Ho Chi Minh City airport revises priority security lanes: What passengers need to know
Vietnam News 23:10 02/11/2026Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City has reorganized priority security screening lanes across its three terminals, with changes taking effect on Sunday. Here's what passengers need to know.
Ho Chi Minh City police arrest suspect in theft targeting Swiss tourist
Ho Chi Minh City 22:55 02/11/2026Ho Chi Minh City police have arrested a 40-year-old man suspected of stealing money from a Swiss tourist at Bach Dang Wharf Park.
Vietnamese lawmaker urges ban on exploiting adoption to traffic children, harvest tissues or body parts
Vietnam News 23:00 02/11/2026A deputy to Vietnam's law-making National Assembly has proposed adding to the draft revised Law on Adoption a ban on exploiting adoption procedures to recruit, transfer, receive, transport or take away children for the purposes of human trafficking, exploitation or harvesting their tissues or body parts.
Grant Thornton Vietnam founder recalls how kindness made Vietnam home
Vietnam Life 22:08 02/11/2026Kenneth Atkinson, founder and senior board advisor of Grant Thornton Vietnam, recalls how the kindness of local residents helped him feel at home in Vietnam, particularly during his recovery from cancer in the mid-1990s.
Int’l experts highlight key priorities for Vietnam’s high-income ambition
Economy 16:04 30/10/2026International experts have outlined a series of measures Vietnam needs to take to sustain economic growth and improve productivity to become a high-income country.
Ex-Bosch Vietnam CEO maps out path for Ho Chi Minh City to become a high-tech hub
Ho Chi Minh City 20:10 29/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City should support business investment in research and development (R&D), ensure research leads to competitive products, and strengthen international technology cooperation as it seeks to become a high-tech hub, an expert recommended.
Vietnam seeks to turn robotics boom into homegrown technology
Ho Chi Minh City 19:47 29/10/2026A showcase of humanoid and service robots at the 2026 Green Growth Products & Services Exhibition (GRECO 2026) in Ho Chi Minh City, alongside international partnerships in technology development and workforce training, has opened up new opportunities for Vietnamese businesses to move deeper into the robotics and automation industries.
AEF 2026: Vietnam, China step up supply chain cooperation
Economy 18:30 29/10/2026Stronger cooperation in production, logistics and technology is key to enhancing the competitiveness of Vietnamese and Chinese businesses and integrating them more deeply into global supply chains, delegates said at a seminar in Ho Chi Minh City on October 29.
From gourmet meals to private rooms: How cats live like royalty in Vietnam
In-Depth 16:26 01/11/2026From private air-conditioned rooms and gourmet meals to grooming sessions, some cats in Vietnam are living like royalty, with owners spending thousands of U.S. dollars to keep their beloved pets happy and healthy.
Vietnam’s Mekong Delta seeks to create better-paying, stable jobs to stem worker outflow
In-Depth 14:39 30/10/2026The Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam is looking to create more stable, better-paying jobs, attract manufacturing investment and modernize agriculture to prevent workers from leaving their hometowns in search of better opportunities.
Big-name gyms are closing their doors in Vietnam. What's behind the shake-up?
In-Depth 13:55 30/10/2026From California Fitness's sweeping shutdowns to Core Fitness & Yoga's sudden suspension, major gym chains in Vietnam are struggling to stay afloat. With interest in fitness showing little sign of fading, what is going wrong with the gym business?
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.
Vietnam ministry sets deadline for 2027 Tet bonus reports
Economy 23:40 02/11/2026The Vietnamese Ministry of Home Affairs has issued instructions on wages, bonuses, and labor relations at businesses, including the deadline for reporting 2027 Lunar New Year (Tet) bonuses.
Extreme weather threatens Vietnam's Robusta coffee production, underscoring need for climate adaptation
Economy 21:22 02/11/2026Vietnam's Robusta coffee production is facing growing climate risks, with prolonged drought and unusually heavy rainfall threatening yields and bean quality in the country's Central Highlands, prompting calls for climate adaptation measures to help growers cope with increasingly unpredictable weather.
Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 runner-up Bao Ngoc withdraws from MGI All Stars Season 2
Vietnam News 21:00 02/11/2026Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 first runner-up Ngo Bao Ngoc has withdrawn from Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars Season 2, with the Miss Grand Vietnam organizers citing changes in the competition's direction that no longer align with their investment strategy.
Ambassador Wicks pledges to deepen Vietnam-US cooperation in priority areas
Vietnam News 20:25 02/11/2026U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Jennifer Wicks has pledged to strengthen ties between the two countries by further promoting economic cooperation, defense and security collaboration, and war legacy resolution during her tenure, at a meeting with chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City administration Nguyen Van Duoc on Monday.
Singaporean tourist receives emergency medical assistance after falling ill in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay
Vietnam News 19:50 02/11/2026A Singaporean woman who experienced dizziness and difficulty breathing while visiting Ti Top Island in Ha Long Bay, northern Vietnam was given timely first aid by local authorities and medical personnel on Sunday.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Draft organ transplant law tightens restrictions on foreign recipients; fines for failing to register foreign guests
Vietnam News 19:00 02/11/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has proposed dropping a provision allowing foreigners to register on organ transplant waiting lists in the country to prevent organ trafficking. Accommodation establishments that fail to register the temporary residence of foreign nationals may face fines of up to US$194. And more in our podcast.
Motorcyclist killed in crash involving car driven by Russian in Vietnam’s Lam Dong
Vietnam News 18:24 02/11/2026A motorcyclist was killed after his vehicle collided with a car driven by a Russian national on a road in Mui Ne Ward, Lam Dong Province, central Vietnam, last week.
Super-strong El Niño may make winter warmer in northern Vietnam
Vietnam News 17:57 02/11/2026A very strong El Niño is expected to weaken cold air activity this winter, with severe and prolonged cold spells likely to arrive later than usual in northern Vietnam, according to the national weather agency.
Southern Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, could see temperatures reach 36°C this month
Vietnam News 17:09 02/11/2026Southern Vietnam is forecast to experience declining rainfall and localized heat, with temperatures reaching 36 degrees Celsius in some areas in November as the rainy season ends earlier than usual, according to the Southern Regional Hydro-Meteorological Station.
Vietnam’s Dak Lak approves $355mn floating solar power project
Economy 16:20 02/11/2026Dak Lak Province in Vietnam’s Central Highlands has approved a VND9.149-trillion (US$355 million) floating solar power project on Ea Sup Thuong Reservoir, with a designed capacity of 452 megawatts, the provincial administration said on Monday.
Vietnam’s draft organ transplant law tightens restrictions on foreign recipients
Vietnam News 15:39 02/11/2026Vietnam's Ministry of Health has proposed dropping a provision allowing foreigners to register on organ transplant waiting lists in the country to prevent organ trafficking, while tightening eligibility requirements and oversight of organ donations.
Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 runner-up Bao Ngoc withdraws from MGI All Stars Season 2
Vietnam News 21:00 02/11/2026Miss Grand Vietnam 2026 first runner-up Ngo Bao Ngoc has withdrawn from Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars Season 2, with the Miss Grand Vietnam organizers citing changes in the competition's direction that no longer align with their investment strategy.
Ambassador Wicks pledges to deepen Vietnam-US cooperation in priority areas
Vietnam News 20:25 02/11/2026U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Jennifer Wicks has pledged to strengthen ties between the two countries by further promoting economic cooperation, defense and security collaboration, and war legacy resolution during her tenure, at a meeting with chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City administration Nguyen Van Duoc on Monday.
Singaporean tourist receives emergency medical assistance after falling ill in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay
Vietnam News 19:50 02/11/2026A Singaporean woman who experienced dizziness and difficulty breathing while visiting Ti Top Island in Ha Long Bay, northern Vietnam was given timely first aid by local authorities and medical personnel on Sunday.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Draft organ transplant law tightens restrictions on foreign recipients; fines for failing to register foreign guests
Vietnam News 19:00 02/11/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has proposed dropping a provision allowing foreigners to register on organ transplant waiting lists in the country to prevent organ trafficking. Accommodation establishments that fail to register the temporary residence of foreign nationals may face fines of up to US$194. And more in our podcast.
Motorcyclist killed in crash involving car driven by Russian in Vietnam’s Lam Dong
Vietnam News 18:24 02/11/2026A motorcyclist was killed after his vehicle collided with a car driven by a Russian national on a road in Mui Ne Ward, Lam Dong Province, central Vietnam, last week.
US Coast Guard cutter visits Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 22:31 01/11/2026The U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC Bertholf arrived at Saigon Gateway Terminal in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday, commencing a three-day visit aimed at strengthening ties with the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) and the country's maritime law enforcement agencies.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Can Gio enters race for 7 Wonders of Future Cities
Ho Chi Minh City 12:44 01/11/2026The global search for the Seven Wonders of Future Cities is underway, with Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio, located in Ho Chi Minh City, representing Vietnam among the global candidates.
Ho Chi Minh City boosts population quality efforts amid low fertility
Ho Chi Minh City 11:19 01/11/2026Ho Chi Minh City is stepping up efforts to improve population quality as the city is placed among the 13 localities with the lowest fertility rates nationwide, amid rapid urbanization and an ageing population, heard a conference held on Saturday.
Owl with clipped wings dies despite days of rescue efforts in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 07:55 31/10/2026A barn owl with clipped feathers on both wings and bleeding injuries that left it unable to fly has died despite several days of treatment and care by a veterinary clinic and forest rangers in Ho Chi Minh City.
Video: Saigon River pedestrian bridge construction accelerated ahead of planned 2027 Lunar New Year opening
Ho Chi Minh City 21:37 30/10/2026The project investor and contractors of the pedestrian bridge across the Saigon River are accelerating construction to complete the remaining work and put the bridge into operation before the 2027 Lunar New Year.
