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Contract vehicles to share trip data with police from 2028

Contract passenger transport operators in Vietnam will be required to share transport contract data with the Ministry of Public Security before each trip starting in 2028.

Khanh Hoa begins DNA testing of 2,234 unidentified war martyrs

Khanh Hoa plans to collect DNA samples from 2,234 unidentified martyrs as part of Vietnam's 500-day identification campaign.

Vietnam Airlines flight diverts to Hong Kong for medical emergency

A Vietnam Airlines flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai (China) made an unscheduled landing in Hong Kong after a passenger experienced a medical emergency onboard.

Seven jailed in Vietnam kidney trade brokered through social media

A Hanoi court has sentenced seven people for operating a kidney trafficking network that used Facebook groups to connect financially struggling sellers with patients in need of transplants.

16 fireworks displays planned across Ho Chi Minh City on July 2

Ho Chi Minh City will stage fireworks displays at 16 locations on July 2 as part of celebrations marking 50 years since the city was officially named after President Ho Chi Minh.

Hanoi to impose temporary traffic restrictions on June 24-25

Traffic diversions and vehicle restrictions will be in place near the National Convention Center in Hanoi this week.

Ho Chi Minh City announces 134 free bus routes

Ho Chi Minh City’s centre for public transport management announced on June 22 the implementation of a programme to provide 100% bus fare support from July 1 through December 31.

Many Red River bridge projects race to finish before APEC 2027

Several major bridges spanning the Red River are being built simultaneously in Hanoi, with several key projects targeted for completion before the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in 2027

Special train service to connect Bach Mai Hospital campuses in Hanoi & Ninh Binh

Vietnam Railways will launch the Bach Mai Train on June 26 to transport hospital staff between Hanoi and Ninh Binh.

No certified child car seats yet as Vietnam’s mandate nears

As the deadline for Vietnam’s new child safety seat requirement approaches, consumers remain unclear about which products will officially meet regulatory standards.

Many elderly are hospitalized for depression after falling victim to scams

Many elderly people have been hospitalized suffering from anxiety, insomnia and depression after being victimized by scams, from promotional purchases to large financial investments.

Hanoi to scrap paper monthly bus passes from July 1

Hanoi will discontinue paper monthly bus passes on its subsidised public bus network from July 1, accelerating the rollout of a cashless electronic ticketing system, the municipal Department of Construction said June 23.

Vietnam strengthens elderly care with free annual health checks

The elderly in Vietnam will be entitled to at least one free annual health check-up or screening from 2026 under a revised national programme on elderly care through 2030.

Drone detection system trialed at Da Nang International Airport

Da Nang International Airport on June 23 began a six-day trial of a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) monitoring system designed to detect and track drones and other unauthorised flying devices that could threaten aviation safety.

Da Nang hospital saves 720-gram premature baby born to Singaporean tourists

Doctors at the Da Nang Hospital for Women and Children have successfully saved and cared for an extremely premature baby girl weighing just 720 grams at birth, the daughter of a Singaporean couple visiting Vietnam.

Hanoi launches reward fund to honour outstanding local and foreign contributors

Hanoi has established a new reward fund designed to recognise and encourage outstanding contributions from both Vietnamese and foreign individuals, households and organisations that help advance the development of Vietnam's capital.

Warning signs missed before fatal crimes driven by jealousy and revenge

A series of deadly crimes linked to relationship disputes and extreme jealousy has raised urgent questions about how similar tragedies can be prevented before they occur.

Vietnam moves to separate vehicle flows in major traffic overhaul

Vietnam’s Traffic Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security is developing a model framework for road traffic organisation aimed at creating a transport system that is safer, more efficient and more orderly.

Groundbreaking set for martyrs’ remains search at Le Thi Rieng Park

Ho Chi Minh City will begin excavating a suspected collective martyrs’ grave at Le Thi Rieng Park following historical and scientific investigations.

Ho Chi Minh City to launch 13 mega projects worth over $10 billion

A record investment package will see Ho Chi Minh City begin construction on transport, port and urban renewal projects in July.