Livestock violations may be fined up to VND100 million
HCMC police foil suspected online scam base housing 83 foreign nationals
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
National
HCMC leader visits central press agencies on Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day
On the morning of June 19, in celebration of the 101st anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 – June 21, 2026), a delegation visited and congratulated several central press agencies based in the city.
Deputy FM demands strategic, inclusive communications for APEC 2027
Measures to resolve tax debt-related exit suspension issues to be finalized
Workers accelerate Lien Khuong Airport upgrade for August reopening
HCMC official visits, congratulates press agencies ahead of Vietnam Press Day
International
Vietnam has first judge at International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Lan Anh, Vice President of the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, has been elected as a judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for the 2026–2035 term.
Vietnam Coast Guard vessel visits RoK
PM attends plenary session of ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit
Vietnam-Laos Border Provinces Justice Conference opens in Hai Phong
Vietnamese Prime Minister meets with Head of Republic of Tatarstan in Kazan
Business
Ministry of Finance drafts sweeping reforms to support small businesses
The newly amended draft law introduces groundbreaking digital reforms and a pragmatic voucher system to drastically reduce bureaucratic hurdles, thereby empowering SMEs across Vietnam.
HCMC farmers bring Vietnamese herbs to EU markets
Ministries announces E10RON95-III fuel pricing for first time
Vietnam pivots to high-tech FDI, setting new records in capital inflow
Nearly 500 million liters of E10 fuel consumed since nationwide launch
Education
Allure of 9-plus model reshaping education in HCMC
Thousands of HCMC students are proactively choosing vocational training over traditional high schools to significantly reduce financial burdens and eagerly kickstart their future careers earlier than expected.
Career guidance must go beyond chasing “hot” majors
Debates erupt over literature exam as students finish graduation tests
Wholehearted community support empowers exam candidates nationwide
More than 1.2 million students take high school graduation examination
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.
