Vietnam urged to enact law to lead SE Asia in AI
Vietnam News 7 hours agoTo achieve the goal of becoming a Southeast Asian leader in artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030, Vietnam must urgently enact an AI law, according to an expert.
Vietnam’s central bank governor rated A+ again by Global Finance
Economy 4 hours agoGovernor of the State Bank of Vietnam Nguyen Thi Hong has once again received an A+, the highest grade, from Global Finance, a leading U.S.-based financial magazine, in its 2025 Central Banker Report Cards for her achievements in financial management.
Hanoi planner defends iconic square redesign amid public critique
Vietnam News 7 hours agoA designer in the team responsible for the renovation of Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square in Hanoi has defended their concept, saying the design balances heritage and modernity after residents raised concerns about aesthetics, public space use, and past structures on the site.
Ho Chi Minh City requests relocation of parking lots under bridges before October 30
Ho Chi Minh City 7 hours agoThe Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction has urgently requested road management units, businesses, and local authorities to promptly review, list, and relocate all parking lots currently located under bridges and within other road infrastructure protection zones by October 30.
Over 1,300 receive medical assistance during National Day parade in Hanoi
Vietnam News 9 days agoMore than 1,300 people required medical assistance during Vietnam’s 80th National Day (September 2) parade in Hanoi on Tuesday, the Ministry of...
Vietnam stages first naval parade featuring submarines, missile frigates
Vietnam News 10 days agoVietnam held its first-ever naval parade on Tuesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September...
Party chief calls for solidarity, joint efforts and consensus to turn aspirations into reality
Vietnam News 10 days agoThe Party chief called on the entire Party, the entire people, the entire army, and our compatriots at home and abroad, through concrete and...
LIVE: Vietnam stages military parade to mark 80th National Day
Vietnam News 10 days agoVietnam holds a large-scale military parade in Hanoi on Tuesday morning to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution’s success...
In Vietnam, paying hospital bills for strangers becomes viral trend
In-Depth 11 hours agoIn a quiet hospital room in Ho Chi Minh City, tears welled in the eyes of Vo Van Hoai as he held a receipt for VND40 million (US$1,516) in hospital fees, fully paid by someone he has never met.
Vietnam's Doi Moi: An inspiring story of renewal and partnership
In-Depth 15 hours agoSince embarking on its Doi Moi (Renovation) journey in 1986, Vietnam has achieved a remarkable socio-economic transformation, a testament to its visionary policies and the enduring support of partners, said UNDP Resident Representative in Vietnam Ramla Khalidi during a talk with Tuoi Tre News.
Vietnam’s F&B market sees foreign players thrive amid domestic chains’ challenges
In-Depth 4 days agoVietnam’s food and beverage (F&B) market is witnessing rapid growth, with foreign brands expanding their presence and outperforming in revenue. Meanwhile, local F&B chains are facing increasing pressure to compete.
Foreign journalists tell stories of Vietnam's Doi Moi
In-Depth 4 days agoTwo former American war correspondents who have spent more than half their lives following Vietnam's development story share an unwavering belief in the Southeast Asian country's potential for growth.
Tough laws, new ideas end electric fishing in Vietnam’s Ca Mau
In-Depth 5 days agoOnce a widespread and feared method of fishing in Vietnam’s southernmost province, electric shocking is rapidly becoming a thing of the past, thanks to strict prison sentences, grassroots innovations, and a renewed communal push to protect freshwater fish stocks.
French artist Karine Bonneval’s chromatography reveals the Vietnamese bond with the world of flowers
In-Depth 11 days agoA story told, a happy memory rekindled, a flower called by name – all gently come together in Hoa Tay, an art project by French artist Karine Bonneval during her two-month residency in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam faces potential phase-out of gasoline, diesel vehicles amid new fuel efficiency targets
In-Depth 11 days agoThe Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) has warned that up to 96 percent of current gasoline and diesel vehicles may be driven out of the market by 2030, should the government adopt a proposed Corporate Average Fuel Consumption (CAFC) target of 4.83 liters per 100 kilometers.
American lawyer earns master’s degree in Vietnamese history
In-Depth 14 days agoThomas Treutler, a 60-year-old American lawyer fluent in Vietnamese, recently successfully defended his thesis for a master’s program in Vietnamese history at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities under the Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City residents wade through flooded streets at rush hour as high tide hits again
Ho Chi Minh City 5 hours agoHigh tide on the Saigon River reached 1.52-1.57 meters late on Wednesday afternoon, forcing residents in Ho Chi Minh City to wade through...
Child abuse deaths total 65 in Japan in FY 2023
World 5 hours agoTOKYO -- The number of children who died from abuse totaled 65 in Japan in fiscal 2023, down by seven from the preceding year, an expert panel of...
Southeast Asian pavilions drawing crowds at Osaka Kansai Expo: What are the key attractions for each country?
World 5 hours agoWith a record 158 countries and regions participating, the Osaka Kansai Expo has entered the summer vacation season with even greater crowds....
Against the tide: Filipinos battle rising sea on sinking island
World 7 hours agoOn the Philippine island of Pugad, street food vendor Maria Tamayo wakes before her grandchildren to begin the backbreaking work of removing...
Viking ships make final high-risk voyage to new Oslo home
World 7 hours agoThree 1,200-year-old Viking ships that have stood the test of time are embarking on their final and possibly riskiest journey to their new forever home...
Informing parents not enough to fight childhood obesity: study
World 7 hours agoGovernment-led programs attempting to curb childhood obesity by educating parents do not work, an international study published Thursday concluded,...
Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk shot dead, manhunt on for suspect
World 7 hours agoWASHINGTON -- U.S. conservative activist Charlie Kirk, an influential ally of President Donald Trump, was fatally shot on Wednesday while speaking at a...
Australian authorities investigate influencer over croc wrestling
World 7 hours agoAustralian authorities are investigating an American influencer who filmed himself wrestling wild crocodiles in Queensland, condemning the...
Bacterial greening disease infects nearly half of Brazil's citrus belt
World 7 hours agoGreening disease, caused by bacteria transmitted by the Asian citrus psyllid, has infected nearly 48% of Brazil's citrus belt, according to new data...
Vietnam, Australia target $20bn trade, double investment
Vietnam News 9 hours agoVietnam and Australia have agreed to raise two-way trade to US$20 billion and double bilateral investment during talks between Vietnamese State...
Spain's parliament kills shorter work week bill in blow to government
World 9 hours agoSpain's lower house has shelved a bill that would have shortened the work week by 2-1/2 hours, dealing yet another blow to the fragile Socialist-led...
Vietnam, Australia target $20bn trade, double investment
Vietnam News 9 hours agoVietnam and Australia have agreed to raise two-way trade to US$20 billion and double bilateral investment during talks between Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and Australian Governor-General Sam Mostyn in Hanoi on Wednesday.
Heavy rain floods many parts of Vietnam’s highland Da Lat
Vietnam News 9 hours agoHours of heavy rain left parts of Da Lat, a popular highland destination in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam, under water on Wednesday afternoon, making it difficult for residents to get around.
Vietnam may host both Asian Cup qualifiers against Nepal as protests persist in Kathmandu
Vietnam News 9 hours agoThe Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has asked Vietnam if they are willing to host both legs of their upcoming 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers against Nepal, amid ongoing protests in Kathmandu and concerns over stadium readiness, a Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) official said.
2 earthquakes hit Quang Ngai in central Vietnam
Vietnam News 10 hours agoTwo earthquakes measuring 3.0 and 4.5 in magnitude struck Quang Ngai Province in central Vietnam early on Thursday, according to the Earthquake and Tsunami Warning Center under the Institute of Earth Sciences.
Ho Chi Minh City residents wade through flooded streets at rush hour as high tide hits again
Ho Chi Minh City 5 hours agoHigh tide on the Saigon River reached 1.52-1.57 meters late on Wednesday afternoon, forcing residents in Ho Chi Minh City to wade through waterlogged streets on their way home.
High tide, heavy rain flood Ho Chi Minh City streets at rush hour
Ho Chi Minh City 1 day agoHeavy rain combined with peak high tide flooded streets across Ho Chi Minh City late Tuesday afternoon, forcing commuters to wade through water during rush hour.
Ho Chi Minh City zoo adopts new care practices, including animal pedicures, to improve elephant welfare
Ho Chi Minh City 1 day agoElephants at the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Ho Chi Minh City are receiving specialized foot care and health treatments as part of a new initiative to improve their overall well-being, project organizers said.
Ho Chi Minh City to expand smart ticketing across all public transport
Ho Chi Minh City 1 day agoThe Ho Chi Minh City administration on Tuesday afternoon held a working session with Mastercard Group to discuss expanding fast, smart ticketing solutions across its public transport systems, including buses and water buses, in addition to the metro.
Ho Chi Minh City to spend $60mn on waterway transport, tourism network
Ho Chi Minh City 2 days agoHo Chi Minh City plans to pour more than VND1.57 trillion (US$60 million) into the upgrade and expansion of its waterway transport infrastructure during the 2025-30 period, aiming to improve regional connectivity and unlock the city’s river tourism potential.
