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A growing number of incidents involving unauthorized access by residents and vehicles to under-construction highways in northern Vietnam have raised serious safety concerns. Construction authorities are urging stricter monitoring and access restrictions to prevent potential accidents.
Binh Duong province welcomed over 315,000 tourists during the National Day holiday, a 19% increase year-on-year. Vibrant cultural, sports, and tourism activities contributed to the region's economic revitalization.
Vietnam's National Assembly Standing Committee convened its 6th session in Hanoi, slated to review approximately 40 items including personnel resolutions, support for small and medium-sized enterprises, and rectifying administrative delays. Key issues for economic growth and public welfare are on the agenda.
Vietnam Railways safely transported over 219,000 passengers during the National Day holiday, a 114% increase year-on-year. The company will also begin selling tickets for the 2027 Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday on September 5, implementing purchase limits to combat scalping.
Vietnamese Finance Minister Ngo Van Tuan met with the head of Russia's Sakha Republic, agreeing to expand cooperation in various fields including resources, labor, and cultural exchange. The complementarity between Sakha's abundant mineral resources and Vietnam's processing capabilities and market was particularly highlighted.
Vietnam's GDP grew 8.39% in Q2 2026, reaching 8.18% for the first half, among the highest globally. Increased FDI and a maturing domestic market are reinforcing its role in global supply chains.
Vietnam attracted over $40.63 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first eight months of the year. This growth is driven by large-scale, high-tech projects, signaling an improvement in the quality of capital inflows. Businesses, however, are calling for further simplification and digitalization of administrative processes.
Quang Tri Province in central Vietnam welcomed approximately 294,000 tourists during the National Day holiday (August 29 - September 2), generating a total revenue of VND 338 billion. This marks a 5.47% increase in both tourist numbers and revenue compared to the same period last year.
A man in Dong Nai province, Vietnam, allegedly attacked four people in a neighboring house, killing three and critically injuring one, after failing to break into his ex-girlfriend's home. The suspect has been arrested and is under investigation.
Flooding in the Mekong Delta has led to the reappearance of numerous rare fish species, signaling a potential ecosystem recovery. However, sustainable resource protection necessitates unified, inter-provincial fishing management and strict enforcement against illegal practices.
Gia Lai Province recorded nearly VND1 trillion (approximately $40 million) in tourism revenue during the five-day National Day holiday, a significant increase from the previous year. The Quy Nhon area was a major draw, boosting the province's prospects for hosting the National Tourism Year next year.
The vice dean of Truong Dai hoc Trinh Vuong University in Vietnam has been arrested on charges of abuse of power, facilitating tuition fee fraud, and the forgery of graduation certificates. The investigation is expanding to uncover the full extent of the misconduct.
Vietnam celebrates its 81st National Day, marking remarkable economic and social progress over the past eight decades. The nation reaffirms its commitment to peace and prosperity through continued development and strengthened international cooperation, honoring the legacy of President Ho Chi Minh.
In Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 11 individuals have been sentenced to death in the large-scale drug trafficking case known as "VN10," which involved over 2,700 people. The case saw transactions totaling nearly 29 trillion VND (approximately $1.2 billion USD), highlighting Vietnam's intensified efforts to combat drug trafficking.
Vietnamese scientists have developed a porous biocarrier, dubbed "biochips," designed to house microbes that efficiently break down pollutants in wastewater. This domestically produced material is expected to significantly reduce costs compared to imported alternatives and enhance wastewater treatment capabilities in Vietnam.
The US House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning socialism but did not mention the Vietnamese government. Vietnamese-American Representative Derek Tran expressed disappointment that his amendment was rejected, criticizing the resolution for ignoring Vietnam's historical hardships.
Son La province in northern Vietnam is promoting a cultural exchange program in border areas with Laos, aiming to strengthen friendly ties, boost sustainable tourism, and foster economic cooperation between the two nations' communities.
Over 80 people have been killed in six African countries due to 'genital theft' rumors spread on social media. This highlights the growing importance of media literacy in Vietnam, where social media use is also rapidly increasing.
Vietnam has entered a new era of development, following independence, reunification, and renewal, according to a top Party leader. The value of Party documents must be measured by their ability to solve practical problems, as the nation aims for wealth and strength while contributing to global challenges.
Vietnamese communities in China and Japan celebrated Vietnam's National Day, acting as vital links that foster people-to-people ties and promote broader economic, cultural, and technological collaboration.
Hanoi experienced severe traffic congestion on the first working day after the New Year holiday, with vehicles inching along the Vinh Tuy bridge. Citizens expressed concerns about the impact on daily life.
Multiple boarding schools in Vietnam's border regions are rushing to complete final construction works ahead of the new academic year, aiming to improve student learning environments and contribute to local communities.
Vung Tau City, Vietnam has summoned a man for an on-street assault incident. A video circulating on social media shows the man repeatedly attacking an individual on a motorbike. The incident highlights the importance of public safety and law enforcement.
A horrific incident has occurred in Dong Nai Province, southern Vietnam, where three people were found dead in their home. Police are collaborating with relevant units at the scene in Bùi Chu hamlet, Bình Minh commune, to investigate the cause of the incident, which has sent shockwaves through the local community.
Vietnam is expanding its healthcare and welfare services to address its rapidly aging population. Key initiatives include establishing daytime daycare centers for the elderly, mandating annual free health check-ups from 2026, and introducing telemedicine and robotic surgery. These efforts reflect the Vietnamese government's commitment to tackling social challenges alongside economic growth.
Vietnam marks 81 years of independence, honoring Ho Chi Minh's legacy while highlighting significant economic growth and expanding global role since Doi Moi. The nation expresses readiness to bridge ASEAN and SCO.
The Ho Chi Minh City Eye Hospital, formerly the Clinique Saint-Paul, was designed by renowned French colonial architect Louis Chauchon and built in the late 1930s. Featuring a stylish fusion of Art Deco curves and traditional four-panel roofs, it housed state-of-the-art facilities.
A luxury dining series featuring six renowned chefs has launched on Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam, blending local ingredients and culture into 13 unique experiences. As the sole Vietnamese stop for Marriott International's "Luxury Dining Series 2026," the event aims to showcase the island's culinary appeal on an international stage.
An Giang Province in Vietnam is nearing the completion of its summer-autumn rice harvest, focusing on expanding high-quality, low-emission rice production to increase farmer profits. Notably, a low-emission rice production promotion project is contributing to cost reduction and profit growth.
On September 3, domestic gold prices in Vietnam plunged, with SJC gold bars and gold rings falling to VND 147.4 million and VND 146.9 million per tael respectively, while international prices began to rebound.
At a Latino Festival in Canada, a Vietnamese tea vendor is creating a space for cultural exchange by offering traditional lotus tea. The stall introduces Vietnamese artisanal crafts alongside the spirit of Vietnamese hospitality.
Lao newspaper Pathet Lao lauded Vietnam's 81st National Day as a "glorious historic milestone," reflecting on its journey from independence struggles to peacetime development and increased international standing. Tributes were also paid to President Ho Chi Minh.
Phu Tho Province in northern Vietnam has completed the reorganization of educational institutions and staff deployment, ushering in the new academic year. This consolidation has reduced public educational units by 1,206, aiming for greater efficiency. Teacher training programs are seeing increased popularity in university admissions.
Vietnam's agriculture, forestry, and fishery sectors showed overall stability in August and the first eight months of 2026. However, challenges such as reduced rice cultivation areas due to unfavorable weather and land use changes, and an increase in forest fires, were highlighted. Conversely, pig and poultry farming, along with aquaculture, maintained positive momentum.
Vietnam's Maritime Police are intensifying on-site inspections in border waters with Southeast Asian nations to combat Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. This initiative is part of efforts to have the EU's "yellow card" warning lifted, aiming for sustainable fisheries and international credibility.
A Chinese national has been arrested in northern Vietnam in connection with a grocery store robbery. The suspect reportedly confessed to committing the crime due to financial difficulties, following a four-day manhunt.