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Vietnam’s fruit, vegetable exports exceed 7 billion USD in 10 months

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports were estimated at over 7 billion USD in the first 10 months of 2025, up 14% year on year.

Vietnam proposes 0% loans, 30-year terms for high-speed railway investors

The Ministry of Construction has proposed a set of special mechanisms and policies for the North-South high-speed railway project, including loans with 0% interest for up to 30 years and several financial and tax incentives to attract investors.

East Sea may see up to 3 more storms in November, cold air intensifies

This November, intensifying cold air is forecast to affect northern and north-central Vietnam. When combined with storm circulation, this could lead to additional widespread heavy rainfall across the central region.

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.

Hanoi’s drainage system overwhelmed as rainfall far exceeds design limits

Hanoi’s infrastructure can only handle 310mm of rain over two days, yet storms brought 500mm in under 24 hours.

Typhoon Kalmaegi heads for East Sea, may hit central Vietnam with level-17 gusts

Typhoon Kalmaegi is moving rapidly with increasing intensity and is forecast to approach within 430 km of Vietnam’s central coast near Gia Lai by the morning of November 6, packing maximum sustained winds of level 14 and gusts up to level 17.

Digital, green transformation key to Vietnam’s tourism future

Green transition should not only focus on environmental protection but also on preserving cultural heritage and providing tangible benefits to the community.

Vietnam's agricultural potential untapped due to policy, processing gaps

Phan Minh Thong, CEO of Phuc Sinh Group, a leading exporter of pepper and coffee, emphasized that Vietnam has immense potential in agriculture. However, numerous bottlenecks are preventing the country from unlocking its full value.

Prices are escalating on once-overlooked apartments in Hanoi

As Hanoi apartment prices continue to climb, even units once criticized for poor location or feng shui are now selling for billions of dong more than last year.

Flight inspection for Long Thanh int’l airport completed ahead of 2026 launch

The second phase of testing, conducted October 26-29, verified the synchronisation and performance of advanced surveillance systems.

The beauty of silver: Women go viral embracing their natural hair

Putting aside concerns about signs of aging, a growing number of women are now proudly showcasing their silver hair as a symbol of freedom, wellness, and experienced beauty.

‘Online kidnappings’ emerge as new form of digital fraud in Vietnam

Cybercriminals in Ho Chi Minh City are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics, posing as representatives of international scholarship programs to manipulate students and steal massive sums of money - amounting to billions of dong.

Autumn Fair 2025: Vietnam – New Zealand business connectivity strengthened

A New Zealand business delegation led by the ASEAN–New Zealand Business Council (ANZBC) has paid a working visit to Vietnam, where they join the first Autumn Fair 2025, currently taking place at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Hanoi.

Vietnam’s durian exports set to break $3.5 billion record despite setbacks

Despite a series of disruptions, Vietnam’s durian industry has earned over $3.2 billion in export revenue within the first 10 months of 2025. The total annual value is projected to hit an all-time high.

NA to focus on legislative work during third week of 10th session

Lawmakers will concentrate on legislative activities during the third working week of the 15th National Assembly (NA)'s 10th session from November 3 to 7.

Canadian couple enchanted by Hoi An’s 'white rose' dumplings

Beyond cao lau, another specialty of Hoi An has won over a pair of Canadian travelers, who declared they would return to Vietnam just to eat this dish again.

Vietnam, UK aim for sustainable partnership in science, technology

More than 80 education experts, representatives of universities from both Vietnam and the United Kingdom, businesses, and international organisations attended a recent forum in London.

Hanoi cafés shut down after a decade of success

Over 50,000 F&B outlets shut down across Vietnam in 2025. Hanoi cafés are closing amid high rents and shrinking customer traffic.

PM approves 2026–2035 project in support of women-led startups

The government aims for women-owned businesses to make up 30% of all enterprises in Vietnam by 2030, according to a decision recently signed by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Draft Law on E-commerce approved

The Government has issued Resolution No. 352/NQ-CP approving the contents of the draft Law on E-commerce.