Politburo designates November 24 as ‘Vietnam Culture Day,’ a paid public holiday
Vietnam News 19:49 13/01/2026Vietnam's Party General Secretary To Lam has signed Resolution No. 80 of the Politburo on the development of Vietnamese culture, designating November 24 each year as ‘Vietnam Culture Day,’ to be observed as a paid public holiday.
Investigation: Behind glittering wedding halls in Ho Chi Minh City are lapses in food safety, oversight
In-Depth 17:13 13/01/2026Crystal chandeliers, mirror-polished tables, and uniformed staff project an image of luxury at wedding and banquet halls in Ho Chi Minh City. A Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper exposé, however, found a far less glamorous reality behind the polished façade.
ASFRC unveils recommendations on legal framework for digital assets in Vietnam
Economy 16:34 13/01/2026The Asian Financial Services Research Council (ASFRC) on Monday presented its policy recommendations on regulating digital assets in Vietnam at a conference in Ho Chi Minh City.
European firms’ confidence in Vietnam hits 7-year high in Q4 2025
Economy 13:57 13/01/2026The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) has officially released the latest Business Confidence Index (BCI) report for the fourth quarter of 2025, recording its highest level in seven years and marking a decisive shift in European business sentiment.
Phu Quoc Airport ramps up operations as international arrivals soar
Travel 17:07 05/01/2026Phu Quoc International Airport in Phu Quoc Special Zone, an island in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam, is operating at full capacity to handle a record surge of international visitors, with around 80 flights arriving daily as the island cements its status as a top tourist destination in early 2026.
Workers skip New Year break to speed up APEC 2027 projects in Vietnam
Vietnam News 17:31 03/01/2026Thousands of workers have stayed on the job through the New Year holiday to accelerate the construction of major infrastructure projects in Phu Quoc Special Zone, an island destination administered by An Giang Province in southern Vietnam, to serve the 2027 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
Int’l tourists gravitate to Vietnam’s Phu Quoc for day-to-night activities on New Year’s Day
Travel 14:23 02/01/2026Phu Quoc Special Zone, administered by An Giang Province in southern Vietnam, welcomed nearly 7,000 foreign visitors on January 1, 2026, with many enjoying the island’s high-end attractions from daytime sightseeing through night-time entertainment.
Vietnamese conglomerate takes over operations of Phu Quoc int'l airport
Economy 14:02 02/01/2026Leading Vietnamese conglomerate Sun Group officially assumed the management and operation of Phu Quoc International Airport on Thursday, a major shift in the administration of one of southern Vietnam's busiest aviation gateways as the island prepares for large-scale international events, including the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in 2027.
Expanding bicycle lanes in Ho Chi Minh City requires careful planning: experts
In-Depth 14:54 13/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City’s recent launch of a dedicated bicycle lane along Mai Chi Tho Boulevard has drawn significant public attention.
From bike lane to bicycle city: Ho Chi Minh City’s long road ahead
In-Depth 09:14 10/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City has just opened a pilot bicycle-priority lane along a roughly-six-kilometer stretch of Mai Chi Tho Avenue. It is a welcome experiment, but one that also highlights how far the city still has to go.
‘Make in Vietnam’: A strategic choice
In-Depth 16:36 08/01/2026The year 2026 marks a pivotal stage in Vietnam’s transition to a new growth model, one that demands high growth be matched by improvements in quality and competitiveness.
Wildlife rescue efforts sharply grow in Ho Chi Minh City
In-Depth 09:01 06/01/2026In Ho Chi Minh City, public awareness of wildlife protection has continued to improve, with more residents voluntarily handing over wild animals, alongside ongoing efforts by forest rangers to receive, care for, and release them back into their natural habitats.
The new math of work: When quitting changed meaning
In-Depth 14:15 04/01/2026Quitting is not the kind of thing that usually comes with a candle. In the weeks around Christmas 2025, it did.
Expert flags bottlenecks in Ho Chi Minh City’s digital economy
In-Depth 10:12 02/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City should urgently remove two major bottlenecks over hard infrastructure and legal frameworks to unlock the potential of digital economy development.
'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.
Japan to boost aid for games, anime as new pillar of growth
World 17:26 13/01/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government will step up support for the overseas expansion of content industries such as games and anime, while also investing further in related human resources development.
Amphipod species with panda-like coloring discovered in Wakayama
World 17:11 13/01/2026WAKAYAMA -- Two new amphipod species with black-and-white coloring patterns like a giant panda have been found in the town of Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan.
Japan's Saga University to launch cosmetics faculty
World 16:56 13/01/2026SAGA -- Saga University will launch a new faculty in April to study the science of cosmetics comprehensively, the first such faculty by a Japanese national or public university.
Malaysia’s Sabah travel firms eye Vietnamese market
Ho Chi Minh City 16:39 13/01/2026A delegation of 18 travel companies from Malaysia’s Sabah state arrived in Ho Chi Minh City on Monday to explore cooperation opportunities and introduce new tourism products to Vietnamese travelers.
Disaster losses drop in 2025, picture still 'alarming': Munich Re
World 16:30 13/01/2026Natural disaster losses worldwide dropped sharply to $224 billion in 2025, reinsurer Munich Re said Tuesday, but warned of a still “alarming” picture of extreme weather events likely driven by climate change.
Expanding bicycle lanes in Ho Chi Minh City requires careful planning: experts
In-Depth 14:54 13/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City’s recent launch of a dedicated bicycle lane along Mai Chi Tho Boulevard has drawn significant public attention.
Zeekr 009 Grand heads to Vietnam in 2026
Economy 14:08 13/01/2026The Zeekr 009 is scheduled to enter the Vietnamese market in late 2026 through local distributor Tasco Auto, with the flagship Zeekr 009 Grand drawing particular attention.
Vietnam province urges residents to stop using pork products from scandal-plagued well-established food processing firm
Vietnam News 13:47 13/01/2026Authorities in Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam have urged residents to temporarily stop using pork-based products made by Ha Long Canned Food JSC, a long-running company, as investigations continue into a major food safety scandal involving diseased pork used at the firm.
Hanoi street vendor fined after seeking triple price for 'non la' from foreign tourist
Vietnam News 13:35 13/01/2026Police in Hanoi have fined a street vendor for attempting to charge a foreign tourist over three times the intended price, more than US$32, for a ‘non la’ (Vietnamese conical hat) in the city’s Old Quarter, following an incident captured on security camera footage and widely shared on social media.
FIFA social media highlights Vietnam U23 goalkeeper, forward after historic win
Vietnam News 13:19 13/01/2026FIFA’s official World Cup social media account spotlighted Vietnam's under-23 goalkeeper Tran Trung Kien and forward Nguyen Dinh Bac after the Vietnam boys completed a perfect group stage at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup with a 1–0 victory over host nation Saudi Arabia.
Novel concept: China's spellbinding bookstores draw selfie snappers
World 12:38 13/01/2026Towering accordion steps and a fantastical spiral staircase greet visitors to a massive bookstore in northern China's Tianjin, where its striking interior is a bigger draw for selfie snappers than scholars.
Vietnam province urges residents to stop using pork products from scandal-plagued well-established food processing firm
Vietnam News 13:47 13/01/2026Authorities in Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam have urged residents to temporarily stop using pork-based products made by Ha Long Canned Food JSC, a long-running company, as investigations continue into a major food safety scandal involving diseased pork used at the firm.
Hanoi street vendor fined after seeking triple price for 'non la' from foreign tourist
Vietnam News 13:35 13/01/2026Police in Hanoi have fined a street vendor for attempting to charge a foreign tourist over three times the intended price, more than US$32, for a ‘non la’ (Vietnamese conical hat) in the city’s Old Quarter, following an incident captured on security camera footage and widely shared on social media.
FIFA social media highlights Vietnam U23 goalkeeper, forward after historic win
Vietnam News 13:19 13/01/2026FIFA’s official World Cup social media account spotlighted Vietnam's under-23 goalkeeper Tran Trung Kien and forward Nguyen Dinh Bac after the Vietnam boys completed a perfect group stage at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup with a 1–0 victory over host nation Saudi Arabia.
Asian media hail Vietnam U23s’ discipline, rising competitiveness after Saudi win
Vietnam News 11:48 13/01/2026Vietnam’s under-23 team drew praise from Asian football officials and regional media after completing a perfect group stage at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, with commentators highlighting the team’s discipline, tactical maturity, and growing competitiveness at continental level.
Vietnam hosts emergency medical response drill ahead of 14th National Party Congress
Vietnam News 11:13 13/01/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Health on Monday conducted an emergency medical drill to test and finalize healthcare preparedness plans for the 14th National Party Congress, ensuring comprehensive medical coverage for delegates throughout the major political event in Hanoi next week.
Malaysia’s Sabah travel firms eye Vietnamese market
Ho Chi Minh City 16:39 13/01/2026A delegation of 18 travel companies from Malaysia’s Sabah state arrived in Ho Chi Minh City on Monday to explore cooperation opportunities and introduce new tourism products to Vietnamese travelers.
Ho Chi Minh City police charge couple for producing noodles mixed with banned chemicals
Ho Chi Minh City 12:08 13/01/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have detained and launched criminal proceedings against a married couple for allegedly producing and selling large quantities of fresh noodles containing prohibited chemicals, posing serious risks to public health.
Ho Chi Minh City ‘banh mi’ shop fined $570 after 125 customers fall ill
Ho Chi Minh City 11:28 13/01/2026Local authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have imposed an administrative fine of VND15 million (US$570) on the owner of a ‘banh mi’ shop after 125 people reported symptoms consistent with food poisoning following consumption of products from the establishment.
Ho Chi Minh City to break ground on $5.5bn national sports complex in mid-January
Ho Chi Minh City 14:23 12/01/2026The Rach Chiec national sports complex project, which is poised to become a landmark for Ho Chi Minh City, will get off the ground on January 15, with a total capital of over VND145 trillion (US$5.5 billion).
Life goes on as rare cold grips Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 13:27 12/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City has been experiencing unusually cold weather in recent days, with overnight temperatures falling to around 16–17 degrees Celsius, among the lowest recorded in years for Vietnam’s southern commercial hub.
