From prey to predator: Vietnamese firms emerge as global strategic investors
Economy 11:56 23/08/2025Vietnamese corporations are undergoing a striking transformation, shifting from acquisition targets to international dealmakers as they expand abroad through strategic investments and mergers.
Saigontourist aims to make Vietnam top MICE destination for South Koreans
Travel 20:45 13/08/2025Vietnam’s leading tourism corporation Saigontourist Group is stepping up efforts to position the country as a leading destination for high-end South Korean visitors, particularly in the meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) sector.
Vietnam Airlines launches first non-stop flight between Hanoi and Milan
Economy 11:30 02/07/2025Vietnam’s national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines inaugurated its first non-stop flight between Hanoi and Milan on Tuesday, marking the first-ever non-stop air route between Vietnam and Italy.
Vietnam Airlines suspends 4 pilots after taxiway collision at Hanoi airport
Vietnam News 15:17 30/06/2025Vietnam Airlines has temporarily suspended four pilots involved in a ground collision last week between two aircraft at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport as an investigation into the incident continues, the carrier said.
Vietnam Airlines signs deal to buy 50 narrow-body aircraft
Economy 21:24 25/06/2025Vietnam Airlines has officially signed a contract to purchase 50 narrow-body aircraft, chairman Dang Ngoc Hoa said during the airline’s 2025 annual general meeting held on Wednesday.
Vietnam Airlines to open maiden direct flight path to Denmark in December
Economy 21:48 17/06/2025Vietnam Airlines' direct route between Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen will offer passengers a new travel option, establishing an air bridge between Southeast Asia and Northern Europe, according to the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnam Airlines secures $1.5bn in funding from Netherlands’ ING Bank
Economy 12:26 13/06/2025Vietnam Airlines has signed a memorandum of understanding with Dutch lender ING Bank for financial cooperation worth up to US$1.5 billion.
Vietnam Airlines, China Southern Airlines establish first Vietnam-China airline joint venture
Economy 09:11 07/06/2025Vietnam Airlines and China Southern Airlines have announced the launch of the first airline joint venture between Vietnam and China, with operations set to begin on August 1 following regulatory approval.
Vietnam Airlines to finalise order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets 'very soon', executive says
Economy 17:09 02/06/2025Flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will "very soon" finalise a provisional order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets that it made in 2023, a company executive told Reuters on Monday.
Vietnam Airlines launches Ho Chi Minh City-Bali direct air route
Economy 14:03 02/06/2025Vietnam Airlines on Sunday officially launched a direct air route between Ho Chi Minh City and Bali, Indonesia with a frequency of four flights per week, which will increase to seven flights per week starting July.
Vietnam Airlines recreates iconic uniforms for nostalgic anniversary flights
Travel 09:28 23/05/2025To mark its 30th anniversary, Vietnam Airlines is turning back the clock at 30,000 feet. From May 19 to 25, the national flag carrier is operating a series of themed flights featuring flight attendants dressed in uniforms from every era of the airline’s history.
Vietnam Airlines flight hit by severe turbulence, sparking panic among passengers
Vietnam News 15:49 22/05/2025Passengers aboard a Vietnam Airlines flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi were jolted by a violent episode of turbulence on Monday, sending food and drinks flying and leaving many clutching their seats in fear.
