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PM inspects construction progress of Gia Binh International Airport

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 7 inspected the progress of the Gia Binh International Airport project in the northern province of Bac Ninh and a road connecting the airport with Hanoi capital city.

Traffic police to test double-decker sleeper buses on mountain highways

Traffic police will conduct field trips using double-decker sleeper buses on several mountainous highways in northern Vietnam to assess road safety conditions and infrastructure suitability for the large passenger vehicles.

First int’l auction to support Vietnamese children with facial differences

An antique vase decorated with a five-clawed dragon and lotus vine motifs will appear at an auction on March 12 hosted by Sloane Street Auctions, an art auction house located on Sloane Street in London.

HCM City aims for additional 30,000 social housing units for workers by 2030

Ho Chi Minh City and its partner, LNT 7979 Service Development JSC, aim to complete at least 30,000 social housing units by 2030, helping meet the rising demand for housing among the city’s workforce.

Ho Chi Minh City aims to become drug free by 2030

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have set a goal of making the entire metropolis drug free by 2030, launching a broad push that combines law enforcement, community prevention programmes and tighter monitoring of trafficking networks.

Nearly 5,000 people join blood donation campaign in Ho Chi Minh City

Nearly 5,000 volunteers, mostly university students and youth union members in Ho Chi Minh City, participated in a blood donation drive on March 8 under the 18th “Chu Nhat Do” (Red Sunday) Campaign.

Police bust major piracy and betting ring behind Xoi Lac TV

Authorities in Hung Yen have arrested dozens of suspects connected to a large-scale online network accused of copyright infringement, illegal gambling and distributing explicit content.

Investigation reveals large-scale counterfeit supplement operation

According to forensic findings, 88 dietary supplement products manufactured by MediPhar and MediUSA were counterfeit. Investigators say Nguyen Nang Manh and his accomplices illegally earned more than VND264 billion (US$10.6 million).

Ho Chi Minh City tightens oversight of large-scale downtown events

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are imposing stricter controls on major events in the downtown after rising complaints about disruptions to daily life.

12th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival opens with vibrant cultural activities

The 12th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival 2026 officially opened on March 6 evening, launching a month-long celebration of Vietnam’s iconic traditional dress under the theme “Golden Threads – Weaving Aspirations”.

Master plan on Da Nang International Airport released

The central city of Da Nang has released a master plan for Da Nang International Airport for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision extending to 2050.

Raising eight children at 32: a mother’s demanding but joyful life

At just 32 years old, Mai Thi Thao from Thach Hoa commune in Quang Tri province is already the mother of eight children after six pregnancies.

Vietnam to introduce national licensing exam for doctors

Each year around 10,000 medical graduates will sit for a national competency assessment designed to standardise professional qualifications and ensure patient safety.

Deer velvet season boosts incomes for farmers in central Vietnam

Farmers in Ha Tinh’s Huong Son area are enjoying a strong deer velvet harvest this year, earning more than VND200 billion (US$8.2 million) thanks to stable prices and rising demand.

Police dismantle illegal streaming network behind Xoi Lac TV

Vietnamese authorities have prosecuted 30 suspects connected to the illegal football streaming website Xoi Lac TV, a platform accused of broadcasting sports content without authorization while promoting online gambling.

A 79-year-old baker travels overnight to sell pandan cakes in Saigon

Twice a week, Mr. Tran Bo travels from An Giang to Ho Chi Minh City to sell pandan coconut cakes late at night. At 79, he stands for hours beside a charcoal stove - driven by a quiet purpose that keeps him going.

Ho Chi Minh City offers free metro, bus rides on election day

Residents in Ho Chi Minh City will enjoy free rides on Metro Line No.1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien) and bus services on March 15 to facilitate local voters' travel on election day.

Road expansion alone won’t solve Hanoi’s traffic woes

As Hanoi widens key urban arteries, the real challenge lies in reorganizing space to avoid repeating old congestion cycles.

Police raid Hanoi apartments, bust gang posing as Japanese police

Authorities in Hanoi dismantled a cross-border cybercrime group accused of impersonating Japanese police officers to defraud victims of billions of dong.

Vietnam courts roll out digital litigation procedures from March 1

Vietnam allows defendants and litigants to file appeals and submit court documents online under Resolution 01/2026, effective March 1.