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Vietnam Coast Guard Vessel CBS 8001 on friendly visit to Indonesia

Vietnam’s coast guard vessel CBS 8001 arrived at Tanjung Priok Port in Indonesia on August 25, as part of a programme to exchange experiences and ramp up cooperation with the Indonesian Coast Guard.

Fish deaths, coral damage found off Khanh Hoa coast

The Department of Agriculture and Environment of the southern central province of Khanh Hoa is verifying reports of mass fish deaths and broken coral on the seabed near the Hon Bac area.

Nghe An bans outdoor movement as typhoon Kajiki nears

Authorities in Nghe An Province have ordered residents to stay indoors as Typhoon Kajiki brings heavy rain and strong winds, while more than 28 communes in neighbouring Ha Tinh have lost power.

Vietnam cancels flights and trains as Typhoon Kajiki disrupts transport

Hundreds of flights in Vietnam have been disrupted and several trains cancelled due to Typhoon Kajiki which is forecasted to hit the central region on Monday afternoon.

Tho Xuan, Dong Hoi airports closed ahead of Typhoon Kajiki

Tho Xuan Airport in Thanh Hoa Province and Dong Hoi Airport in Quang Tri will be shut today, August 25, as Typhoon Kajiki is expected to hit Vietnam's central region.

Hanoi announces National Day fireworks displays

Hanoi will stage six fireworks shows, combining high-and low-altitude displays at five locations, on National Day, September 2.

Tropical depression may intensify into East Sea storm

A tropical depression is forecast to enter the East Sea this afternoon and could strengthen into a storm affecting Vietnam’s central region.

Poisoning suspected in deaths of hundreds of old Hue pine trees

Authorities in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue are investigating the case of hundreds of old pine trees that have withered and died, amid suspicions of sabotage.

Nearly 100 households in HCM City left without power for three days

Nearly 100 households in Tan Khanh Ward, HCM City have been without electricity for three days after a local collector failed to transfer payments to the power company.

Hanoi stages full rehearsal for National Day parade

Hanoi held the first full-dress rehearsal for the National Day parade on Thursday evening, filling the capital with patriotic spirit as thousands lined the streets to cheer the march.

Crowds flock to Hanoi streets to watch National Day parade rehearsal

Thousands of people from across the country have rushed to Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi to await the first full rehearsal for the upcoming National Day parade.

Heavy rain floods parts of HCM City and Dong Nai

More than three hours of torrential rain early on August 21 left several areas in Dong Nai Province and HCM City under deep water, flooding homes and damaging property.

Crowds flock to My Dinh Stadium to view military equipment

Throngs of people are gathering at My Dinh National Stadium to witness ceremonial artillery and modern military and police equipment prepared for the coming National Day parade.

Vietnam and Australia vow to soon realize USD 20 billion trade target

Vietnam and Australia will enhance comprehensive cooperation, aiming to increase bilateral trade to USD 20 billion in the near future.

Hanoi arranges parking areas for National Day celebrations

Hanoi authorities have directed wards and communes to designate local headquarters and public spaces as temporary parking sites to accommodate the upcoming National Day, September 2, celebrations.

Russian military arrive in Hanoi for National Day parade

A Russian military contingent arrived in Hanoi today, August 20, to prepare for the parade and march to mark the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2.

Anti-tank weapons unearthed at Dak Lak construction site

Authorities in Dak Lak Province recovered three M72 anti-tank weapons after a resident found them while digging the foundations of his house.

SpaceX reveals locations for first two Starlink ground stations in Vietnam

SpaceX has finalised the locations of its first two Starlink ground stations in Vietnam, according to a senior executive of FPT, the telecom corporation partnering with the Starlink project.

Two Chinese nationals arrested for stealing VND400 million in Danang

The Criminal Police Department of Danang City Police announced on August 19 the arrest of two Chinese nationals currently under investigation for property theft in the city.

Hanoi moves military hardware to the city centre for national day parade

Authorities in Hanoi transported military equipment to the city centre on the night of August 19 in preparation for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the National Day on September 2.

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