This year marks four decades since Vietnam launched Doi Moi, the economic renovation program that broke with communist central planning. It also marks one …
Vietnam court sentences 11 to death in major drug trafficking case, state media reports
A court in Vietnam sentenced 11 people to death in one of the country’s largest drug trafficking cases after an investigation that began when four flight attendants were caught carrying narcotics …
Vietnam exports and imports soar to record levels on AI boom
HO CHI MINH CITY — Vietnam’s eight-month trade volume reached a record $770 billion, the statistics office said Thursday, as the country benefited from artificial intelligence-driven demand for data …
Four subsea cable faults hit Vietnam’s Internet
AAG and TGN IA – have been affected by faults, resulting in a 30% loss of international Internet capacity in Vietnam.
Land Seizures in the Name of Development in Vietnam
More and more Vietnamese are being forcibly displaced to make way for development. Many are reluctant to speak out, because “between a victim and a criminal lies only a fragile line.” …
South China Sea island build-up heightens Vietnam’s security concerns
Hanoi voices strong objections after reports emerge about Chinese construction works in the Paracels archipelago Vietnam faces heightened security in the South China Sea amid reports of construction …
Despite nationwide basic stroke treatment coverage, delays accessing advanced stroke care in Vietnam vary by region, new report finds
Delays occurring before patients reach advanced stroke centres remain a major barrier to timely treatment, with access varying significantly by region, according to a new report, Strengthening Stroke …
Vietnam shines spotlight on MICE in ITE HCMC 2026 trade show
Vietnam’s International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2026) took place from August 27 to 29 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC). Now in its 20th year, ITE HCMC is Vietnam’s …
Vietnam makes remarkable strides in protecting children online: Unicef
HANOI: Vietnam is demonstrating a pioneering role through strong political commitments and decisive action to protect its youngest citizens online, said Unicef’s representative in the country.
Next stop Vietnam for Myanmar leader’s diplomatic tour
Myanmar’s junta-chief turned president, Min Aung Hlaing, will visit Vietnam this weekend, both nations said Tuesday, the latest trip on a regional drive for diplomatic recognition.