VIETNAM TODAY

Authorities warn of inflation risks amid asset price surge

Vietnam is expected to keep inflation below 4 per cent in 2025, but experts have warned that surging asset prices could fuel expectations of higher inflation and place pressure on overall prices.

Vietnamese, Finnish leaders witness signing of cooperation documents

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and Finnish President Alexander Stubb witnessed the signing of MoU on bilateral cooperation in Helsinki on October 21.

Dead 150-kg dolphin washes ashore on Nhat Le Beach

A 150-kilogramme dead dolphin has been washed ashore on Nhat Le Beach in the central province of Quang Tri.

South African President to make state visit to Vietnam

South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa will pay a state visit to Vietnam from October 23 to 24.

Vietnam on track to rank among world’s 30 largest economies

Vietnam’s economy is forecast to exceed USD 505 billion by the end of 2025, placing the country among the world’s 30 largest economies, according to projections by the World Bank.

Hanoi’s largest flower village devastated by prolonged flooding

Following heavy rains triggered by Typhoon Matmo, Tay Tuu Flower Village in Hanoi has been submerged for days, leaving hundreds of hectares of flower fields destroyed.

Residents evacuated after hill develops large crack in Danang

Authorities in the central city of Danang have evacuated residents overnight after a large crack appeared on a hillside, sparking fears of a potential landslide.

HCM City commuters struggle to find parking for metro service

Many residents in HCM City are struggling to find parking spaces near Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien), as parking lots under the stations quickly reach full capacity just hours after opening.

Quy Nhon-Pleiku expressway project to break ground in December

Gia Lai Province aims to begin construction of the Quy Nhon-Pleiku Expressway in December.

Tay Ninh receives 15 citizens handed over by Cambodia

Border guards in Tay Ninh Province on October 20 received 15 Vietnamese citizens repatriated by Cambodian authorities, most of whom had been working illegally in online gambling operations.

PM directs urgent measures to brace for Typhoon Fengshen

PM Pham Minh Chinh has directed ministries, agencies, and localities to take urgent, proactive measures to respond to Typhoon Fengshen and anticipated flooding.

Danang on alert for record-breaking rainfall

The central city of Danang faces the risk of torrential rain that could surpass the historic 2022 levels, prompting local authorities to prepare for all possible scenarios.

Danang sees surge in child flu cases

Danang Hospital for Women and Children has recently recorded a sharp rise in paediatric respiratory infections, with several severe cases requiring ventilators.

Vietnam seeks measures to boost agro-forestry-fishery exports

Vietnam is seeking measures to fully tap opportunities and address global market challenges in order to further boost agro-forestry-fishery exports in 2025.

Lam Dong man feared trampled to death by wild elephant

A 66-year-old man in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong was found dead in a forest after going to collect bamboo shoots, with nearby traces believed to be elephant footprints.

Typhoon Fengshen forecast to bring heavy rain to central Vietnam

Widespread and prolonged heavy rain is expected across the central region of Vietnam in the coming days due to the influence of Typhoon Fengshen.

Malaysia deploys 10,000 personnel to ensure security for 47th ASEAN Summit

The Malaysian police are fully prepared to carry out security duties for the 47th ASEAN Summit (ASEAN-47) and related meetings, scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur from October 26-28.

Party General Secretary To Lam begins official visit to Finland

A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by Party General Secretary To Lam left Hanoi on October 20 for an official visit to the Finland at the invitation of Finnish President Alexander Stubb.