Vietnam rescue team recovers 54 bodies after 5 days of earthquake response in Venezuela
Vietnam News 19:06 05/07/2026Vietnam's rescue team has recovered 54 bodies from collapsed buildings after five days of search operations following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, while also identifying the locations of several more victims still trapped beneath the rubble.
Vietnam's appeal goes beyond career opportunities for foreign professionals: Indian academic
Expat Life 16:54 05/07/2026Vietnam offers foreign professionals more than just career opportunities, according to Indian economist Majo George, who has lived in the country for more than 24 years.
Ho Chi Minh City posts strong economic growth in H1 2026
Economy 17:43 05/07/2026Ho Chi Minh City reported strong economic growth in the first half of 2026, with gross regional domestic product (GRDP) expanding 8.55 percent year on year, according to the city's statistics office.
Saigon Marina IFC Tower lights up to mark 250 years of US Independence Day
Vietnam News 16:47 05/07/2026Saigon Marina IFC Tower in Ho Chi Minh City was illuminated with images and messages celebrating the friendship between Vietnam and the United States as part of activities marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. Independence Day (July 4, 1776 – July 4, 2026).
Reforms, special policies key to Ho Chi Minh City's transformation: Australian professor
Economy 15:40 03/07/2026Reforms and special policies have driven Ho Chi Minh City's transformation over the past 50 years, and the city should now focus on high-tech and green development to sustain long-term growth, according to Professor Carl Thayer of the Australian Defence Force Academy at the University of New South Wales.
Fireworks, 3D projection light up Ho Chi Minh City in 50th anniversary celebrations
Ho Chi Minh City 10:58 03/07/2026Ho Chi Minh City staged fireworks displays at 16 locations and 3D projection in its center on Thursday evening to mark the 50th anniversary of the city officially bearing the name of President Ho Chi Minh, drawing large crowds despite rainy weather.
Ho Chi Minh City anniversary images displayed on giant screens in central Seoul
Ho Chi Minh City 18:10 02/07/2026Images marking the 50th anniversary of Ho Chi Minh City being named after President Ho Chi Minh were displayed on giant electronic screens in central Seoul on Wednesday and Thursday as part of the city's overseas promotion campaign, according to the Vietnam News Agency.
Ho Chi Minh City readies fireworks displays for 50th anniversary celebration tonight
Ho Chi Minh City 16:29 02/07/2026Final preparations were underway on Thursday morning for large-scale fireworks displays across Ho Chi Minh City, where 16 launch sites are set to light up the sky simultaneously at 9:00 pm the same day to mark the 50th anniversary of the city named after President Ho Chi Minh City (July 2).
Vietnam targets bigger share of global medical tourism as hospitals expand int'l services
In-Depth 18:55 04/07/2026Vietnam is stepping up efforts to attract more international patients as public and private hospitals expand specialized services and invest in advanced medical technology, aiming to tap into the fast-growing global medical tourism market.
How much are Vietnamese consumers spending on entertainment?
In-Depth 08:34 03/07/2026Vietnam's hottest online conversations are no longer centered on what to eat or wear. Instead, they revolve around whether fans have managed to secure concert tickets, which film is topping the box office, or which newly released video game is generating the biggest buzz, all reflecting consumers' growing appetite for entertainment spending.
Vietnam shifts from attracting FDI to building sustainable foreign-invested economy
In-Depth 15:34 02/07/2026Vietnam is embarking on its most significant overhaul of foreign investment policy in decades, shifting beyond a long-standing focus on attracting foreign investment to build a modern, innovation-driven and sustainable foreign-invested economy that is more closely integrated with domestic businesses and better positioned to support long-term growth.
Vietnam looks to turn foreign capital into enduring domestic strength
In-Depth 15:01 01/07/2026The issuance of Resolution No. 10 by Vietnam's Politburo on the development of the foreign-invested economic sector comes at a pivotal moment, as the Southeast Asian country shifts its focus from simply attracting foreign capital to transforming external investment into lasting domestic capability.
Vietnam’s EV charging sector races to unify fragmented networks
In-Depth 11:59 29/06/2026Vietnam’s fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) market is fueling a race among technology firms, automakers, and mobility companies to unify a fragmented charging ecosystem, as drivers grapple with multiple apps, payment systems, and inconsistent access to charging services.
Why US crude oil remains limited option for Vietnam's refineries
In-Depth 10:48 28/06/2026Editor’s note: The following opinion piece is authored by Vu Ngoc Bao, an expert working at PetroVietnam Technical Services Corporation. The piece was originally published in Vietnamese and has been translated into English and edited by Tuoi Tre News for clarity, consistency, and coherence.
Female consuls general meet with Ho Chi Minh City students on International Day of Women in Diplomacy
In-Depth 15:23 26/06/2026Eight female consuls general in Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday met with local students to share their diplomatic experiences and offer career advice at an event marking International Day of Women in Diplomacy.
In Japan's restaurants, Vietnamese workers become a familiar presence
In-Depth 17:40 25/06/2026In Japan's bustling restaurant districts, from Tokyo's narrow izakaya-lined alleys to Osaka's crowded sushi chains, Vietnamese workers have become an increasingly visible part of the country's food service industry, helping prepare meals, serve customers and keep kitchens running while building lives far from home.
Splish-splash! Parisians and tourists soak in the Seine
World 17:09 05/07/2026Parisians and tourists dove into the joy of swimming in the Seine on Saturday as three free, supervised sites created for the 2024 Olympic Games reopened in a welcome respite after a record-breaking heatwave.
In soccer-crazy Brazil, streaming upstart pulls World Cup viewers from TV to YouTube
World 15:32 05/07/2026For decades, watching the World Cup in soccer-obsessed Brazil usually meant turning on the TV, but this year, for the first time, only half the games are being broadcast the usual way.
Uber pauses Europe food delivery expansion as it pursues Delivery Hero deal, FT reports
World 15:31 05/07/2026Uber has paused the majority of its planned food delivery expansion in Europe just months after announcing the plans as the ride-sharing company continues to pursue a takeover of Delivery Hero, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
Australia increases student visa fee, including one for Vietnamese students
Education 14:52 05/07/2026Australia has raised its student visa application fee to AU$2,500 as it continues to tighten policies affecting international students, including those from Vietnam, and post-study work opportunities.
Vietnamese search-and-rescue dog unit honored with Venezuelan medal for earthquake mission
Vietnam News 14:06 05/07/2026Venezuelan authorities have awarded a Medal of Merit to Vietnam’s search-and-rescue dog unit in recognition of its outstanding contributions to earthquake response efforts in the South American country.
Storm Maysak wreaks havoc on Vietnam’s Mong Cai
Vietnam News 13:50 05/07/2026Storm Maysak, the first storm to affect Vietnam this year, lashed the Mong Cai area in northern Quang Ninh Province on Saturday night, leaving more than 30 houses with damaged roofs, toppling hundreds of trees, inundating aquaculture areas, and causing widespread power outages.
Vietnamese airlines ramp up investments in dedicated cargo fleets
Economy 12:08 05/07/2026Vietnamese airlines are stepping up investments in dedicated cargo aircraft, logistics infrastructure, and digital connectivity to tap into the global air cargo market.
Canada tell fans 'the journey is only just beginning' after Morocco defeat
World 11:47 05/07/2026Canada signed off from a groundbreaking World Cup campaign with an emotional message to supporters on Saturday, thanking fans for helping transform the country's football landscape after their dream run ended.
Mbappe keeps cool as France survive furnace against Paraguay
World 09:56 05/07/2026Kylian Mbappe converted a second-half penalty as France sweated through a suffocating Philadelphia furnace and wrestled their way out of a brutal scrap with Paraguay to snatch a 1-0 win on Saturday, setting up a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco.
Experts provide recommendations for Vietnam to follow South Korea’s creative economy path
Vietnam News 09:06 05/07/2026Vietnam can draw valuable lessons from South Korea's success in the creative economy by embracing artificial intelligence, strengthening intellectual property (IP) protection, and building a supportive policy framework, industry leaders said at a seminar held during the fourth Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF IV).
Vietnam’s Quang Tri secures $7.4bn investment commitments, including 5 foreign-funded projects
Economy 08:55 05/07/2026Quang Tri Province in central Vietnam secured investment commitments totaling VND194.58 trillion (US$7.4 billion) at an investment promotion conference on Saturday, including five foreign-invested projects worth VND9.117 trillion ($346 million).
Vietnamese search-and-rescue dog unit honored with Venezuelan medal for earthquake mission
Vietnam News 14:06 05/07/2026Venezuelan authorities have awarded a Medal of Merit to Vietnam’s search-and-rescue dog unit in recognition of its outstanding contributions to earthquake response efforts in the South American country.
Storm Maysak wreaks havoc on Vietnam’s Mong Cai
Vietnam News 13:50 05/07/2026Storm Maysak, the first storm to affect Vietnam this year, lashed the Mong Cai area in northern Quang Ninh Province on Saturday night, leaving more than 30 houses with damaged roofs, toppling hundreds of trees, inundating aquaculture areas, and causing widespread power outages.
Experts provide recommendations for Vietnam to follow South Korea’s creative economy path
Vietnam News 09:06 05/07/2026Vietnam can draw valuable lessons from South Korea's success in the creative economy by embracing artificial intelligence, strengthening intellectual property (IP) protection, and building a supportive policy framework, industry leaders said at a seminar held during the fourth Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF IV).
Vietnamese leaders congratulate US on 250th Independence Day anniversary
Vietnam News 08:50 05/07/2026Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam sent a congratulatory letter and Prime Minister Le Minh Hung wired a congratulatory message on Saturday to U.S. President Donald Trump on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of U.S. Independence Day (July 4, 1776 – July 4, 2026), according to Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Discover 2 'green lungs' added to Ho Chi Minh City after administrative merger
Ho Chi Minh City 19:01 04/07/2026One year after the administrative merger in July 2025, Ho Chi Minh City has taken over areas formerly belonging to Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province, including the vast primary forests of Con Dao and Binh Chau - Phuoc Buu, enriching the city's natural landscape and biodiversity.
Consortium proposes EPC contract for Ho Chi Minh City airport metro project
Ho Chi Minh City 17:15 04/07/2026A consortium comprising Vietnam's GFS Group and Delta Group and China's PowerChina has proposed participating as the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor for the first phase of Ho Chi Minh City's metro line No. 6, which will connect Tan Son Nhat International Airport with the Phu Huu area.
Samsung Vietnam’s nearly-28MWp rooftop solar project put into operation
Ho Chi Minh City 15:19 04/07/2026Samsung Electronics HCMC CE Complex (SEHC), an electronics manufacturer based in Ho Chi Minh City, on Friday inaugurated a rooftop solar power system with a capacity of nearly 28 MWp at its factory in the city, marking a milestone in its sustainability strategy.
Ho Chi Minh City launches new media agency after restructuring local press system
Ho Chi Minh City 17:04 03/07/2026The Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee has established the Ho Chi Minh City Press and Radio-Television Agency, a new public media organization formed as part of the restructuring of the city’s press system.
Ho Chi Minh City’s most populous ward launches crackdown on stray dogs
Ho Chi Minh City 15:57 03/07/2026Local authorities in Di An Ward, the most populous ward in Ho Chi Minh City, have launched a campaign to capture animals roaming freely in public spaces and residential areas.
