Online ‘kidnapping’ scams on the rise in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City police have successfully rescued several victims of an emerging online scam known as “online kidnapping,” where perpetrators impersonate law enforcement officers to isolate and defraud victims and their families.

HCM City accelerates underground cabling to modernise landscape

As Vietnam’s leading economic and cultural hub, Ho Chi Minh City continues to transform itself into a modern, smart metropolis.

Vietnam’s Minh Khai village to pilot plastic waste cleanup with UNDP

UNDP and Norway team up with local officials to launch an ambitious plan to restore the environment at one of Vietnam’s worst plastic pollution hotspots.

Summer serenity in Y Ty: Waterfalls, cloud forests, and local culture

With smooth travel via the Hanoi–Lao Cai expressway, fresh mountain air, and cool summer temperatures around 20°C, Y Ty plateau has become a favored retreat for beating the heat.

Airbus and Boeing aircraft collide on taxiway at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport

Two Vietnam Airlines aircraft collided on a taxiway. Officials cite parking misalignment of the A321 as a contributing factor.

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly and UNESCO Director-General attend youth art exhibition

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and Madam Ngo Phuong Ly visit the Women’s Museum in Hanoi to support girls’ education and empowerment.

Phu Quoc debuts festival honoring 200 years of fish sauce tradition

The first-ever fish sauce festival opens in Phu Quoc, celebrating a centuries-old culinary heritage and iconic national brand.

Twelve resolutions adopted at National Assembly’s 9th session

On June 26, 2025, during the 9th session of the 15th National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, 12 important resolutions were passed. Among these, the Assembly officially elected the Chairman of the National Election Council.

Education Ministry addresses concerns over tough math, English exams

Students were left shocked by the 2025 high school graduation exams in math and English, prompting clarification from the Education Ministry.

Phu Yen’s Ha Truc Linh wins Miss Vietnam 2024 crown

At the grand finale of Miss Vietnam 2024, held in the historic city of Hue, Ha Truc Linh from Phu Yen province was officially crowned the new Miss Vietnam, succeeding Huynh Thi Thanh Thuy.

Market gains momentum, VN-Index rises to 1,371

The Vietnamese stock market surged on June 27, led by strong performances in large-cap stocks, pushing the VN-Index up over 1,370 points.

Cave pagoda goes viral after monk’s TikTok videos captivate millions

Hidden in a rocky cave in Bac Kan province, Thach Long Pagoda has recently drawn increased attention thanks to viral TikTok livestreams by monk Thich Khai Quang.

Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc honored by top global travel magazine

Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc have been named among the best destinations in the Asia-Pacific region by the 2025 Travel + Leisure (T+L) Luxury Awards, organized by the renowned American travel magazine.

Taiwanese tourist dies while having breakfast on Halong Bay cruise

A 68-year-old Taiwanese woman died suddenly while having breakfast aboard a cruise ship in Halong Bay, Quang Ninh, Vietnam.

Over 1,600 tons of toxic lead waste illegally buried in Hanoi suburb

An illegal lead recycling operation has been exposed in Hanoi, with more than 1.6 million kilograms of toxic waste buried.

Burned documents near Hanoi ward office not classified, police confirm

The documents burned near the Co Nhue 2 ward office contained no state secrets, Hanoi police confirmed.

Vietnam abolishes death penalty for 8 crimes: Will Truong My Lan be spared?

A new law abolishing death sentences for select crimes may affect high-profile cases like Truong My Lan’s.

Producer of Thai box office hit joins Da Nang Asian Film Fest

Renowned Thai producer Vanridee Pongsittisak will attend DANAFF III as a guest mentor.

Four provincial leaders reassigned to key roles in National Assembly

The Party Committee of the National Assembly held a midday conference today to announce new leadership appointments.

SJC responds to central bank inspection findings

SJC acting CEO says firm has addressed central bank’s recommendations without major violations.

From boom to burnout: Vietnam's livestream sellers face crisis

What was once a booming trend is now a struggle - livestream sellers in Vietnam face dwindling trust and low sales.

Vietnamese-German player Nam Mi dropped from national women's team

Coach Mai Duc Chung has officially announced the 23-player squad for the Vietnam women’s national team, which will compete in Group E of the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers, held in Viet Tri, Phu Tho from June 29 to July 5.

Vietnam passes revised railway law to attract private investment

Railway reform law encourages private sector with streamlined approvals and financial support.

TPBank reshuffles leadership, relieves two deputy CEOs

Tien Phong Commercial Joint Stock Bank (TPBank) has announced a senior management restructuring within its Executive Board, effective June 26.

Vietnam enacts digital industry law to become global tech hub

Vietnam aims to become a global digital hub with its groundbreaking new law on the digital technology industry.