VinFast opens 66 new electric motorcycle dealerships across Vietnam
Economy 20:16 11/06/2026Vietnam’s electric vehicle maker VinFast on Wednesday opened 66 more electric motorcycle dealerships across 22 provinces and cities, bringing its total number of authorized sales points to nearly 750 nationwide.
S. Korean drama 'My Royal Nemesis' team to visit Vietnam for reward trip
Travel 15:20 11/06/2026The cast and production team of South Korean television drama 'My Royal Nemesis' will travel to Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island next month on a reward trip following the show's commercial success, South Korean media outlet My Daily reported.
Nearly 900 cancer patients await radiotherapy at Ho Chi Minh City hospital
Ho Chi Minh City 17:10 11/06/2026Close to 900 cancer patients are currently waiting for radiotherapy at Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital’s second facility, with some facing delays of up to eight weeks as patient numbers continue to rise, a hospital official said on Wednesday.
What’s inside Michelin Guide’s only Bib Gourmand ‘bun rieu’ in Ho Chi Minh City?
Vietnam Life 15:02 11/06/2026In Michelin Guide’s 2026 Bib Gourmand selection, which recognizes restaurants offering good quality and good value cooking, Ho Chi Minh City's Bun Rieu Yen is the only venue representing Vietnam’s beloved ‘bun rieu’ noodle soup.
Vietnam files first criminal case over pirated Windows, Microsoft Office software
Vietnam News 15:50 11/06/2026Police in Phu Tho Province, northern Vietnam have launched Vietnam’s first criminal case involving the illegal use of copyrighted computer software, including unlicensed versions of Windows and Microsoft Office.
Police bust ring allegedly making fake Nike, Adidas, Crocs, Gucci slippers in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 18:31 07/06/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have dismantled a large-scale network allegedly led by a married couple that produced and sold slippers bearing international luxury brand names being protected in Vietnam, including Nike, Adidas, Crocs, and Gucci.
Vietnam’s Can Tho police seize over 4,200 fake luxury items in major counterfeit operations
Vietnam News 11:48 07/06/2026Police in Can Tho City, southern Vietnam have dismantled two large-scale facilities producing and selling fake luxury goods, seizing more than 4,200 counterfeit items bearing labels of famous brands such as Hermès, Gucci, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Versace, authorities confirmed on Saturday.
Vietnam ramps up IP enforcement amid rising online piracy
In-Depth 17:12 04/06/2026Vietnamese authorities are stepping up efforts to combat intellectual property (IP) infringement after enforcement agencies uncovered more than 2,000 suspected violations, underscoring mounting challenges posed by online piracy and digital copyright breaches.
Hanoi provides platform for Thai, Cambodian PMs to voice commitment to peace
In-Depth 17:49 10/06/2026During the ASEAN Future Forum, held in Hanoi on June 9-10, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet both spoke in support of border peace, delivering a message that experts described as a vivid demonstration of ASEAN’s unique diplomatic strength.
In Vietnam, more young people opt for DINK lifestyle
In-Depth 11:45 10/06/2026The DINK lifestyle, an acronym for ‘Dual Income, No Kids,’ is increasingly becoming a notable choice among many young people, particularly in big cities.
Vietnam’s hospitality shouldn’t be mistaken for tolerance of misconduct
In-Depth 07:56 08/06/2026Recent incidents involving unruly foreign visitors in tourism hubs across central Vietnam have gone beyond the bounds of ordinary cultural differences.
Vietnam’s ban on filming, sharing school violence videos raises legal, ethical questions
In-Depth 17:16 07/06/2026The Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training’s recent directive calling for an absolute ban on filming, photographing, and distributing footage of school violence has raised questions about whether the education sector wants students to put their phones away, or to learn when recording is appropriate and when sharing should stop.
Misconduct by foreigners puts Vietnam’s hospitality and rule of law to the test
In-Depth 10:52 06/06/2026Several recent cases involving foreign nationals violating the law in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City may be isolated incidents, but they have sparked broader concerns about respect for local regulations and public order. Beyond the individual offenses, the incidents serve as a reminder of the need to balance Vietnam’s welcoming image with consistent law enforcement.
Vietnam ramps up IP enforcement amid rising online piracy
In-Depth 17:12 04/06/2026Vietnamese authorities are stepping up efforts to combat intellectual property (IP) infringement after enforcement agencies uncovered more than 2,000 suspected violations, underscoring mounting challenges posed by online piracy and digital copyright breaches.
Top Vietnamese leader’s visits to 3 ASEAN countries highlights peace, political trust
In-Depth 16:24 02/06/2026Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam’s visits to three ASEAN countries -- Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines -- underscored Vietnam’s commitment to promoting peace, political trust, and cooperation within ASEAN, while reflecting a renewed approach to foreign affairs that prioritizes effectiveness and substance.
Digital literacy seen as key to protecting Vietnamese children online
In-Depth 16:38 01/06/2026As concerns grow in Vietnam over the impact of social media and online content on young users, readers of Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper’s forum said strengthening digital literacy, critical thinking, and online safety awareness is key to protecting children and helping parents better guide them in the digital age.
Japan's Rapidus to cooperate with British, Italian institutions
World 17:31 11/06/2026TOKYO -- Japanese semiconductor company Rapidus Corp. will sign agreements with public institutions in Britain and Italy on research and development cooperation, Rapidus executives told Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday.
Japan's 3 megabanks to jointly issue stablecoin
World 17:28 11/06/2026TOKYO -- Japan's three megabank lenders have announced plans to jointly issue a stablecoin, a type of digital asset, linked to currencies such as the yen and the U.S. dollar, during the year ending next March.
FIFA chief Infantino defends visa handling, ticket prices on eve of World Cup
World 16:03 11/06/2026MEXICO CITY - FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the way soccer's governing body had handled visa issues ahead of the World Cup, saying on Wednesday that it was working to find solutions but could not override government decisions.
Vietnam files first criminal case over pirated Windows, Microsoft Office software
Vietnam News 15:50 11/06/2026Police in Phu Tho Province, northern Vietnam have launched Vietnam’s first criminal case involving the illegal use of copyrighted computer software, including unlicensed versions of Windows and Microsoft Office.
UK launches green finance mechanism to help Vietnam attract clean energy investment
Vietnam News 15:47 11/06/2026The United Kingdom has announced the launch of a new Green Finance Mechanism for Vietnam designed to help the Southeast Asian country attract private-sector investment into clean energy and sustainable infrastructure projects.
Deadly Indonesia floods wiped out at least 7% of rare orangutan population, report says
World 15:19 11/06/2026Deadly floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra last year have wiped out at least 7% of the total population of the critically endangered Tapanuli orangutan, a new report released on Wednesday showed.
Denied a US visa to watch the World Cup? Have a free TV, says Argentine company
World 15:11 11/06/2026BUENOS AIRES -- Dozens of Argentines who were denied visas to travel to the United States to see the World Cup will at least have a new free television to watch the games.
Vietnam reports over 50,000 dengue cases in 5 months as outbreak patterns shift
Vietnam News 14:42 11/06/2026Vietnam recorded more than 50,000 dengue fever cases in the first five months of 2026, up 2.5 times from a year earlier, health officials and experts said on Wednesday, warning that outbreaks are becoming increasingly unpredictable and no longer following historical patterns.
Ho Chi Minh City receives 33 Vietnamese citizens deported from US
Ho Chi Minh City 14:38 11/06/2026Ho Chi Minh City police said on Wednesday they had coordinated with relevant agencies to receive 33 Vietnamese citizens deported from the United States at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi the previous day.
In ageing South Korea, AI dolls care for the elderly
World 14:33 11/06/2026YONGIN, South Korea -- In her tiny apartment in South Korea, where she lives alone, 78-year-old Bang Chun-ja spends her days with a childlike AI-powered doll she says she prefers to people.
Congo’s Ebola outbreak spreads to new health zone
World 14:25 11/06/2026DAKAR - Congo's Ebola outbreak has spread to a new health zone in the northeastern province of Ituri, authorities said on Wednesday, as fresh infections underline sustained transmission more than three weeks after the epidemic was declared.
Vietnam files first criminal case over pirated Windows, Microsoft Office software
Vietnam News 15:50 11/06/2026Police in Phu Tho Province, northern Vietnam have launched Vietnam’s first criminal case involving the illegal use of copyrighted computer software, including unlicensed versions of Windows and Microsoft Office.
UK launches green finance mechanism to help Vietnam attract clean energy investment
Vietnam News 15:47 11/06/2026The United Kingdom has announced the launch of a new Green Finance Mechanism for Vietnam designed to help the Southeast Asian country attract private-sector investment into clean energy and sustainable infrastructure projects.
Vietnam reports over 50,000 dengue cases in 5 months as outbreak patterns shift
Vietnam News 14:42 11/06/2026Vietnam recorded more than 50,000 dengue fever cases in the first five months of 2026, up 2.5 times from a year earlier, health officials and experts said on Wednesday, warning that outbreaks are becoming increasingly unpredictable and no longer following historical patterns.
Vietnamese 10th grader allegedly hacks national vaccination system, sells 20mn personal records
Vietnam News 14:10 11/06/2026A 15-year-old high-school student in Nghe An Province, north-central Vietnam has been charged after allegedly exploiting security vulnerabilities in the country's national immunization information system, collecting and selling some 20 million personal data records.
BIGBANG announces Hanoi concerts on 2026 world tour
Vietnam News 13:47 11/06/2026South Korean boy band BIGBANG will perform two concerts in Hanoi in October as part of a global tour marking the group's 20th anniversary, management company YG Entertainment said on Thursday.
Ho Chi Minh City receives 33 Vietnamese citizens deported from US
Ho Chi Minh City 14:38 11/06/2026Ho Chi Minh City police said on Wednesday they had coordinated with relevant agencies to receive 33 Vietnamese citizens deported from the United States at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi the previous day.
How Ho Chi Minh City plans to protect children from online threats?
Ho Chi Minh City 10:33 11/06/2026The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has issued a plan to protect and support children’s development in the online environment for the 2026-30 period, focusing on preventing harmful content, assisting child victims of online abuse, and enhancing digital skills.
Ho Chi Minh City looks to Japan for knowledge sharing in regional megacity development
Ho Chi Minh City 13:24 09/06/2026A Ho Chi Minh City delegation met with senior Japanese officials to seek continued support from Japan in infrastructure, transportation, urban planning, and official development assistance (ODA), while learning from Tokyo’s experience in building a regional megacity during a working trip to Japan from June 5 to 9.
Police bust ring allegedly making fake Nike, Adidas, Crocs, Gucci slippers in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 18:31 07/06/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have dismantled a large-scale network allegedly led by a married couple that produced and sold slippers bearing international luxury brand names being protected in Vietnam, including Nike, Adidas, Crocs, and Gucci.
Ho Chi Minh City launches month-long anti-drug crackdown
Ho Chi Minh City 20:29 06/06/2026Ho Chi Minh City has launched a month-long campaign against drug-related crimes, aiming to build drug-free communities and move toward the ambitious goal of a drug-free city by 2030.
