On Da Nang’s Son Tra Peninsula, wild monkeys spoiled by foreign visitors’ love, curiosity
Travel 16:49 13/08/2026International tourists visiting Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, have been captivated by wild monkeys approaching roadsides and parking areas, but the animals’ growing dependence on visitors for food has also led to their aggressive behavior and other problems.
Foreigners get hooked on Vietnamese coffee despite sleepless nights
Expat Life 16:32 13/08/2026Vietnamese coffee is famous for its bold flavor and high caffeine content, thanks to the use of robusta beans, leaving foreign visitors with memorable—and often hilarious—experiences when they take a sip.
Vietnam tourism sector faces annual shortage of 20,000 workers
Vietnam News 14:12 13/08/2026Vietnam’s tourism sector needs about 40,000 new workers each year, but training institutions supply only half that number, speakers at a tourism human resources conference in Can Tho City said on Wednesday.
Drone disruption at Tan Son Nhat Airport: How much did it cost carriers?
Vietnam News 14:52 13/08/2026Thousands of passengers were affected by delays and flight diversions after unauthorized drones disrupted operations at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday, with the incident estimated to have cost airlines up to US$2 million.
Vietnamese coffee races the clock as EU deforestation deadline looms
In-Depth 10:35 07/08/2026As the EU’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) draws closer, Vietnamese coffee exporters are scrambling to map farms, build digital databases, and guarantee supply-chain traceability.
From Robusta powerhouse to value-added coffee: Vietnam's next move
Economy 21:05 06/08/2026Vietnam, the world's largest Robusta producer, is seeking to move up the coffee value chain by expanding exports of processed and specialty coffee, supported by strong global prices that have pushed domestic coffee prices to nearly VND100,000 (US$3.8) per kilogram.
Project launched to elevate Vietnamese robusta coffee's global standing
Economy 15:02 25/07/2026A new project was unveiled on Friday in Lam Dong Province, located in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, to strengthen Vietnam’s robusta coffee brand, aiming to boost quality, value, and global recognition.
Vietnam coffee exporters await official guidance as EUDR deadline nears
Economy 17:25 16/07/2026Vietnamese coffee exporters are stepping up preparations for the European Union's Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), but many say they are still waiting for official guidance as the compliance deadline draws closer.
Why does SE Asia fight for homegrown ASEAN Cup, in face of FIFA-ruled alternative?
In-Depth 14:42 12/08/2026Why is Southeast Asia still obsessed with its 'homegrown' football tournament, the ASEAN Cup, now in its 30th edition, while remaining skeptical of a global giant's intervention like the FIFA ASEAN Cup?
Can a purely homegrown Southeast Asian team ever reach the World Cup?
In-Depth 14:56 11/08/2026To reach the FIFA World Cup, Southeast Asian football must raise both its floor through strong domestic development and its ceiling through global talent and overseas exposure.
Beyond preferential credit: What Vietnam’s SMEs need to thrive
In-Depth 17:43 10/08/2026A VND220 trillion (US$8.4 billion) preferential lending scheme may ease one of the most persistent constraints facing Vietnam’s small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Yet cheaper money alone will not solve the deeper problems preventing smaller firms from scaling.
Vietnam-Australia ties: From connecting experts to solving development challenges
In-Depth 13:19 10/08/2026Vietnamese experts in Australia desire to move beyond building a network of experts toward creating a network for solving problems, starting with Vietnam’s most pressing and specific development needs.
US-Vietnam trade talks: Beyond tariffs lie long-term rules of game
In-Depth 10:58 10/08/2026Recent U.S. tariffs on Vietnamese goods have drawn attention to the percentage rate exporters must pay. Yet the more consequential outcome may emerge from ongoing negotiations over a reciprocal trade agreement, where commitments on data, investment, labor standards and supply chains could have effects that outlast any tariff measure.
Vietnam eyes bigger role in Asia’s air cargo network despite foreign dominance
In-Depth 11:19 09/08/2026Cargo throughput at Vietnam’s airports has reached record highs amid booming exports and rising demand for air freight. Yet foreign airlines still control more than 80 percent of the country’s international air cargo market, raising questions over how far Vietnam can climb the regional logistics value chain as Vietnam Airlines prepares to launch its first dedicated freighter in the third quarter of 2026.
Lost in translation: How Chinese, Korean, and Japanese bosses adapt in Vietnam
In-Depth 21:40 08/08/2026Foreign executives often struggle to lead local teams in Vietnam—not just because of cultural differences, but because of deep-seated economic history.
Vietnamese coffee races the clock as EU deforestation deadline looms
In-Depth 10:35 07/08/2026As the EU’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) draws closer, Vietnamese coffee exporters are scrambling to map farms, build digital databases, and guarantee supply-chain traceability.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Vietnamese doctor saves US passenger mid-flight, 1.1 tons ivory seized, Tourism faces 20,000-worker shortage
Vietnam News 19:00 13/08/2026A Vietnamese doctor saved a U.S. passenger vomiting blood mid-flight. Miss World 2026’s ‘ao dai’ show sparked mixed reactions. Authorities seized 1.1 metric tons of smuggled African ivory. Vietnam’s tourism sector faces an annual shortage of 20,000 workers.
Vietnamese lawmakers urge stronger drone controls after Tan Son Nhat incident affected over 60 flights
Vietnam News 18:41 13/08/2026Vietnamese lawmakers have called for stricter management of unmanned aerial vehicles after unauthorized drones disrupted operations at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday, affecting more than 60 flights.
Unbelievably affordable: What a $1.3 viral meal in central Vietnam actually gets you
Vietnam News 17:48 13/08/2026A budget-friendly meal at a roadside eatery in central Vietnam has taken social media by storm, drawing curious diners eager to see what a feast costing just US$1.3 per serving actually looks like.
3 museums, 1 passport: New way for int’l tourists to explore Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 17:38 13/08/2026A physical ‘Heritage Passport’ linking three museums in Ho Chi Minh City is offering visitors, particularly international travelers, a new way to explore the city’s history, culture and cuisine.
Top Vietnamese leader holds talks with New Zealand Prime Minister
Vietnam News 17:12 13/08/2026General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam held talks with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Auckland on August 13, during which they agreed to further consolidate political trust, expand economic and trade cooperation and make effective use of shared free trade agreements.
Ho Chi Minh City to install giant screens for Vietnam's ASEAN Cup semifinal
Ho Chi Minh City 16:21 13/08/2026Five giant LED screens will be installed along Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street in downtown Ho Chi Minh City for fans to watch and support Vietnam’s national football team in their 2026 ASEAN Cup semifinal against Malaysia.
Google Opens 1st Directly Run Store outside U.S. in Tokyo
World 15:38 13/08/2026Tokyo, Aug. 13 -- U.S. technology giant Google LLC opened its first directly run store outside the United States in Tokyo's Omotesando fashionable district Thursday.
Former Juventus striker explores northern Vietnam
Travel 15:28 13/08/2026Former Juventus striker Alessandro Matri has attracted attention from Vietnamese fans after sharing photos from his family trip to Hanoi and several other popular destinations in northern Vietnam.
18,700 Vietnamese MSMEs to receive AI training
Economy 15:00 13/08/2026A new program launched in Thai Nguyen Province, northern Vietnam on Wednesday is intended to help 18,700 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the country learn and apply artificial intelligence (AI) in daily business operations.
Starlink satellite Internet launches in Vietnam
Vietnam News 14:45 13/08/2026Starlink, SpaceX’s low-Earth-orbit satellite Internet service, has officially launched in Vietnam, offering residential plans starting at VND1.13 million (US$43.4) per month.
Japan testing new tech to prevent heatstroke among elderly
World 14:35 13/08/2026Japan's Environment Ministry has launched a demonstration experiment to help protect elderly people from heatstroke by utilizing artificial intelligence and sensors to encourage them to use air conditioners properly.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Vietnamese doctor saves US passenger mid-flight, 1.1 tons ivory seized, Tourism faces 20,000-worker shortage
Vietnam News 19:00 13/08/2026A Vietnamese doctor saved a U.S. passenger vomiting blood mid-flight. Miss World 2026’s ‘ao dai’ show sparked mixed reactions. Authorities seized 1.1 metric tons of smuggled African ivory. Vietnam’s tourism sector faces an annual shortage of 20,000 workers.
Vietnamese lawmakers urge stronger drone controls after Tan Son Nhat incident affected over 60 flights
Vietnam News 18:41 13/08/2026Vietnamese lawmakers have called for stricter management of unmanned aerial vehicles after unauthorized drones disrupted operations at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday, affecting more than 60 flights.
Unbelievably affordable: What a $1.3 viral meal in central Vietnam actually gets you
Vietnam News 17:48 13/08/2026A budget-friendly meal at a roadside eatery in central Vietnam has taken social media by storm, drawing curious diners eager to see what a feast costing just US$1.3 per serving actually looks like.
Top Vietnamese leader holds talks with New Zealand Prime Minister
Vietnam News 17:12 13/08/2026General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam held talks with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Auckland on August 13, during which they agreed to further consolidate political trust, expand economic and trade cooperation and make effective use of shared free trade agreements.
Starlink satellite Internet launches in Vietnam
Vietnam News 14:45 13/08/2026Starlink, SpaceX’s low-Earth-orbit satellite Internet service, has officially launched in Vietnam, offering residential plans starting at VND1.13 million (US$43.4) per month.
3 museums, 1 passport: New way for int’l tourists to explore Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 17:38 13/08/2026A physical ‘Heritage Passport’ linking three museums in Ho Chi Minh City is offering visitors, particularly international travelers, a new way to explore the city’s history, culture and cuisine.
Ho Chi Minh City to install giant screens for Vietnam's ASEAN Cup semifinal
Ho Chi Minh City 16:21 13/08/2026Five giant LED screens will be installed along Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street in downtown Ho Chi Minh City for fans to watch and support Vietnam’s national football team in their 2026 ASEAN Cup semifinal against Malaysia.
Ho Chi Minh City launches 7th Digital Citizen Station offering free healthcare services
Ho Chi Minh City 13:24 13/08/2026Ho Chi Minh City has opened its seventh Digital Citizen Station in Tan Hung Ward, home to the Phu My Hung urban area, offering residents free access to digital healthcare services as well as other smart public utilities close to home.
Ho Chi Minh City’s FDI inflows surge to $9.8 billion in January-July
Ho Chi Minh City 20:33 12/08/2026Ho Chi Minh City attracted more than US$9.8 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first seven months of 2026, marking a 44.45-percent increase from a year earlier.
Ho Chi Minh City sets sights on universal health insurance coverage by 2030
Ho Chi Minh City 16:10 12/08/2026Ho Chi Minh City has set a target of achieving 96-percent health insurance coverage among its population in 2026, moving toward attaining universal health insurance coverage by 2030.
