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Quang Ninh sends nearly 45 tonnes of relief supplies to help Lam Dong

The move aimed to implement the Politburo’s direction on overcoming the consequences of recent severe floods in the central region, which assigned Quang Ninh to support Lam Dong.

Vietnam sets CPTPP–EU cooperation as priority for 2026 CPTPP Chairmanship

Vietnam will assume the CPTPP Chairmanship in 2026 and has identified the promotion of cooperation between the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.

At least 72 dead, 13 missing in record floods in south central Vietnam

A record flood in south central Vietnam has killed at least 72 people and left 13 missing, officials report.

PM proposes three strategic assurances for growth at G20 Summit

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivered an important address at the opening ceremony of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, on November 22.

Vietnam Airlines extends free transport of relief goods to flood-hit areas

Vietnam Airlines has extended its free transport programme for relief goods to severely flood-hit provinces in Vietnam’s south central region.

Dak Lak authorities reject rumour of mass flood deaths

Dak Lak authorities have dismissed online claims of mass flood deaths in Hoa Thinh Commune, calling the rumours false and urging residents to rely on official updates.

Vietnam receives 110 citizens returned by Cambodia

Tay Ninh Military Command received 110 Vietnamese citizens returned by Cambodian authorities at the Xa Mat International Border Gate on November 21.

Railway through central Vietnam halted for days after severe floods

Around 100m of railway track across Khanh Hoa Province has been damaged and eroded after days of heavy flooding, causing prolonged disruption to services.

Vietnam, South Africa upgrade bilateral relations to Strategic Partnership

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh of Vietnam and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa agreed to upgrade the Vietnam-South Africa relationship to a Strategic Partnership.

Vietnamese mother seeks two sons adopted in France to settle inheritance

A 69-year-old woman in Tuyen Quang is searching for her two sons, Cuong and Quyen, who were sent to France for adoption in 1993, hoping to reunite and hand over her property to them.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrives in South Africa for G20 Summit

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrived at O.R Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, beginning his official trip to attend the G20 Summit and engage in bilateral meetings in South Africa.

Landslide hit pass linking Nha Trang and Dalat reopens

Song Pha, also known as Ngoan Muc Pass, a major route connecting Nha Trang and Dalat, has reopened after being temporarily closed due to landslides.

Prime minister approves VND 700 billion aid for flood hit provinces

Vietnam has approved VND 700 billion (approximately USD 26.55 million) in emergency support for four provinces severely affected by recent floods.

PM concludes Algeria visit, departs for G20 Summit

A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by PM Pham Minh Chinh left Algeria on November 20, concluding their official visit to Algeria at the invitation of Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb.

41 dead, nine missing as floods hit central Vietnam

At least 41 people have died and nine remain missing as days of severe flooding forced tens of thousands to evacuate across central Vietnam, according to official reports.

Dalat residents rush to buy fuel amid landslide road closures

Residents crowded fuel stations in Dalat on November 20 amid fears of shortages after landslide damage forced the closure of major roads into the city.