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Da Nang halts urban project after street collapse swallows two cars

A massive sinkhole opened on Nguyen Cong Tru Street, pulling two cars into a 15-meter-deep chasm. Authorities immediately suspended construction at a nearby urban development site.

Two cars fall into giant sinkhole in central Da Nang street

A section of Nguyen Cong Tru Street in Da Nang City suddenly caved in this afternoon, creating a large sinkhole that swallowed two cars and left a third vehicle precariously hanging at the edge.

Da Nang busts cross-border money laundering ring worth over $2.7 billion

Vietnamese police uncover a massive scam network tied to cybercriminals in Cambodia, seizing thousands of fake IDs and shell accounts.

A new wave of incentives unveiled to lure investors to Da Nang's free trade zone

On the afternoon of November 28, the People’s Committee of Da Nang City hosted an investment promotion conference to introduce its new Free Trade Zone (FTZ) and associated logistics infrastructure.

Da Nang enters global Top 1,000 startup ecosystems for first time

Da Nang has made its debut in the world’s Top 1,000 startup ecosystems, a milestone that underscores the city’s accelerating innovation agenda, according to StartupBlink’s 2024 global ranking.

Da Nang can lead Vietnam’s creative industries with its unique assets

Da Nang is the only city in central Vietnam that owns both rich heritage and advanced technology - two key “treasures” for developing its cultural industries.

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.

Japan’s Mikazuki Group continues to expand investment in Da Nang

Mikazuki Japanese Resorts & Spa on November 18 broke ground on the second phase of its seaside complex in the central city of Da Nang, marking a new step in expanding the Japanese-style resort and entertainment hub on Da Nang Bay.

Over 500 soldiers race through the night to save riverside village from collapse

As floodwaters carved deep into the Thu Bon River’s embankment, threatening over 500 households in Da Nang, hundreds of military personnel launched an emergency nighttime operation to protect the village.

Da Nang remains Vietnam’s fastest 5G city

The city has held the top spot since the start of this year. Its 5G performance is almost 1.5 times higher than runner-up Hai Phong (429.53 Mbps) and even the capital Hanoi (415.73 Mbps).

French Navy cruiser makes courtesy visit to Da Nang

The French frigate Prairial docked at Tien Sa Port for a six-day visit, marking another step in Vietnam–France strategic defense ties.

WWF provides $40,000 to help Da Nang recover from natural disasters

Martin Kabaluapa Kapinga, Chief of Country Offices Division at the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), has presented a symbolic donation of $40,000 to support Da Nang's recovery efforts following the heavy rains and Typhoon Kalmaegi.

Da Nang invests $8 million to build VN's Silicon Bay for AI & semiconductor R&D

Da Nang will invest over $8 million to build high-performance computing infrastructure, supporting chip design and AI development, aiming to become Vietnam's “Silicon Bay.”

Torrential rains flood Da Nang, landslide opens sinkhole near housing block

Da Nang streets flood as rains sweep city, creating a 2-meter-deep sinkhole.

Four dead, four hospitalized after generator gas poisoning in Da Nang

A family tragedy unfolds in Da Nang as toxic fumes from a generator claim four lives during flood-induced power outages.

Da Nang flood crisis worsens, thousands of homes under water

Floods continued to rise across Da Nang on October 28, isolating entire communities and affecting over 65,000 households.

Int’l art exhibition “Heartbeat of Heritage” opens in Da Nang

The international art exhibition “Heartbeat of Heritage” opened on October 27 at the Da Nang Fine Arts Museum, co-organised by the Vietnam Fine Arts Association, Da Nang Fine Arts Association, and Asia Art Link.

Da Nang declares emergency as heavy rains cause severe floods and landslides

The Da Nang administration on October 28 declared a state of emergency for transport infrastructure after days of heavy rain caused severe flooding and landslides across the central city.

Da Nang woman carves out success with handcrafted wooden masterpieces

With 15 years of experience, Le Thi Ha transforms wood into artworks that fetch premium prices, defying the male-dominated nature of the craft.

Da Nang approves real estate projects to raise over $894 million

Five housing projects in Da Nang are now eligible to mobilize nearly $900 million through capital contribution and investment partnerships.