Vietnam mulls cutting environmental tax on fuel to 0% to secure supply amid Middle East tensions
Vietnam NewsVietnam is considering reducing the environmental protection tax on gasoline and oil products to zero percent in a bid to boost imports and ensure a stable fuel supply as escalating tensions in the Middle East threaten global energy markets.
Pickleball world number one Waters to make international debut in Vietnam
Vietnam NewsPickleball world number one Anna Leigh Waters will make her international debut next month at the PPA Tour Asia's Hanoi Cup in Vietnam, organisers said on Tuesday, as the paddle sport continues its push into new global markets.
Vietnam, S.Korea aim for $150bn trade by 2030
Vietnam NewsVietnam and South Korea have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral trade to US$150 billion by 2030 while stepping up cooperation in investment, science and technology, and other key sectors, according to the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vietnamese team places third at NAPROCK Procon 2026 programming contest
Vietnam NewsA team from the University of Engineering and Technology at Vietnam National University-Hanoi placed third in the theme-based creative software category at the 17th International Programming Contest NAPROCK Procon, which brought together 114 students from four countries and was held in Vietnam for the first time.
Where to watch 2026 Oscar in Vietnam: VTV3 to broadcast live with Vietnamese interpretation
Vietnam NewsVTV3 will broadcast the 98th Academy Awards live at 5:30 am (GMT +7) on Monday next week, with simultaneous streaming available on the VTVgo platform, Vietnam Television said.
American tourist recovers lost wallet left at Vietnam airport
Vietnam NewsAn American tourist who left her wallet behind at Dong Hoi Airport in Quang Tri Province, north-central Vietnam was reunited with her belongings after airport security tracked it down and returned it, officials confirmed on Monday.
3 Vietnamese children suspected of botulinum poisoning after eating fermented fish
Vietnam NewsThree boys in Da Nang City, central Vietnam were hospitalized with suspected botulinum poisoning after eating a traditional dish of fermented fish, according to a report from the Northern Quang Nam Mountain Regional General Hospital on Monday.
Japan knock out Vietnam, Taiwan beat India to set up Asian Cup quarter-final with China
Vietnam NewsPERTH, Australia - Japan stayed perfect in the women's Asian Cup group stage as they eased to a 4-0 win over Vietnam, who crashed out of the tournament as Taiwan secured second place in Group C with a 3-1 victory over India on Tuesday.
2 Vietnamese frigates to join joint patrol with Chinese navy in Gulf of Tonkin
Vietnam NewsTwo Vietnamese frigates will participate in a joint naval patrol and training exercise with the Chinese Navy in the Gulf of Tonkin, as part of the 10th Vietnam-China Border Defense Friendship Exchange, scheduled for March 18 and 19 in Quang Ninh Province, northern Vietnam and China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
