Four prosecuted in US$120 million DongA Bank fraud, two fugitives
Free software piracy era coming to an end
Fraud syndicate forced out of Cambodia attempted to build scam base in Vietnam
Feasible security measures target complex criminal syndicates across HCMC
PM requests addition of penalties for illegal use of e-cigarette, heated tobacco
Police dismantle cross-border gambling network handling over VND4 trillion
Market surveillance forces plan “blacklist” to crack down on counterfeit goods
Vietnam moves to update laws for digital economy
Vietnamese police bust transnational cyber fraud ring
Malaysian cyber fraud and drug ring busted in Ho Chi Minh City raids
HCMC police launches “Three Bests” Movement, Green March Volunteer Campaign
Xiaomi Vietnam fined VND290 million for consumer rights violations
Vehicle registration records to go digital on VNeID, VNeTraffic from June 8
Over 2,000 suspected fake goods stores blocked on E-commerce sites
Key policies taking effect in Vietnam from June 2026
State President approves amnesty for 9,950 prisoners
HCMC police forge steel shield to eradicate drug crimes across city
HCMC police bust major drug ring, prosecute 150 suspects
Former Health Minister jailed for six years over hospital project losses
Two foreign suspects arrested over fatal shooting in Ho Chi Minh City
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HCMC police crack down on massive laughing gas trafficking ring
Ho Chi Minh City Police bust major inter-provincial drug ring, arrest 140
Vietnam to hike fines for social media violations under new decree
HCMC uncovers multiple fake goods, intellectual property infringement cases
71 suspects prosecuted, detained in major drug ring in Ho Chi Minh City
National
Lien Khuong International Airport to reopen earlier than expected
Based on the actual construction progress of the runway and taxiway repair project at Lien Khuong Airport, the airport is expected to resume operations earlier than planned, more than 10 days before the peak of the National Day (September 2) holiday.
SGGP Online makes legislative affairs more engaging and accessible
Top leader urges education sector to make fundamental shift in mindset
Nationwide "Digital Literacy" movement to empower Vietnamese women
Ministry reviews transport demand for Ho Chi Minh City–Can Tho railway
International
Vietnam seeks to strengthen role as bridge in ASEAN – Russia partnership
PM Le Minh Hung’s attendance at the ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit demonstrates Vietnam’s high regard for the ASEAN – Russia Strategic Partnership and the long-standing friendship between Vietnam and Russia over many decades.
Vietnam pushes women’s greater representation in int’l legal bodies
Vietnam seeks expanded US partnership in searching remains of martyrs
HCMC, Australia’s Victoria strengthen friendly and cooperative relations
HCMC seeks stronger Australia partnership in finance, clean energy and education
Business
Domestic coffee prices rise
On June 15, domestic coffee prices ranged from VND89,000 (US$8.38) to VND89,700 (US$3.4) per kilogram. Compared with the end of last week, prices increased by approximately VND4,500 (US$0.17) per kilogram.
More than 17,000 fuel retail outlets switched to E10 gasoline
High-tech industries drive export growth
Electric motorcycle market booms in HCMC as commuters pivot to green transit
Egg prices plunge, poultry farmers suffer heavy losses
Education
Debates erupt over literature exam as students finish graduation tests
Vietnam's high school graduation exam sparked online debate with the Literature paper’s focus on AI, global tech icons raising equity concerns, while the Mathematics exam was seen as accessible but designed to test reasoning over rote knowledge.
Wholehearted community support empowers exam candidates nationwide
More than 1.2 million students take high school graduation examination
Education Minister, HCMC leaders encourage candidates ahead of graduation exam
Over 142,000 students register for National High School Graduation Exam in HCMC
Sports
HCMC accelerates Thong Nhat Stadium renovation ahead of 2026 National Games longform
Ho Chi Minh City's sport sector is accelerating the comprehensive renovation of Thong Nhat Stadium as part of preparations for hosting the 10th National Sports Games in late 2026.
