National
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City proactively advance urban rail plans
The Government has requested Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to proactively implement urban railway lines.
Exhibition spotlights NA’s 80-year journey alongside nation
Post-holiday traffic surges as vehicles return to cities
Over VND66 billion raised for “Spring Journey to the Mountains and Seas” program
PM urges completion of Quang Trung Campaign by January 15
International
Vietnam requests Netflix to remove film over maps featuring “U-shaped line”
The Cinema Department of Vietnam has required Netflix to immediately remove the film “Shine on me” from its website and app within 24 hours from 9 p.m. on January 3, and to submit a report on the removal to the department by 10 p.m. on January 4.
Vietnam deeply concerned about reports on situation in Venezuela: Spokesperson
Vietnam continues to ensure all human rights for everyone: Ambassador
Cuban diplomat praises CPV’s leadership role in Vietnam’s development
RoK extends group visa fee waiver for Vietnamese tourists
Business
Phu Quy Special Zone hit by fuel shortage as rough weather disrupts supply
Phu Quy Special Zone in Lam Dong Province is grappling with a localized fuel shortage as prolonged rough weather has prevented cargo vessels from operating, disrupting gasoline and diesel deliveries from the mainland to the island.
Vietnam’s fruit, vegetable sector poised to hit US$10 billion in exports
HCMC attracts over US$5.3 billion into industrial parks in 2025
Companies push smart factory transformation to compete amidst manufacturing race
Shopping surge marks lively start to 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City
Education
HCMC schools strive to balance student safety with extracurricular learning
As schools across Ho Chi Minh City expand extracurricular journeys to historical sites and community spaces, educators are grappling with how to deliver meaningful real‑world lessons while keeping student safety front and center.
EU funds Vietnam with EUR50 million for vocational education development
HCMC to implement phone-free school program next January
International label proliferates in HCMC schools despite quality concerns
Ministry of Education and Training announces key achievements in 2025
Sports
Ho Chi Minh City advances sustainable sports development
The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports yesterday held a conference reviewing notable achievements in 2025 and outlining 2026 priorities.
