Emergency evacuation ordered in Vietnam’s Lam Dong as heavy flooding risk looms
Vietnam News 17:13 04/12/2025Authorities in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam issued an emergency evacuation order on Thursday for Ham Thang Ward residents, as torrential rain triggered deep flooding and widespread infrastructure damage.
New storm likely to enter East Vietnam Sea this weekend, may impact central region
Vietnam News 16:31 04/12/2025A tropical depression east of the Philippines is forecast to enter the East Vietnam Sea around December 6-7 and could become the 16th storm of the year in the region, potentially affecting central Vietnam, officials said at a press briefing on Thursday.
South Africa seeks fresh momentum in Ho Chi Minh City-Johannesburg ties
Ho Chi Minh City 15:47 04/12/2025South Africa wants to revive cooperation between Ho Chi Minh City and Johannesburg following the elevation of Vietnam-South Africa relations to a strategic partnership, the South African ambassador said during a meeting with city leaders on Wednesday.
Ho Chi Minh City detects return of EV71 as severe hand, foot and mouth cases rise
Ho Chi Minh City 13:45 04/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City has reported the re-emergence of Enterovirus 71 (EV71), a strain linked to severe hand, foot and mouth disease, as infections climbed in November, the city’s health department said on Thursday.
Storm Koto turns southwest, slows toward waters off central Vietnam
Vietnam News 13:03 01/12/2025Storm Koto, after several directional changes in the East Vietnam Sea, shifted southwest on Monday morning toward the waters off Gia Lai and Khanh Hoa, with its intensity expected to weaken gradually, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
People helping people: Free services aid disaster recovery in south-central Vietnam
In-Depth 10:30 29/11/2025In former Phu Yen Province, now part of Dak Lak Province, south-central Vietnam, residents are working to rebuild and recover as they emerge from the recent historic floods, supported by compassionate efforts from people across the Southeast Asian country.
Death toll in south-central Vietnam floods rises to 98
Vietnam News 17:51 26/11/2025The number of people killed in historic floods across south-central Vietnam has risen to 98, while 10 are still missing and economic losses are estimated at VND14.325 trillion (US$545 million), according to a national disaster management report released on Wednesday morning.
South-central Vietnam flood death toll rises to 91, with over $490mn in damage
Vietnam News 15:38 24/11/2025Torrential rains and severe flooding across south-central Vietnam have killed 91 people, left 11 missing, and caused an estimated VND13 trillion (over US$490 million) in economic losses, authorities confirmed early on Monday morning.
Through street photography workshops, visitors explore Hanoi one frame at a time
In-Depth 15:28 04/12/2025Amid the busy rhythm of the Hanoi Old Quarter, street photography workshops have emerged as a new form of cultural tourism that is drawing many international visitors.
What does Ho Chi Minh City need to join the lifestyle economy race?
In-Depth 09:47 04/12/2025In Vietnam, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City, the growth of lifestyle businesses mirrors the demand for diverse, spiritually oriented experiences seen in cities like Seoul, Tokyo, Copenhagen, and Bangkok.
Digital transformation begins with people as Vietnam steps up transition
In-Depth 12:42 30/11/2025Vietnam’s push toward comprehensive digital transformation will depend foremost on the capacity and readiness of its people, experts said at the Autumn Economic Forum held in November 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City.
People helping people: Free services aid disaster recovery in south-central Vietnam
In-Depth 10:30 29/11/2025In former Phu Yen Province, now part of Dak Lak Province, south-central Vietnam, residents are working to rebuild and recover as they emerge from the recent historic floods, supported by compassionate efforts from people across the Southeast Asian country.
Vietnam targets rabies at its source with mandatory dog, cat registration
In-Depth 13:33 28/11/2025Ho Chi Minh City has ordered all dog and cat owners to declare their pets with local authorities in a major bid to control rabies, as Vietnam continues to record dozens of deaths each year despite easy access to vaccines and preventive treatment.
Australia-Vietnam partnership boosts digital access for ethnic minority businesswomen
In-Depth 12:24 26/11/2025In this mountainous commune outside Sa Pa, where H’Mong women are taught from childhood to embroider the perfect wedding dress before they can marry, a task that can take months or even a year, Sung Thi Lan once believed her world would remain limited to the terraced fields and the narrow trekking trail that brought tourists past her shop.
How can central Vietnam reduce flood damage?
In-Depth 09:05 26/11/2025Residents across several central Vietnamese localities have just endured devastating floods that caused heavy losses in lives and property. Many are asking why water levels surged so fiercely this year and what can be done to curb flooding and damage.
Vietnam tightens crackdown on influencer-driven scams
In-Depth 20:55 22/11/2025Vietnam is entering its toughest enforcement phase against influencer-led online sales as police launch a wave of criminal investigations targeting pageant winners, most-followed TikTok creators, and KOL/KOC influencers accused of smuggling, selling fake goods, deceiving customers, and evading taxes on a massive scale.
Classic spirit drives Japanese future car at Japan Mobility Show
World 17:53 04/12/2025TOKYO -- At the Japan Mobility Show 2025, the country's auto industry displayed a tendency to take advantage of the reviving popularity of cars that made Japanese youngsters' hearts race decades ago by incorporating memories of those cars into vehicles of tomorrow.
Japan govt proposes full insurance coverage for child delivery costs
World 17:52 04/12/2025TOKYO -- The Japanese health ministry proposed Thursday that the cost of child delivery be fully covered by public health insurance.
Cutting-edge humanoid robots on display at Tokyo show
World 17:20 04/12/2025TOKYO -- Robots equipped with cutting-edge technologies that perform duties on behalf of humans at workplaces and disaster-hit sites are on display at the 2025 International Robot Exhibition in Tokyo.
Halt on Spanish pork imports overshadows ham supply in Japan
World 17:14 04/12/2025TOKYO -- The suspension of pork imports from Spain due to African swine fever outbreaks in the country has raised concerns about the supply of ham, bacon and other pork products in Japan.
French pianist Dana Ciocarlie to perform in Ho Chi Minh City this weekend
Ho Chi Minh City 16:53 04/12/2025French pianist Dana Ciocarlie, widely recognized on international stages, is set to perform in Ho Chi Minh City on December 6.
Ho Chi Minh City pushes ‘dual transition’ for growth, global integration
Ho Chi Minh City 16:47 04/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating a ‘dual transition’ focused on digital transformation and green economic development as it enters a new phase of expansion and global integration following an administrative merger earlier this year, officials said at the 2025 Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) Global Summit on Wednesday.
‘If you aren’t lying, you aren’t flying.’ Airline pilots hide mental health struggles
World 16:28 04/12/2025Dozens of airline pilots tell Reuters they are reluctant to disclose mental health issues — even minor or treatable ones — because of the risk of grounding and a career‑ending review
Through street photography workshops, visitors explore Hanoi one frame at a time
In-Depth 15:28 04/12/2025Amid the busy rhythm of the Hanoi Old Quarter, street photography workshops have emerged as a new form of cultural tourism that is drawing many international visitors.
Russia urges Vietnam’s Khanh Hoa to prioritize AI cooperation
Vietnam News 15:01 04/12/2025Khanh Hoa Province in south-central Vietnam and Russia should place artificial intelligence (AI) at the center of future cooperation as the coastal locality enters a new phase of development following its recent administrative restructuring, a senior Russian official said on Wednesday.
Fortune names Masan Consumer among SE Asia’s best workplaces in 2025
Economy 15:00 04/12/2025On Tuesday, Fortune released its list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Southeast Asia 2025, recognizing organizations with outstanding workplace environments in the region. Masan Consumer, a Vietnamese fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company, was the only firm from Vietnam included in the list.
Russia urges Vietnam’s Khanh Hoa to prioritize AI cooperation
Vietnam News 15:01 04/12/2025Khanh Hoa Province in south-central Vietnam and Russia should place artificial intelligence (AI) at the center of future cooperation as the coastal locality enters a new phase of development following its recent administrative restructuring, a senior Russian official said on Wednesday.
Hanoi-based HH Linh Dam apartment complex directed not to ban electric vehicle parking
Vietnam News 14:43 04/12/2025The People’s Committee of Hoang Liet Ward in Hanoi has instructed the management board of the HH Linh Dam apartment complex to continue accepting electric vehicles in its basement parking areas, reversing a previously announced plan to halt such services entirely.
Thailand apologizes for failure to play Vietnam, Laos national anthems in SEA Games match
Vietnam News 11:46 04/12/2025Thailand, the host of the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, has apologized to the Olympic committees of Vietnam and Laos after their national anthems were not played before a men’s football match between the two countries on Wednesday.
Tropical depression weakens, heavy rain forecast in parts of central Vietnam
Vietnam News 10:58 04/12/2025A tropical depression from storm Koto, the 15th storm to hit the East Vietnam Sea this year, has downgraded into a low-pressure area over central Vietnam, potentially bringing widespread moderate to heavy rain to the provinces from Quang Tri to Khanh Hoa, the national weather agency said.
French pianist Dana Ciocarlie to perform in Ho Chi Minh City this weekend
Ho Chi Minh City 16:53 04/12/2025French pianist Dana Ciocarlie, widely recognized on international stages, is set to perform in Ho Chi Minh City on December 6.
Ho Chi Minh City pushes ‘dual transition’ for growth, global integration
Ho Chi Minh City 16:47 04/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating a ‘dual transition’ focused on digital transformation and green economic development as it enters a new phase of expansion and global integration following an administrative merger earlier this year, officials said at the 2025 Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) Global Summit on Wednesday.
Christmas decoration sales in Ho Chi Minh City slump after storms, floods
Ho Chi Minh City 13:47 04/12/2025Sales of Christmas decorations in Ho Chi Minh City have fallen sharply this year as recent storms and floods dampened demand, shop owners said.
Ho Chi Minh City plans trial of drones for rescue operations, delivery services
Ho Chi Minh City 15:46 03/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City is preparing to pilot a range of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) services, using drones for rescue operations and delivery services, according to a recent report by the municipal People’s Committee.
Ho Chi Minh City to pilot low emission zones in 2026, with fines up to $15 for non-compliant vehicles
Ho Chi Minh City 15:34 03/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City will begin piloting low emission zones next year and will use camera-based monitoring to track vehicles that fail to meet required emission standards. Fines will eventually top US$15 for violations.
