Temperatures in Northern region plunge to near zero degree Celsius
HCMC plans measures against drought and saltwater intrusion
Cold air to reach Northern, Central regions from January 20 evening
32 provinces and cities urged to respond to severe cold and strong winds at sea
Tropical depression forms near East Sea
Cold air temporarily weakens, temperatures gradually rise
Temperatures fall sharply across country
Saigon River tides rise above alert level 3, causing localized flooding longform
Authorities urge measures to protect livestock, poultry during persistent cold
Northern region sees freezing cold as temperatures drop to 4 degrees Celsius
Ho Chi Minh City continues to see unseasonal heavy rain
Ho Chi Minh City experiences unseasonal rainfall
Cold air brings severe chill to Northern, North Central regions
Cold air intensifies, bitter cold engulfs Northern region
Northeast monsoon to arrive over much of country during 2026 New Year holiday
Cold spell intensifies during New Year holiday, Northern region to turn colder
Severe cold hits Northern mountainous areas
Cold air to hit Northern region from late December 24
Northern region to brace for cold spell after Christmas
Ho Chi Minh City forecast to be sunny at Christmas
Early 11th lunar month tidal surges to reach high levels in HCMC
Southern region braces for intense sunshine on December 16
Heatwave to arrive in Southern region by late February 2026
Hanoi blanketed in dense fog on December 13 morning
Northern, North Central regions brace for strong cold front
National
14th National Party Congress wraps up with success
Addressing the congress on behalf of the 14th Party Central Committee, General Secretary To Lam expressed profound gratitude for the trust and confidence placed in him.
Party chief To Lam vows efforts to steer country towards prosperous development
Mekong Delta provinces step up fight against saltwater intrusion
List of newly-elected members of 14th Political Bureau announced
14th Party Central Committee unanimously elects To Lam as General Secretary
International
Vietnam contributes to Gaza peace efforts, strengthens cooperation with US
Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son affirmed that Vietnam highly values US President Donald Trump’s efforts to promote peace, cooperation and prosperity worldwide, and stands ready to participate in the Board of Peace as a founding member.
Int’l organizations pay great attention to 14th National Party Congress
14th National Party Congress: Unlocking overseas intellectual resources
14th National Party Congress steers Vietnam into new era: Cuban media
International organizations send congratulations to 14th National Party Congress
Business
Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports surpass US$70 billion in 2025
Despite a year marked by natural disasters, epidemics, and global economic volatility, Vietnam’s agricultural sector achieved export revenues exceeding US$70 billion in 2025.
Remittances to Ho Chi Minh City exceed US$10.3 billion in 2025
State Securities Commission begins licensing process for crypto asset exchanges
E-commerce platforms urged to tighten online listing requirements
Vietnam’s seafood exports to Singapore rise to top three
Education
HCMC targets 20 percent workforce with college or university degrees by 2026
Ho Chi Minh City has set a goal to ensure at least one-fifth of its workforce holds college or university qualifications, reflecting the city’s push to strengthen human resource quality.
Vanuatu Prime Minister strengthens educational ties with Nha Trang University
Ho Chi Minh City expands school network to meet rising student demand
Rising school violence sparks urgent call for psychological support
Universities at heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s future: HCMC Chairman
Sports
13th ASEAN Para Games: Another golden day for Vietnam
Track-and-field took center stage as Vietnamese athletes delivered an impressive showing, claiming four gold medals in the javelin throw, shot put, discus throw and long jump events.
