VIETNAM TODAY

Severe flooding hits Thanh Hoa as heavy rains continue

Widespread flooding was reported across Thanh Hoa Province following continuous heavy rainfall from the afternoon of July 21 through the morning of July 22, disrupting daily life in many communities.

Typhoon Wipha makes landfall between Hung Yen and Ninh Binh

Typhoon Wipha made landfall along the coastal areas between Hung Yen and Ninh Binh at 10 am on July 22, bringing wind speeds of level 8 to 9 and gusts reaching level 11.

Tuyen Quang probes hair braiding overcharge involving foreigners

Authorities in a commune in Tuyen Quang Province are verifying claims that two female foreign tourists were charged VND 200,000 (USD 7.65) for a hair braiding service at a local tourist site.

Airports in Haiphong and Quang Ninh closed due to Typhoon Wipha

Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority has ordered the suspension of all flights to and from Cat Bi Airport in Haiphong and Van Don Airport in Quang Ninh, as both are within the typhoon impact zone.

Top legislator leaves for visits to Senegal, Morocco, and Switzerland

NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man departed Hanoi on July 22 to visit Senegal and Morocco, and attend the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Switzerland.

Northern Vietnam evacuates residents ahead of Typhoon Wipha

Hundreds of households in northern Vietnam were evacuated overnight on July 21 as Typhoon Wipha approached, bringing the threat of flash floods, landslides and dangerous winds.

Finance ministry proposes new real estate sales tax

In the latest draft of the revised Personal Income Tax Law, the Ministry of Finance has proposed a new framework for taxing real estate transfers made by resident individuals.

Costco retail stores first sell Vietnamese lychees in United States

For the first time ever, Vietnamese lychees have officially hit the shelves of Costco, the largest retail chain in the United States, with 635 stores across the United States and Canada.

Crocodile caught in HCM City canal

Authorities in Binh Hung Hoa Ward in HCM City this morning, July 21, captured a crocodile spotted in a local canal after two days of tracking.

PM attends memorial and burial of 81 fallen soldiers in An Giang

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 21 attended a memorial and burial ceremony for 81 fallen Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts in An Giang Province.

Pine tree collapse in Dalat damages multiple cars during storm

Heavy rain and strong winds uprooted a pine tree in central Dalat’s Xuan Huong Ward early on July 21, crushing several parked cars and causing property damage across the city.

Vietnam targets USD 8 billion in fruit and vegetable exports by 2025

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports are rebounding, reaching over USD 3.83 billion in the first seven months of 2025 after a sharp early-year decline.

Ha Long Bay boat tours suspended due to Storm Wipha

All tourist boats operating in Ha Long Bay in the northern province of Quang Ninh have been halted since July 20 to ensure safety ahead of Storm Wipha.

Vietnam coastal provinces ban boats from sea ahead of Typhoon Wipha

Several coastal provinces in Vietnam have banned all vessels and transport activities at sea from the morning of July 21, as Typhoon Wipha approaches with potentially severe impacts.

Cruise lines apologise for fireworks after deadly Ha Long Bay boat capsize

Two Ha Long Bay cruise operators have apologised for holding fireworks shows on July 19, while authorities were searching for victims of a boat accident that left dozens dead or missing.

Ha Long residents pray for four missing boat victims

Residents gathered on Sunday night at the lighthouse pier in Ha Long Ward, lighting incense and offering flowers to pray for four victims still missing after the Vinh Xanh 58 boat capsized.

PM: Science and technology must boost state efficiency and growth

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged stronger innovation and digital transformation to enhance government operations and help meet Vietnam’s economic growth target of 8.3-8.5 per cent this year.

Forum positions young intellectuals as key driver of nation’s future

The sixth Global Forum for Young Vietnamese Intellectuals wrapped up in Hanoi on July 20, drawing more than 500 delegates from inside and outside the country, both in person and online.

Vietnam steps up storm response as Typhoon Wipha nears landfall

Vietnamese authorities are ramping up emergency measures as Typhoon Wipha approaches, with forecasts warning of heavy rainfall and strong winds across northern and central provinces.