Ho Chi Minh City traditional markets struggle as purchasing power plunges
Ho Chi Minh City 22:43 27/09/2026Traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh City are struggling with a sharp decline in purchasing power, with Pham Van Hai Market alone seeing a 70-percent drop, forcing many traders to close or transfer their stalls and leaving some with unpaid market fees, according to market management agencies.
Heavy rain, high tide flood streets in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 20:42 27/09/2026Heavy rain coinciding with a high tide flooded several streets in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday afternoon, making it difficult for residents to get around during rush hour.
Samsung opens Business Experience Studio in Vietnam
Economy 20:19 27/09/2026Samsung Electronics Vietnam, a subsidiary of South Korea's tech giant Samsung Electronics, has opened its Business Experience Studio (BES) in Hanoi, where business customers can experience and evaluate integrated technology solutions in settings that simulate real-world operating environments.
Vietnamese consumers favor US goods but want lower prices
Economy 20:04 27/09/2026Vietnamese consumers appreciate the quality of U.S. goods, particularly food and agricultural products, but price remains a key factor in their purchasing decisions, according to consumers and businesses at a U.S. agricultural product showcase in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: US financial giants enter as market upgrade takes shape, Ho Chi Minh City sees rise in rabies deaths
Vietnam News 19:00 27/09/2026Vietnam's stock market has officially entered FTSE Russell's secondary emerging-market category, drawing major U.S. financial institutions including Vanguard and BlackRock. Ho Chi Minh City has recorded six rabies deaths since the beginning of 2026, two more than in the same period last year. Vietnamese consumers connect with businesses via Facebook at nearly twice the global average during peak shopping seasons. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: 1st vaccine against hand, foot and mouth disease rolled out, Vietnam climbs 7 places in global tourism development ranking
Vietnam News 19:00 26/09/2026Vietnam rolls out first vaccine against hand, foot and mouth disease. Vietnam climbs 7 places in global tourism development ranking. Only 6% of Vietnam’s payment points offer cross-border QR payments. All in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Vietnamese consumers spend $6 million on mooncakes online, 134 defense companies register for Vietnam expo
Vietnam News 19:00 25/09/2026Vietnamese shoppers spent VND159.3 billion, or $6.1 million, on mooncakes through Shopee and TikTok Shop between August 19 and September 18. As of September 21, 134 organizations from 32 countries had registered for the Vietnam International Defense Expo 2026 in Hanoi. Lien Khuong International Airport has proposed that Singapore's Scoot bring forward its Da Lat-Singapore route to December. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Uneven EU quota impact on steelmakers, Vietnamese partner to take control of Highlands Coffee
Vietnam News 19:00 24/09/2026Vietnamese steelmakers face uneven impact from EU’s new import quotas. SMEs struggle to secure loans despite steady orders, cash flow. Vietnamese partner to take control of Highlands Coffee. Vietnamese PUBG stars handed lifetime bans. All in our podcast.
Future of Vietnam-Singapore ties built on trust, delivery: Consul General Pang Te Cheng
In-Depth 18:30 26/09/2026Over the past five decades, Vietnam and Singapore have built one of the most dynamic, forward-looking strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia, spanning trade, smart infrastructure, and the new frontiers of green and digital transformation.
KRAFTON faces multinational boycott calls after banning 2 Vietnamese PUBG stars
In-Depth 16:16 25/09/2026South Korea-based game publisher KRAFTON is facing growing criticism from PUBG communities in several countries after permanently banning Vietnamese players Himass and TanVuu, with the backlash spreading from Vietnam to China, Thailand and international esports forums.
A meal in the fields: Savoring rice in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
In-Depth 22:34 24/09/2026Why does a simple bowl of rice taste better when eaten beside a rice field? In Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, the answer lies in a generations-old tradition known as 'com cay,' when farmers prepare meals for those working alongside them in the fields.
Cai Rang floating market’s recipe for a better visitor experience: expert
In-Depth 15:31 23/09/2026Recent criticism from visitors has put Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho City, southern Vietnam, under fresh scrutiny, raising questions over how to improve the tourist experience without eroding the cultural character of the market.
What could Apple’s new product cycle mean for Vietnam’s economy?
In-Depth 16:12 22/09/2026Apple’s new product cycle could give Vietnam’s exports a boost while creating opportunities to strengthen domestic manufacturing capacity and help local businesses move deeper into the high-tech supply chain, according to an industry expert.
Why ‘speak up more’ isn’t enough for Vietnamese teams in Western companies?
In-Depth 11:15 22/09/2026“We should speak up more.” I hear this often from Vietnamese professionals working in American, European, and other Western companies. And the interesting thing is: many of them are already trying.
Tesla's Vietnam entity: Commercial distribution or a step toward manufacturing?
In-Depth 15:34 20/09/2026Tesla's establishment of a legal entity in Vietnam marks an organized commercial presence, but questions remain over whether the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker will limit itself to importing and distributing vehicles or develop deeper links with manufacturing in the Southeast Asian country.
A two-way partnership: How Vietnam is shaping global solutions at the United Nations
In-Depth 18:38 18/09/2026As the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly convenes in New York under the theme "Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All", global multilateralism stands at a critical crossroads. Against the backdrop of compounding geopolitical friction, climate vulnerability, and economic headwinds, Viet Nam’s high-level engagement marks a pivotal moment in its relationship with the global body.
‘Doctor’ fined, facility suspended after power drill used to treat musculoskeletal conditions in Vietnam
Vietnam News 19:03 27/09/2026A man from Vietnam who used a power drill to treat people with bone and joint conditions has been ordered to suspend operations after authorities found that his facility lacked the required licenses.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: US financial giants enter as market upgrade takes shape, Ho Chi Minh City sees rise in rabies deaths
Vietnam News 19:00 27/09/2026Vietnam's stock market has officially entered FTSE Russell's secondary emerging-market category, drawing major U.S. financial institutions including Vanguard and BlackRock. Ho Chi Minh City has recorded six rabies deaths since the beginning of 2026, two more than in the same period last year. Vietnamese consumers connect with businesses via Facebook at nearly twice the global average during peak shopping seasons. And more in our podcast.
Heartbreak for Vietnam’s striker Nguyen Xuan Son as injury ends ASEAN Cup campaign
Vietnam News 17:02 27/09/2026Vietnam's naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son has been ruled out of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 after suffering a hamstring tear in the Golden Dragons' opening match of the tournament on Saturday night.
Vietnam has first female doctor honored as Unsung Hero by WIT
Vietnam News 15:56 27/09/2026Dr. Du Thi Ngoc Thu from the organ transplant coordination unit at Cho Ray Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City has been honored with the 2026 Unsung Hero Award by Women in Transplantation (WIT), making her the first Vietnamese recipient of the award.
Removing bottlenecks crucial to offshore wind power development: insiders
Vietnam News 15:35 27/09/2026Vietnam needs a comprehensive policy framework to remove legal and procedural bottlenecks and create conditions for offshore wind power projects to access long-term investment capital, helping to unlock the country’s substantial offshore wind potential, said insiders.
Floods, landslides kill 15 in India, four in Nepal as rivers rise
World 15:17 27/09/2026BHUBANESWAR, India/KATHMANDU - Heavy rain and storms have triggered floods and landslides across parts of India and neighbouring Nepal, killing at least 19 people and leaving 10 workers missing as rivers rose above danger levels, authorities said.
Russian tourists begin winter stays in Vietnam’s Phu Quoc
Travel 14:59 27/09/2026Over 370 tourists from Russia arrived in Phu Quoc Special Zone in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam on Sunday, heralding the start of the 2026-27 winter travel season for the Russian market on the island.
In Vietnam, craftswoman gives fallen leaves new life through intricate handmade fans
Vietnam Life 14:54 27/09/2026From leaves that appear to have reached the end of their life cycle, Vo Thi Nhu Nguyen creates intricate handmade fans, bringing her family's traditional craft closer to audiences in Vietnam and abroad.
US financial giants enter Vietnam as billion-dollar capital flows take shape
Economy 14:01 27/09/2026Vietnam’s stock market has officially entered FTSE Russell’s secondary emerging-market category, while some of the world’s largest U.S. financial institutions, including Vanguard, BlackRock, and JPMorgan Chase, are establishing an increasingly visible presence in the country.
Vietnamese consumers shop via Facebook at nearly twice global average
Economy 13:54 27/09/2026As many as 63 percent of Vietnamese consumers connect with businesses via Facebook and 58 percent via Facebook Messenger during peak shopping seasons, nearly twice the global averages, according to a study by Meta and Ipsos.
Bangkok floods force thousands into shelters
World 13:50 27/09/2026Thousands of Bangkok residents awoke in shelters on Sunday after flooding triggered by days of heavy rain in the Thai capital inundated homes and roads, with some starting to dry out their homes and belongings.
‘Doctor’ fined, facility suspended after power drill used to treat musculoskeletal conditions in Vietnam
Vietnam News 19:03 27/09/2026A man from Vietnam who used a power drill to treat people with bone and joint conditions has been ordered to suspend operations after authorities found that his facility lacked the required licenses.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: US financial giants enter as market upgrade takes shape, Ho Chi Minh City sees rise in rabies deaths
Vietnam News 19:00 27/09/2026Vietnam's stock market has officially entered FTSE Russell's secondary emerging-market category, drawing major U.S. financial institutions including Vanguard and BlackRock. Ho Chi Minh City has recorded six rabies deaths since the beginning of 2026, two more than in the same period last year. Vietnamese consumers connect with businesses via Facebook at nearly twice the global average during peak shopping seasons. And more in our podcast.
Heartbreak for Vietnam’s striker Nguyen Xuan Son as injury ends ASEAN Cup campaign
Vietnam News 17:02 27/09/2026Vietnam's naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son has been ruled out of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 after suffering a hamstring tear in the Golden Dragons' opening match of the tournament on Saturday night.
Vietnam has first female doctor honored as Unsung Hero by WIT
Vietnam News 15:56 27/09/2026Dr. Du Thi Ngoc Thu from the organ transplant coordination unit at Cho Ray Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City has been honored with the 2026 Unsung Hero Award by Women in Transplantation (WIT), making her the first Vietnamese recipient of the award.
Removing bottlenecks crucial to offshore wind power development: insiders
Vietnam News 15:35 27/09/2026Vietnam needs a comprehensive policy framework to remove legal and procedural bottlenecks and create conditions for offshore wind power projects to access long-term investment capital, helping to unlock the country’s substantial offshore wind potential, said insiders.
2 women risk lives on high cliff to take photos in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 09:05 27/09/2026Two women climbed onto a precarious cliff dozens of meters above the ground in Vung Tau Ward, Ho Chi Minh City to take photos, leaving onlookers alarmed by the apparent danger on Saturday.
Plan to cut English from Grade 10 exam triggers pushback in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 23:59 26/09/2026Many teachers and students in Ho Chi Minh City have voiced worries over a draft plan to reduce the Grade 10 entrance exam to only math and literature, eliminating English, saying the change could increase pressure and lead students to neglect English.
Ho Chi Minh City’s medical hotline handles record calls as response times drop below 7 minutes
Ho Chi Minh City 21:17 26/09/2026With medical call volumes hitting all-time highs in Ho Chi Minh City, local emergency services are stepping up response capabilities -- reaching scenes in an average of just 6.9 minutes while expanding satellite coverage across the region.
14 downtown Ho Chi Minh City wards to face water outage this weekend
Ho Chi Minh City 10:24 26/09/2026Fourteen wards in downtown Ho Chi Minh City will experience water outages from 10:00 pm on Saturday to 6:00 am on Sunday as water supply equipment is removed along Vo Thi Sau Street near Cong Truong Dan Chu Roundabout for the Metro Line No. 2 project.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks solutions to shortage of parking, public toilets downtown
Ho Chi Minh City 19:12 25/09/2026Finding a parking space or public toilet remains a challenge in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, where tens of thousands of residents and visitors gather every day, but the 2026 Urban Development Law could give the city new options to address the problem.
