Japanese Consul General recalls The Saigon Times’ value since the 1990s
In the news June 25, 2026“I first began reading The Saigon Times during my earlier posting at the Consulate-General of Japan in Ho Chi Minh City, from 1994 to 1998. Those were exciting times, with Vietnam opening up under the Doi Moi reforms and many Japanese companies were establishing their presence in southern Vietnam. As an officer responsible for economic affairs at the Consulate-General in those days, I found the up-to-date information The Saigon Times provided on Vietnam’s economy truly invaluable — and I am sure the Japanese business community here shared that sentiment.
The journey is complete
In the news June 25, 2026There is a question that has occupied philosophers across cultures and centuries: what does it mean to live in a world where everything changes, and nothing lasts?
Business
Dual Degrees and Top Rankings: The Multifaceted Journey of VAS Alumna Lê Minh Thiên An
Corporate June 28, 2026Choosing between distinct academic paths is a common dilemma, but former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student Lê Minh Thiên An has chosen to embrace both. Thiên An is currently challenging herself with a demanding dual-degree program in Pharmacy and Business at the University of Sydney, consistently ranked among the top three universities in Australia.
Bac A Bank boosts digital banking to support sustainable growth
Corporate June 27, 2026Each annual general meeting season is not only an occasion to review the operations of banks, but also a clear reflection of the broader industry picture, one of the stock groups with a major influence on the stock market and a “barometer” of the economy. Business results, development strategies, and the way banks respond to market fluctuations all partly indicate macroeconomic health and policy direction in each period.
From Restaurant Management to the Theater Stage: The Bold Pivot of VAS Alumna Phạm Ngọc Khanh
Corporate June 27, 2026Choosing between a stable career path and a creative passion is a crossroads many young people face, but few navigate it as boldly as Phạm Ngọc Khanh. After graduating with a degree in Restaurant Management in Canada, the former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student made a definitive decision to return to Vietnam and pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a performing artist and musical theater composer.
Current
Fusionlife gives away 2,222 room nights to new members as loyalty programme marks 2 years
BizInfo June 29, 2026Luxury wellness brand Fusion is celebrating the second anniversary of its Fusionlife loyalty programme by giving away 2,222 complimentary room nights across its hotels and resorts in Vietnam and Thailand.
Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City Unveils the Lobby Memory Wall: A Living Tribute to Three Decades of Timeless Hospitality
BizInfo June 29, 2026Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City has unveiled the Lobby Memory Wall, a permanent installation created to celebrate the hotel's 30th anniversary. Located beside the grand staircase in the main lobby, the display opens a year of anniversary celebrations while recognising the guests, partners, leaders and associates who have contributed to the hotel's journey since 1996.
Dual Degrees and Top Rankings: The Multifaceted Journey of VAS Alumna Lê Minh Thiên An
Corporate June 28, 2026Choosing between distinct academic paths is a common dilemma, but former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student Lê Minh Thiên An has chosen to embrace both. Thiên An is currently challenging herself with a demanding dual-degree program in Pharmacy and Business at the University of Sydney, consistently ranked among the top three universities in Australia.
Saigon Times CSR
Beyond the mandates of an educational institution
Saigon Times CSR September 6, 2023For a university, the key mandates, needless to say, must be to provide education services, to collaborate with industries in training so as to equip students with job-ready skills, to conduct research and development, or, in catching up with global trends now, to engage in business incubation to make practical contributions to economic development. At Nam Can Tho University in the Mekong Delta city of the same name, such responsibilities are fully assumed. And, beyond such mandates, the private education institution has even excelled in corporate social responsibility (CSR), though it is not genuinely a corporation.
BASF builds school in remote area in Mekong Delta
Saigon Times CSR April 20, 2023HCMC - Global chemical producer BASF and local partners yesterday, April 19, broke ground on a school building project in Tieu Can District in the Mekong Delta province of Tra Vinh.
Dear Our Community launches project promoting sustainability practices
Saigon Times CSR March 21, 2023HCMC - Local content agency Dear Our Community, in collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank, has recently kicked off the “Opening the Way -- Leading the Path” Series, a youth-focused program emphasizing participation in social impact activities in Vietnam.
Your Blogs
Japan expands sports diplomacy through Jukendo equipment donation in HCMC
Expat Interest June 18, 2026HCMC - Japan on June 18 donated 20 sets of Jukendo training equipment to the HCMC Kendo Federation under the Japanese Foreign Ministry’s 2025 Sports Diplomacy Promotion Program, aiming to support the development of Japanese martial arts and people-to-people exchanges between Japan and Vietnam.
From a culture of community service to the dream of reaching the Moon
Expat Interest June 8, 2026More than a century ago, a physicist was astonished to see a private individual funding basic scientific research. The story remains strikingly relevant today, as an increasing number of businesses face a fundamental question: what role can they play in supporting the fields that shape a nation’s future?
Japan promotes traditional culture among Vietnamese children to strengthen future ties
Expat Interest June 5, 2026HCMC – Japan's Consulate General in HCMC on June 5 promoted traditional cultural activities among Vietnamese children as part of efforts to strengthen long-term people-to-people ties between Japan and Vietnam.
BizInfo
Fusionlife gives away 2,222 room nights to new members as loyalty programme marks 2 years
BizInfo June 29, 2026Luxury wellness brand Fusion is celebrating the second anniversary of its Fusionlife loyalty programme by giving away 2,222 complimentary room nights across its hotels and resorts in Vietnam and Thailand.
Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City Unveils the Lobby Memory Wall: A Living Tribute to Three Decades of Timeless Hospitality
BizInfo June 29, 2026Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City has unveiled the Lobby Memory Wall, a permanent installation created to celebrate the hotel's 30th anniversary. Located beside the grand staircase in the main lobby, the display opens a year of anniversary celebrations while recognising the guests, partners, leaders and associates who have contributed to the hotel's journey since 1996.
From Student Council to Pharmaceutical Research: The Remarkable Journey of Alumna Mai Chi
BizInfo June 27, 2026For former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student Công Thùy Mai Chi, success is not about competing with others, but about outperforming her own past achievements. This personal mantra has propelled the multitalented alumna to remarkable heights across academics, leadership, and the arts.
Sustained Accumulation: The Journey of a VAS Alumnus to Top Rank at UMP
BizInfo June 27, 2026For former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student Đại Hoàng Phúc, academic success has never been about shortcuts, but rather a journey of continuous, long-term accumulation.
Must Read
Bac A Bank boosts digital banking to support sustainable growth
Corporate June 27, 2026Each annual general meeting season is not only an occasion to review the operations of banks, but also a clear reflection of the broader industry picture, one of the stock groups with a major influence on the stock market and a “barometer” of the economy. Business results, development strategies, and the way banks respond to market fluctuations all partly indicate macroeconomic health and policy direction in each period.
From Restaurant Management to the Theater Stage: The Bold Pivot of VAS Alumna Phạm Ngọc Khanh
Corporate June 27, 2026Choosing between a stable career path and a creative passion is a crossroads many young people face, but few navigate it as boldly as Phạm Ngọc Khanh. After graduating with a degree in Restaurant Management in Canada, the former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student made a definitive decision to return to Vietnam and pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a performing artist and musical theater composer.
From Student Council to Pharmaceutical Research: The Remarkable Journey of Alumna Mai Chi
BizInfo June 27, 2026For former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student Công Thùy Mai Chi, success is not about competing with others, but about outperforming her own past achievements. This personal mantra has propelled the multitalented alumna to remarkable heights across academics, leadership, and the arts.
Sustained Accumulation: The Journey of a VAS Alumnus to Top Rank at UMP
BizInfo June 27, 2026For former Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) student Đại Hoàng Phúc, academic success has never been about shortcuts, but rather a journey of continuous, long-term accumulation.
VAS Alumna Secures RMIT Scholarship Following National Science and Engineering Fair Triumph
BizInfo June 26, 2026Phan Nguyễn Bảo Trân, a former student of the Vietnam Australia International School (VAS), has successfully secured a 50% academic scholarship to RMIT University to major in Psychology. The achievement follows her high-profile success at the National Science and Engineering Fair, one of Vietnam’s most prestigious academic competitions.
Travel
Airlines start selling tickets for Tet holiday
Tourism August 17, 2022HCMC - Three carriers of Vietnam Airlines Group have announced that millions of tickets would be offered for Lunar New Year (Tet) flights from January 1 to February 5 next year.
Rustic specialty of Nghe An with a unique flavor
Travel July 3, 2022Grilled trich (Sardinella) fish over hot charcoal is a specialty of Nghe An Province, boasting of a special flavor that is hard to find elsewhere
Dalat’s own twist to the steamed rice cakes
Travel June 26, 2022In the central highlands city of Dalat, banh uot long ga (a steamed rice cake with chicken and innards) is a common breakfast staple, which should not be eaten in a rush.
Life
Phong Nha-Ke Bang named UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve
News June 7, 2026HCMC – UNESCO has officially designated Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park as a World Biosphere Reserve, marking a significant milestone in Vietnam’s efforts to combine biodiversity conservation with sustainable development and strengthening the country’s role in global heritage governance.
Bridging two worlds
In the news October 19, 2025At the heart of the Goethe-Institut Ho Chi Minh City, Mailan Thai—director and head of the Cultural Program Department—has devoted her career to nurturing dialogue between Vietnam and Germany through language, culture, and shared human narratives. Born and raised in Germany to Vietnamese parents from Hue and Saigon, she grew up navigating two worlds that would ultimately shape her life’s mission.
Banh Mi Festival returns for third edition, celebrating Vietnam’s iconic dish
Life March 23, 2025HCMC - The third Banh Mi Festival officially opened on March 21 at Le Van Tam Park, welcoming thousands of local and international visitors eager to explore the country’s most famous street food.
Dai Loc offers the best Quang-style noodle soup
Life May 15, 2022Everyone’s heard of the Quang-style noodle soup, but a hidden secret is that the best version of this soup comes from Dai Loc District, Quang Nam Province, thanks to the addition of eel meat
Spotlight
Visually impaired Vietnamese student admitted to seven top global universities
Spotlight June 14, 2026A Vietnamese student with severe visual impairment has been admitted to seven of the world’s leading universities, including Harvard, Oxford, Stanford, Yale and Columbia, after years of overcoming educational and personal challenges.
Five Vietnamese scientists named among Asia’s top 100 researchers in 2026
Spotlight June 6, 2026Vietnam has five scientists recognized by Singapore-based magazine Asian Scientist in its Asian Scientist 100 list for 2026, underscoring the country’s growing presence and deeper integration into the regional and global scientific community.
Madame Binh awarded Palestine’s Star of Merit Order
Spotlight May 31, 2026Former Vice President Nguyen Thi Binh, widely known as Madame Binh, has received the Star of Merit Order from the State of Palestine in recognition of her contributions to peace, justice and the longstanding friendship between Vietnam and Palestine.
