More Vietnamese students choose Africa for study
Education 16:36 13/07/2026While many Vietnamese students pursue higher education in America, Europe, or Australia, a growing number are choosing African countries such as Egypt and Morocco for language studies, cultural immersion, and scholarship opportunities.
Vietnamese families swap screen time for summer adventures in the wild
Travel 16:13 13/07/2026Instead of spending summer indoors with air conditioning, smartphones, and online games, many Vietnamese families are taking their children to the mountains, forests, streams, rivers, and seas, opting for real-world adventures that encourage exploration, resilience, and family bonding over screen time.
China’s rising shrimp demand opens new opportunities for Vietnam as US market faces uncertainty
Economy 17:12 13/07/2026China continued to expand its shrimp imports during the first months of 2026, creating fresh opportunities for Vietnamese exporters when shipments to the United States remain constrained by trade risks and softer demand.
Vietnam to fully support families of 15 Indian tourists killed in Phu Quoc boat accident
Vietnam News 17:19 13/07/2026Vietnam will provide maximum support to the families of the 15 Indian tourists killed in Saturday's speedboat capsizing in Phu Quoc Special Zone, An Giang Province, southern Vietnam, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang said.
Da Nang launches search for remains of 8 fallen soldiers at wartime cave
Vietnam News 11:28 13/07/2026Authorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam on Sunday launched a military-led operation to search for the remains of eight war martyrs inside the wartime Da Sap Cave in Ha Nha Commune.
49 individual martyrs' remains, 1 communal burial recovered at Ho Chi Minh City park
Ho Chi Minh City 10:33 12/07/2026Twenty individual sets of remains believed to belong to Vietnamese war martyrs, seven sets of accompanying personal artifacts, and one communal burial containing commingled remains were recovered at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday, bringing the total number of recovered remains to 49 individual sets and one communal burial, according to the Ho Chi Minh City High Command's martyrs' remains recovery team.
Dong Nai lays 63 fallen soldiers to rest, including 62 remains repatriated from Cambodia
Vietnam News 15:54 11/07/2026Authorities in Dong Nai City, southern Vietnam, on Saturday held a memorial and burial ceremony for the remains of 63 Vietnamese fallen soldiers who died during wars in Vietnam and Cambodia, reaffirming the city's commitment to continuing the search for those still missing.
Discovery of 29 sets of war martyrs’ remains at Ho Chi Minh City park may be linked to special forces, Long An battalion
Ho Chi Minh City 13:21 11/07/2026Vietnamese authorities believe the remains of 29 fallen soldiers recently uncovered at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City may belong to members of the legendary Biet Dong Sai Gon (special forces) and the first battalion of former Long An Province.
Vietnamese entrepreneurs share lessons from building businesses in France
In-Depth 18:03 12/07/2026A growing number of Vietnamese entrepreneurs are viewing France not only as an export market but also as a destination for investment and business expansion, following the entry into force of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement in 2020 and the elevation of Vietnam-France ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2024.
Why do people keep littering in this canal in Ho Chi Minh City?
In-Depth 13:00 12/07/2026Editor’s note: The following opinion piece is authored by Thuy Chi, a reader of Tuoi Tre (Youth) online newspaper. The piece was originally published in Vietnamese and has been translated into English and edited by Tuoi Tre News for clarity, consistency, and coherence.
How can Vietnam attract high-quality FDI?
In-Depth 15:59 09/07/2026To attract high-quality foreign direct investment (FDI), Vietnam must offer a competitive business environment with predictable costs, reliable infrastructure, skilled talent, and stable policies, not just investment incentives.
Vietnam intensifies search for war martyrs' remains as 500-day campaign gains momentum
In-Depth 13:13 08/07/2026More than 50 years after the war ended, Vietnam is intensifying efforts to recover and identify the remains of fallen soldiers through expanded field searches, ground-penetrating radar, and DNA analysis, offering renewed hope to thousands of families still seeking their loved ones.
Explainer: Why Vietnam’s coffee shops can no longer play background music for free
In-Depth 11:24 07/07/2026Playing background music in cafés and restaurants across Vietnam was long considered a routine part of doing business, with little attention paid to the copyright obligations behind the songs that set the mood. But now, things have changed.
Vietnam strengthens IP protection to improve business climate, drive innovation
In-Depth 18:15 06/07/2026Vietnam is strengthening the protection and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights to safeguard legitimate business interests, foster innovation, and bolster its international credibility as part of broader efforts to create a more transparent and predictable investment and business environment that supports long-term economic growth.
Vietnam targets bigger share of global medical tourism as hospitals expand int'l services
In-Depth 18:55 04/07/2026Vietnam is stepping up efforts to attract more international patients as public and private hospitals expand specialized services and invest in advanced medical technology, aiming to tap into the fast-growing global medical tourism market.
How much are Vietnamese consumers spending on entertainment?
In-Depth 08:34 03/07/2026Vietnam's hottest online conversations are no longer centered on what to eat or wear. Instead, they revolve around whether fans have managed to secure concert tickets, which film is topping the box office, or which newly released video game is generating the biggest buzz, all reflecting consumers' growing appetite for entertainment spending.
Bhutan battles 'existential' population crisis with birth drive
World 17:55 13/07/2026Bhutan is offering families cash incentives to have more children as the country grapples with a nosediving birthrate and a growing exodus of young people seeking opportunities abroad.
Vietnam’s tourism experts push for more products targeting Russian visitors as arrivals surge
Travel 17:26 13/07/2026Vietnam has emerged as a top destination for Russian travelers, with industry experts urging destinations to develop higher-value tourism products to encourage visitors to spend more and extend the economic benefits beyond accommodation.
France sends water bombers to tackle wildfire outside Paris
World 17:11 13/07/2026NOISY-SUR-ECOLE, France - More than 400 French firefighters worked through the night to contain a wildfire in the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris, and authorities sent two waterbombing planes on Monday to tackle the blaze as a heatwave gripped western Europe.
Volkswagen CEO threatens 50,000 more job cuts in memo to staff
World 17:09 13/07/2026BERLIN - Volkswagen could cut around 50,000 additional jobs based on calculations aimed at bringing the carmaker into line with the cost competitiveness of other companies, CEO Oliver Blume told staff in an internal memo seen by Reuters on Monday.
Vietnam’s Khanh Hoa seeks investment to tap into $350bn halal tourism market
Economy 16:26 13/07/2026Khanh Hoa Province in south-central Vietnam is beefing up efforts to attract investment and expand halal-friendly tourism offerings as global demand for halal travel continues to rise, with the market expected to reach US$350 billion by 2030.
Floating market comes alive at dawn at Vietnam estuary
Travel 16:06 13/07/2026Every day before sunrise, the Cua Dai estuary in An Phu Commune, Quang Ngai Province, central Vietnam awakens to the sounds of boat engines, fishermen, and traders calling out to one another. From around 4:00 to 7:00 am, fresh seafood is traded directly on the water, creating a distinctive floating market that has become a unique coastal feature.
2026 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival attracts record 2.72 million visitor stays
Travel 15:49 13/07/2026The 2026 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF), held from May 30 to July 11, attracted more than 2.72 million visitor stays, up nearly 45 percent from the 2025 festival and the highest figure since the event was first held in 2008, the municipal Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism said on Sunday.
Heavy floods submerge roads, vehicles in northern China
World 15:39 13/07/2026Severe flooding in China's northern Hebei province and northeastern Liaoning province submerged roads and swept away cars, while people swam and paddle-boarded along neighbourhood streets, videos on social media showed.
‘Green curtain’ initiative spreading in Japan
World 14:49 13/07/2026TOKYO -- With summer set to start in full, an initiative to grow vines such as bitter melon and morning glory to gain cooling effects without the use of electricity is drawing attention in Japan.
Dangerous humid heat days more than double worldwide: study
World 14:48 13/07/2026NEW YORK -- The average annual number of dangerous humid heat days in locations across the world more than doubled from 10 to 23 over the past 50 years, due chiefly to human-caused climate change, according to a recent analysis by U.S. research institute Climate Central.
Global retail giants gravitate to Da Nang as shopping mall boom gathers pace
Economy 14:30 13/07/2026A wave of major domestic and international retail groups is launching supermarkets and shopping malls in rapid succession in Da Nang City, underscoring the growing appeal of the central Vietnamese city’s consumer market of more than three million people.
Vietnamese medical team races against time to save last Indian tourist injured in Phu Quoc speedboat accident
Vietnam News 14:24 13/07/2026After the speedboat accident in the waters off May Rut Ngoai Islet in Phu Quoc Special Zone, southern An Giang Province on Saturday, the last Indian tourist injured in the incident is receiving intensive care from doctors in the special zone and is being prepared for a referral to Cho Ray Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City for further treatment.
Da Nang launches search for remains of 8 fallen soldiers at wartime cave
Vietnam News 11:28 13/07/2026Authorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam on Sunday launched a military-led operation to search for the remains of eight war martyrs inside the wartime Da Sap Cave in Ha Nha Commune.
Captain detained after 15 Indians killed in Vietnam’s Phu Quoc tourist speedboat tragedy
Vietnam News 18:10 12/07/2026Police in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam confirmed on Sunday they had launched a criminal investigation and detained Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, operator of a speedboat that capsized off Phu Quoc, leaving 15 Indian tourists dead.
Speedboat tours in Vietnam's Phu Quoc suspended after accident kills 15 Indian tourists
Vietnam News 17:43 12/07/2026Speedboat tours to the An Thoi Archipelago off Phu Quoc Island in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam have been temporarily suspended after a speedboat capsized on Saturday, killing 15 Indian tourists.
Vietnam int'l financial center forms advisory board with former German deputy chancellor, ex-US envoy
Ho Chi Minh City 12:59 13/07/2026The Executive Board of the Vietnam International Financial Center Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) on Sunday announced the formation of a 13-member advisory board comprising leading Vietnamese and international experts, including a former German deputy chancellor and a former U.S. ambassador to Vietnam, to provide strategic guidance for the center's development.
Explainer: Why bus riders in Ho Chi Minh City still need to tap ID, bank cards despite free fares
Ho Chi Minh City 11:00 13/07/2026Although Ho Chi Minh City has waived fares on its public bus network, authorities still require passengers to tap their ID cards, bank cards, or other supported devices when boarding in order to record ridership, a city official said.
Vietnam airport operator proposes underground link between Tan Son Nhat's T1 and T3 terminals
Ho Chi Minh City 18:03 12/07/2026The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) is studying a proposal to rebuild T1 Terminal at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and construct an underground connection to the newly opened T3 Terminal to improve passenger transfers.
Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange to delist Bamboo Capital shares due to compliance issues
Ho Chi Minh City 13:53 12/07/2026The Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE) has announced it will delist more than 800 million shares of Bamboo Capital Group JSC (BCG) from July 15 owing to the company’s failure to submit audited financial reports since 2024.
49 individual martyrs' remains, 1 communal burial recovered at Ho Chi Minh City park
Ho Chi Minh City 10:33 12/07/2026Twenty individual sets of remains believed to belong to Vietnamese war martyrs, seven sets of accompanying personal artifacts, and one communal burial containing commingled remains were recovered at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday, bringing the total number of recovered remains to 49 individual sets and one communal burial, according to the Ho Chi Minh City High Command's martyrs' remains recovery team.
