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Two fishing vessels detained for illegally storing, transporting VMS devices

The Coast Guard Region 4 Command has detected and detained two fishing vessels illegally storing and transporting vessel monitoring system (VMS) devices belonging to other boats in the southwestern waters.

Vietnam clinches two gold medals at int’l badminton series

Vietnamese athletes won two gold medals in the categories of men’s and women’s singles at the Felet Vietnam International Series 2025 finals in Bac Ninh province on November 2.

Hue Imperial Citadel tourism sites temporarily close due to flooding

The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre announced that starting from 10:00 on November 3, all visitor access to the monuments within the Hue Imperial Citadel has been temporarily suspended

Heavy downpours, floods leave 37 dead, five missing

Heavy rains and floods had caused 37 deaths, and left five missing and 78 injured across the country as of 8:30 on November 3, according to the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority.

15 Vietnamese players compete at 6th ASEAN+ Individual Chess Championships

A 15-member Vietnamese chess team is competing at the 6th ASEAN+ Individual Chess Championships, taking place from November 2 to 10 in the Philippines.

Hanoi’s $12 billion riverside project faces legal and environmental scrutiny

Hanoi is preparing to launch an ambitious riverside boulevard and landscape project along the Red River, with a proposed investment of 300 trillion VND (approximately $12 billion).

Ho Chi Minh City redefines tourism with sustainability at its core

HCM City is not only recognized as one of VN’s most vibrant tourism hubs but is also emerging as a pioneer of responsible tourism - where every step of growth is paired with a commitment to protect the environment, culture, and local communities.

Vietnam's internet speeds surge, now among Southeast Asia’s best

Vietnam is making remarkable strides in telecommunications infrastructure, including 5G, thanks to sound policy direction, strong investment from carriers, and a vibrant competitive landscape.

Hanoi Tourism Ao Dai Festival 2025 promises immersive cultural experiences

The Hanoi Tourism Ao Dai Festival 2025, organized by the Hanoi Department of Tourism, will take place from November 7–9 at the Hanoi Museum and around Hoan Kiem Lake (for the Ao Dai and traditional costume parade).

British tourist raves about sweet dumplings in Hai Phong’s winter chill

A street food dish in Hai Phong, with its distinctive flavor and warming quality, left a British tourist both satisfied and pleasantly surprised by its affordable price of just $0.60 per bowl.

Provocative Vietnamese film crashes at box office debut

Despite bold marketing, Blindfolded Game fails to draw crowds on opening weekend.

Hanoi draws over 3.9 billion USD in FDI in first ten months

Hanoi attracted 14.9 million USD in FDI in October, bringing total FDI inflows in the first ten months of 2025 to 3.91 billion USD, 2.4 times higher than the same period last year, according to the city’s Statistics Office.

Lawmakers to discuss simplification of investment, business procedures

National Assembly (NA) deputies are scheduled to debate six draft laws at a plenary sitting on November 3 as part of their ongoing 10th session.

Vietnam urged to develop high-quality human resources for digital industry

According to statistics, Vietnam currently has nearly 78,000 digital technology companies with approximately 1.9 million workers in the information technology (IT) sector.

PM requests swift action to address flood aftermath in central region

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 2 signed an official dispatch urging ministries, agencies, and localities to promptly address the aftermath of recent floods in central Vietnam.

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.