Vietnam’s rapid, sustainable growth to reinforce strategic autonomy: PM Le Minh Hung
Ho Chi Minh City 14:46 28/10/2026Vietnam is seeking to build greater autonomy and self-reliance on the strength of its domestic economy while encouraging international partners to move beyond investment toward deeper development cooperation, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung said on Wednesday.
APEC 2027 convention center takes shape on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island
Vietnam News 12:11 28/10/2026The APEC 2027 Convention Center and a multipurpose performance venue are rapidly taking shape on Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam’s An Giang Province, as construction crews race to complete key facilities ahead of the summit next year.
WHO urges caution over organ donation by children under 18 in Vietnam
Vietnam News 11:50 28/10/2026The World Health Organization has urged Vietnam to adopt strict safeguards for organ and tissue donation by children under 18, balancing opportunities to save lives with the need to protect minors from coercion and health risks.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks UK support for 532km metro network
Ho Chi Minh City 12:07 28/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City chairman Nguyen Van Duoc has called for stronger cooperation with the United Kingdom in urban railway development as the city plans to develop a 532-kilometer metro network, with implementation targeted for completion by 2035.
First 10 firms join Vietnam financial center with nearly $3 billion in planned investment
Ho Chi Minh City 15:11 28/10/2026The Vietnam International Financial Center in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) has announced its first 10 official members, with the businesses and organizations planning to mobilize and invest a combined US$2.7 billion by 2027 in projects spanning finance, infrastructure, energy, and technology.
Global cooperation key to Ho Chi Minh City’s growth ambitions: international experts
Ho Chi Minh City 10:52 28/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City should make the most of its existing international relationships and elevate them to new heights to establish itself as a global growth hub, international representatives told Tuoi Tre (Youth) online newspaper on the sidelines of the ongoing Autumn Economic Forum 2026.
Autumn Economic Forum 2026 promotes green logistics and advanced manufacturing
Ho Chi Minh City 21:45 27/10/2026Experts and businesses attending the 2026 Autumn Economic Forum in Ho Chi Minh City on October 27 emphasised enhancing data connectivity, fostering technological innovation, and strengthening public-private partnerships to promote green logistics and advanced manufacturing in Vietnam. This includes efforts toward building a sustainable green logistics ecosystem.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks new growth model for AI era
Ho Chi Minh City 20:58 27/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City is seeking a new growth model built on technology, human capital, and international cooperation as artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy, experts and officials said at the on-going 2026 Autumn Economic Forum on Tuesday.
Can Vietnam turn its coffee culture into a nightlife magnet?
In-Depth 15:34 27/10/2026From Paris and Rome to Dubai, coffee shops are an integral part of urban nightlife, keeping cities alive after sunset. Vietnam boasts one of the world’s most diverse coffee cultures, yet its potential to fuel a more vibrant nightlife remains largely untapped. Da Lat could hold the key to unlocking that potential.
Beyond a ticket to Miss Universe: What makes a beauty pageant meaningful?
In-Depth 16:35 26/10/2026Winning a national beauty crown is often seen as a ticket to the international stage. But beyond the chance to compete for a global title, what makes a beauty pageant truly worthwhile for its contestants and society?
Ever had a burn-like rash appear overnight? These rove beetles in Vietnam may be to blame
In-Depth 14:54 20/10/2026Have you ever woken up in Vietnam with a red, burning rash that looks like a skin burn? Rove beetles could be the culprit, and knowing how to handle them can help prevent painful skin reactions.
Vietnamese businesses seek to break 'screw-making curse,' join global supply chains
In-Depth 14:38 20/10/2026Vietnam's supporting industries have long been associated with the perception that local manufacturers can produce only screws.
Down 10kg of food in 30 minutes or pay: Vietnamese doctor warns against turning eating into a dangerous game
In-Depth 09:17 20/10/2026A giant spring roll-eating challenge with a prize for finishing within 30 minutes in Ho Chi Minh City has sparked debate on social media, as a doctor warns that consuming large amounts of food in a short time can pose serious health risks.
How can Vietnam stop $4bn in agricultural losses from vanishing on way to market?
In-Depth 16:06 18/10/2026Vietnam’s agricultural exports continue to set new records year after year, yet post-harvest losses remain a persistent challenge, costing the country an estimated US$3.5-4.1 billion annually.
How can Vietnam race to become rich before it grows old: expert
In-Depth 12:49 14/10/2026Experts from RMIT University Vietnam warn that Vietnam and other ASEAN countries are aging so rapidly that they risk 'getting old before getting rich.'
Expert on what has happened to Ho Chi Minh City’s tidal flooding over past decade
In-Depth 20:19 13/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City’s high tides have risen over the past decade, with peak levels repeatedly breaking records year after year. What is driving increasingly severe tidal flooding?
Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo units showing screen problems
World 15:22 28/10/2026Days after launching its first folding iPhone, Apple acknowledged on Monday that some of the devices exhibit display problems and said it will replace them.
Runners swap streets for shopping malls as haze chokes Singapore
World 15:22 28/10/2026The pounding of running shoes echoes through a Singapore shopping mall as fitness enthusiasts desperate to exercise take refuge from choking haze.
First 10 firms join Vietnam financial center with nearly $3 billion in planned investment
Ho Chi Minh City 15:11 28/10/2026The Vietnam International Financial Center in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) has announced its first 10 official members, with the businesses and organizations planning to mobilize and invest a combined US$2.7 billion by 2027 in projects spanning finance, infrastructure, energy, and technology.
Hanoi proposes $860mn plan to redevelop Hoan Kiem Lake area
Vietnam News 15:07 28/10/2026Hanoi has proposed investing VND22.229 trillion (US$860 million) to renovate and redevelop Hoan Kiem Lake and its surrounding area, including land clearance, a four-level underground shopping center, and landscape improvements, with completion targeted for 2029.
Vietnamese university students win top prize at innovation competition in Singapore
Education 14:50 28/10/2026A team of students from Foreign Trade University’s Ho Chi Minh City branch has won first prize at the Student Innovation Showcase 2026 with a smart food-wrapping film made from lotus by-products, beating nearly 300 projects submitted by universities worldwide.
US ambassador visits Vietnam Maritime University for academic cooperation
Vietnam News 14:30 28/10/2026U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Jennifer Wicks visited Vietnam Maritime University in Hai Phong City on Tuesday to discuss cooperation in maritime education and workforce development.
Foreigner dies aboard train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Vietnam News 14:22 28/10/2026A 58-year-old Chinese tourist died after reportedly suffering a suspected cardiac arrest aboard train SE48 traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang, a popular attraction of the south-central province of Khanh Hoa, in the wee hours of Wednesday.
From the F1 race track to smart lighting opportunities in Vietnam
Economy 11:55 28/10/2026From lighting systems at F1 race tracks to smart home solutions, Signify showcases applications of lighting technology and assesses its development potential in Vietnam.
Vietnam weighs electricity price cut, 0% special consumption tax on gasoline from November 1
Vietnam News 10:55 28/10/2026Vietnam is considering cutting electricity prices and reducing the special consumption tax on gasoline to zero for five months, from November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, in a move aimed at easing costs for households and businesses.
Global cooperation key to Ho Chi Minh City’s growth ambitions: international experts
Ho Chi Minh City 10:52 28/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City should make the most of its existing international relationships and elevate them to new heights to establish itself as a global growth hub, international representatives told Tuoi Tre (Youth) online newspaper on the sidelines of the ongoing Autumn Economic Forum 2026.
Ho Chi Minh City steps up water storage as El Niño raises fears of 2027 shortages
Ho Chi Minh City 10:14 28/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City has ordered authorities to step up water storage and prepare contingency plans for rotational water supply as El Niño raises concerns over potential shortages in 2027.
Hanoi proposes $860mn plan to redevelop Hoan Kiem Lake area
Vietnam News 15:07 28/10/2026Hanoi has proposed investing VND22.229 trillion (US$860 million) to renovate and redevelop Hoan Kiem Lake and its surrounding area, including land clearance, a four-level underground shopping center, and landscape improvements, with completion targeted for 2029.
US ambassador visits Vietnam Maritime University for academic cooperation
Vietnam News 14:30 28/10/2026U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Jennifer Wicks visited Vietnam Maritime University in Hai Phong City on Tuesday to discuss cooperation in maritime education and workforce development.
Foreigner dies aboard train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Vietnam News 14:22 28/10/2026A 58-year-old Chinese tourist died after reportedly suffering a suspected cardiac arrest aboard train SE48 traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang, a popular attraction of the south-central province of Khanh Hoa, in the wee hours of Wednesday.
Vietnam weighs electricity price cut, 0% special consumption tax on gasoline from November 1
Vietnam News 10:55 28/10/2026Vietnam is considering cutting electricity prices and reducing the special consumption tax on gasoline to zero for five months, from November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, in a move aimed at easing costs for households and businesses.
Vietnam Morning Monitor: Da Nang announces events in Hoi An through Tet, BigBang concert generates $29mn in tourism revenue
Vietnam News 07:30 28/10/2026Vietnamese representative joins 48 contestants in The Miss Globe 2026 pageant. Vietnamese university students win top prize at innovation contest in Singapore. BigBang concert generates US$29 million in tourism revenue for Hanoi. And there’s more in your morning news round-up.
First 10 firms join Vietnam financial center with nearly $3 billion in planned investment
Ho Chi Minh City 15:11 28/10/2026The Vietnam International Financial Center in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) has announced its first 10 official members, with the businesses and organizations planning to mobilize and invest a combined US$2.7 billion by 2027 in projects spanning finance, infrastructure, energy, and technology.
Global cooperation key to Ho Chi Minh City’s growth ambitions: international experts
Ho Chi Minh City 10:52 28/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City should make the most of its existing international relationships and elevate them to new heights to establish itself as a global growth hub, international representatives told Tuoi Tre (Youth) online newspaper on the sidelines of the ongoing Autumn Economic Forum 2026.
Ho Chi Minh City steps up water storage as El Niño raises fears of 2027 shortages
Ho Chi Minh City 10:14 28/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City has ordered authorities to step up water storage and prepare contingency plans for rotational water supply as El Niño raises concerns over potential shortages in 2027.
Autumn Economic Forum 2026 promotes green logistics and advanced manufacturing
Ho Chi Minh City 21:45 27/10/2026Experts and businesses attending the 2026 Autumn Economic Forum in Ho Chi Minh City on October 27 emphasised enhancing data connectivity, fostering technological innovation, and strengthening public-private partnerships to promote green logistics and advanced manufacturing in Vietnam. This includes efforts toward building a sustainable green logistics ecosystem.
4 eatery owners arrested for buying over 10 tonnes of meat from stolen dogs in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City 21:38 27/10/2026Four dog meat eatery owners have been arrested for allegedly buying more than 10 tonnes of meat from a dog theft ring in Vietnam, as Ho Chi Minh City police step up their crackdown on pet theft networks and those who profit from stolen animals.
