State Bank of Vietnam threatens to curb credit growth if banks fail to lower interest
Economy 22:54 21/10/2026The State Bank of Vietnam has ordered banks to cut deposit and lending interest rates, warning that non-compliant lenders could face reductions in their credit growth targets.
Trucker fined for honking to urge vehicle ahead to give way in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 23:01 21/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City traffic police on Wednesday took action against a truck driver following public complaints about his road behavior, including repeatedly honking his horn and installing extra front lights.
Vietnam’s longest sea-crossing bridge features piles more than 100 meters deep
Economy 20:33 21/10/2026An 18.5-kilometer bridge connecting the mainland to Hon Khoai Island in Ca Mau Province, southern Vietnam, set to become the country’s longest sea-crossing bridge, is being built with bored piles extending more than 100 meters beneath the seabed.
Andrea Bocelli to perform in Da Lat for first time, concert limited to invitees
Vietnam News 22:29 21/10/2026Lam Dong Province's Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism confirmed on Tuesday that Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will perform in Vietnam for the first time at the Vietnam Jazz Heritage Festival 2026 in Da Lat, a famed tourist destination in the country's Central Highlands.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Miss Universe 2026 spot remains uncertain, tax exemption for innovative startups
Vietnam News 18:58 21/10/2026Vietnam ranked fourth on Lonely Planet’s list of 15 destinations leading autumn travel trends in 2026, behind only Japan, Italy and Thailand. Miss Universe 2026 is set to feature up to 120 contestants, but Vietnam’s spot remains uncertain. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Doctor warns against giant food-eating challenges, local businesses seek to join global supply chains
Vietnam News 19:00 20/10/2026A giant spring roll-eating challenge at a restaurant in downtown Ho Chi Minh City has sparked debate on social media, as a doctor warns of serious health risks. Vingroup held a conference in Hanoi on October 16 on developing its network of local suppliers. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: School cluster of meningococcal cases in Ho Chi Minh City under control, airlines expand international routes
Vietnam News 19:00 19/10/2026A cluster of four meningococcal cases at a Ho Chi Minh City middle school has been brought under control, with classes continuing as usual and three infected students in stable condition. A barge carrying the 3,400-metric-ton steel arch of a pedestrian bridge over the Saigon River arrived in downtown Ho Chi Minh City on Monday. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Foreign workers entitled to additional salary payment, 42 foreigners fined over immigration violations
Vietnam News 19:00 18/10/2026Foreign workers entitled to additional 1% salary payment. Two Vietnamese train journeys rank among world's 20 best in 2026. Six women fined for posing for photos on dangerous bend on Hai Van pass. Forty-two foreigners fined over immigration violations. All in our podcast.
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?
Why are Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines so obsessed with beauty pageants?
In-Depth 11:01 13/10/2026From packed arenas and fiercely loyal fan communities to viral social media battles and national celebrations, beauty pageants have become a cultural phenomenon in Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines. But what fuels this extraordinary passion for crowns and contestants across Southeast Asia?
Vietnam to tighten controls on low-cost imported meat nearing expiry
In-Depth 09:35 10/10/2026Vietnam will step up controls on imported meat to address concerns over quality, origin and suspicions that discarded or near-expiry products are entering the market at low prices, an official from the Department of Livestock Production and Animal Health has responded.
Beloved lion Mimi dies after 16 years at Saigon Zoo
Ho Chi Minh City 22:24 21/10/2026Mimi, the last lion at Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Ho Chi Minh City, has died of age-related health problems after spending 16 years at the facility, ending a chapter that many citizens associate with childhood memories and family visits to the historic zoo.
Vietnam moves to standardise digital economy measurement
Economy 22:01 21/10/2026The digital economy is a strategic priority for Vietnam, which aims to raise its share of GDP to at least 30% by 2030, in line with the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science and technology, innovation and national digital transformation.
Vietnam ministry proposes scrapping alcohol business licenses, shifting to digital monitoring, post-inspections
Vietnam News 21:40 21/10/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has suggested scrapping alcohol business licensing requirements in a draft decree replacing existing regulations, shifting the focus from pre-licensing checks to direct inspections guided by digitalized data, with tighter controls on product traceability and food safety.
Top Vietnamese leader concludes state visit to Denmark
Vietnam News 21:37 21/10/2026The leaders agreed to adopt a Joint Statement on the establishment of the Vietnam-Denmark Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, opening a new chapter in bilateral relations and creating a new political framework and fresh momentum for deeper, more substantive cooperation for the long-term benefit of the two peoples, as well as for peace, stability, cooperation, and sustainable development in their respective regions and the wider world.
Da Nang eyes low-altitude economy to drive new growth
Economy 21:29 21/10/2026Authorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam are proposing a pilot scheme to develop its low-altitude economy, aiming to create new growth drivers by leveraging its geographical advantages, infrastructure, and technological capabilities.
84 suspects charged in transnational scam ring in Vietnam
Vietnam News 20:02 21/10/2026Police in Thanh Hoa Province, north-central Vietnam on Wednesday initiated criminal proceedings against 84 suspects in a transnational scam case involving the alleged use of computer networks, telecommunications networks, and electronic devices to appropriate property, as well as organizing illegal entry into or stays in Vietnam.
Vietnam wins first gold medal at Asian Para Games in Japan
Vietnam News 19:20 21/10/2026Vietnam won its first gold medal at the fifth Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan on Wednesday, with swimmer Do Thanh Hai taking first place in the men's 100-meter breaststroke SB5 event.
Police bust ring selling 400 tonnes of meat from diseased, dead pigs in southern Vietnam
Vietnam News 19:07 21/10/2026Police in Dong Nai City, southern Vietnam have arrested nine suspects for allegedly collecting, slaughtering, and selling around 400 metric tons of diseased and dead pigs for human consumption since 2024, generating nearly US$387,000 in illicit profits.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Miss Universe 2026 spot remains uncertain, tax exemption for innovative startups
Vietnam News 18:58 21/10/2026Vietnam ranked fourth on Lonely Planet’s list of 15 destinations leading autumn travel trends in 2026, behind only Japan, Italy and Thailand. Miss Universe 2026 is set to feature up to 120 contestants, but Vietnam’s spot remains uncertain. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam’s EV boom: Why are foreign automakers still pushing hybrids?
Economy 18:58 21/10/2026Despite battery electric vehicles (BEVs) continuing to lead monthly sales, Vietnam’s automotive market has witnessed a wave of hybrid launches from major Japanese, South Korean, and Chinese automakers since the beginning of 2026.
Vietnamese gamer stuns world with gaming skills on classic Nokia phone
Vietnam News 18:11 21/10/2026A Vietnamese gamer has caught the attention of international gaming outlets by playing a League of Legends-style game on Nokia E72, a physical-keyboard phone released in 2009.
Vietnam ministry proposes scrapping alcohol business licenses, shifting to digital monitoring, post-inspections
Vietnam News 21:40 21/10/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has suggested scrapping alcohol business licensing requirements in a draft decree replacing existing regulations, shifting the focus from pre-licensing checks to direct inspections guided by digitalized data, with tighter controls on product traceability and food safety.
Top Vietnamese leader concludes state visit to Denmark
Vietnam News 21:37 21/10/2026The leaders agreed to adopt a Joint Statement on the establishment of the Vietnam-Denmark Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, opening a new chapter in bilateral relations and creating a new political framework and fresh momentum for deeper, more substantive cooperation for the long-term benefit of the two peoples, as well as for peace, stability, cooperation, and sustainable development in their respective regions and the wider world.
84 suspects charged in transnational scam ring in Vietnam
Vietnam News 20:02 21/10/2026Police in Thanh Hoa Province, north-central Vietnam on Wednesday initiated criminal proceedings against 84 suspects in a transnational scam case involving the alleged use of computer networks, telecommunications networks, and electronic devices to appropriate property, as well as organizing illegal entry into or stays in Vietnam.
Vietnam wins first gold medal at Asian Para Games in Japan
Vietnam News 19:20 21/10/2026Vietnam won its first gold medal at the fifth Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan on Wednesday, with swimmer Do Thanh Hai taking first place in the men's 100-meter breaststroke SB5 event.
Police bust ring selling 400 tonnes of meat from diseased, dead pigs in southern Vietnam
Vietnam News 19:07 21/10/2026Police in Dong Nai City, southern Vietnam have arrested nine suspects for allegedly collecting, slaughtering, and selling around 400 metric tons of diseased and dead pigs for human consumption since 2024, generating nearly US$387,000 in illicit profits.
Beloved lion Mimi dies after 16 years at Saigon Zoo
Ho Chi Minh City 22:24 21/10/2026Mimi, the last lion at Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Ho Chi Minh City, has died of age-related health problems after spending 16 years at the facility, ending a chapter that many citizens associate with childhood memories and family visits to the historic zoo.
Ho Chi Minh City offers 5-year tax exemption for innovative startups
Ho Chi Minh City 13:51 21/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City is implementing a resolution granting five-year exemptions from corporate income tax and personal income tax on income from innovative startup activities, with the policy taking effect from the 2027 tax year.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks stronger US investment in AI, high-tech sectors
Ho Chi Minh City 10:23 21/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City is seeking to attract more U.S. investment in AI, high technology, and other strategic sectors, with local authorities pledging to create favorable conditions for American businesses to expand their operations.
Main span of Saigon River pedestrian bridge officially joined
Ho Chi Minh City 10:07 21/10/2026The main span of the pedestrian bridge across the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City was officially joined at 8:00 am on Wednesday, marking a major milestone in the construction of the project.
Ho Chi Minh City police crack down on pet theft rings, charge 33 suspects
Ho Chi Minh City 22:07 20/10/2026Ho Chi Minh City police have charged 33 suspects in a crackdown on pet theft this year, uncovering organized rings that steal dogs and cats from their owners and sell them across provincial borders, sometimes for slaughter.
