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Hanoi offers free bus and metro rides for National Day 2025

From August 30 to September 2, passengers can travel free on all subsidized bus routes and metro lines during the 80th National Day holiday.

Russian man fined for reckless driving in Nha Trang leaves Vietnam

After performing dangerous motorbike stunts on Nha Trang streets, the tourist fled to China following a previous traffic violation.

Drivers face tough choices in motorbike-to-electric switch

The ambitious plan to replace 400,000 gas motorbikes with e-bikes in HCMC is hailed as necessary for the environment.

Foreign suspect caught using fake BTS to mimic Vietcombank

Authorities have uncovered fake BTS devices used to impersonate major institutions in a high-tech fraud scheme targeting the public.

Hanoi deploys over 600 traffic police for National Day celebrations

Hundreds of officers and vehicles have been mobilized to ensure absolute safety for Vietnam's 80th National Day event.

Hanoi adjusts road closures for second National Day parade rehearsal

Hanoi Police have announced new road closure times and routes for the second full rehearsal of the National Day parade, starting earlier than previously planned.

Vietnam Today TV channel to debut in September

Vietnam Today, the country's first international TV channel, will officially go on air on September 7, 2025, in celebration of the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2).

Two Vietnamese youths honored in Japan for heroic rescue

Two Vietnamese youths, Tong Manh Tuan and Pham Quoc Dat, were honored by the Fire Department of Tsu city, Mie prefecture, Japan, on August 22 for rescuing two children swept out to sea earlier this month.

Laos recognises Truong Son – Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos as national relic

Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan and her Lao counterpart Pany Yathotou attended a ceremony in Vientiane on August 22 to recognise the “Truong Son Trail – Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos” as a national historical relic of the country.

Press centre opens in Hanoi for exhibition on 80-year journey

The press centre for the exhibition on 80 years of national achievements was inaugurated in Hanoi on August 22, a tribute to the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

Gov't mulls community service as new penalty for traffic offences

Vietnam is set to put the brakes on traffic offences by introducing community service as a supplementary penalty, aiming to ease mounting road safety concerns.

Hanoi awash in flags and flowers ahead of National Day

The capital is transformed with vibrant red and yellow decorations, stirring pride for the 80th anniversary of independence.

Vietnam greets Russian, Laotian, and Cambodian parade units with pride

Hanoi’s streets erupted in applause as foreign troops joined Vietnam’s military parade rehearsal.

Hanoi crowds cheer as thousands of soldiers rehearse historic parade

The capital’s streets came alive as 16,000 soldiers from Vietnam and abroad marched in a powerful parade rehearsal.

Tanks make history with first parade through Hanoi

For the first time ever, tanks and military gear rolled down Hanoi’s streets, dazzling tens of thousands of spectators during a grand night rehearsal.

Tan Son Nhat braces for 130,000 passengers daily during holiday rush

Tan Son Nhat Airport ramps up operations and security for holiday crowds, with flight and passenger numbers up sharply and Terminal T3 playing a key role.

Ho Chi Minh City to host fireworks at four sites for National Day

To celebrate Vietnam’s 80th National Day on September 2, Ho Chi Minh City will stage fireworks displays at four locations, including three high-altitude sites and one low-altitude site.

Foreigners impressed by patriotic crowds at parade rehearsal in Hanoi

Despite difficulties finding transport and food, many foreign visitors said they were fascinated and impressed by the patriotic spirit of Vietnamese people ahead of National Day celebrations.

Aging but undeterred, two elders make heartfelt trips for National Day

A 91-year-old woman and a 74-year-old veteran journey to Hanoi to witness the National Day parade.

Online kidnappers prey on Vietnam’s youth through deepfake and deception

"Online kidnapping" scams using AI and manipulation tactics are targeting Vietnamese youth, warn RMIT experts. Parents are urged to build open, trusting communication.