National
Over VND66 billion raised for “Spring Journey to the Mountains and Seas” program
On January 3, the Vu A Dinh Scholarship Fund and the “For Beloved Hoang Sa–Truong Sa” Club, in coordination with Ho Chi Minh City Radio and Television, organized the 2026 “Spring Journey to the Mountains and Seas” program.
PM urges completion of Quang Trung Campaign by January 15
Troops work through holidays to rapidly rebuild homes in storm-hit areas
National Highway 51 clear on first day of New Year holiday
Construction of Bien Hoa–Vung Tau expressway continues through New Year holiday longform
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
HCMC attracts over US$5.3 billion into industrial parks in 2025
More than US$5.3 billion in new and additional investment was channelled into Ho Chi Minh City’s export processing and industrial zones in 2025, up 0.37 percent year-on-year and exceeding the annual target by 17.5 percent.
Companies push smart factory transformation to compete amidst manufacturing race
Shopping surge marks lively start to 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnamese goods expand presence in French retail
U.S. delays higher tariffs on imported furniture to 2027
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.
