VIETNAM TODAY

Hanoi hosts 8th CSCAP General Conference

The 8th General Conference of the Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia Pacific is being held to discuss traditional and non-traditional threats and challenges to peace and stability in the Asia- Pacific region.

More golds for Vietnam at SEA Games

Four more gold medals were obtained at the ongoing 26th Southeast Asian Games in Indonesia on November 20.

'Killing fields' victims await Khmer Rouge trial

Three top Khmer Rouge leaders accused of orchestrating Cambodia's "killing fields" face a court as a U.N.-backed tribunal begins their trials.

Viettel and EVN Telecom to merge

The Prime Minister has instructed the transfer of EVN Telecom to telecom group Viettel, an official said.

Kadhafi spymaster taken, Seif to be tried in Libya

Moamer Kadhafi's spymaster Abdullah Senussi was arrested on Sunday, Libyan officials announced and said that the dead dictator's son captured the previous day would face trial in Libya.

Hoi An to offer free wireless internet service

The Quang Nam provincial People’s Committee has approved a VND20 billion project to provide free wireless internet services in the town of Hoi An.

Two dead, 100s hurt in Egypt anti-regime protests

Two people were killed and hundreds injured in Egypt as police fired rubber bullets and tear gas at protesters in a violent countdown to the first elections since the ouster of Hosni Mubarak.

State leaders greet teachers on Vietnam Teacher’s Day

State leaders greeted all teachers across the country on the occasion of Vietnam Teacher’s Day (November 20) and made special visits to homes of senior teachers.

Ha Long Bay listed among new seven natural wonders

Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay has been named among the world's new seven wonders of nature, according to an international survey.

Con Dao to prioritise tourism development

A socioeconomic development planning scheme for Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province's Con Dao island district by 2030 was approved with tourism being key economic sector.

6,000-year-old bone needles found in Tuyen Quang cave

Seven needles made of animal bones dating back 6,000 years were recently unearthed from Tham Trong cave in the northern mountainous province of Tuyen Quang.

Expensive gifts on teachers' day sign of living standards

Instead of choosing traditional gifts for teachers for Vietnamese Teachers’ Day, many people spend millions of VND on presents.

Vietnam contributes to implementing ASEAN priorities

Vietnam has made important contributions to implementing ASEAN priorities, said Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh.

House buyers struggle to access mortgages

Despite the central bank having extended credit policies for real estate, house buyers are still struggling to access mortgage loans.

Kadhafi son arrested after three months on run

Moamer Kadhafi's son Seif al-Islam has been captured after a three-month manhunt and will be given a "fair trial", Libya's interim prime minister Abdel Rahim al-Kib announced on Saturday.

When theses can be bought with money

It is easy to buy theses these days. One just can search on the Internet and contact the sellers at the addresses given in the ad pieces.

Ethnic groups to show off traditional costumes

The first ever show featuring traditional costumes of 54 ethnic groups from all over the country will be held in Hanoi's Son Tay from November 25-28.

Cautious approach from couriers

Foreign express enterprises are not ready to set up wholly foreign-owned businesses in Vietnam.

Danish Prince to pedal around Hoan Kiem Lake

Danish crown prince Frederik will pay a visit to Vietnam later this month and ride around Hanoi’s iconic Hoan Kiem Lake.

Vinashin executives to appear in court hearing

Former chairman and general director of Vietnam's troubled shipbuilder Vinashin, Pham Thanh Binh, is finally facing prosecution, an agency said.

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HCM City plans to make around 27,000 social housing units available for sale or occupancy...

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A restaurant and café owner in Dak Lak Province has been fined VND 12.5 million (USD 475)...

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The Go Global Bac Ninh 2026 forum brought together experts and businesses to explore...

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The Bac Ninh Semiconductor Association was officially launched on October 10, aiming to...

Vietnam’s Ong Cua ST25 rice takes second place globally in 2026

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Prolonged torrential rain has flooded onion fields nearing harvest on Ly Son Island in...