2 key pillars expected to help Vietnam tap global capital flows
Economy 15:29 04/11/2026The international financial center (IFC) and digital payment infrastructure are two key pillars that could help Vietnam connect with global capital flows and strengthen its position in the regional financial network.
US anti-dumping duties put Vietnamese shrimp exporters under pressure
Economy 15:24 04/11/2026Vietnamese shrimp exporters have voiced concerns over U.S. anti-dumping duties, warning that the rates could undermine their competitiveness and hurt local shrimp farmers.
90 foreigners charged over $1.94mn fraud scheme in Vietnam
Vietnam News 15:19 04/11/2026Police have charged 90 foreign nationals in connection with an alleged transnational fraud ring that defrauded victims of approximately VND50 billion (US$1.94 million) out of a secluded hotel in Thanh Hoa Province, north-central Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh City to overhaul polluting waste station, double capacity to 360 tonnes a day
Vietnam Life 15:07 04/11/2026Ho Chi Minh City plans to upgrade an overloaded waste transfer station in the city's eastern area, increasing its capacity to 360 tonnes per day and converting it into a modern enclosed facility to curb pollution.
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.
Ho Chi Minh City to build 2 pedestrian overpasses across Ton Duc Thang Street, linking to Saigon River waterfront
Ho Chi Minh City 15:35 04/11/2026Ho Chi Minh City will build two pedestrian overpasses across Ton Duc Thang Street to connect with the Saigon River waterfront, while upgrading Ba Son piers B and C, with the project estimated to cost more than VND88.25 billion (US$3.4 million).
Cruise ship leaves Cambodia after forcing hundreds of passengers off
World 14:54 04/11/2026SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia - After disembarking more than 200 passengers who had paid tens of thousands of dollars to live on board for years, the Villa Vie Odyssey cruise ship departed Cambodia early on Wednesday.
Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeats Texas Governor Abbott in a stunning upset
World 14:49 04/11/2026Three-term Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott lost to Democratic state Representative Gina Hinojosa in a stunning upset that ends the Republican Party's three-decade hold on the governor's office, US media projected on Tuesday.
American patient undergoes successful spinal tumor surgery in Vietnam
Vietnam News 14:18 04/11/2026Doctors at Da Nang Hospital in central Vietnam have successfully performed surgery to remove a spinal tumor from a 165-kilogram American patient.
APEC economies voice high expectations for Vietnam's hosting in 2027
Vietnam News 14:13 04/11/2026Several member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum have expressed high expectations for Vietnam's hosting of APEC 2027, hoping the country will drive greater regional economic integration and cooperation.
More drone detection systems proposed for airports in Vietnam
Vietnam News 14:04 04/11/2026Amid growing concerns over unauthorized drone flights disrupting aviation operations, Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction has proposed the Ministry of Public Security invest in additional equipment to detect and neutralize illegal drones, while strengthening coordination among agencies to deal with violations at airports.
Vietnam posts record $7.31bn trade surplus in October as electronics imports fall
Economy 13:38 04/11/2026Vietnam recorded its largest-ever monthly trade surplus of $7.31 billion in October, more than five times the previous month's figure, as electronics exports hit a record high while imports declined.
Vietnamese girl with ultra-rare premature aging disorder dies
Vietnam News 13:23 04/11/2026A Vietnamese girl known as Gao, who suffered from Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome, an extremely rare genetic disorder that causes children to age prematurely, has died, prompting an outpouring of grief from people who followed her journey online.
Ho Chi Minh City announces 20-year plan to make English second language in schools
Education 12:38 04/11/2026The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has announced a three-phase roadmap for implementing a project to make English a second language in schools, with the goal of gradually expanding English-language education across the city’s education system between 2026 and 2045.
Registered FDI in Vietnam hits 17-year high in January-October
Economy 12:34 04/11/2026Vietnam attracted US$54.85 billion in registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in January-October, soaring 74 percent year on year and the highest level since 2009, according to the National Statistics Office.
Mr Pips, Mr Hunter face life sentences in $62mn investment fraud case in Vietnam
Vietnam News 12:32 04/11/2026Pho Duc Nam, known as Mr Pips, and Le Khac Ngo, known as Mr Hunter, are facing possible life sentences for their roles in a massive online investment fraud scheme that allegedly swindled more than 900 victims out of nearly VND1.6 trillion (US$62 million).
American patient undergoes successful spinal tumor surgery in Vietnam
Vietnam News 14:18 04/11/2026Doctors at Da Nang Hospital in central Vietnam have successfully performed surgery to remove a spinal tumor from a 165-kilogram American patient.
APEC economies voice high expectations for Vietnam's hosting in 2027
Vietnam News 14:13 04/11/2026Several member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum have expressed high expectations for Vietnam's hosting of APEC 2027, hoping the country will drive greater regional economic integration and cooperation.
More drone detection systems proposed for airports in Vietnam
Vietnam News 14:04 04/11/2026Amid growing concerns over unauthorized drone flights disrupting aviation operations, Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction has proposed the Ministry of Public Security invest in additional equipment to detect and neutralize illegal drones, while strengthening coordination among agencies to deal with violations at airports.
Vietnamese girl with ultra-rare premature aging disorder dies
Vietnam News 13:23 04/11/2026A Vietnamese girl known as Gao, who suffered from Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome, an extremely rare genetic disorder that causes children to age prematurely, has died, prompting an outpouring of grief from people who followed her journey online.
Mr Pips, Mr Hunter face life sentences in $62mn investment fraud case in Vietnam
Vietnam News 12:32 04/11/2026Pho Duc Nam, known as Mr Pips, and Le Khac Ngo, known as Mr Hunter, are facing possible life sentences for their roles in a massive online investment fraud scheme that allegedly swindled more than 900 victims out of nearly VND1.6 trillion (US$62 million).
Ho Chi Minh City to build 2 pedestrian overpasses across Ton Duc Thang Street, linking to Saigon River waterfront
Ho Chi Minh City 15:35 04/11/2026Ho Chi Minh City will build two pedestrian overpasses across Ton Duc Thang Street to connect with the Saigon River waterfront, while upgrading Ba Son piers B and C, with the project estimated to cost more than VND88.25 billion (US$3.4 million).
Saigon River pedestrian bridge to feature artistic lighting like world-famous bridges
Ho Chi Minh City 17:49 03/11/2026The Saigon River pedestrian bridge in Ho Chi Minh City will feature an artistic lighting system designed to highlight its architecture and make it a striking nighttime landmark, like several world-famous bridges, with the project scheduled to open on January 30, 2027.
Executive dialogue: Ho Chi Minh City has opportunity to become gateway for global capital
Ho Chi Minh City 14:44 03/11/2026Kenneth Atkinson, founder and senior board advisor of Grant Thornton Vietnam, highlights the city’s strong economic growth and its potential to attract global capital through the development of an international financial center, supported by diversified financial products and a transparent regulatory framework.
Ahead of summit, Fortune Southeast Asia 500 giants hold investment talks with Ho Chi Minh City leaders
Ho Chi Minh City 11:48 03/11/2026Ho Chi Minh City is seeking long-term investment partnerships with major Southeast Asian corporations in strategic infrastructure, high technology, finance, logistics and green energy, as city leaders held direct talks with Fortune executives on Monday to explore opportunities across the city’s new growth spaces.
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.
