Vietnam’s Ministry of Transport has announced that construction of the high-speed North-South railway will begin in December 2027, with completion expected by 2035.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to open seven major infrastructure projects, including the newly inaugurated Tan Ky Tan Quy Bridge, to ease traffic ahead of Lunar New Year (Tet) 2025.

As year-end traffic pressures mount, Ho Chi Minh City is exploring temporary measures, including sidewalk use, to address congestion hotspots.

Ho Chi Minh City’s Binh Dien Market is bustling with activity as vendors and buyers gather for red carp, a traditional offering for the Kitchen Gods Day.

A Hanoi court has handed down a six-year prison sentence to Le Tien Phuong, the former chairman of Binh Thuan, for his role in a $13 million state asset loss.

Known for its century-old floriculture tradition, Sa Dec flower village is preparing to distribute millions of blooms while welcoming visitors to its vibrant gardens.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture is stepping up food safety efforts, targeting illegal slaughter operations and improving oversight during the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Over 40,000 cameras will be added to Hanoi’s surveillance system by 2030, creating a comprehensive network for security and traffic monitoring.

The upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday will see fluctuating weather, as northern Vietnam prepares for strong cold fronts and potential frost by late January.

Under architectural management regulations effective from January 10, multi-story buildings will be prohibited in certain areas in Hanoi.

Vietnam experienced a year of extreme natural disasters in 2024, with record-breaking storms, floods, and heatwaves, as experts warn of intensified risks ahead with La Niña.

Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) will begin commercial operations on January 21, introducing ticketed fares and a revised schedule to meet Tet holiday travel needs.

To accommodate the significant travel demand during the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday, airlines have announced an additional 586 flights, adding over 134,000 seats to their schedules from January 17 to February 12.

The Ministry of Transport has formed a dedicated task force to oversee the implementation of the North-South high-speed railway project, a key infrastructure initiative for Vietnam’s development.

Hanoi has officially launched three new electric bus routes, marking a significant step in the capital’s efforts to adopt green transportation and address traffic and environmental challenges.

As the Lunar New Year approaches, the Naval Region 4 Command delivers gifts and heartfelt sentiments to soldiers and residents on the Truong Sa Archipelago, celebrating Vietnam’s traditional Tet festival.

Vietnam’s 2025 weather patterns are expected to be highly unpredictable as La Niña remains active, affecting temperatures and precipitation.

By leveraging camera-based enforcement, Vietnam hopes to transform traffic safety behaviors and reduce road accidents in 2025.

During a Tet celebration program, a Hanoi student was given a surprise reunion with her mother, a peacekeeping physician in South Sudan, highlighting the sacrifices made by families of national heroes.

Residents of District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, are celebrating the revitalization of the Hang Bang Canal, which has turned a polluted waterway into a vibrant community space.