Vietnam’s Can Tho receives 1st container ship from China’s Nanning Port
Economy 12:48 25/09/2026Can Tho City in southern Vietnam welcomed its first international container vessel from Nanning Port in China’s Guangxi on Thursday, marking the launch of a new maritime route connecting the Mekong Delta with southwestern China.
People-to-people diplomacy helps tighten Vietnam-China friendship
Vietnam News 23:11 22/09/2026The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) held a gathering on September 22 to mark the 77th founding anniversary of the People's Republic of China, highlighting the role of people-to-people diplomacy in fostering Vietnam-China friendship and solidarity.
Chinese companies look to deepen green cooperation in Vietnam
Economy 11:59 08/09/2026Chinese companies in Vietnam are expanding into smart manufacturing, new energy, green industries, and the digital economy, creating new opportunities for deeper economic cooperation between the two countries.
China’s Ohmee convenience stores move into Vietnam’s Petrolimex gas stations: A win-win?
Economy 09:38 08/09/2026China’s Ohmee convenience stores are moving into Petrolimex gas stations in Vietnam, raising questions about whether the emerging retail model can deliver benefits for both sides.
Rescuers battle floods and debris as Himalayan disaster death toll nears 800
World 15:12 31/08/2026Rescuers in Nepal and China raced on Sunday to find thousands of people missing after a glacier collapse unleashed a catastrophic mudslide across the Himalayas, as they faced challenging weather conditions and rising water levels.
One Vietnamese missing in Nepal border floods; none reported missing on China side
Vietnam News 18:13 30/08/2026No Vietnamese citizens were among the hundreds of foreign nationals reported missing on the Chinese side following deadly flash floods along the China-Nepal border, though authorities in Nepal have reported one Vietnamese national missing in their territory.
Indonesia, Thailand boost auto imports into Vietnam
Economy 12:07 24/08/2026Vietnam imported nearly 27,700 completely built-up vehicles in July, up 47.6 percent year on year, with Indonesia remaining the largest supplier, followed by Thailand and China.
Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record in test run
World 18:21 22/08/2026A humanoid robot developed by Chinese smartphone maker Honor ran 100 meters in 9.32 seconds, China's state broadcaster reported on Saturday, beating the human world record held by Jamaican sprinting great Usain Bolt.
China opens wider door to Vietnamese durian with nearly 600 new code approvals
Economy 19:51 20/08/2026The General Administration of Customs of China has approved an additional 567 Vietnamese durian growing-area codes and packing-facility codes, paving the way for farmers and businesses to accelerate durian exports to the Chinese market.
China expands 240-hour visa-free transit to Vietnamese citizens
Travel 17:48 20/08/2026Starting August 20, Vietnamese citizens can enter China visa-free for up to 240 hours while transiting, and enjoy visa-free stays of up to 30 days in Hainan province.
Should Vietnam be worried about its $20bn trade deficit?
In-Depth 14:41 18/08/2026For an economy that has grown accustomed to celebrating trade surpluses, Vietnam’s figures so far this year make uncomfortable reading.
Vietnam, China seek common standards for durian testing
Economy 13:04 11/08/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment is negotiating with China’s General Administration of Customs to align durian testing standards and establish mutual recognition of test results, in an effort to shorten customs clearance times.
