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Vietnam’s Vingroup makes first foray into steel industry

Vietnam’s leading private conglomerate Vingroup has entered the steel industry with the establishment of VinMetal Joint Stock Company.

Vietnam incomes rise 10%, but 1.6mn young people remain out of work or school

Average worker income in Vietnam rose 10 percent in the first nine months of 2025, but youth unemployment remained high, with 1.6 million people aged 15 to 24 not working or in education, the National Statistics Office’s data showed.
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Vietnam incomes rise 10%, but 1.6mn young people remain out of work or school

Average worker income in Vietnam rose 10 percent in the first nine months of 2025, but youth unemployment remained high, with 1.6 million people aged 15 to 24 not working or in education, the National Statistics Office’s data showed.

Ho Chi Minh City tests phone-free recess at 16 schools

Sixteen middle and high schools and continuing education centers in Ho Chi Minh City have begun piloting a new initiative that bans mobile phones during recess.
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Ho Chi Minh City tests phone-free recess at 16 schools

Sixteen middle and high schools and continuing education centers in Ho Chi Minh City have begun piloting a new initiative that bans mobile phones during recess.

Vietnam Party leader’s visit to North Korea marks historic milestone in bilateral ties

Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam is set to make a landmark trip to North Korea on Thursday, marking his first state-level visit and reaffirming Vietnam’s commitment to its long standing friendship with the country, according to the Ministry of For
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Vietnam Party leader’s visit to North Korea marks historic milestone in bilateral ties

Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam is set to make a landmark trip to North Korea on Thursday, marking his first state-level visit and reaffirming Vietnam’s commitment to its long standing friendship with the country, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Earthquake strikes Vietnam's Cao Bang, no damage reported

A magnitude-3.4 earthquake hit Can Yen Commune, Cao Bang Province, northern Vietnam on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Vietnam Earthquake Information and Tsunami Warning Center under the Institute of Earth Sciences.
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Earthquake strikes Vietnam's Cao Bang, no damage reported

A magnitude-3.4 earthquake hit Can Yen Commune, Cao Bang Province, northern Vietnam on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Vietnam Earthquake Information and Tsunami Warning Center under the Institute of Earth Sciences.

Vietnam stock market upgraded to secondary emerging status

Index provider FTSE Russell has officially upgraded Vietnam to secondary emerging market status from frontier market, with the reclassification set to take effect on September 21, 2026.
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Vietnam stock market upgraded to secondary emerging status

Index provider FTSE Russell has officially upgraded Vietnam to secondary emerging market status from frontier market, with the reclassification set to take effect on September 21, 2026.

Thousands evacuated overnight as floodwaters overflow outer dikes in northern Vietnam

Floodwaters overflowed some segments of protective dikes in Bac Ninh Province, northern Vietnam late on Tuesday night, forcing the urgent evacuation of thousands of residents as surging water flooded homes and farmland.
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Thousands evacuated overnight as floodwaters overflow outer dikes in northern Vietnam

Floodwaters overflowed some segments of protective dikes in Bac Ninh Province, northern Vietnam late on Tuesday night, forcing the urgent evacuation of thousands of residents as surging water flooded homes and farmland.

Ho Chi Minh City rush hour sends 40+ motorbikes onto sidewalks within minute

At least 41 motorbikes were seen driving on the sidewalk within one minute during Tuesday morning rush hour on Pham Van Dong Boulevard in Ho Chi Minh City, raising public concerns about traffic safety and pedestrian rights.
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Ho Chi Minh City rush hour sends 40+ motorbikes onto sidewalks within minute

At least 41 motorbikes were seen driving on the sidewalk within one minute during Tuesday morning rush hour on Pham Van Dong Boulevard in Ho Chi Minh City, raising public concerns about traffic safety and pedestrian rights.

Ho Chi Minh City suspends bus driver after video shows vehicle on sidewalk

A public bus driver in Ho Chi Minh City has been suspended after a video went viral online showing the vehicle partially driving on a sidewalk during midday traffic, authorities said on Tuesday.
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Ho Chi Minh City suspends bus driver after video shows vehicle on sidewalk

A public bus driver in Ho Chi Minh City has been suspended after a video went viral online showing the vehicle partially driving on a sidewalk during midday traffic, authorities said on Tuesday.

Ho Chi Minh City aims to establish low emission zones from 2026

Ho Chi Minh City is set to establish low emission zones in its central areas and the Can Gio area from 2026, with plans to gradually restrict gasoline and diesel vehicles that fail to meet emission standards.
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Ho Chi Minh City aims to establish low emission zones from 2026

Ho Chi Minh City is set to establish low emission zones in its central areas and the Can Gio area from 2026, with plans to gradually restrict gasoline and diesel vehicles that fail to meet emission standards.

In 2050: Your doctor could be AI

Vietnam’s healthcare faces growing pressure from a lack of doctors, lack of facilities, and an aging population. As AI advances, the country must choose whether to lead or lag in healthcare innovation.
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In 2050: Your doctor could be AI

Vietnam’s healthcare faces growing pressure from a lack of doctors, lack of facilities, and an aging population. As AI advances, the country must choose whether to lead or lag in healthcare innovation.

Police arrest suspect in triple murder case in Vietnam’s Dong Nai

The police department of Dong Nai Province in southern Vietnam on Monday held a press conference to announce the results of their investigation into a triple homicide that occurred in Dak Nhau Commune late last week.
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Police arrest suspect in triple murder case in Vietnam’s Dong Nai

The police department of Dong Nai Province in southern Vietnam on Monday held a press conference to announce the results of their investigation into a triple homicide that occurred in Dak Nhau Commune late last week.

Osaka couple arrested for attempting to import rice illegally

OSAKA -- Japanese police arrested a couple in Osaka Prefecture on Monday on suspicion of attempting to fraudulently import rice, disguising the shipment as mung beans.
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Osaka couple arrested for attempting to import rice illegally

OSAKA -- Japanese police arrested a couple in Osaka Prefecture on Monday on suspicion of attempting to fraudulently import rice, disguising the shipment as mung beans.

Vietnam braces for FTSE decision on market upgrade

HANOI -- Vietnam is preparing for a decision on Tuesday by index provider FTSE Russell that could upgrade its stock market to emerging status alongside China and India, potentially unlocking billions of dollars in foreign investment.
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Vietnam braces for FTSE decision on market upgrade

HANOI -- Vietnam is preparing for a decision on Tuesday by index provider FTSE Russell that could upgrade its stock market to emerging status alongside China and India, potentially unlocking billions of dollars in foreign investment.

Unreachable Nobel winner hiking 'off the grid'

One of this year's Nobel winners is a leading medical researcher who also offers a shining example of work-life balance -- so much so that he might not know he won.
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Unreachable Nobel winner hiking 'off the grid'

One of this year's Nobel winners is a leading medical researcher who also offers a shining example of work-life balance -- so much so that he might not know he won.

Schools report damage after 21 quakes hit Vietnam’s Quang Ngai in 15 hours

Quang Ngai Province in central Vietnam recorded 21 earthquakes within 15 hours from Sunday night to Monday morning, causing roof and wall damage at several schools near the epicenter.
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Schools report damage after 21 quakes hit Vietnam’s Quang Ngai in 15 hours

Quang Ngai Province in central Vietnam recorded 21 earthquakes within 15 hours from Sunday night to Monday morning, causing roof and wall damage at several schools near the epicenter.

Japanese woman travels solo around the world, 70 days across Vietnam on Vespa

In late July this year, Yuki Nakatani arrived in Ho Chi Minh City after journeying solo through more than 30 countries around the world.
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Japanese woman travels solo around the world, 70 days across Vietnam on Vespa

In late July this year, Yuki Nakatani arrived in Ho Chi Minh City after journeying solo through more than 30 countries around the world.

Captain missing as Vietnamese fishing boat sunk by S.Korean vessel

A Vietnamese fishing boat with 11 crew members from Gia Lai Province, Vietnam sank at sea after being struck by a South Korean-flagged oil tanker, leaving the captain missing and ten crew members rescued by a nearby vessel.
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Captain missing as Vietnamese fishing boat sunk by S.Korean vessel

A Vietnamese fishing boat with 11 crew members from Gia Lai Province, Vietnam sank at sea after being struck by a South Korean-flagged oil tanker, leaving the captain missing and ten crew members rescued by a nearby vessel.

Ho Chi Minh City exhibition showcases centuries-old artifacts salvaged from Saigon River

Around 100 artifacts, images, and documents are on display at the thematic exhibition ‘The Urban Development Process of Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City,’ currently taking place at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum.
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Ho Chi Minh City exhibition showcases centuries-old artifacts salvaged from Saigon River

Around 100 artifacts, images, and documents are on display at the thematic exhibition ‘The Urban Development Process of Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City,’ currently taking place at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum.

Paving Vietnam’s path to food security amidst climate change

By 2050, what is on a typical Vietnamese family’s dinner table and how much it costs could look very different. Amidst a changing climate and growing demand, Vietnam’s food security will depend on how sustainably, safely, and equitably the agriculture an
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Paving Vietnam’s path to food security amidst climate change

By 2050, what is on a typical Vietnamese family’s dinner table and how much it costs could look very different. Amidst a changing climate and growing demand, Vietnam’s food security will depend on how sustainably, safely, and equitably the agriculture and food systems can develop.

French government quits just hours after being appointed, deepening political crisis

PARIS -- France's new Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned on Monday, barely 14 hours after appointing his new cabinet, after allies and foes alike threatened to topple his government, driving French stocks and the euro sharply lower.
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French government quits just hours after being appointed, deepening political crisis

PARIS -- France's new Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned on Monday, barely 14 hours after appointing his new cabinet, after allies and foes alike threatened to topple his government, driving French stocks and the euro sharply lower.

21 quakes hit Vietnam’s Quang Ngai within 15 hours

Twenty-one earthquakes rattled Quang Ngai Province in central Vietnam from Sunday evening until Monday morning, with the strongest reaching a magnitude of 4.9, according to the Earthquake Information and Tsunami Warning Center under the Institute of Earth Sci
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21 quakes hit Vietnam’s Quang Ngai within 15 hours

Twenty-one earthquakes rattled Quang Ngai Province in central Vietnam from Sunday evening until Monday morning, with the strongest reaching a magnitude of 4.9, according to the Earthquake Information and Tsunami Warning Center under the Institute of Earth Sciences.

Nissan to test self-driving mobility service in Yokohama

YOKOHAMA -- Nissan Motor Co. said Friday that it will test a transportation service using self-driving vehicles in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, for two months beginning November 27.
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Nissan to test self-driving mobility service in Yokohama

YOKOHAMA -- Nissan Motor Co. said Friday that it will test a transportation service using self-driving vehicles in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, for two months beginning November 27.

Vampires, blood and dance: Bollywood horror goes mainstream

MUMBAI -- Long written off as fringe, horror is back in India's Bollywood, reinvented with comedy, mythology and big stars powering a box-office renaissance.
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Vampires, blood and dance: Bollywood horror goes mainstream

MUMBAI -- Long written off as fringe, horror is back in India's Bollywood, reinvented with comedy, mythology and big stars powering a box-office renaissance.

Appetite-regulating hormones in focus as first Nobel Prizes fall

Research into hormones that regulate appetite is seen leading the race for the Nobel Prize in Medicine, to be awarded Monday -- the first in this year's Nobel season.
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Appetite-regulating hormones in focus as first Nobel Prizes fall

Research into hormones that regulate appetite is seen leading the race for the Nobel Prize in Medicine, to be awarded Monday -- the first in this year's Nobel season.

Japanese woman travels solo around the world, 40 days across Vietnam on Vespa

In late July this year, Yuki Nakatani arrived in Ho Chi Minh City after journeying solo through more than 30 countries around the world.
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Japanese woman travels solo around the world, 40 days across Vietnam on Vespa

In late July this year, Yuki Nakatani arrived in Ho Chi Minh City after journeying solo through more than 30 countries around the world.

Lifelong Learning Week 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City highlights self-learn as path to future

The annual Lifelong Learning Week kicked off in Ho Chi Minh City on October 1, with the call for residents to embrace the role of self-study and digital skills in driving personal growth and national development.
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Lifelong Learning Week 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City highlights self-learn as path to future

The annual Lifelong Learning Week kicked off in Ho Chi Minh City on October 1, with the call for residents to embrace the role of self-study and digital skills in driving personal growth and national development.

Vietnam’s footwear exports to US fell 27% in Sept amid Trump tariffs

HANOI -- Vietnam’s footwear exports to the United States plunged 27% in September to $611 million, marking the steepest decline among all sectors following the implementation of tariffs by the U.S. government, according to customs data released Monday.
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Vietnam’s footwear exports to US fell 27% in Sept amid Trump tariffs

HANOI -- Vietnam’s footwear exports to the United States plunged 27% in September to $611 million, marking the steepest decline among all sectors following the implementation of tariffs by the U.S. government, according to customs data released Monday.

At least 50 bodies recovered after Indonesian school collapse, 13 remain missing

JAKARTA -- The death toll from the collapse of a school in Indonesia last week has climbed to at least 50 people as rescuers have cleared nearly all of the debris, rescue authorities said on Monday, in the country's deadliest disaster this year.
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At least 50 bodies recovered after Indonesian school collapse, 13 remain missing

JAKARTA -- The death toll from the collapse of a school in Indonesia last week has climbed to at least 50 people as rescuers have cleared nearly all of the debris, rescue authorities said on Monday, in the country's deadliest disaster this year.

Storm Matmo hits southern China, brings heavy rains to northern Vietnam

Storm Matmo, the 11th to form in the East Vietnam Sea this year, made landfall in Guangxi Province, southern China early on Monday, bringing heavy rains to northern Vietnam that are expected to last through Tuesday, according to the National Center for Hydro-
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Storm Matmo hits southern China, brings heavy rains to northern Vietnam

Storm Matmo, the 11th to form in the East Vietnam Sea this year, made landfall in Guangxi Province, southern China early on Monday, bringing heavy rains to northern Vietnam that are expected to last through Tuesday, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

In Vietnam, grandmother cycles to bring 20kg of rice to flood relief effort despite own home being flooded

At 72, Tran Thi Que is not letting her own troubles stop her from helping neighbors hit hard by floods in central Vietnam.
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In Vietnam, grandmother cycles to bring 20kg of rice to flood relief effort despite own home being flooded

At 72, Tran Thi Que is not letting her own troubles stop her from helping neighbors hit hard by floods in central Vietnam.

Vietnam finance ministry proposes 0.1% tax on gold bullion sales

The Ministry of Finance has announced the proposal to impose a 0.1-percent tax on gold bullion sales to fight speculation as the precious metal has repeatedly hit new highs in Vietnam.
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Vietnam finance ministry proposes 0.1% tax on gold bullion sales

The Ministry of Finance has announced the proposal to impose a 0.1-percent tax on gold bullion sales to fight speculation as the precious metal has repeatedly hit new highs in Vietnam.

Vietnamese teen places third in global Chinese language competition

A 17-year-old high school student became the first Vietnamese finalist and Asia champion at the global 'Chinese Bridge' competition, placing third overall in the widely-recognized Chinese language contest.
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Vietnamese teen places third in global Chinese language competition

A 17-year-old high school student became the first Vietnamese finalist and Asia champion at the global 'Chinese Bridge' competition, placing third overall in the widely-recognized Chinese language contest.

Ho Chi Minh City’s AI traffic cameras detect over 3,000 violations in first month

Artificial intelligence-powered traffic cameras in Ho Chi Minh City recorded more than 3,100 violations between September 1 and October 3, local police said on Sunday, in an early test of the city’s automated enforcement system.
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Ho Chi Minh City’s AI traffic cameras detect over 3,000 violations in first month

Artificial intelligence-powered traffic cameras in Ho Chi Minh City recorded more than 3,100 violations between September 1 and October 3, local police said on Sunday, in an early test of the city’s automated enforcement system.

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