What should Ho Chi Minh City sell after 6:00 pm to unlock nighttime economy?
Ho Chi Minh City 19:44 24/03/2026Ho Chi Minh City’s nighttime economy has long been described as a ‘gold mine,’ yet the central question is no longer what stays open after dark, but what the city can actually offer guests after 6:00 pm.
Vietnam airlines plan domestic cuts, raise fuel surcharges as costs climb
Travel 16:35 24/03/2026Vietnamese airlines are planning to cut some domestic flights and raise fuel surcharges on international routes as rising jet fuel prices and supply risks pressure operations, according to carriers and the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV).
High pesticide violations in Vietnamese fruits raise EU export concerns
Vietnam News 17:18 24/03/2026Vietnamese passion fruit has a 32-percent violation rate of European Union (EU) maximum residue limits (MRLs), while dragon fruit shows an 11-percent rate, prompting warnings from the Vietnamese Trade Office in France that both exports could face stricter scrutiny from the EU if producers fail to take corrective action.
Vietnam seeks stronger LNG cooperation with Russia’s Novatek
Economy 17:05 24/03/2026Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a working session in Moscow on Monday with Leonid Viktorovich Mikhelson, chairman of Novatek Group, one of Russia’s leading natural gas producers, to accelerate cooperation on liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects and energy development between the two countries.
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.
Japan to designate more underground shelters
World 18:02 24/03/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government plans to designate more underground facilities as temporary emergency shelters that will protect people in case of armed attacks.
Japan to tap into reserves for fuel subsidies
World 18:02 24/03/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government said Tuesday that it will allocate 800.7 billion yen from its fiscal 2025 reserves to take steps aimed at curbing fuel prices.
Japan govt oks bill for wider drone no-fly zones
World 17:22 24/03/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government Tuesday approved a draft revision to the drone law that calls for expanding no-fly zones to within one kilometer of important facilities.
South Korea's Lee calls for energy saving campaign including shorter showers, car curbs
World 17:14 24/03/2026SEOUL - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday called for a nationwide energy-saving campaign over risks to oil and gas supplies from the Iran conflict, saying public institutions would cut back on their use of passenger cars.
Pakistan ranked most polluted country in 2025, data shows
World 17:03 24/03/2026Pakistan was ranked the world's smoggiest country in 2025, with concentrations of hazardous small particles known as PM2.5 up to 13 times higher than the recommended World Health Organization level, research showed on Tuesday.
The BTS ARMY is coming to a city near you, armed with $5.3 billion in spending power
World 17:02 24/03/2026For Maria Herrera, a utility employee from Vancouver, the trade-off to watch a performance by Kpop supergroup BTS on Saturday in Seoul was simple: Weeks of extra shifts at her job and roughly 5,000 Canadian dollars ($3,644) for a week in Seoul.
Could Kpop supergroup BTS’ world tour screenings reach Vietnam cinemas?
Vietnam News 15:47 24/03/2026Vietnamese cinemas may host live screenings of South Korean boyband BTS’s upcoming ‘Arirang World Tour,’ according to online listings and social media posts that have sparked fan speculation, though no official confirmation has been issued.
Vietnam ministry proposes fines for resale of shared Netflix, Spotify accounts
Vietnam News 15:45 24/03/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has proposed fines of up to VND50 million (US$1,898) for reselling shared accounts of subscription-based digital services such as Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube Premium in breach of providers’ terms, according to a draft decree.
'Perfect Japan' posts spark Gen Z social media backlash
World 15:44 24/03/2026Take an everyday video on any suburban transport network, add anime-style music and a rosy filter, and it's suddenly a scene from the Japanese holiday of your dreams.
Vietnam signs deal with Russia for its first nuclear power plant
Vietnam News 14:48 24/03/2026Vietnam and Russia have signed an intergovernmental agreement to build Vietnam’s first nuclear power plant, alongside several other cooperation deals, during Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s ongoing official visit to the federation.
Ho Chi Minh City police receive 34 Vietnamese deported from US
Ho Chi Minh City 14:45 24/03/2026Ho Chi Minh City police on Monday said they had received 34 Vietnamese nationals deported from the United States for violating local laws.
Could Kpop supergroup BTS’ world tour screenings reach Vietnam cinemas?
Vietnam News 15:47 24/03/2026Vietnamese cinemas may host live screenings of South Korean boyband BTS’s upcoming ‘Arirang World Tour,’ according to online listings and social media posts that have sparked fan speculation, though no official confirmation has been issued.
Vietnam ministry proposes fines for resale of shared Netflix, Spotify accounts
Vietnam News 15:45 24/03/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has proposed fines of up to VND50 million (US$1,898) for reselling shared accounts of subscription-based digital services such as Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube Premium in breach of providers’ terms, according to a draft decree.
Vietnam signs deal with Russia for its first nuclear power plant
Vietnam News 14:48 24/03/2026Vietnam and Russia have signed an intergovernmental agreement to build Vietnam’s first nuclear power plant, alongside several other cooperation deals, during Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s ongoing official visit to the federation.
Vietnam, Russia energy cooperation expansion reflects deeper bilateral ties: experts
Vietnam News 14:38 24/03/2026Vietnam and Russia’s agreement to expand energy cooperation reflects efforts by both sides to deepen ties in a sector seen as a priority, experts told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper following talks in Moscow on Monday.
AI traffic cameras in Hanoi detect over 19,300 violations in 3 months
Vietnam News 10:21 24/03/2026Hanoi’s AI-integrated traffic surveillance camera system detected over 19,300 traffic violations in the three months since its full-scale operation in mid-December last year, the city’s traffic police division announced on Monday.
Ho Chi Minh City police receive 34 Vietnamese deported from US
Ho Chi Minh City 14:45 24/03/2026Ho Chi Minh City police on Monday said they had received 34 Vietnamese nationals deported from the United States for violating local laws.
Ho Chi Minh City’s nighttime economy must move beyond ‘sidewalk drinking culture’
Ho Chi Minh City 22:24 23/03/2026As Ho Chi Minh City expands its development space, its tourism sector needs to accurately identify its strengths and adopt a well-structured strategy, with the nighttime economy as a key growth driver to effectively tap into billion-dollar revenue streams.
Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens marks 162nd anniversary
Ho Chi Minh City 16:30 23/03/2026The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday celebrated its 162nd anniversary, making it one of the eight oldest zoos in the world.
Ho Chi Minh City plans additional 4.5km of bicycle lanes
Ho Chi Minh City 11:01 23/03/2026After nearly three months in operation, the dedicated bicycle lane along Mai Chi Tho Boulevard in Ho Chi Minh City has been met with strong public support, prompting the city to move forward with plans to expand the network by an additional 4.5 kilometers.
Chinese murder suspect apprehended at Ho Chi Minh City airport before fleeing Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City 14:06 22/03/2026The Criminal Police Division under the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Public Security has teamed up with border gate police at Tan Son Nhat International Airport to arrest a Chinese man suspected of murder before he could board a flight out of Vietnam.
