Rights group expresses concerns about imprisoned Vietnam activist’s health

Amnesty International expressed concerns on Wednesday for the health of imprisoned Vietnamese activist Can Thị Theu, in a letter addressed to the country’s President. The organization called for the immediate release of the human rights defender...

West frets over China's interest in Vietnam tungsten mine, sources say

‘If I didn’t do what I did, we wouldn’t have survived’: Vietnam War hero inducted into Fort Campbell’s Medal of Honor Rotunda

During a surprise enemy attack in Vietnam in 1970, 101st Airborne Division soldier Kenneth David jumped into combat and drew enemy fire away from injured soldiers. FORT CAMPBELL, KY (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – In 1969, Kenneth David, a fresh-faced...

Vietnam improves mechanisms on capital access for startups

HANOI, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam has issued a decree to amend regulations on innovative startup investment, aiming to boost capital access and foster a more favorable legal environment for entrepreneurship, Vietnam News Agency reported...

Typhoon Kajiki Devastates Vietnam as Relief Efforts Expand

At least seven people have died and 47 others sustained injuries as Typhoon Kajiki swept through Vietnam, leaving thousands of families displaced and damaging over 30,000 homes across multiple provinces. The International Organization for...

Vietnamese players advance to second round in world badminton championship

Vietnamese bodybuilders among Asia's best competitors

Typhoon Kajiki kills eight in Vietnam, Thailand

BANGKOK: Typhoon Kajiki has killed eight people, including one in Thailand and seven in Vietnam, authorities said on Wednesday, with the Vietnamese government warning of more flash floods and mudslides to come. The storm, which made landfall in...

Malkia Strikers hope win against Vietnam can serve as launching pad

Audio By Vocalize Captain Meldine Sande says Malkia Strikers’ emphatic victory over Vietnam and winning a set against former European champions Poland in the World Volleyball Championship in Thailand can act as a starting point of an important...

Vietnamese Catholic community marks 50 years in isles

The Vietnamese Holy Martyrs Catholic Community’s anniversary celebration Aug. 15 included a procession by the Daughters of the Society of St. Monica at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa in Honolulu. (Courtesy Dann Ebina) By Father Anthony Tran...

Vietnam's Textile Industry Breaks Records with Export Momentum

Vietnam's textile and garment industry is on track to meet an ambitious export target of US$47-48 billion by the end of 2025, driven by strong order flows and global expansion. Since the beginning of the year, the industry has received positive...

Vietnam ends state monopoly on gold bar production; local price premiums may narrow

[HO CHI MINH CITY] Vietnam, one of the largest gold markets in Asia, has initiated a major overhaul by ending over 13 years of state monopoly on gold bar production, which was previously held by state-owned Saigon Jewelry Company (SJC). According...

Vietnam tourism on show at ITE HCMC 2025

Home › Events › Vietnam tourism on show at ITE HCMC 2025 By TravelPress Staff August 27, 2025 The 19th Ho Chi Minh City International Travel Expo – ITE HCMC 2025 will take place from Sept. 4 to Sept. 6, 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention...

Vietnam Airlines launches special program in celebration of National Day

Passengers will enjoy limited-edition boarding passes, specially designed National Day meals, and the song “Duong chung ta di” (The path we follow) played as the plane taxis. This program not only offers a unique experience for passengers but also...

Vietnam will switch to fuel blended with ethanol to increase U.S. exports

Vietnam plans to switch to ethanol-blended fuel from next year. This will allow the Southeast Asian nation to import corn and ethanol from the United States. According to documents reviewed by the ministry, the Ministry of Industry and Trade...

Vietnam, Maldives set sights on enhanced all-round cooperation

Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives Trinh Thi Tam made a working visit to the Maldives from August 22 to 26, on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries...

Vietnam to compete at Asian Youth MMA Championships 2025

Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s Mixed Martial Arts Federation (VMMAF) has announced that it is sending a delegation to the Asian Youth Mixed Martial Arts Championships 2025, set for August 27–31 in Manama, Bahrain. This is the first continental youth...

Vietnamese players advance to second round in world badminton championship

Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Unseeded players Nguyen Thuy Linh and Vu Thi Trang of Vietnam secured second round's slots in the TotalEnergies Badminton World Federation Championships 2025 in Paris, France. Former Olympian Trang needed just 30 minutes to...

Vietnam, Portugal step up education cooperation

Hanoi (VNA) – The University of Economics and Business (UEB) under the Vietnam National University, Hanoi and the Faculty of Economics (FEP) under Portugal’s University of Porto will bolster multi-faceted cooperation under a freshly signed...

Vietnam, Panama celebrate half a century of friendship, cooperation

Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam and Panama are set to further consolidate and expand their cooperation both within bilateral and multilateral frameworks, thanks to the sustained efforts of successive generations, a Panamanian diplomat has affirmed. Speaking...