VIETNAM TODAY

Prime Minister’s China trip expected to foster mutual trust

PM Pham Minh Chinh’s upcoming trip to China is expected to contribute to deepening strategic exchanges and reinforcing mutual trust, Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu said

Vietnam stages final rehearsal for National Day parade

Thousands gathered in Hanoi on August 30 for the final rehearsal of the parade marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

Typhoon Nongfa heads towards central Vietnam

Tropical Storm Nongfa, formed from a low-pressure system early on August 30, is moving towards Vietnam’s central coast with strong winds and heavy rain.

Vietnam promotes blockchain adoption across key economic sectors

Vietnam Blockchain Day 2025 opened in Danang City on August 29, aiming to promote its application across the country’s core economic sectors.

2025 sees record number of prisoners granted amnesty

2025 marks the year with the largest number of prisoners granted clemency in history if combining both rounds, according to Deputy Minister of Public Security Le Van Tuyen.

FDI firms still locked out of Vietnam’s stock scene

Vietnam’s stock market has yet to experience the expected wave of foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs) going public, as lingering regulatory hurdles continue to hold back progress.

State President to attend 80th anniversary of victory over fascism in China

State President Luong Cuong will attend the 80th anniversary of the world people's victory over fascism and pay a working visit to China from September 2-4.

Hanoi to run all-night metro with free rides for National Day

Hanoi will offer free metro rides and subsidised bus services from August 30 to September 2 to mark National Day.

Tropical storm to hit central Vietnam

A tropical depression over the East Sea is expected to strengthen into a storm early on August 30 and move toward central Vietnam.

Hanoi reserves 5,000 seats for veterans at National Day parade

Hanoi has arranged more than 5,000 priority seats along major streets for veterans and the elderly to watch the September 2 National Day parade.

Landslide blocks road to Cat Ba National Park

A landslide hit Cat Ba Island in Haiphong City on August 29, blocking access to Cat Ba National Park and cutting off the island’s main road.

Workers earn up to four times pay during National Day holiday

Many employees in Vietnam are choosing to work through the September 2 National Day break, with some earning up to four times their usual wages.

Hanoi bans drones, flying objects during National Day celebrations

Hanoi has urged residents to refrain from flying kites or operating unauthorised drones that could disrupt aerial activities and parade flyovers during the National Day celebrations.

Vietnam to give cash gifts to all citizens on 80th National Day

Vietnam will grant VND 100,000 (USD 3.8) to every citizen to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2.

Airports to serve 1.8 million passengers during National Day holiday

Vietnam’s airports are expected to handle more than 1.8 million passengers during the National Day holiday.

HCM City to increase support for women having two children before age 35

HCM City People’s Committee have proposed increasing the allowance for parents with two children before the age of 35 from VND3 million (USD 120) to VND5 million.

Party leader welcomes New Zealand Speaker of Parliament

Party General Secretary To Lam received Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives (Parliament) Gerry Brownlee in Hanoi on August 28, on the occasion of his official visit to Vietnam.

China’s top legislator to pay official visit to Vietnam

Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China, will pay an official visit to Vietnam from August 31 to September 2.

Fuel prices continue to rise

The Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Industry and Trade announced changes to retail fuel prices, effective from 3 pm today, August 28.

Tunnel to be built under Danang airport

The central city of Danang has initiated an airport tunnel project, starting with bidding for a consulting contract to prepare the pre-feasibility study.

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