VIETNAM TODAY

Heavy rain topples power poles, causing blackouts in Gia Lai

Severe rainfall accompanied by strong winds toppled multiple power poles in the Central Highlands Province of Gia Lai's Chu Pah District, causing prolonged power outages and major traffic disruption.

New Vietnam-China int'l road transport route opens

Compared with previous routes, the new corridor saves each truck approximately one day in transport time and reduces costs up to 1,000 CNY (over 138 USD).

Man killed while trying to stop moving bus

A male bus attendant in the central province of Quang Ngai has been fatally struck when trying to stop the runaway vehicle.

Lao Cai–Hanoi–Hai Phong railway work to begin this year

The Vietnamese government has approved an investment plan to construct the Lao Cai–Hanoi–Hai Phong railway line.

Health Ministry warns about COVID-19 resurgence amid global rise

The Ministry of Health (MoH) of Vietnam has demanded close monitoring and the enhancement of the detection and treatment of COVID-19 cases locally as the disease remains complex around the world.

VinSpeed registers 61.35 billion USD investment for high-speed railway

VinSpeed High-Speed Rail Investment and Development JSC has announced its registration to invest in Vietnam’s North–South high-speed railway project, with an estimated investment of 61.35 billion USD.

Remains of 12 Vietnamese martyrs found in Laos

A team from Quang Tri Province's Military Command in charge of repatriating fallen soldiers has discovered the remains of 12 Vietnamese martyrs in Savannakhet province, Laos.

Train hits woman crossing tracks

A woman was struck by a train while crossing the railway tracks during her morning exercise in the northern province of Quang Ninh.

Two modern container terminals opened in northern Vietnam

Container Terminals 3 and 4 at Lach Huyen Port in Haiphong City have been inaugurated, marking a strategic step in the development of an international gateway port system in northern Vietnam.

Vietnam, US promote cooperation in AI, semiconductor

AI and semiconductors have been identified as core sectors for development by both Vietnam and the US in the coming decade.

Government to ramp up inspection on gold trading

The Government has called for stricter market management, intensified inspections and larger penalties for violations in response to the recent developments in domestic gold prices.

US businesses affirm long-term commitment to Vietnam

US enterprises operating in Vietnam have affirmed their commitment to sustainable, long-term investment in the country amid current challenges at a dialogue with PM Pham Minh Chinh in Hanoi on May 13.

More rare wild animals rescued in Hue

Forest protection units in Hue City, Thua Thien-Hue Province, have received several rare wild animals voluntarily handed over by residents.

Illegal deforestation for house construction discovered in Kon Tum

Authorities in Kon Tum Province have launched an investigation after several hectares of natural forest were illegally cleared for unauthorised construction in Ia H’Drai District.

Australia injects AUD2 mil to drive Climate-Smart Innovation in Vietnam

Australia is providing up to AUD2 million in funding to support agricultural innovations that tackle climate change across Vietnam, as part of the fifth round of the Aus4Innovation Partnership Grants.

Unexploded 200kg bomb found in Long An resident’s garden

A 200kg wartime bomb has been discovered buried underground as a resident was digging an irrigation trench in the southern province of Long An.

Vietnamese businesses eye investment opportunities at SelectUSA Summit 2025

More than 100 Vietnamese businesses are taking part in the SelectUSA Investment Summit 2025 from May 11 to 14, aiming to expand cooperation and explore a wealth of investment opportunities in the US.

Monkey troop troubles Ha Long residents

A troop of monkeys from Bai Tho Mountain in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province, has been invading residential areas in search of food, leaving local residents frustrated and concerned.

Thanh Hoa City hit by waste facility protest

Thousands of tonnes of rubbish have been left uncollected across Thanh Hoa City for three consecutive days, causing widespread pollution and sparking public anger.