Vietnam completes three key power projects for APEC 2027
Vietnam News 18:41 05/09/2026Three key power projects on Phu Quoc Special Zone in the southern province of An Giang have been completed, strengthening Phu Quoc's energy infrastructure ahead of the APEC Economic Leaders' Week 2027.
What makes Vietnam’s tourism appealing beyond scenic attractions?
Travel 15:09 02/09/2026Vietnam has significant room to expand its tourism industry as international travelers increasingly seek local culture, authentic experiences and lesser-known destinations beyond the country’s traditional tourist hubs, according to a Klook executive.
Vietnam's Phu Quoc expects tens of thousands of visitors for National Day holiday
Travel 14:41 29/08/2026During the peak of Vietnam’s National Day holiday, Phu Quoc Island off southern An Giang Province is expected to receive nearly 150 flights and about 22,000 visitors a day. Tourism businesses are also preparing a range of cultural, artistic and entertainment events for travelers.
Hon Thom in Vietnam’s Phu Quoc to welcome new resort with royal-inspired architecture
Travel 14:35 20/08/2026A new Rixos resort is taking shape on Hon Thom Island in Phu Quoc, featuring a landmark tower inspired by Empress Nam Phuong, Vietnam’s last empress, as the island expands its luxury tourism offerings.
Vietnam's first privately funded LRT targets June 2027 trial run on Phu Quoc
Vietnam News 22:07 10/08/2026Sun Group, one of Vietnam’s leading real estate developers, is accelerating work on its VND9-trillion (US$341 million) Phu Quoc LRT project, with the first rails due to be laid in August as nearly 600 workers work around the clock ahead of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in 2027 (APEC 2027).
Vietnam’s Phu Quoc tightens environmental, food safety measures ahead of APEC 2027
Vietnam News 16:36 10/08/2026Authorities in Phu Quoc have launched a new initiative to safeguard natural resources, the environment, and food safety as the Vietnamese island prepares to host the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in 2027 (APEC 2027).
Vietnam’s Phu Quoc to offer free English classes ahead of APEC 2027
Education 22:22 03/08/2026Residents, students, and tourism businesses on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island are signing up for English classes aimed at improving communication with foreign visitors as the island prepares to host APEC meetings in 2027.
Prime land in Vietnam's Phu Quoc reclaimed as Sheraton resort project scrapped
Vietnam News 15:16 30/07/2026Authorities in Phu Quoc, a touristic island designated as one of Vietnam's Special Zones, have officially canceled the long-abandoned Sheraton resort project, clearing the way to reallocate prime coastal land that has sat idle for years.
Vietnam’s Phu Quoc named among world’s top 10 appealing islands
Travel 12:10 26/07/2026Phu Quoc in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam has been named one of the world’s 10 most appealing islands for 2026 by online travel platform Expedia on its Expedia Island Hot List 2026.
Most critically injured Phu Quoc boat accident survivor regains consciousness
Vietnam News 14:52 20/07/2026The most critically injured survivor of the boat capsizing off Phu Quoc Special Zone in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam, has regained consciousness and is recovering well after six days of intensive treatment at Cho Ray Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam’s Mekong Delta tourism association head highlights safety gaps after deadly speedboat capsizing
Travel 12:21 16/07/2026The chairman of the Mekong Delta Tourism Association has called for a comprehensive review of waterway tourism safety following the fatal speedboat capsizing in Phu Quoc Special Zone in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam that claimed the lives of 15 Indian tourists last week, warning that significant gaps remain in current safety practices.
