Close-up look at the villas where Vietnam’s last emperor once vacationed in Nha Trang
Travel 20:42 16/08/2026Two villas at the more-than-100-year-old Bao Dai Villas heritage site in Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam have been renovated, restored, and reopened to visitors after years of closure.
Vietnam take command with away win over Malaysia in ASEAN Cup semifinal first leg
Vietnam News 22:31 16/08/2026Vietnam took a major step toward the ASEAN Cup 2026 final after securing a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Malaysia in the first leg of their semifinal away from home on Saturday evening.
‘Discarded’ part of pomelo helps Vietnam create globally praised dessert
Vietnam Life 18:08 16/08/2026The bitter white pith of pomelo, a part that might otherwise be thrown away, is put to good use by Vietnamese people to create a unique dessert once praised by food website TasteAtlas.
Vietnam finds ways to lure international tourists
Economy 20:55 16/08/2026Vietnam welcomed about 12.3 million international visitors in the first six months of 2026, up nearly 15% year-on-year, with China and the Republic of Korea remaining the two largest source markets. However, experts noted that growth in visitor numbers should go hand in hand with improvements in spending, length of stay, satisfaction and environmental and cultural sustainability.
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.
12 killed as Polish bus veers off Hungary highway
World 21:29 16/08/2026A Polish bus crashed into a ditch on a Hungarian highway early Sunday, killing 12 people and leaving at least 10 with critical injuries, officials said.
Europe's heatwaves expose insurance gap as business losses mount
World 21:16 16/08/2026LONDON/MILAN -- For more than a century, cafes in the Italian city of Padua have welcomed customers for an early evening drink, or aperitivo, encouraging them to sit outside and socialise before dinner.
Saint Petersburg’s metro expertise valuable for Vietnam
Vietnam News 21:04 16/08/2026As Hanoi implements its master plan with a 100-year vision, in which metro lines are identified as the backbone of the capital city’s transport network, secretary of the municipal Party Committee Tran Duc Thang met with representatives from several Saint Petersburg companies specializing in urban rail development.
Foreigner held for allegedly stealing Rolex watch, Louis Vuitton bag in Da Nang
Vietnam News 20:34 16/08/2026A Russian woman has been detained in Da Nang City, central Vietnam for allegedly stealing a bag containing a Rolex watch, a Louis Vuitton handbag, and other valuables worth more than US$19,000 from another foreign tourist staying at a hotel.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Mooncakes hit Ho Chi Minh City streets, Bandai tests Gundam market, Vietjet boosts Starlink investment
Vietnam News 19:00 16/08/2026Mooncakes have hit Ho Chi Minh City streets, with prices rising amid higher input costs. Bandai is using its first Gundam Base pop-up in Vietnam to assess the local market. Vietjet has added US$9.5 million to its Starlink investment. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Post enters domestic mobile telecom market as new MVNO
Vietnam News 18:47 16/08/2026State-owned Vietnam Post Corporation (Vietnam Post) has officially announced its entry into Vietnam's mobile telecommunications market as a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), with a tourist SIM card under the Pottel brand as its first product.
Op-ed: Why preparing for old age at 40 is a critical necessity for Vietnam
Expat Life 16:58 16/08/2026"Vietnam's proposal hits on an undeniable truth: the best time to prepare for old age is decades before it arrives, and the only way to beat 20 years of inflation is to start early."
Vietnam motorcycle maker hits pause button
Economy 16:13 16/08/2026Vietnamese motorcycle maker Nuen Moto has unexpectedly announced that it is suspending the development of the N1-S, a high-performance electric motorcycle that drew attention for its distinctive positioning and price tag of up to VND220 million (US$8,415).
Da Nang airport tests drone detection, suppression system
Economy 14:55 16/08/2026The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) said a drone detection and suppression system being tested at Da Nang International Airport has posted positive initial results.
Josué, Xuan Son set for high-stakes Malaysia-Vietnam semifinal showdown
Vietnam News 14:28 16/08/2026Few regional rivalries carry as much latent friction as Malaysia versus Vietnam, and when the two collide in the ASEAN Championship semifinals on Sunday, the contest arrives with an unmistakable Brazilian pulse.
Bandai brings Gundam pop-up to Vietnam for first time, seeking to assess market
Vietnam News 14:22 16/08/2026Thousands of visitors are flocking to The Gundam Base Pop-up World Tour 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City, as Bandai, the Japanese company behind the Gundam brand, uses the event to assess Vietnam's market for Gundam products.
Saint Petersburg’s metro expertise valuable for Vietnam
Vietnam News 21:04 16/08/2026As Hanoi implements its master plan with a 100-year vision, in which metro lines are identified as the backbone of the capital city’s transport network, secretary of the municipal Party Committee Tran Duc Thang met with representatives from several Saint Petersburg companies specializing in urban rail development.
Foreigner held for allegedly stealing Rolex watch, Louis Vuitton bag in Da Nang
Vietnam News 20:34 16/08/2026A Russian woman has been detained in Da Nang City, central Vietnam for allegedly stealing a bag containing a Rolex watch, a Louis Vuitton handbag, and other valuables worth more than US$19,000 from another foreign tourist staying at a hotel.
Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Mooncakes hit Ho Chi Minh City streets, Bandai tests Gundam market, Vietjet boosts Starlink investment
Vietnam News 19:00 16/08/2026Mooncakes have hit Ho Chi Minh City streets, with prices rising amid higher input costs. Bandai is using its first Gundam Base pop-up in Vietnam to assess the local market. Vietjet has added US$9.5 million to its Starlink investment. And more in our podcast.
Vietnam Post enters domestic mobile telecom market as new MVNO
Vietnam News 18:47 16/08/2026State-owned Vietnam Post Corporation (Vietnam Post) has officially announced its entry into Vietnam's mobile telecommunications market as a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), with a tourist SIM card under the Pottel brand as its first product.
Josué, Xuan Son set for high-stakes Malaysia-Vietnam semifinal showdown
Vietnam News 14:28 16/08/2026Few regional rivalries carry as much latent friction as Malaysia versus Vietnam, and when the two collide in the ASEAN Championship semifinals on Sunday, the contest arrives with an unmistakable Brazilian pulse.
Mooncakes hit Ho Chi Minh City streets, with prices rising
Ho Chi Minh City 13:00 16/08/2026Major brands such as Bibica, Kinh Do, Dong Khanh and Nhu Lan have rolled out large quantities of mooncakes in Ho Chi Minh City for this year's Mid-Autumn Festival, with most raising prices amid rising input costs.
Ho Chi Minh City to host week-long vegetarian food festival late this month
Ho Chi Minh City 22:15 15/08/2026Residents and tourists, especially vegan food enthusiasts, will have the chance to savor a wide range of traditional and modern plant-based dishes at the 2026 Green Food Festival held from August 24 to 30 at Binh Phu Park in Binh Phu Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.
3 questioned after kite incident disrupts operations at Tan Son Nhat Airport
Ho Chi Minh City 17:11 14/08/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have questioned three people after kites flown near Tan Son Nhat International Airport disrupted flight operations on Thursday evening, just two days after drone sightings caused major disruptions at Vietnam’s busiest airport.
Vietnam's national tech forum Conviction 2026 kicks off, with focus on AI
Ho Chi Minh City 14:43 14/08/2026Ho Chi Minh Technology Festival - Conviction 2026 opened on Friday, bringing together leaders and experts to shape policy and practical adoption across AI, blockchain, and digital assets.
Ho Chi Minh City building displays light show honoring Fidel Castro
Ho Chi Minh City 13:58 14/08/2026Saigon Marina IFC in Saigon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City projected the Cuban national flag, images of Fidel Castro, and commemorative messages onto its facade on Thursday, marking the 100th anniversary of the Cuban leader’s birth.
