peace. It marked a pivotal high-level encounter between two comprehensive strategic partners at a decisive historical juncture.
South Korea protests Japanese event over disputed islands
World 15:49 22/02/2026SEOUL - South Korea on Sunday protested a Japanese government event commemorating a cluster of disputed islands between the two countries, calling the move an unjust assertion of sovereignty over its territory.
Foreign tourists visit villages, experience farmwork in Vietnam's Central Highlands
Travel 15:17 22/02/2026In the first days of this lunar year, foreign visitors have been heading to ancient villages, climbing onto rumbling tractors bound for the fields, and cooking simple meals over open fires beneath towering forest canopies in Vietnam’s Central Highlands region.
Vietnamese UAV ingenuity lights up the skies
In-Depth 14:00 22/02/2026When historic floods swept through several northern provinces such as Thai Nguyen in early October 2025, cutting off many communes and bringing rescue vehicles to a halt, made-in-Vietnam unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) played a vital role in supporting flood-hit residents.
Ho Chi Minh City welcomes international visitors with lucky money, calligraphy for Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 13:22 22/02/2026Fifty international tourists staying at properties operated by Saigontourist Group joined a special Lunar New Year (Tet) celebration hosted by the group in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s southern hub, on Saturday, the fifth day of the first lunar month and the eighth day of the nine-day Tet holiday.
AI revolution looms over Berlin film fest
World 12:40 22/02/2026The artificial intelligence revolution sweeping through the entertainment sector was at first glance not evident at this year's Berlin Film Festival, but the potential for widespread changes was still on people's minds.
Dragon Capital chair urges Vietnam to shift from gold hoarding to long-term investing
Economy 12:20 22/02/2026Dominic Scriven, chairman at Dragon Capital, a leading Vietnam-focused asset manager, has called on Vietnam to strengthen its capital markets and move away from the traditional mindset of hoarding gold, as the country faces record foreign sell-offs and mounting pressure to finance mega infrastructure projects.
Man City crank up pressure on Arsenal, Villa and Chelsea drop points
World 12:19 22/02/2026Manchester City are now breathing down the necks of Premier League leaders Arsenal after a hard-fought 2-1 home win over Newcastle United reduced the gap to two points on Saturday.
Human Chinese chess debuts in Hanoi, draws Tet holiday crowds
Vietnam News 20:12 22/02/2026Chinese chess (xiangqi), a long-standing traditional mind sport, was staged in a human-chess format for the first time at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square in Hanoi, captivating locals and international visitors during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.
Traffic police plan outbound lane closures as flows of vehicles head back to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam News 09:46 22/02/2026The Traffic Police Department on Saturday night announced a plan to temporarily close outbound expressway lanes from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday in order to prioritize the surging flow of vehicles returning to the two major cities as the Lunar New Year holiday ends.
Norwegian tourist hands over lost wallet to police in south-central Vietnam
Vietnam News 09:43 22/02/2026A Norwegian visitor came to a police station in Bac Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam to hand over a wallet picked up along Luong Son Pass on Friday, an officer said on Saturday.
Passenger boat carrying 23 sinks after evening collision in northern Vietnam
Vietnam News 22:37 21/02/2026A passenger boat carrying 23 people sank after colliding with a stone-laden ferry on Thac Ba Lake in northern Vietnam on Saturday evening, leaving six people missing, authorities said.
Heatwave sweeps southern Vietnam, with temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius
Ho Chi Minh City 16:40 22/02/2026A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across southern Vietnam, with temperatures climbing to as high as 37 degrees Celsius and expected to persist through February 27, according to the southern weather center.
Ho Chi Minh City welcomes international visitors with lucky money, calligraphy for Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 13:22 22/02/2026Fifty international tourists staying at properties operated by Saigontourist Group joined a special Lunar New Year (Tet) celebration hosted by the group in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s southern hub, on Saturday, the fifth day of the first lunar month and the eighth day of the nine-day Tet holiday.
Ho Chi Minh City airport sets 10-year passenger record on 4th day of Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 12:56 21/02/2026Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City handled more than 170,000 passengers on Friday, the fourth day of the Lunar New Year festival, setting a record in over a decade.
Police investigate death of foreign national at Ho Chi Minh City hotel
Ho Chi Minh City 16:38 20/02/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City are investigating the death of a foreign man found at a hotel in the city’s Hanh Thong Tay Ward, Phap Luat Thanh Pho Ho Chi Minh (Ho Chi Minh City Law) reported on Friday, citing authorities.
Beaches packed, hotels fully booked in Vung Tau on third day of Lunar New Year
Ho Chi Minh City 13:33 20/02/2026Nearly 40,000 visitors flocked to Vung Tau tourist hub in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday (the third day of the 2026 Lunar New Year holiday), with many hotels reporting full occupancy and traffic congestion occurring on several major roads.
