Vietnam to secure over $71mn for forest emissions reduction efforts
Vietnam News 16:43 28/03/2026Vietnam will receive US$71.955 million from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to tackle deforestation and forest degradation, promote sustainable forest management, and improve livelihoods in northern mountainous provinces.
Da Nang to host Quan The Am Festival 2026 with first-ever vegetarian culinary contest
Vietnam Life 16:39 28/03/2026Da Nang City in central Vietnam will host the Quan The Am (Avalokitesvara) Festival 2026 from April 4 to 7, featuring more than 40 cultural activities, including its first large-scale vegetarian cuisine competition and a peace walk expected to draw over 600 international participants.
Vietnam power demand expected to grow strongly
Vietnam News 16:40 28/03/2026Vietnam’s electricity demand is expected to continue growing strongly in the coming years, increasing pressure on the power system and raising the risk of capacity shortages during peak hours, heard a workshop held on Friday.
Vietnam presses ahead with Tri An hydropower expansion despite material, fuel constraints
Vietnam News 16:42 28/03/2026Vietnam is accelerating construction of the Tri An hydropower plant expansion, the largest in the country’s south, despite difficulties in securing construction materials and fuel.
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’s English training market grows over 10% annually: data
Education 13:45 28/03/2026Vietnam’s English language training market has grown at an annual rate of more than 10 percent in recent years, according to industry data, as demand for English skills remains strong among parents.
Vietnam Airlines to suspend Hai Phong–Can Tho route from April 1 on high fuel costs
Travel 13:44 28/03/2026Vietnam Airlines will suspend its Hai Phong–Can Tho route from April 1 due to rising fuel costs that have made the service unprofitable, the Can Tho Department of Construction said on Friday.
K-pop supergroup BTS top UK music charts with comeback album
World 13:39 28/03/2026LONDON -- K-pop stars BTS topped the UK music charts on Friday, with their comeback album and its lead single both going straight to No. 1.
Vietnam opens Ben Dinh port on Ly Son Island to int’l vessels
Economy 13:38 28/03/2026Vietnam has officially opened Ben Dinh port in Ly Son Island Special Zone, south-central Quang Ngai Province, to receive domestic and international vessels, the country’s maritime authority said.
3 hospitalized after puffer fish poisoning in southern Vietnam
Vietnam News 12:54 28/03/2026Three people in Can Tho City, southern Vietnam were hospitalized this week after eating poisonous puffer fish, local doctors said on Friday, warning that dangerous food habits persist in rural communities despite repeated health advisories.
Vietnam targets nationwide switch to E10 biofuel in April
Vietnam News 12:31 28/03/2026The Vietnamese Prime Minister has ordered an accelerated nationwide transition to E10 biofuel to be completed within April, leaving regulators and businesses about 30 days to meet the deadline.
Sony to hike PlayStation 5 prices again as memory chip costs surge
World 11:39 28/03/2026Sony Group is raising global prices of its PlayStation 5 consoles, including a $100 increase in the U.S., marking its second hike in less than a year as the Japanese firm grapples with rising costs of key components such as memory chips.
No injuries in rooftop explosion, fire in downtown Toronto
World 11:23 28/03/2026TORONTO -- A pair of explosions on the roof of a downtown Toronto building prompted an emergency response on Friday but no one was injured, officials said.
Tiger Woods arrested on DUI charge after Florida car crash
World 11:22 28/03/2026Former world number one Tiger Woods was arrested on a charge of driving under the influence after his Land Rover rolled over on a two-lane road near his Jupiter Island home in Florida on Friday afternoon, the Martin County Sheriff's Office said.
Vietnam eyes data center investment boom as capacity ramps up
Economy 11:18 28/03/2026Vietnam is positioning itself to attract billions of dollars in data center investment as demand driven by artificial intelligence and digital services accelerates, although current capacity remains limited, according to property consultancy JLL.
EU tightens checks on Vietnamese farm exports over pesticide residues
Economy 11:18 28/03/2026Vietnamese agricultural exports such as dragon fruit, chili, okra and durian are facing tighter checks at European Union (EU) borders, while passion fruit has yet to be placed under enhanced controls, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.
3 hospitalized after puffer fish poisoning in southern Vietnam
Vietnam News 12:54 28/03/2026Three people in Can Tho City, southern Vietnam were hospitalized this week after eating poisonous puffer fish, local doctors said on Friday, warning that dangerous food habits persist in rural communities despite repeated health advisories.
Vietnam targets nationwide switch to E10 biofuel in April
Vietnam News 12:31 28/03/2026The Vietnamese Prime Minister has ordered an accelerated nationwide transition to E10 biofuel to be completed within April, leaving regulators and businesses about 30 days to meet the deadline.
Inspectors flag misuse, decay of prime state properties in Vietnam’s Da Lat
Vietnam News 11:12 28/03/2026Several state-owned properties in the resort hub of Da Lat in Vietnam’s Lam Dong Province have been left idle, deteriorating or improperly leased despite occupying prime locations, provincial inspectors said on Thursday.
November 24 proposed as paid ‘Vietnam Culture Day’ with free access to public venues
Vietnam News 10:35 28/03/2026Vietnam has proposed designating November 24 as Vietnam Culture Day, a paid public holiday with free entry to state-run cultural and sports facilities, under a draft resolution to be submitted to the National Assembly.
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.
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 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.
