HCMC Party Chief urges acceleration of projects, public investment disbursement
Serious landslide at Prenn Pass forces complete road closure to all vehicles
Hanoi’s air quality still among the worst globally
Military troops continue delivering essential supplies to flooded areas longform
Heavy rain, high tides expected to rise in Ho Chi Minh City
Authorities crack down on smuggled sugar into Ho Chi Minh City market
HCMC makes effort to ease traffic congestion at gateways
HCMC Party Chief inspects Can Gio sea reclamation tourist urban area project
Vietnam railways temporarily suspends multiple train services until November 10
Floods in central region claim 35 lives, thousands of homes submerged
2025 Lam Dong Hot Air Balloon and Arts Festival opens longform
Flower market sees 20 percent drop in demand ahead of October 20 holiday
Family in Ha Tinh preserves ancient forest for four generations longform
Joyful return of dolphins signals healthier seas at Cau Island
Rare 'Mermaid' sighting thrills tourists in Con Dao
Government orders two major hospital facilities to open by November 30 deadline
Riders excited about convenience of cashless metro ticket purchase
Ho Chi Minh City proposes VND2,600 billion in tuition support for 2025-2026
Central coast mobilizes urgent measures as typhoon Bualoi nears
City Chairman mandates implementation of apartment renovation incentives
HCMC Party Chief surveys Binh Duong Ward Public Administrative Service Center
Heavy rain expected in many areas today
Renovation brings new look to Hoan Kiem Lake area
Ho Chi Minh City leaders offer charitable meals to disadvantaged people
Armed naval fleet parades at sea to celebrate 80th National Day longform
National
Hanoi greenlights $71 billion mega-projects on Red River Boulevard, Olympic City
The Hanoi Party Committee has approved two strategic mega-projects, aiming to restructure the capital’s urban space, boost GRDP growth to over 11 percent, and prepare the city for international sporting events by 2035.
Southeastern region’s transport network boosts trade, regional growth
Vietnam’s rapid, sustainable development goal is well-grounded, feasible: PM
Key transport projects across Central and Central Highlands ready for opening
HCMC Ring Road 3 section in Tay Ninh Province ready for technical opening longform
International
Vietnam opens border schools to Lao students
Vietnam and Laos strengthen educational ties with plans for joint university and student exchanges. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Lao Minister of Education and Sports Thongsalith Mangnormek to deepen educational collaboration.
Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha meets EU diplomats in Vietnam
Vietnam sends sympathy to Australia following Sydney shooting
Frigate 015 – Tran Hung Dao concludes visit to RoK
Japan, Brazil assist Vietnam in addressing storm and flood damage
Business
Exports still heavily reliant on FDI, imported inputs
The Agency of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Industry and Trade hosted a forum titled “Solutions for Sustainable Export Growth” on December 16 in Hanoi.
Market connectivity stepped up for HCMC’s food, foodstuff industry
HCMC promotes clean aquaculture for sustainable marine economy
HCMC prepares ample supplies for Tet market stabilization
Vietnam’s banana industry targets US$1 billion in export revenue
Education
Experts urge caution on e-textbook rollout to prevent digital divide
While acknowledging the logistical benefits of electronic textbooks, educators urge the Education Ministry to prioritize data privacy, standardized interoperability, and equitable access to prevent a digital divide among students.
Vietnam opens border schools to Lao students
National Assembly passes trio of education laws to globalize Vietnamese schools
Exceptional graduates granted VND150 million upon their recruitment in Hai Phong
Students winning int’l Olympiads, science and engineering competitions commended
Sports
SEA Games 33: Vietnam temporarily ranks third on medal tally
As of 21:30 on December 16, the Vietnamese delegation brought home 48 golds, 52 silvers and 74 bronze medals, temporarily ranking ranking third at SEA Games 33.
