VIETNAM TODAY

Vietnam’s textile and garment sector has overtaken China in the US market, but geopolitical risks and supply dependence threaten its USD 49 billion export target for 2026.

Storm Sinlaku formed on April 10 in the northwest Pacific and is expected to intensify, though forecasters say it is unlikely to enter the East Sea.

Vietnam’s tax authority has ordered a review of 302 companies reporting annual revenues above VND 1 trillion (approximately USD 40 million) but posting losses for two consecutive years.

Ho Chi Minh City has identified 159 flooding hotspots, including 57 severe sites where water exceeds 30 cm for over 90 minutes, highlighting growing urban climate risks.

Railway staff in HCM City on Friday returned VND 29.35 million (approximately USD 1,150) to an elderly passenger who accidentally left the cash on board a train after arriving in the city.

Vietnam’s economy is forecast to grow by 7.2 per cent in 2026 and 7.0 per cent in 2027, down from 8.0 per cent in 2025, as external risks rise amid global uncertainty, the Asian Development Bank said.

Authorities in Danang City have fined seven businesses more than VND 215 million (approximately USD 8,200) and ordered the destruction of counterfeit goods following surprise inspections.

Construction of Gia Binh International Airport in Bac Ninh Province is accelerating, with initial operations targeted by late 2026 to support APEC 2027.

Vietnam’s rapid growth in electric vehicles is unlikely to strain total power demand in the near term, but officials warn of potential local grid overload if charging infrastructure lags behind.

Vietnam has its first European-standard aircraft maintenance training organisation after VAECO secured EASA Part 147 certification, marking a milestone for the aviation sector.

A 10-metre whale weighing about two tonnes has washed ashore in Dak Lak Province, despite repeated efforts by local fishermen to guide it back to sea.

Construction has started on a VND 2 trillion (approximately USD 76 million) industrial park in Phu Tho Province, aimed at attracting investment and boosting industrial growth.

Authorities in Gia Lai have released eight endangered wild animals into Kon Ka Kinh National Park following rescue and rehabilitation efforts.

Fuel prices in Vietnam dropped significantly on April 9 following a joint adjustment by the ministries of industry and trade and finance.

A Filipino crew member suffering severe abdominal pain has been medically evacuated from a vessel off southern Vietnam for urgent treatment.

Dong Nai Province will send an official delegation to Italy to study urban rail technologies and explore solutions to connect with the Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien metro line.

A dead adult green sea turtle washed ashore at Sau beach in Vung Tau on April 9, drawing attention from residents and tourists.

A tropical depression in the northwest Pacific is expected to intensify into a storm, though forecasts show it is unlikely to enter the East Sea.

Vietnam’s top leader To Lam and his spouse will pay a state visit to China from April 14 to 17, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on April 9.