Syre plans to build 'gigascale' textile recycling plant in central Vietnam

Swedish textile recycling company Syre is accelerating plans to develop a global network of recycling plants, with its first gigascale factory expected to break ground in 2027 in central Gia Lai province of Vietnam.

Renowned French pianist Dana Ciocarlie to go on Vietnam tour

Famous French pianist Dana Ciocarlie will go on a special concert tour in Vietnam from November 29 to December 7.

Lam Dong police summon 6 people for spreading false information on social media

The Lam Dong provincial Department of Public Security announced on November 24 that it has summoned six individuals for spreading false information about the recent natural disasters that caused public concern.

Vingroup pledges additional 19 million USD for central region flood relief

This marks the group’s second major contribution in less than two months, following the 500 billion VND pledged on October 1 for post-Typhoon Bualoi recovery, bringing its total donation to 1 trillion VND.

Million-hectare low-emission rice project shifts farmer mindset

A Mekong Delta project on one million hectares of low-emission rice by 2030 is shifting farmers’ mindsets toward responsible, green-aligned production.

HCM City – An attractive destination on Michelin’s culinary map

Time Out magazine also describes Vinh Khanh as a lively, energetic street that embodies the very soul of Ho Chi Minh City’s street food culture.

Organs from neurologically deceased donors save 29 lives within two weeks

Surgeons at the 108 Military Central Hospital successfully carried out a multi-organ transplant using organs from a brain-dead donor on November 22, marking two consecutive weeks in November during which the hospital has helped save 29 patients.

Railway services disrupted, routes cut short by south-central floods

The Vietnam Railways Corporation has announced further service disruptions on several passenger and freight routes from November 25-27 due to severe flooding in the south-central region, particularly along the Dieu Tri-Nha Trang section.

South African media spotlights inclusive cooperation with Vietnam

South African media spotlighted economic and trade ties as a centerpiece of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s visit to the country for the G20 Summit and bilateral engagements from November 21-24

PM demands urgent post-typhoon resolution

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has demanded the rapid finalisation of a draft Resolution outlining recovery measures for areas ravaged by recent storms and floods in central and Central Highlands regions.

Storm No. 15 set to hit mainland amid cold air front

Storm No. 15 is forecast to form over the East Sea around November 26, just as a cold air front is expected to intensify, raising concerns over unpredictable developments.

Hanoi woman graduates top of her university class at nearly 40

Mai Hoa, 38, graduates as valedictorian from Vietnam University of Fine Arts after leaving her office job to pursue her passion.

Three breakout Vietnamese music stars who conquered 2025

Hoa Minzy, Duc Phuc and Phuong My Chi didn’t just dominate charts - they redefined modern Vietnamese music with bold cultural expressions.

Vietnam lags 20–40 years behind in requiring car seats for children

From the US to Japan, child restraint systems have long been compulsory. Vietnam’s upcoming law reflects a long-overdue change in mindset.

Vietnam’s copyright crisis exposed by mass theft of ‘Red Rain’

Despite being released for free, the historical film "Mua Do" (Red Rain) was pirated across hundreds of websites within hours.

Renowned Vietnamese mathematician Le Dung Trang passes away at 78

Professor Le Dung Trang, one of Vietnam’s most internationally recognized mathematicians, has passed away in Pau, France, on the night of November 19. He was 78.

Dialogue discusses stronger Vietnam-Bulgaria cooperation, trade

A VN-Bulgaria business dialogue, co-organised by the Vietnamese Embassy and Burgas Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has drawn the participation of representatives from the Burgas Municipality, local sectoral associations, and nearly 50 companies.

VN to stop accepting passports for banking transactions from January 1, 2026

Under the new regulations, customers must use a chip-based ID card, a standard ID card, or a level-2 electronic ID for identity verification. Passports will no longer be considered valid identification documents for banking procedures.

Vietnam earns 1.1 billion USD from shrimp exports to China

Shrimp exports to China and Hong Kong reached 1.1 billion USD in the first 10 months of this year, marking a significant rise of 64%, the highest growth among all markets.

Coach Kim Sang-sik calls up Vietnam’s strongest men for SEA Games 33 in Thailand

Korea coach Kim Sang-sik announced a list of 28 players who will help Vietnam hunt the SEA Games title in the upcoming 33rd edition next month in Thailand.

Forty-four passenger trains stop running due to flooding in central region

As road transport paralysed in many areas, railway authorities have provided 9,400 complimentary main meals and 6,100 supplementary meals to stranded passengers.

Gov't leader meets with French President, OECD Secretary-General in South Africa

Meeting with President Macron, PM Chinh affirmed that treasuring and advancing ties with France is an objective requirement and an important choice for Vietnam.

Vietnamese PM meets German, Egyptian, Norwegian leaders in Johannesburg

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held bilateral talks with the leaders of Germany, Egypt, and Norway in Johannesburg on November 23, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit.

APEC arbitration centre debuts office in Da Nang

The APEC Vietnam International Commercial Arbitration Centre has opened a branch in the central city to promote commercial arbitration and mediation services for businesses and investors involved in dispute settlement in central Vietnam.

Vietnamese PM outlines three priorities for a just future at G20

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh put forth three strategic priorities to contribute to a future of fairness, equality, and justice for nations and people worldwide while addressing the G20 Summit’s third session.