FTSE Russell confirms Vietnam stock market upgrade
Economy 20:49 08/04/2026FTSE Russell has reaffirmed its plan to upgrade Vietnam’s stock market from frontier to secondary emerging market status, effective September 21, and released a preliminary list of 32 Vietnamese stocks eligible for potential inclusion in the FTSE Global All Cap Index.
Leaders of Laos, China, Cambodia congratulate new Vietnamese PM
Vietnam News 18:30 08/04/2026Prime ministers of Laos, China, and Cambodia have sent congratulatory messages to Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, expressing their readiness to work with the new leader to further strengthen bilateral relations with Vietnam.
56-year-old Vietnamese woman gives birth to healthy twins
Vietnam News 15:58 08/04/2026A 56-year-old woman in Hanoi has safely delivered twin babies at Hanoi Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, marking a rare and high-risk pregnancy, the hospital said on Tuesday.
Vietnam’s Mui Ne named among Booking.com’s top 10 global trending destinations for 2026
Travel 15:52 08/04/2026Vietnam’s coastal resort town of Mui Ne in Lam Dong Province has been named among the world’s top 10 trending destinations for 2026 by Booking.com, the online travel agency said on Wednesday.
Ho Chi Minh City to inspect school meal suppliers this month
Ho Chi Minh City 18:36 08/04/2026The Ho Chi Minh City administration has announced plans to launch inspections of food suppliers and catering services that provide meals to schools, with a view to strengthening food safety compliance.
Diseased pork supplied to schools, preschools in Hanoi, neighboring provinces: police
Vietnam News 14:51 07/04/2026About 300 metric tons of contaminated pork was supplied to kitchens at 26 elementary schools and several private preschools in Hanoi and neighboring provinces, police said on Monday after dismantling a major food safety ring that processed and distributed diseased pigs to markets and institutional kitchens.
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.
Expert calls for balance of growth, heritage in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
In-Depth 15:32 07/04/2026New expressways in southern Vietnam’s Mekong Delta are transforming travel and boosting economic growth, but they also raise concerns about preserving the region’s unique river-based culture and long-standing community connections, according to archaeologist Nguyen Thi Hau.
In Vietnam, protecting children online becomes more urgent than ever: opinion
In-Depth 17:33 06/04/2026With 87 percent of Vietnamese children using the Internet daily for five to seven hours, experts warned that safeguarding them in the digital space has become a pressing issue.
Factory A32 in Da Nang extends fighter jet service life through complex modernization overhaul
In-Depth 08:10 05/04/2026Factory A32 in Da Nang City, central Vietnam is carrying out advanced life-extension and maintenance work on fighter jets, a highly technical process aimed at extending the operational lifespan of the aircraft that have been in service for decades.
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.
Ho Chi Minh City to inspect school meal suppliers this month
Ho Chi Minh City 18:36 08/04/2026The Ho Chi Minh City administration has announced plans to launch inspections of food suppliers and catering services that provide meals to schools, with a view to strengthening food safety compliance.
South Korea’s cultural investment: A strategic approach to global influence
World 18:20 08/04/2026During the first week of April 2026, we gained first-hand insight into South Korea’s strategic investment in its cultural industry, observing its robust promotion of books, the history of writing, and iconic sites like the Dae Jang Geum film set.
3 workers die after scaffolding collapse in Kanagawa
World 17:56 08/04/2026KAWASAKI, KANAGAWA PREF., --Three workers died after scaffolding at the Keihin District of JFE Steel Corp.'s East Japan Works in Kanagawa Prefecture, south of Tokyo, collapsed Tuesday, local authorities have said.
Japan team discovers why cats leave meals unfinished
World 17:56 08/04/2026TOKYO -- Cats leaving their meals unfinished is not only due to the felines being full, but also due to scent, a Japanese team of researchers said Wednesday.
5 more from Philippines-based Japan crime ring arrested
World 17:55 08/04/2026FUKUOKA -- The Fukuoka prefectural police have arrested five more people linked to Philippines-based Japanese crime ring JP Dragon after their transfer to Japan, over suspected scams and thefts.
Artemis and ISS astronauts share celestial call
World 16:37 08/04/2026The Artemis astronauts hurtling back home after circling the Moon have had regular communication with their team on Earth, but on Tuesday they got to chat with colleagues floating elsewhere in space.
Greece expected to announce social media ban for children under 15
World 15:00 08/04/2026Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected on Wednesday to announce a ban on access to social media for children under the age of 15, according to a government briefing.
Vietnam set for $6 billion inflows after securing long-awaited emerging market status
Economy 14:45 08/04/2026Vietnam's stock market regulator expects FTSE Russell's long-awaited confirmation of the country's emerging market status will help draw foreign capital back to a market that has suffered from steady selling this year.
Medical tourism seen as key to keeping Vietnamese patients at home
Travel 14:35 08/04/2026Vietnam is stepping up efforts to develop its medical tourism sector, in a bid not only to attract foreign visitors but also to stem the outflow of domestic patients who spend billions of U.S. dollars each year seeking treatment abroad.
India orders major airports to cut some charges by 25%, in relief to airlines
World 14:30 08/04/2026India's airport tariff regulator has ordered major airports to cut landing and parking charges by 25% for three months for domestic flights, offering relief to the country's airlines that are under financial pressure due to the Iran conflict.
Son Tra Peninsula offers cool summer retreat in central Vietnam
Travel 14:20 08/04/2026The forested Son Tra Peninsula of Da Nang City in central Vietnam is attracting increasing numbers of locals and tourists seeking respite from the summer heat amid its cool air and lush natural scenery.
Vietnam approves planning task envisioning Da Nang population at 6 million by 2050
Vietnam News 14:07 08/04/2026Vietnam has approved a master planning task for Da Nang that envisions the central city’s population reaching about six million by 2050, roughly doubling from current levels, according to a government decision signed by Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha.
Leaders of multiple countries congratulate Vietnam’s Party chief on election as state president
Vietnam News 13:52 08/04/2026Leaders from several countries have sent messages, letters, and telegrams congratulating General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam on his election as state president by the 16th National Assembly on Tuesday, while he continues to serve as Party chief, according to the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Businesses encroach on sidewalks in Da Nang despite enforcement push
Vietnam News 13:46 08/04/2026Authorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam are intensifying efforts to restore order on public sidewalks, but widespread violations persist as many businesses continue to occupy pedestrian space for commercial purposes.
Da Nang to convert idle Han River marina project into public space
Vietnam News 13:07 08/04/2026Da Nang will convert an unused restaurant and marina complex on Bach Dang Street along the Han River into a public space, a city official said on Tuesday, as the project has remained idle for years over legal issues involving its investor.
Central Vietnam swelters under heatwave as mercury nears 42°C
Vietnam News 10:39 08/04/2026Parts of northwestern and central Vietnam recorded extreme heat on Tuesday, with temperatures reaching nearly 42 degrees Celsius, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Ho Chi Minh City to inspect school meal suppliers this month
Ho Chi Minh City 18:36 08/04/2026The Ho Chi Minh City administration has announced plans to launch inspections of food suppliers and catering services that provide meals to schools, with a view to strengthening food safety compliance.
Consortium eyes $1.84bn 99-story financial tower in Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Thiem
Ho Chi Minh City 18:17 07/04/2026A consortium of Sovico Group JSC and HDBank has proposed the development of a 99-story financial tower in Thu Thiem New Urban Area, Ho Chi Minh City, with preliminary investment estimated at US$1.84 billion.
Vingroup proposes $721mn expansion of Rung Sac road to 10 lanes in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 18:40 06/04/2026Vietnam’s Vingroup has proposed a project to upgrade and expand Rung Sac, the only road linking central Ho Chi Minh City with the outlying Can Gio Commune, to up to 10 lanes under a public-private partnership plan worth about VND19 trillion (US$721.4 million).
Seawater at beaches in Ho Chi Minh City turns unusual colors, likely due to microalgal bloom
Ho Chi Minh City 17:22 05/04/2026Nearshore seawater in Vung Tau and Rach Dua Wards in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s southern hub, turned unusual green and purple on Saturday, with a microalgal bloom suspected to be the cause.
Under scorching heat, Ho Chi Minh City’s outdoor workers adapt to survive
Ho Chi Minh City 16:40 05/04/2026As temperatures climb to around 35 degrees Celsius at midday in Ho Chi Minh City, many outdoor workers are adjusting their routines to cope with intense heat that feels even higher on crowded streets radiating from asphalt, vehicles, and concrete buildings.
