US ambassador visits disaster-affected families in northern Vietnam
Vietnam News 19:51 13/12/2025U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper on Friday visited families affected by natural disasters in Yen Binh Commune, Lang Son Province, northern Vietnam as part of a U.S.-funded humanitarian assistance program aimed at helping northern Vietnamese communities recover from recent storms and floods.
Hanoi police launch citywide crackdown on sidewalk, road encroachments
Vietnam News 16:47 13/12/2025Hanoi police on Saturday launched a citywide operation to clear sidewalks and roadways of illegal encroachments, deploying officers across all 126 wards and communes to enforce urban order regulations.
Vietnam faces debate over regulating social media use among children under 16
In-Depth 17:04 13/12/2025As Australia moves to bar children under 16 from using major social media platforms including Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube, Vietnam is grappling with how to protect its younger internet users while recognizing the role of online connectivity in modern education and social life.
Hanoi greenlights $67.7bn infrastructure push including sports city designed to qualify for hosting Olympics
Vietnam News 18:19 13/12/2025Hanoi’s leadership on Saturday approved investment plans for an Olympic-standard sports city and a major riverfront boulevard, part of a combined VND1.78 quadrillion (US$67.7 billion) infrastructure program officials said would allow Vietnam’s capital to host major regional and international sporting events, including the Olympic Games.
Vietnam's Khanh Hoa warns of new flood risk, orders evacuations from high-risk areas
Vietnam News 13:22 10/12/2025The administration of Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam has issued an urgent warning about a possible new flood wave on local rivers and streams from Tuesday night to Thursday, calling on authorities to prepare immediate evacuations from areas prone to flooding and landslides.
Severe flooding inundates 3,300 homes, leaves 1 dead in Vietnam's Lam Dong
Vietnam News 13:54 05/12/2025Torrential rain and rapidly rising rivers submerged more than 3,300 homes and left one man dead in Lam Dong Province, central Vietnam after only one day of severe flooding that also triggered landslides and widespread infrastructure damage.
ADB rolls out emergency grants as floods sweep Vietnam, Thailand, Sri Lanka
Vietnam News 13:07 05/12/2025The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has released millions of dollars in emergency grants to countries in Southeast Asia and Sri Lanka hit hardest by recent floods, providing immediate humanitarian relief and support for early recovery and reconstruction efforts.
New storm likely to enter East Vietnam Sea this weekend, may impact central region
Vietnam News 16:31 04/12/2025A tropical depression east of the Philippines is forecast to enter the East Vietnam Sea around December 6-7 and could become the 16th storm of the year in the region, potentially affecting central Vietnam, officials said at a press briefing on Thursday.
Vietnam faces challenge turning tourist number into revenue
In-Depth 15:18 12/12/2025Vietnam’s tourism industry is grappling with a disconnect between soaring visitor arrivals and comparatively low spending, as international travelers eagerly pay for food, tours, and cultural experiences but hesitate to shop.
Vietnamese seniors bring sources of affection as they step into social media spotlight
In-Depth 15:00 12/12/2025Stories of Vietnamese grandparents appearing in viral videos are drawing millions of views, showing that the elderly can be sources of affection and inspiration in the digital age when their presence is shared with respect and care.
Vietnam’s tour operators still struggle despite record inbound arrivals
In-Depth 16:21 10/12/2025Vietnam’s tourism sector has set a historic milestone, welcoming more than 19 million international visitors between January and November, but many travel firms are reporting declining revenues.
Breathing dust: Hanoi’s street workers face health risks amid smog
In-Depth 14:04 09/12/2025As air pollution blankets Vietnam’s capital, many residents have little choice but to brace themselves and work through the smog.
Through street photography workshops, visitors explore Hanoi one frame at a time
In-Depth 15:28 04/12/2025Amid the busy rhythm of the Hanoi Old Quarter, street photography workshops have emerged as a new form of cultural tourism that is drawing many international visitors.
What does Ho Chi Minh City need to join the lifestyle economy race?
In-Depth 09:47 04/12/2025In Vietnam, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City, the growth of lifestyle businesses mirrors the demand for diverse, spiritually oriented experiences seen in cities like Seoul, Tokyo, Copenhagen, and Bangkok.
Digital transformation begins with people as Vietnam steps up transition
In-Depth 12:42 30/11/2025Vietnam’s push toward comprehensive digital transformation will depend foremost on the capacity and readiness of its people, experts said at the Autumn Economic Forum held in November 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City.
People helping people: Free services aid disaster recovery in south-central Vietnam
In-Depth 10:30 29/11/2025In former Phu Yen Province, now part of Dak Lak Province, south-central Vietnam, residents are working to rebuild and recover as they emerge from the recent historic floods, supported by compassionate efforts from people across the Southeast Asian country.
How Vietnam’s young buyers navigate a housing market amid widening income-home price gap
Vietnam News 19:51 13/12/2025Rising property prices in Vietnam are putting home ownership out of reach for many millennials and members of Generation Z, according to a new survey presented at the Vietnam Real Estate Summit (VRES 2025) in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnamese pho celebrated in Europe on Pho Day December 12
Vietnam News 18:21 13/12/2025In celebration of the 2025 European Pho Week, the Embassy of Vietnam in Germany on Friday hosted an exchange and promotional event for Vietnamese pho at Viet Pho Restaurant in Berlin.
Hanoi people urged to limit outdoor activities as air quality remains hazardous despite lighter traffic
Vietnam News 18:16 13/12/2025Air quality in Hanoi remained at hazardous levels on Saturday morning despite reduced traffic and widespread rainfall, prompting authorities to advise residents to limit outdoor exposure.
UK pledges over $24mn to boost Vietnam’s coastal resilience
Vietnam News 15:57 13/12/2025Vietnam and the United Kingdom on Thursday in Hanoi officially launched the Climate and Ocean Adaptation and Sustainable Transition (COAST) program, a five-year initiative aimed at strengthening the resilience of Vietnam’s coastal communities and marine ecosystems in the face of climate change.
Nowhere to pray as logs choke flood-hit Indonesian mosque
World 15:57 13/12/2025Almost two weeks on from devastating floods, Muslim worshippers in Indonesia's Sumatra who gathered at their local mosque on Friday for prayers were blocked from entering by a huge pile of thousands of uprooted trees.
Hanoi family set to receive $15.2mn compensation for downtown square project
Vietnam News 15:02 13/12/2025A family owning a prime property on Dinh Tien Hoang Street overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake in central Hanoi is set to receive VND400 billion (US$15.2 million) in compensation to make way for a new park and square on the eastern side of the iconic lake, an authoritative source told Tuoi Tre (Youth) on Saturday.
Surging demand pushes pho stalls to full capacity during Pho Day 2025
Ho Chi Minh City 14:05 13/12/2025As noon approaches, booths at Pho Day 2025 have become increasingly busy, with diners lining up one after another, pushing pho stalls to full capacity.
Ice-cream spin-off turns up heat on Unilever to deliver on growth, margins
World 13:55 13/12/2025LONDON -- With The Magnum Ice Cream Company's shift towards beauty and wellbeing can fire up growth and margins.
More SEA Games athletes complain of limited meals, Vietnam among them
Vietnam News 13:43 13/12/2025Vietnam’s clay shooting team has raised concerns over inadequate meals at the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Thailand, adding to complaints from several delegations about food quality and nutrition during the regional sporting event.
Vietnam’s biggest pho event kicks off today in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 13:43 13/12/2025Pho Day 2025 officially opened this morning in Ho Chi Minh City and is expected to welcome about 100,000 visitors, with the participation of nearly 30 pho brands from across Vietnam.
Lagos' first Street Art festival celebrates the city's vibrancy
World 13:31 13/12/2025LAGOS, Nigeria -- Lagos' bustling streets have become a canvas for bold murals and vibrant graffiti as the city hosts its first Street Art Festival.
How Vietnam’s young buyers navigate a housing market amid widening income-home price gap
Vietnam News 19:51 13/12/2025Rising property prices in Vietnam are putting home ownership out of reach for many millennials and members of Generation Z, according to a new survey presented at the Vietnam Real Estate Summit (VRES 2025) in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnamese pho celebrated in Europe on Pho Day December 12
Vietnam News 18:21 13/12/2025In celebration of the 2025 European Pho Week, the Embassy of Vietnam in Germany on Friday hosted an exchange and promotional event for Vietnamese pho at Viet Pho Restaurant in Berlin.
Hanoi people urged to limit outdoor activities as air quality remains hazardous despite lighter traffic
Vietnam News 18:16 13/12/2025Air quality in Hanoi remained at hazardous levels on Saturday morning despite reduced traffic and widespread rainfall, prompting authorities to advise residents to limit outdoor exposure.
UK pledges over $24mn to boost Vietnam’s coastal resilience
Vietnam News 15:57 13/12/2025Vietnam and the United Kingdom on Thursday in Hanoi officially launched the Climate and Ocean Adaptation and Sustainable Transition (COAST) program, a five-year initiative aimed at strengthening the resilience of Vietnam’s coastal communities and marine ecosystems in the face of climate change.
Hanoi family set to receive $15.2mn compensation for downtown square project
Vietnam News 15:02 13/12/2025A family owning a prime property on Dinh Tien Hoang Street overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake in central Hanoi is set to receive VND400 billion (US$15.2 million) in compensation to make way for a new park and square on the eastern side of the iconic lake, an authoritative source told Tuoi Tre (Youth) on Saturday.
Surging demand pushes pho stalls to full capacity during Pho Day 2025
Ho Chi Minh City 14:05 13/12/2025As noon approaches, booths at Pho Day 2025 have become increasingly busy, with diners lining up one after another, pushing pho stalls to full capacity.
Vietnam’s biggest pho event kicks off today in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 13:43 13/12/2025Pho Day 2025 officially opened this morning in Ho Chi Minh City and is expected to welcome about 100,000 visitors, with the participation of nearly 30 pho brands from across Vietnam.
Japanese businesses urge Ho Chi Minh City to further improve immigration processing at city airport
Ho Chi Minh City 10:58 13/12/2025Japanese businesses have called on Ho Chi Minh City to continue improving immigration procedures at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, saying waiting times remain long despite recent upgrades, according to remarks made at a business dialogue held on Friday in the city.
Ho Chi Minh City police launch major crime crackdown ahead of Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 10:54 13/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City police on Friday launched a citywide crime prevention and suppression campaign aimed at ensuring public security and order ahead of Tet 2026, or the Vietnamese Lunar New Year holiday, and major national political events.
Authorities seize 75 iguanas kept without permits in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 10:22 13/12/2025Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City seized 75 South American iguanas being kept without legal documentation at a private residence in Nha Be Commune on Friday.
