VIETNAM TODAY

Vietnam’s shrimp exports are receiving positive signals from its two largest markets, China and the US, creating momentum for the sector at the start of 2026.

Police in the central province of Quang Ngai province have secured and safely disposed of 13 wartime mortar shells discovered near a residential property.

Crews in Hanoi are working through the night to dredge the Kim Nguu River, aiming to boost drainage capacity and curb pollution ahead of the rainy season.

Dozens of bauhinia trees in Gia Lai Province have been constricted by iron clamps for years, stunting growth and leaving some to wither, prompting concern among residents.

Traffic police in Hanoi have begun issuing fines to motorcyclists for using mobile phones or wearing headphones while riding, prompting debate among road users.

Vietnam’s internet speeds rose sharply in January 2026, driven by strong improvements in 5G performance, according to data from the i-Speed measurement platform.

The IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems in Austria has held a graduation ceremony for 30 Vietnamese students, the first cohort of a high-quality nursing training programme.

A motorbike taxi driver in Hanoi has returned most of the money he overcharged a female American tourist after being summoned by local police.

More than 360,000 passengers travelled on free bus services in Hanoi during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, up sharply from a year earlier.

Two people were hospitalised after an aggressive buffalo charged at residents in Lao Bao Commune in Quang Tri Province on February 24.

Thaco will launch a passenger car under its own brand in 2027, marking Vietnam’s second homegrown automotive marque after VinFast.

Hanoi City police summoned a motorbike taxi driver for allegedly overcharging an American tourist VND 1 million (USD 39.22) for a 7km journey.

Durian prices have reached their highest level in three years, driven by strong Chinese demand and limited off-season supply.

Police in Tay Ninh Province are seeking 18 suspected human trafficking victims linked to a 2024 case near Moc Bai International Border Gate to obtain statements and expand their investigation.

Ho Chi Minh City will introduce 25 electric bus routes from March 1, raising the share of green vehicles in public transport as it moves towards a more sustainable urban model.

HCM City could face extreme heat during the peak dry season, with temperatures forecast to reach 38-39 degrees Celsius in April, according to a regional weather official.