VIETNAM TODAY

Malaysia unlocks AI potential through education, training

The newly established National Artificial Intelligence Office is poised to significantly accelerate AI-related training and keep Malaysia competitive in the rapidly evolving global economy.

Danang free trade zone to encroach 300 hectares into the sea

Authorities in the central province of Danang have proposed that the free trade zone (FTZ) construction project encroach 300 hectares into the sea.

Schoolgirl fatally stabbed in southwest Japan: local media

A junior high school student was stabbed to death and another wounded Saturday night by an unknown assailant at a McDonald's restaurant in southwestern Japan, local media reported.

Vietnam calls for full adherence to UNCLOS legal standards, obligations

All countries, regardless of size, must fully comply with the legal standards and obligations under the UNCLOS, an official has said.

Hanoi aims to stop straw burning, reduce joss paper usage

Hanoi has set a goal to eliminate straw burning and reduce joss paper usage by 2030 to ease air pollution.

Two detained after bomb kills three at Thai festival

Authorities in Thailand have arrested two men following a bomb blast at a festival near the border with Myanmar that killed three people and wounded dozens, police said on Saturday.

Vietnam needs 14 billion USD to develop EV charging stations

To building a green transport system, Vietnam will need nearly 14 billion USD to develop a network of charging stations, said insiders.

South Korean president faces second impeachment vote

South Korean lawmakers vote Saturday on whether to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed martial law bid, in a second parliamentary showdown that remains too close to call.

Central district proposes 15 hydropower plant projects

Nam Tra My District in the central province of Quang Nam has proposed constructing 15 more hydropower plant projects in the area.

More dolphins die on Cu Lao Xanh Island

Two more dolphins have been found dead drifting at Cu Lao Xanh Island in the southern central province of Binh Dinh.

Vietnamese language teachers abroad complete training in Hanoi

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wrapped up the 2024 training course on Vietnamese language teaching for Vietnamese teachers abroad, the 12th edition of its kind, in Hanoi on December 13.

Mekong Delta faces increased saltwater intrusion in 2024-25 dry season

The Mekong Delta is expected to experience unusually high saltwater intrusion during the upcoming dry season, albeit less severe than in 2015-16, 2019-20 and 2023-24.

Three former high-ranking officials disciplined for violations of duties

The Politburo convened on Friday to address disciplinary actions against Party members found in violation of Party and State regulations.

Rabies-related fatalities in Vietnam remain high

Vietnam has reported over 80 rabies-related deaths across 33 provinces and cities so far this year.

FDI remains vital contributor to boost economic growth

Foreign direct investment (FDI) remains one of the most vital drivers of national economic growth, recording remarkable results in 2024.

Hanoi plans to build nearly 600km of urban railway by 2045

Hanoi has approved the development of a comprehensive plan to invest in the capital’s urban railway system, with the goal of constructing more than 600 kilometres of rail by 2045.

Six dead in India hospital fire

A fire at a private hospital in southern India killed at least six people, police said Friday, with more than two dozen others injured in the blaze.

Vietnam's candidature to UN Human Rights Council for new term announced

The Vietnamese Mission to the UN in New York held a ceremony on December 12 to announce the nation’s candidature for re-election to the UN Human Rights Council for the 2026 to 2028 term.

HCM City's first metro line launches final trial operation

Hundreds of people have flocked to take the Metro Line 1 service during its final trial operation, which started on December 13.

HCM City pilots international-standard human resources training

A conference to review the implementation of sub-projects under a project on training international-standard human resources was held by the municipal People's Committee on December 12.

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