Expansion of visa exemption policy to boost international tourists
Phu Quoc City receives decision on recognition as tier-1 city
Tan Son Nhat Terminal T3 set for trial operations in April 2025
Vietnam Airlines resumes direct flights between Hanoi and Moscow (Russia)
Airfares surge ahead of Reunification Day, May Day holidays
Airlines proposed to launch direct flights to Poland, Czechia, Switzerland
Da Lat bans horse-drawn carriages
China emerges as leading market of tourists to Vietnam
Binh Dinh stimulates tourism with “Zero-cost” charter train service
Two airlines face proposed fines for multiple violations
Vietnam to waive visas for citizens from 12 countries
Vietnam welcomes nearly 4 million international visitors in early 2025
Vietnam showcases vibrant tourism, culture at ITB Berlin 2025
Da Nang offers promotional programs to international visitors
Nearly 80 percent of travelers' spending made at night
Ministry of Public Security to streamline airport security checks
Vietnam – RoK tourism exchange surpasses 5 million visitors
HCMC aims to develop Can Gio into national ecological tourism hub
Tourism sector eyes premium hospitality to attract ultra-wealthy visitors
Airlines asked to increase number of flights to tourist destinations
National
Ash, slag use for traffic projects sees sluggish implementation
Southern Vietnam faces a critical sand shortage for infrastructure, while vast industrial waste stockpiles remain unused due to regulatory gaps and logistical challenges, hindering project progress and sustainable resource management.
Government delegation works with leaders of Dong Nai, Binh Duong, Tien Giang
Da Nang proposes construction plans for tunnels crossing Han River, airport
Autogate system in Da Nang Airport officially operational
Da Nang seaport investment requires VND31.5 trillion
International
Vietnam ranks second in Southeast Asia in happiness index
Vietnam’s steady progress in recent years has seen its position improve significantly, from 77th in 2021 to 65th in 2022 and 54th last year.
US-funded projects in Quang Tri resumed
Vietnam treasures comprehensive partnership with Hungary: PM
Vietnam-Hungary mark 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations in HCMC
Party General Secretary hails US firms as key to stronger ties
Business
Retail fuel prices rise slightly from March 20
According to the latest adjustment, RON 95-III, the most commonly used gasoline in Vietnam, has increased by VND440 to VND20,080 (US$0.79) per litter, while E5 RON 92 has risen by VND410 to VND19,690 per litter.
Domestic gold prices soar to all-time high
Land price hype amid merger rumors: A risky game
Ba Ria-Vung Tau to invest VND2,385 billion in int’l general port
Decree on foreign investment in Vietnamese financial institutions amended
Education
HCMC hosts 3rd National Science and Technology Contest
The 2024-2025 National Science and Technology Contest for students has been officially launched in Ho Chi Minh City.
Drug-free school program launched in Ho Chi Minh City
Separate aptitude tests for university entrance see unprecedented demand
Refractive errors increasing among students in HCMC
University tuition fees continue to rise
Sports
Vietnam experiments tactics against Cambodia ahead of Asian Cup qualifiers
Coach Kim Sang-sik is set to implement tactical experiments in Vietnam’s lineup as they face Cambodia in a friendly at 7:30 p.m. on March 19 in Binh Duong.
