This week in Vietnam
This week in Vietnam, economic policy discussions centered on a proposed 7.8% minimum wage increase for 2027, sparking debate between the National Wage Council and the VCCI. Concurrently, infrastructure development was highlighted with plans for the Phu Yen-Dak Lak expressway and the opening of private ports in Quang Ngai, alongside efforts to resolve stalled projects in Khanh Hoa. Local governance also saw attention, with Vinh Long implementing AI in government and Ho Chi Minh City addressing urban development and public safety concerns.
About Vietnam
Vietnam is a captivating Southeast Asian nation renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking natural landscapes, from the dramatic karst formations of the north to the fertile Mekong Delta in the south. Its rapidly growing economy and unique geography offer diverse experiences for visitors and residents alike. However, the media landscape operates under extensive state control, ensuring that news coverage consistently aligns with the positions of the ruling Communist Party.
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Media landscape
All media in Vietnam is state-controlled or state-supervised, with independent journalism not permitted. Coverage consistently reflects the positions of the Communist Party.
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Lai Chau floods kill four, seven injured; four missing
- Heavy rains and flash floods in Lai Chau province, Vietnam, have resulted in four deaths and seven injuries. - Authorities discovered three more bodies, bringing the total confirmed fatalities to fo…
Vietnam Digitizes War Records for Veterans and Families
- Vietnam's National Archives is preserving over 72,000 records and mementos from individuals who served in the South during the war ('đi B'). - These documents will be digitized to allow veterans and…
Heavy Rains Forecast for Northern Vietnam; Four Provinces Warned of Flash Flood Risk
- Northern Vietnam is forecast to experience heavy rain today, with four provinces warned of potential flash floods and landslides. - Several areas in the Northwest region received significant rainfal…
Vietnam police investigate driver who blocked ambulance for 2km
- Tuyen Quang provincial police are investigating a driver who refused to yield to an ambulance for nearly 2 kilometers. - The ambulance was transporting a critical patient and had its lights and sire…
Ho Chi Minh City Honors Non-Specialized Grassroots Workers
- Ho Chi Minh City's Dat Do commune honored its non-specialized grassroots workers for their contributions to political stability and socio-economic development. - These individuals serve as the close…
Floods in Lai Châu, Vietnam, leave one dead, isolate over 4,600 people
- Flooding in Lai Châu province, Vietnam, has resulted in one death, six suspected disappearances, and two injuries as of July 17. - The floods have destroyed 13 houses and damaged many others, leavin…
Hundreds of tourists stranded on Cu Lao Cham island safely brought ashore
- Approximately 300 tourists, mostly foreigners, were safely brought back to the mainland from Cu Lao Cham island after being stranded for nearly a day due to rough seas. - The rescue operation was co…
Three more martyrs' remains found at Ho Chi Minh City park
- Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have recovered three more sets of martyrs' remains at Le Thi Rieng Park on July 17. - This brings the total number of discovered remains to 96, along with two collect…
Central Vietnam faces 6-day heatwave; El Niño to influence weather
- Central Vietnam is forecast to experience a six-day heatwave starting July 18, with temperatures reaching 35-37 degrees Celsius. - While not excessively intense, the heat combined with low humidity …
Tanker truck crash into house kills one in Dong Nai, Vietnam
- A tanker truck crashed into a house in Dong Nai city, Vietnam, on July 17, 2026. - The accident resulted in one fatality and one injury. - Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Devastating Flash Flood Engulfs Lai Châu, Vietnam; Family Missing
- A devastating flash flood swept through Mường Than commune in Lai Châu province, Vietnam, on July 17. - The flood, described as the largest in living memory, submerged homes, destroyed a national hi…
Texas Tech University experts discuss deciphering archival materials related to martyrs Huỳnh Văn Quên and Đặng Thùy Trâm
- Experts from Texas Tech University are deciphering archival materials related to two Vietnamese martyrs, Huỳnh Văn Quên and Đặng Thùy Trâm. - A key clue, the symbol '962' on Huỳnh Văn Quên's belongi…
Quang Ngai Province Struggles with Slow Public Investment Disbursement
- Quang Ngai province in Vietnam has only disbursed 29.5% of its public investment capital, totaling approximately 2.115 trillion VND out of a planned 7.161 trillion VND. - Key reasons for the slow di…
An Giang Police Dismantle Illegal Motorcycle Modification Workshop
- An Giang provincial police busted a motorcycle modification workshop in Vinh Hau commune. - The workshop illegally modified vehicles using parts purchased online. - Authorities seized several modifi…
Dak Lak Traffic Police Process Over 66,000 Violations in Six Months
- Dak Lak province's traffic police handled over 66,000 traffic violations in the first half of 2026. - Speeding violations were the most common, followed by drunk driving and driving under the influe…
Math '10-point' case: Vietnamese language teacher from Tuyên Quang High School for the Gifted surrenders
- A Vietnamese language teacher and exam site secretary has surrendered to police in Tuyên Quang province. - She is implicated in a case involving the abuse of power related to exam score manipulation…
Tây Ninh Health Director Addresses Unused Dialysis Machines at Long An Hospital
- A report claimed many artificial kidney dialysis machines at Long An General Hospital were unused due to staff shortages. - The Director of the Department of Health of Tây Ninh province refuted thes…
Drivers evade traffic fines using various tactics, police warn
- Traffic police in Phu Tho province are encountering drivers who deliberately evade "cold" fines. - Evasion tactics include not answering phones, refusing mail, or claiming the vehicle was sold. - Po…
Ho Chi Minh City: Củ Chi hands over gratitude homes to policy families
- Củ Chi commune in Ho Chi Minh City handed over two houses to families of policy beneficiaries with difficult circumstances. - The handover ceremony, held on July 17, 2026, was part of activities com…
Vietnam Busts $8.5 Million World Cup Betting Ring
- Ha Tinh police in Vietnam have busted an inter-provincial online football betting ring during the World Cup 2026. - The operation resulted in the arrest of nine individuals and the seizure of over 2…
Deputy Prime Minister: All effective judgments must be strictly enforced
- Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister stressed that all effective legal judgments must be strictly enforced. - Enforcement should prioritize citizens' legal rights and interests, and asset recovery. - The…
Bus plunges off highway in Vietnam, killing four and injuring many
- A bus carrying 32 passengers veered off the Phap Van-Cau Gie highway in Hanoi early on July 17, resulting in four deaths. - Injured passengers were rushed to Viet Duc Friendship Hospital, where emer…
Ho Chi Minh City Police Seek Owners of Cats Seized in Theft Ring Bust
- Police in Dong Thạnh commune, Ho Chi Minh City, are searching for the owners of dozens of cats seized in a large-scale cat theft operation. - Authorities discovered 49 live cats and 6 processed cats…
Skilled harvesters pick nearly 30-year-old durian trees in Can Tho
- Durian harvesters in Can Tho City, Vietnam, use skilled techniques to pick nearly 30-year-old Ri6 durian trees from heights of dozens of meters. - The harvest involves precise coordination between c…
Hong Phuc Gold Shop in My Tho Temporarily Suspends Operations for Over Two Months
- Hong Phuc gold shop in My Tho, Dong Thap province, Vietnam, announced a temporary closure of over two months. - The closure, from July 16 to September 19, is for restructuring and improving service …
Lưu ý quan trọng khi đăng kiểm: Chủ xe không đặt lịch qua app TTDK từ 14.7
- Vietnam's Directorate for Roads has stopped cooperating with the TTDK app for vehicle inspection appointments. - Vehicle owners are advised to go directly to inspection centers as capacity is now su…
Vietnam Farmers Battle Mysterious Crop Deaths Amidst Economic Woes
- Farmers in Dong Thap province, Vietnam, are facing significant losses as their crops die unexpectedly. - Authorities are investigating the cause, while affected farmers struggle to prepare for the n…
Former education official arrested for bidding violations causing nearly $70,000 loss
- Nguyen Van Chuong, a former official from the Nam Tra My District Education and Training Department in Quang Nam province, has been arrested and detained for four months. - He is accused of violatin…
Bus plunges off expressway in Hanoi, killing four
- A bus crashed off an expressway in Hanoi, Vietnam, killing four people. - The 38-seat sleeper bus veered off the Pháp Vân expressway and fell onto a service road. - Authorities are investigating the…
Nine Public Works Projects Completed Without Investment Approval in Nghe An
- Nine public works projects in Nghe An province, Vietnam, were completed and put into use without proper investment procedures or approvals. - These projects, including a school car park and rural ro…
Ho Chi Minh City Transforms Healthcare with Lifelong Management Model Centered on Community Stations
- Ho Chi Minh City's Health Department is implementing a new model for lifelong health management, centering on community health stations (TYT). - Under this model, 100% of residents will undergo regu…
Photocopy shop owner arrested for making thousands of fake documents and seals to sell
- A photocopy shop owner in Nghe An, Vietnam, has been arrested and charged with forging official documents and seals. - The suspect allegedly created thousands of fake documents, including seals from…
Vietnam Honors War Veterans Ahead of Martyrs Day, PM Pledges Continued Support
- Vietnamese Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng visited a center for war veterans and martyrs in Ninh Bình province on July 16, ahead of Vietnam's War Invalids and Martyrs Day. - The center, operating for ne…
Vietnam warns 15 provinces of heavy rain, flood risks
- Vietnam's National Committee for Disaster Prevention has asked 15 provinces and cities to prepare for heavy rain, flash floods, and landslides. - Forecasters predict rainfall exceeding 300 mm in som…
Da Nang Secretary Demands Swift Resolution of Stalled Projects
- Da Nang's Party Secretary, Le Ngoc Quang, inspected key projects facing prolonged difficulties on July 16. - He urged officials to quickly resolve issues hindering investment and unlock resources, e…
Lam Dong accelerates land clearance for two key expressways
- Lam Dong province is accelerating land clearance and resettlement for two key highway projects to meet construction deadlines. - Significant progress has been made on the Bao Loc - Lien Khuong and T…
Phú Quốc Restores Water Supply After Pipeline Rupture
- Phú Quốc's water supply branch repaired a broken pipeline in An Thoi, restoring service to nearly 3,000 households. - The rupture, discovered on July 14, was caused by construction equipment during …
Ca Mau Home Affairs: Funds Used for Audit Were Center's Responsibility, Not Personal
- The Ca Mau Department of Home Affairs stated that former Director Tran Quoc Viet borrowed money from the center to pay off audit findings, not to cover personal wrongdoing. - The department clarifie…
Suffocating Rescue: Injured Man Saved from 4th Floor in Ho Chi Minh City
- Firefighters rescued a man injured and trapped on the fourth floor of a construction site in Ho Chi Minh City. - The rescue operation was challenging due to the narrow space and sharp turns in the s…
Vietnam's Quang Ngai province opens two private ports for offshore fishing
- Two private fishing ports in Quang Ngai province, Vietnam, Sa Ky and Binh Chau, have been officially designated for offshore fishing vessels and for certifying seafood origin. - These designations a…
Broken Pipe in Phu Quoc Leaves Nearly 3,000 Households Without Drinking Water
- A broken water pipe in Phu Quoc has left nearly 3,000 households in An Thoi without running water for three days. - The break occurred when an excavator damaged the pipe while clearing drainage duri…
Proposal to Increase Minimum Wage by 7.8% from January 1, 2027, Agreed Upon
- Vietnam's National Wage Council has unanimously proposed a 7.8% increase in the regional minimum wage, effective January 1, 2027. - The proposal follows negotiations where labor representatives init…
Vietnam's Phu Yen-Dak Lak Expressway Project to Start Construction in 2027
- Vietnam plans to develop the Phu Yen - Dak Lak expressway, a project over 200 km long, with investment expected before 2030. - Phase 1, spanning about 120 km from Bai Doc port to Buon Ho, is slated …
Vietnam: Driver fined for 115 km/h speed on 80 km/h highway
- Police in Dong Nai, Vietnam, caught a driver speeding at 115 km/h in an 80 km/h zone. - The driver, identified as B.H.Đ, was fined 7 million VND and had 4 points deducted from his license. - Traffic…
Vinh Long applies artificial intelligence to government workplace
- Vĩnh Long province is implementing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance efficiency and service in its government sector. - AI is expected to reduce manual tasks, speed up processing, and improve …
Ho Chi Minh City Police Warn of Fire Danger at Ports After Series of Fishing Boat Fires
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, has seen multiple fishing boat fires recently while docked, causing significant property damage. - The fires pose a serious risk to human life and property in the city's p…
VCCI: Proposed minimum wage hike is too high
- The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) deems the proposed minimum wage increase of 8-9% too high. - VCCI will negotiate with the National Wage Council to find a suitable adjustment for …
From Sea to Forest: Once Upon a Time, Sa Huynh Carried Fish to Trade for Rice
- The article describes the traditional fishing and fish sauce-making practices of the Sa Huynh community in Quang Ngai province, Vietnam. - It highlights the historical practice of fishermen going ou…
Vietnam's 'Fines on Sight' System Expands with Citizen Help
- Vietnam's traffic police received over 10,000 citizen reports on traffic violations in six months. - These reports, captured by citizens using phones or cameras, are increasingly used for "fines on …
Vietnam's minimum wage hike for 2027 debated: January or July start?
- Vietnam's National Wage Council will meet to negotiate proposed minimum wage increases for 2027. - Labor unions propose raising the minimum wage by 8.5% or 9.8% starting January 1, 2027, citing risi…
Thanh Niên newspaper's five-year journey supporting orphans
- Thanh Niên newspaper launched a program in September 2021 to support orphans of the COVID-19 pandemic. - The initiative, "Accompanying Children on Their Life's Journey," has raised over 76.2 billion…
Vietnam highway interchange design to change to avoid wartime bunkers
- A proposed design change for a highway interchange in Vietnam involves rerouting to avoid six wartime military bunkers. - The bunkers were discovered during construction of the Cam Lo-La Son express…
Authorities investigate 'An Yen Village' land promotion in Vietnam's Dak Lak
- Authorities in Ea Kiết commune, Đắk Lắk province, are investigating the promotion of a "Làng An Yên 38 hộ dân" (An Yen Village 38 households) project. - The land advertised is actually agricultural …
Ho Chi Minh City Converts Two Former District Offices into Schools, Pilots Integrated Health Model
- Ho Chi Minh City will convert two former district headquarters into schools. - The city is piloting a school health model integrated with local health stations. - This initiative aims to improve edu…
Khanh Hoa plans to resolve 18 stalled BT projects
- Khanh Hoa province is developing a plan to resolve issues with 18 Build-Transfer (BT) projects. - These projects have been stalled for years due to payment mechanisms, legal hurdles, and land alloca…
Hanoi Chairman Urges Proactive Decision-Making for Common Good
- Hanoi's Chairman Vũ Đại Thắng encourages officials to proactively propose and decide matters for the common good. - He acknowledged that the city's achievements have not yet matched its potential an…
Ho Chi Minh City Leaders Visit and Honor Vietnamese Heroic Mothers
- Leaders from Ho Chi Minh City visited and paid tribute to Vietnamese Heroic Mothers on July 15. - The visits coincided with the upcoming commemoration of the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Mar…
Tuyên Quang reports 26 violators in math exam cheating scandal to Prime Minister
- Authorities have confirmed 26 individuals violated laws in a cheating scandal involving math exam scores in Tuyên Quang province. - The provincial government reported the findings to Prime Minister …
8-year-old boy dies from electrocution while retrieving kite from rooftop
- An 8-year-old boy in Phu Rieng commune, Dong Nai province, Vietnam, died after being electrocuted while trying to retrieve a fallen kite. - The incident occurred when the boy climbed onto a neighbor…
Prime Minister: Reorganize communes and schools if necessary
- Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng urged Lạng Sơn province to review and propose reorganizing communes and villages if necessary. - He also stressed the importance of evaluating the quality of grassroots o…
Báo Thanh Niên Wins A-Grade Award for Civil Judgment Enforcement Series
- Báo Thanh Niên won an A-grade award for its series on civil judgment enforcement. - The series highlighted the sector's historical transformation, including IT application and manual process shifts.…
Ho Chi Minh City village chiefs to receive monthly allowances up to 6.7 million dong
- Village and neighborhood chiefs in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, will receive monthly allowances ranging from 5.4 to 6.7 million Vietnamese dong starting July 1. - This increase is part of a city-wide …
Ho Chi Minh City Development Research Institute Adds Six Leaders
- Ho Chi Minh City's Development Research Institute has received six new leadership appointments from various city departments. - The new officials include deputy heads of departments, directors, and …
Vietnam proposes easing disciplinary rules for civil servants, expanding exemptions
- Vietnam's Ministry of Home Affairs proposes expanding grounds for disciplinary exemption or mitigation for civil servants. - The draft decree includes provisions for officials who innovate or act wi…
Ho Chi Minh City Expands Tran Binh Trong Street Fivefold Around Ho Thi Ky Market
- Ho Chi Minh City is widening Tran Binh Trong Street to 23 meters, expanding it fivefold to accommodate four lanes of traffic. - The project aims to improve traffic flow around the busy Ho Thi Ky flo…
Vietnam Debates Land Subdivision Sales Amid Urban Growth Concerns
- Vietnam is exploring land subdivision and sale as a real estate business model. - This method is controversial and raises concerns about urban development. - The practice could lead to uncontrolled …
Hanoi's Truong Dinh old housing to be rebuilt as two 33-story apartment towers
- Hanoi's Truong Dinh old collective housing area will be redeveloped into two 33-story apartment buildings. - The approved master plan covers over 14,600 square meters, including 10 existing 2-story …
Ho Chi Minh City's An Phu Intersection Overpass Set to Open by End of July
- The N4 overpass at the An Phu intersection in Ho Chi Minh City is nearing completion and is expected to open by the end of July. - This new overpass will connect Dong Van Cong street to Mai Chi Tho …
Ho Chi Minh City Healthcare Staff Leave Posts Amid Heavy Workloads
- Ho Chi Minh City faces a severe shortage of healthcare workers at grassroots medical stations, with nearly 1,900 staff needed. - In the first six months of 2026, 198 staff left or transferred, while…
Ca Mau company's suspension of leader lacked proper legal procedure, authorities find
- The Department of Home Affairs in Ca Mau province, Vietnam, found that the suspension of a company leader was not conducted according to legal procedures. - The company suspended its Party Secretary…
74 sets of fallen soldiers' remains recovered at Ho Chi Minh City park
- Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, have recovered 74 sets of remains of fallen soldiers at Le Thi Rieng Park. - The latest recovery includes five additional sets of remains and four artifacts…
Vietnam Proposes State Compensation for Unprotected Whistleblowers
- Vietnam's government proposes state compensation for individuals who are not protected when reporting corruption, waste, or negativity. - The draft law aims to amend regulations on state compensatio…
Dong Nai police investigate murder case resulting in three deaths
- Police in Dong Nai province are investigating a murder case that resulted in three deaths. - The victims were identified as a 60-year-old mother, her 36-year-old daughter, and a 46-year-old man with…
Khanh Hoa: Leaders detached from public may not be reappointed
- Khanh Hoa province in Vietnam has implemented a regulation holding leaders accountable for their actions and decisions. - The regulation requires leaders at provincial, district, and departmental le…
Vietnamese Police Bust Cross-Border Money Laundering Ring Linked to International Scams
- Police in Dak Lak province, Vietnam, have dismantled a cross-border money laundering ring linked to an international fraud organization operating in Cambodia. - Five individuals have been arrested a…
Martyr Remains Search Campaign Deeply Moves Vietnamese People
- A campaign to find and collect the remains of martyrs has deeply touched the Vietnamese people, according to a senior official. - The "500 Days and Nights" campaign involved widespread public partic…
Hanoi's Old Apartments: 'Time Bombs' Facing Slow Renovation
- Many old apartment buildings in Hanoi are considered 'time bombs' due to their dilapidated state. - Renovation efforts have been slow, with less than 10% completed in the past decade. - City officia…
Long Thanh Airport Welcomes 80 New Staff in Latest Recruitment Drive
- Long Thanh International Airport has received 80 new personnel, bringing the total to over 250. - These new hires fill positions in eight departments and four centers, supporting the airport's ongoi…
Why Are Many Prime Beachfront 'Golden Lands' in Nha Trang Still Abandoned?
- Numerous prime beachfront properties along Nha Trang's Trần Phú coastal road remain undeveloped or stalled, causing significant waste. - These 'golden land' plots, considered the city's prime fronta…
Body of 5-Year-Old Boy Found in Sea Drowning Incident
- Authorities found the body of a 5-year-old boy in Sa Huỳnh, Quảng Ngãi, who drowned nearly two days prior. - The child had been swimming with two older relatives when a large wave swept them away. -…
Vietnam Proposes Ending Apartment Ownership at Building Expiration
- Vietnam's Ministry of Construction proposes ending apartment ownership rights when buildings reach their expiration date or require demolition. - The draft law aims to align apartment ownership with…
Lam Dong collects DNA samples from 651 unidentified martyrs' graves
- Lam Dong province is collecting DNA samples from 651 unidentified martyrs' graves at the Lam Dong Martyrs' Cemetery. - The initiative aims to use DNA testing to identify the remains and return the n…
Vietnamese rescue troops return from Venezuela, hailed for humanitarian efforts
- Vietnamese armed forces returned home July 8, 2026, after a humanitarian mission in Venezuela following devastating earthquakes. - A contingent of 124 soldiers and police officers provided search an…
AI cameras catch traffic violations in Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City is using AI-powered cameras to detect and record traffic violations, even without traffic police present. - The system captures offenses like running red lights, illegal lane change…
Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training adopts new organizational structure
- Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training has a new organizational structure, effective July 12, 2026. - The ministry will now have 16 units, a reduction of two from its previous structure. - The…
Ho Chi Minh City health stations face critical doctor shortages
- Several health stations in Ho Chi Minh City are facing staff shortages, particularly a lack of doctors. - Officials are implementing a rotation system for medical staff from higher-level facilities …
Vietnam busts football betting rings, arrests 97 suspects over $140 million transactions
- Vietnamese police arrested 97 suspects for organizing and participating in large-scale football betting rings. - The rings, operating across multiple provinces, used the Bong88.com website and facil…
Ho Chi Minh City Health Department Receives Over 1,000 Complaints, Legal Violations Lead
- Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Health received over 1,000 complaints in the first six months of 2026, with legal violations in healthcare being the most frequent. - The department has digitized an…
Vietnam Adds Five New Expressways to National Plan
- Vietnam's Ministry of Construction has approved the addition of five new expressway projects to the national road network plan for 2021-2030. - These new expressways, totaling nearly 1,000 km, inclu…
All 17 Indian Tourists Rescued After Vietnam Boat Capsize Leave Phu Quoc
- All 17 Indian tourists involved in a boat capsize incident in Phu Quoc, Vietnam, have been safely rescued and have left the island. - The tourists' health has stabilized following the incident. - Th…
Vietnam Military Helicopters Conduct Emergency Rescue Training Over Rach Gia Bay
- A military helicopter unit, the 917th Air Force Regiment, conducted emergency hoist training over Rach Gia Bay in Vietnam. - The training simulated critical rescue scenarios, enhancing the crew's sk…
Ho Chi Minh City Residents Enthusiastically Receive Free Health Screenings
- Residents of Binh Hung Hoa ward in Ho Chi Minh City are receiving free health check-ups. - This initiative is part of a campaign to boost community health. - The free check-ups are being conducted l…
Vietnam Authorities Warn of Water Travel Dangers After Deadly Phu Quoc Boat Capsize
- Authorities are warning of increased risks on waterways following a serious tourist boat capsize incident in Phu Quoc on July 11. - The incident, which caused severe casualties, highlights the need …
Public Security Ministry Proposes Penalties for Foreigners 'Not Present in Vietnam'
- Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security proposes expanding penalties to foreign individuals and organizations that violate administrative laws within Vietnamese territory, even if they are not physica…
Two Drown, One Missing After Beach Incident in Quang Ngai
- Two women drowned and a 5-year-old boy is missing after being swept out to sea while swimming at Sa Huynh beach in Quang Ngai, Vietnam. - Local authorities and border guards are conducting search op…
Vietnam Authorities Investigate Embezzlement of Temple Donations
- Authorities in Lạng Sơn Province, Vietnam, have initiated multiple investigations into the embezzlement of public donations at several temples and historical sites. - Three individuals have been cha…
Vietnam facilitates repatriation of Indian victims from Phu Quoc boat accident
- Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating efforts to support Indian tourists affected by a boat accident in Phu Quoc. - The ministry is facilitating necessary procedures to repatriate th…
Ca Dong people's bloodline: A miracle of unity
- An elderly former soldier in Da Nang, Vietnam, donated over 6 hectares of land to expand a local school. - The 75-year-old, Huynh Quoc Vinh, served in the war and believes education is key to overco…
Vietnam's 'Fine-by-Mail' System Catches Unsuspecting Drivers
- Many drivers in Ho Chi Minh City are surprised to receive traffic violation notices by mail, having believed they escaped penalties due to the absence of traffic police or cameras. - The "fine-by-ma…
Phu Quoc tourist boats, canoes temporarily halt operations
- Numerous tourist boats and canoes in Phu Quoc have temporarily suspended operations on July 12. - Boat owners cited concerns following a capsizing incident on July 11 as the reason for the voluntary…
