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Hanoi has approved a 100-year master plan for the capital region, aiming to solidify its position as a hub for broader development. The plan emphasizes integration with surrounding regions and national/international economic corridors, focusing on urban rail, public squares, and green spaces.
Vietnam's weather on October 23 is forecast to be sunny in the north during the day, while the south can expect scattered showers and thunderstorms. The southwestern part of the south is likely to see more widespread rain. Rough seas are predicted in the northeastern offshore areas.
Nghe An Province in Vietnam is implementing innovative initiatives like mobile service points and home visits to bring administrative services closer to residents. These efforts aim to simplify procedures, enhance transparency, improve citizen convenience, and boost the efficiency of local governance.
Vietnam leverages its political and social stability, rich culture, economic achievements, and independent foreign policy as sources of enhanced international influence. Efforts are underway to transform these strengths into global trust and standing, necessitating governance reforms and increased national attractiveness.
The Mekong Delta region in southern Vietnam is bracing for record high tides, with authorities issuing urgent warnings of severe flooding across vast areas. Can Tho city, in particular, anticipates water levels exceeding alarm level III, raising concerns about the impact on infrastructure and daily life.
Vietnam's Party General Secretary and President undertook a European tour, deepening ties with the EU and Belgium, highlighted by a new Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Denmark. This move is expected to elevate Vietnam's international standing and economic cooperation.
Vietnam's top leader visited Belgium's major port, emphasizing the importance of bilateral relations built on friendship, trust, and mutually beneficial cooperation. The visit signaled a commitment to strengthening ties, particularly in maritime transport, seaports, and logistics.
Vietnamese Party General Secretary and President To Lam met with EU Council and Commission leaders in Brussels on October 22, 2026, discussing bilateral cooperation, regional security, and global challenges, and reaffirming their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Vietnam Airlines will launch a new direct flight service connecting Da Nang and Singapore starting November 17. This initiative is expected to enhance convenience for travelers between the two cities and boost exchanges in both tourism and business.
Vietnamese President To Lam met with European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels, agreeing to deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Both sides confirmed plans to strengthen cooperation across various fields including trade, investment, technology, energy transition, and infrastructure development.
A 35-hour train journey across Vietnam highlights the nation's current state of economic growth and infrastructure development, as well as its future prospects. This trip offers a glimpse into the rapidly changing Vietnamese society.
Thanh Binh, a family-run eatery operating for 42 years near Ho Chi Minh City's Ben Thanh Market, has closed due to a lack of successors. Loyal customers expressed their sadness, with tributes flooding social media.
Nguyen Quang Khanh, General Factory Director at Intel Products Vietnam, urged young Vietnamese semiconductor engineers to pursue expertise with perseverance, beyond their strong foundational skills and rapid learning abilities. Intel is focusing on local talent development to elevate Vietnam's position in the global value chain.
Gold prices in Vietnam have fallen for four consecutive days, with significant drops observed in SJC gold bars and gold rings. Global gold price declines and concerns over US interest rate hikes are impacting the domestic market.
Vietnam's domestic gold prices have declined, with SJC gold falling to 14.23 million VND/tael and gold bars to 14.09 million VND/tael. International gold prices briefly dipped to around $4,115/ounce, influenced by US monetary policy outlook.
Gia Binh International Airport in Vietnam is accelerating construction ahead of APEC 2027, aiming to establish future international routes through partnerships with global airlines. The airport is participating in the "Routes World" forum to build relationships with carriers before its operational launch.
Vietnam's Ministry of Health has proposed amendments to the Law on Prevention and Control of Tobacco Harms, aiming to ban the production, sale, and import of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products from 2025. The draft also seeks to prohibit tobacco displays in retail outlets and online, targeting reduced youth exposure.
A bar raid in Ho Chi Minh City has led to the dismantling of a large-scale drug trafficking ring operating across multiple provinces. Authorities are now investigating the complex distribution network and individuals involved.
Ho Chi Minh City police have arrested 36 individuals, including business owners, for operating a high-interest lending scheme disguised as 'gold rental' services. The operation involved illegal lending with annual interest rates exceeding 500%.
In a shocking incident in central Vietnam, a man attacked a car, smashing its window and fatally stabbing the driver whom he suspected of having an affair with his ex-wife. This case highlights the persistent issue of personal disputes escalating into violent crimes in Vietnam.
Four inmates, serving sentences for serious crimes including drug trafficking and murder, have escaped from a prison in Vietnam's central Khanh Hoa province. Authorities have launched an extensive manhunt and are urging public vigilance. One of the escapees had previously injured two police officers.
Acclaimed Vietnamese director Nguyen Vinh Son, best known for the beloved TV drama 'Dat Phuong Nam,' has passed away at the age of 73. He was a significant contributor to Vietnamese cinema for many years.
Hanoi is proceeding with a plan to incorporate approximately 4,000 hectares, including Ba Vi National Park and its buffer zone, from Phu Tho province. This move is expected to increase the city's natural area by about 40 square kilometers. Public consultations are underway before administrative boundary adjustments are made.
The advancement of AI technology has led to the discovery of a critical PHP vulnerability, 'PHP2Shell,' capable of website hijacking. Vietnamese companies and organizations are scrambling to respond, highlighting AI's dual role in shaping cybersecurity for both offense and defense.
Cybercriminals in Vietnam are increasingly bypassing bank biometric security systems using deepfake technology, leading to rapid transfers of large sums of illicit funds. Authorities warn this criminal activity may be becoming 'industrialized' and urge enhanced countermeasures.
A Marshall Islands-flagged cargo ship has been detained for 30 days by court order in Vietnam's Quang Ngai province following a collision that damaged the Hoa Phat Dung Quat dedicated port facility. The detention aims to resolve civil dispute over damages, with the cause of the accident under investigation.
Nguyen Hoa Binh, widely known as 'Shark Binh,' a prominent Vietnamese investor, has been indicted for allegedly aiding money laundering in a large-scale virtual currency fraud case. Authorities suspect approximately 320 billion VND (around $13.5 million USD) obtained through fraud was laundered via his e-payment service, Ngan Luong. He is also accused of instructing subordinates to create falsified documents to evade law enforcement investigations.
A street tree collapse in Ho Chi Minh City has killed a man, highlighting ongoing issues with aging urban infrastructure and management. The incident, occurring after rainfall, is under investigation by authorities, as similar accidents are common during the rainy season.
Vietnamese President To Lam met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, proposing science-technology, innovation, and energy transition as new pillars of strategic cooperation. The EU expressed eagerness to strengthen ties, confirming collaboration in renewable energy and infrastructure development.
Vietnamese President To Lam met with leading European and Belgian business executives in Brussels, urging the utilization of the EVFTA, promotion of EVIPA ratification, and cooperation in strategic infrastructure and advanced technologies. Cooperation agreements were signed in education, high-tech parks, energy, aviation, and tourism.
Vietnamese President and General Secretary To Lam visited the European Council, confirming progress in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the EU. Focus was on increasing bilateral trade and expanding cooperation in energy, science, and technology.
Vietnam Digital Week, themed "Intelligent Connectivity: AI Governance, Shaping AI Transformation," will take place in Quang Ninh from October 28-30. The event aims to deepen international cooperation, policy dialogue, and promote technology transfer in AI and strategic technologies.
Vietnam is strengthening its strategy to link export growth with increased domestic value addition. The aim is to achieve sustainable economic growth by avoiding tariff barriers and price volatility risks. This marks a significant turning point for the Vietnamese economy as it deepens its role in global supply chains.
An Giang Province in southern Vietnam is intensifying its crackdown on Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing activities. The province aims to have the European Commission's "yellow card" lifted by tightening fleet management and supporting fishermen's livelihoods.
Vietnam is accelerating industrial development in its North Central region, aiming to build renewable energy value chains and enhance productivity through smart factories. This initiative is a significant step towards sustainable economic growth and increased international competitiveness.
Information about a student being taken to the Cambodian border area in Dong Nai Province, Vietnam, has been revealed as a hoax. The student confessed to fabricating the story to gain permission to use a personal motorcycle for school. The involved college has issued an apology and vowed to prevent recurrence.