VIETNAM TODAY

Three expressways proposed to link north and Central Highlands

The Department for Roads of Vietnam has proposed three new expressways spanning more than 850 km to improve links between northern border provinces, the Central Highlands and the south-central coast.

Long Thanh Airport project faces labour shortage

Construction of Long Thanh Airport is facing a labour shortage, with the workforce meeting only around 60 per cent of demand as authorities race to complete key packages by the end of the year.

HCM City warns of rising summer infectious disease risks

Ho Chi Minh City health authorities have warned of heightened risks of infectious disease outbreaks this summer as dengue fever and hand, foot and mouth disease cases continue to surge.

US announces preliminary anti-dumping tariffs on Vietnamese shrimp

The US has imposed preliminary anti-dumping duties of 6.76 per cent to 10.76 per cent on two Vietnamese shrimp exporters, while 27 other companies face a rate of 7.56 per cent.

Hundreds of counterfeit luxury goods seized in Saigon Square raids

Ho Chi Minh City authorities have seized hundreds of counterfeit luxury products during surprise inspections at Saigon Square and Ben Thanh Market.

Hanoi plans administrative hub around Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi plans to consolidate administrative headquarters around Hoan Kiem Lake under a long-term master plan aimed at improving governance and easing pressure on the historic inner city.

Petrolimex to replace RON 95 petrol with E10 biofuel from May 20

Petrolimex plans to stop selling mineral RON 95 petrol and switch entirely to E10 biofuel across its nationwide retail network from May 20.

Peak-hour curbs proposed for large vehicles in Hoan Kiem

Authorities in Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi, have proposed expanding peak-hour restrictions on vehicles with more than 16 seats across the ward to ease congestion in the city centre.

Thanh Hoa police bust drug rings trafficking narcotics from Golden Triangle

Police in Thanh Hoa Province and Laos have dismantled two transnational drug trafficking rings, seizing more than 23 kilogrammes of narcotics and arresting four suspects.

An Giang man prosecuted over fake corn-and-soybean coffee

Police in An Giang Province have prosecuted a man accused of producing and selling more than 10 tonnes of fake coffee made from roasted corn and soybeans.

Heatwave in southern Vietnam set to ease as rains return

Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam are expected to see easing heatwave conditions from May 16 as thunderstorms and rainfall increase.

Khanh Hoa reviews delayed tourism projects amid investment push

Khanh Hoa authorities are reviewing a series of delayed tourism projects and moving to resolve or withdraw stalled developments as the province pushes to attract new investment in its tourism sector.

Khanh Hoa steps up crackdown on illegal swiftlet hunting

Authorities in Khanh Hoa Province have announced urgent measures to curb illegal swiftlet hunting after dozens of violations were detected since the start of the year.

Nearly 4,000 fake Rolex watches seized at Moc Bai Border Gate

Customs officials at Moc Bai Border Gate have seized more than 5,000 counterfeit luxury products, including nearly 4,000 fake Rolex watches, worth nearly VND 1.28 billion (USD 48,700).

Haiphong launches and inaugurates 14 projects worth USD 950 million

Haiphong launched and inaugurated 14 major projects on May 14, aiming to boost infrastructure, industry and logistics development across the northern port city.

Vietnam Railways launches online ticket exchange service

Vietnam Railways will launch an online ticket exchange service from May 15, allowing passengers to change tickets directly through its electronic booking system.

Hanoi plans to curb private vehicles in several areas from 2035

Hanoi plans to restrict certain private vehicles on selected roads from January 1, 2035, depending on traffic conditions and the capacity of public transport infrastructure.

Petrol and oil prices fall in Vietnam

Vietnam cut retail petrol and oil prices from 3 pm on May 14, following declines in global energy markets.

Hanoi social housing project offers homes from USD 31,900

Apartments at Thanh Lam-Dai Thinh 2 social housing project in Hanoi are priced from VND 813 million (approximately USD 31,900), with contracts expected to be signed in November.

Ministry proposes higher payouts for delayed, canceled flights

The Ministry of Construction has proposed raising compensation for passengers affected by delayed or canceled flights by 25 per cent and adding vouchers and reward points as new payment options.

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