Will scrapping IELTS bonus points really hurt English proficiency in Vietnam?
Education 22:00 21/09/2026Concerns that students could lose motivation to learn English after universities scrap IELTS bonus points are understandable, especially as Vietnam is working to make English a second language in schools.
Vietnam’s Can Tho tourism authorities respond after tourist criticizes Cai Rang Floating Market
Travel 23:01 21/09/2026Following a recent complaint from a tourist about service quality at Cai Rang Floating Market, Can Tho’s tourism authorities said they had worked with the relevant operator and called for stronger oversight and corrective measures.
Young Vietnamese step away from screens to reconnect in real life
Vietnam Life 21:50 21/09/2026Amid a busy lifestyle tied to electronic devices, Cao Thi Hue, 35, still practices yoga every day and goes running three to four times a week.
Gen Z puts Vietnam among top four travel picks
Travel 21:59 21/09/2026Vietnam ranks fourth among Gen Z’s most popular travel destinations, amid a growing generational divide in travel preferences that sees younger travelers favoring affordable, less crowded, and trend-driven destinations.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Unusual haze, heavy rain raise illness risk for children; Vietnam joins FTSE Russell emerging market benchmark
Vietnam News 18:58 21/09/2026Unusual haze and heavy rain in Ho Chi Minh City are putting children at greater risk of illness. Vietnamese stocks were added to FTSE Russell's emerging market indexes on Monday. A record-breaking downpour in Vinh, Nghe An Province left the moat surrounding the city's ancient citadel clogged with household waste. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Ho Chi Minh City weighs future of 4,000 aging trees; proposed halt to IELTS bonus points
Vietnam News 19:00 20/09/2026Ho Chi Minh City is debating whether to preserve or replace about 4,000 aging trees following the death of a motorcyclist hit by a falling branch. Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training has proposed removing bonus points for IELTS and other foreign-language certificates from the 2027 university admissions season. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Proposed housing law updates for overseas Vietnamese, local program launched to rival Michelin ratings
Vietnam News 19:00 19/09/2026Vietnam draft housing law clarifies home ownership, land-use rights for overseas Vietnamese. Vietnam Airlines promotes Hanoi autumn tourism. Vietnam launches local program to rival Michelin ratings. Volvo distributor targets EV assembly in Vietnam from 2027. All in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: iPhone 18 launch draws crowds in Vietnam, Vietnam's stock market upgrade celebrated at NYSE
Vietnam News 19:00 18/09/2026Apple's authorized retailers in Vietnam began selling the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max on Friday, drawing record crowds nationwide. Vietnam's national flag was displayed on New York Stock Exchange screens ahead of the country's upgrade from frontier to secondary emerging market status. Vietnamese destinations, including Quy Nhon and Da Nang, continue to feature in Lonely Planet's 2026 travel picks. And more in our podcast.
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.
The enduring appeal of Vietnam’s sidewalk coffee
In-Depth 15:54 18/09/2026A tiny seat on the sidewalk can be much more than a place for coffee; it is where city dwellers meet, catch up, share stories, and take in the bustle of everyday life.
Ho Chi Minh City’s transit-oriented development: More value around transit, but who gets the gains?
In-Depth 20:32 14/09/2026As Ho Chi Minh City expands transit-oriented development (TOD), higher densities and better accessibility could unlock significant land value around transit hubs. The harder question is how to share that value so that affordable housing and public benefits can grow alongside investor returns.
What do soaring global bond yields mean for Vietnam?
In-Depth 13:36 14/09/2026Government bond yields around the world have just reached multi-decade highs. Behind the surge is a more important message: the era of cheap capital may truly be coming to an end.
Vietnam’s next FDI challenge: Making capital generate more capital
In-Depth 10:45 14/09/2026As Vietnam seeks more productive and higher-quality foreign investment, the challenge is no longer simply how much new foreign direct investment (FDI) the country can attract, but how many more dollars of investment an FDI dollar in Vietnam can generate.
BRICS gives Vietnam more tables to engage, negotiate, build economic options: Indian economist
In-Depth 16:41 13/09/2026Vietnam’s participation in BRICS should be judged not by symbolism or the number of meetings it attends, but by whether it creates more options in markets, investment, technology, and supply chains, according to Indian economist Majo George.
Vietnamese football’s enfant terrible: How violence is eclipsing Doan Van Hau’s talent
In-Depth 07:59 13/09/2026Once heralded as the generational prodigy of Vietnamese football, Doan Van Hau, born in 1999, now finds himself cast as the ultimate black sheep -- a player whose soaring potential has been increasingly eclipsed by reckless aggression.
Bentley changes Vietnam distributor to Pon Phu Thai Mobility, customer services maintained
Economy 21:45 21/09/2026Pon Phu Thai Mobility, a joint venture between Dutch company Pon Holdings and Vietnam's Phu Thai Holdings, has officially taken over Bentley Motors' authorized distribution operations in Vietnam from CT-Wearnes Vietnam, affirming that existing customers will continue to receive warranty, after-sales and customer care services.
Vietnam reach Asian Games women's football quarterfinals after draw with Thailand
Vietnam News 21:37 21/09/2026Vietnam advanced to women's football quarterfinals at the 2026 Asian Games after drawing 0-0 with archrivals Thailand in their final Group E match on Monday night.
Malaysia's 'elephant whisperer' fights to save Borneo's endangered giants
World 21:17 21/09/2026Deep in Malaysia's Borneo jungle, wild shouts fill the air as a Bornean elephant is darted and her angry herd rallies to protect her.
Lanterns, masks and mooncakes: Children celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Life 21:04 21/09/2026With Vietnam’s Mid-Autumn Festival just days away, children are joining lantern-making, mask-painting, and other festive activities designed to bring joy, warmth, and lasting memories in Ho Chi Minh City.
Spain coach De la Fuente gets new deal after World Cup success
World 20:55 21/09/2026Spain's World Cup-winning coach Luis de la Fuente is to sign a new contract keeping him in the role until 2032, the Spanish football federation (RFEF) announced on Monday.
Very strong El Nino: How will it affect Vietnam?
Vietnam News 20:54 21/09/2026Vietnam has begun feeling the effects of a very strong El Nino, which is expected to increase the risks of extreme heat, drought, and water shortages in the coming months, particularly during the dry season.
In Ho Chi Minh City, War Remnants Museum lets visitors experience life as war reporter
Travel 20:37 21/09/2026Visitors to Ho Chi Minh City’s War Remnants Museum can now do more than view photographs of Vietnam in wartime: three new exhibition spaces invite them to step into the shoes of the journalists who documented the war from the front lines.
Removing foreigners' right to own individual houses unlikely to greatly affect Vietnam property market: experts
Economy 20:05 21/09/2026The proposed removal of foreigners' right to own individual houses in Vietnam is expected to have little impact on the property market, as the number of such houses owned by foreign organizations and individuals remains small and foreigners would still be allowed to own condominium apartments, according to real estate experts.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Unusual haze, heavy rain raise illness risk for children; Vietnam joins FTSE Russell emerging market benchmark
Vietnam News 18:58 21/09/2026Unusual haze and heavy rain in Ho Chi Minh City are putting children at greater risk of illness. Vietnamese stocks were added to FTSE Russell's emerging market indexes on Monday. A record-breaking downpour in Vinh, Nghe An Province left the moat surrounding the city's ancient citadel clogged with household waste. And more in our podcast.
Humanoid robot sales tally hit 7,000 globally last year
World 18:31 21/09/2026Around 7,000 humanoid robots were sold worldwide last year for industrial and professional service use, figures compiled by the International Federation of Robotics showed.
Historic rain leaves Vietnam’s ancient citadel moat choked with trash
Vietnam News 16:16 21/09/2026A record-breaking downpour in Vinh, Nghe An Province, north-central Vietnam has left the moat surrounding the Vinh ancient citadel clogged with household waste, raising concerns about pollution and public health.
Vietnam reach Asian Games women's football quarterfinals after draw with Thailand
Vietnam News 21:37 21/09/2026Vietnam advanced to women's football quarterfinals at the 2026 Asian Games after drawing 0-0 with archrivals Thailand in their final Group E match on Monday night.
Very strong El Nino: How will it affect Vietnam?
Vietnam News 20:54 21/09/2026Vietnam has begun feeling the effects of a very strong El Nino, which is expected to increase the risks of extreme heat, drought, and water shortages in the coming months, particularly during the dry season.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Unusual haze, heavy rain raise illness risk for children; Vietnam joins FTSE Russell emerging market benchmark
Vietnam News 18:58 21/09/2026Unusual haze and heavy rain in Ho Chi Minh City are putting children at greater risk of illness. Vietnamese stocks were added to FTSE Russell's emerging market indexes on Monday. A record-breaking downpour in Vinh, Nghe An Province left the moat surrounding the city's ancient citadel clogged with household waste. And more in our podcast.
Historic rain leaves Vietnam’s ancient citadel moat choked with trash
Vietnam News 16:16 21/09/2026A record-breaking downpour in Vinh, Nghe An Province, north-central Vietnam has left the moat surrounding the Vinh ancient citadel clogged with household waste, raising concerns about pollution and public health.
Ho Chi Minh City police bust 8 drug rings, arrest 126, including 9 foreigners
Vietnam News 15:43 21/09/2026Ho Chi Minh City police have busted eight drug rings, arresting 126 people, including nine foreigners, in a major crackdown on drug-related offenses, authorities said Monday.
Vietnamese property developer fined $10,770 for failing to report 136 apartment sales to foreign buyers
Ho Chi Minh City 15:48 21/09/2026Vietnamese real estate developer Son Kim Land Corporation has been fined VND280 million (US$10,700) by the Ho Chi Minh City administration for failing to report the sale of 136 apartments at the Gateway Thao Dien project to foreign individuals and organizations.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks approval for 4 Doi canal revamp projects worth $1.9bn
Ho Chi Minh City 15:47 21/09/2026The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has submitted four projects with a total investment of over VND49 trillion (US$1.9 billion) to the municipal People’s Council for consideration and approval to upgrade the southern bank of Doi Canal in Chanh Hung and Binh Dong Wards.
Urban Development Law as a launchpad for Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism: Spreading Vietnam’s soft power
Ho Chi Minh City 15:46 21/09/2026As Ho Chi Minh City expands its transport, commercial, cultural, and waterfront spaces, the new Urban Development Law could help the metropolis turn better urban quality into stronger tourism appeal and deeper connections with international visitors.
Ho Chi Minh City forecast to see heavy rain through Tuesday
Ho Chi Minh City 12:48 21/09/2026Ho Chi Minh City and other southern Vietnam localities will possibly experience heavy rainfall from Monday afternoon through Tuesday night, with localized downpours exceeding 200 millimeters.
Unusual haze, heavy rain in Ho Chi Minh City put children at greater risk of illness
Ho Chi Minh City 12:20 21/09/2026In recent days, Ho Chi Minh City has experienced unusually hazy conditions, even during sunny periods, followed by downpours in the late afternoon and evening, posing an increased risk of various illnesses, particularly among children, according to doctors.
