Scorching heat tests daily life across Vietnam
HANOI: A prolonged heatwave has gripped Vietnam in recent weeks, with temperatures rising above 40 degrees Celsius in many areas, sending residents in search of relief, forcing outdoor workers to endure harsh conditions and driving up electricity demand nationwide.
Vietnam says USTR forced labour conclusion does not reflect its efforts
HANOI: Vietnam's foreign ministry said on Thursday (June 4) that the US Trade Representative's conclusion that it had failed to curb trade in goods made with forced labour does not fully or accurately reflect Vietnam's mitigation efforts.
Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports hit nearly US$3bil in five months
HANOI: Fruit and vegetable exports rose sharply in the first five months of 2026, driven by strong shipments of fresh and frozen durian and a growing share of processed products, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.
Vietnam's retail sales of goods, services up 11.2 per cent in five months
HANOI: Vietnam's total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenue reached an estimated 3.18 quadrillion Vietnamese dong (about US$126.47 billion) in the first five months of the year, up 11.2 per cent year on year, local daily VnEconomy reported Thursday (June 4), citing the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam attracts wave of hi-tech investments as push for value chain advancement continues
HANOI: While Vietnam is attracting a wave of high-tech foreign direct investment (FDI), with major projects in semiconductors, electronics, artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced materials, experts say the country must strengthen its domestic capabilities to move beyond its role as a manufacturing hub and climb up global technology value chains.
Vietnam, China, Laos, Myanmar agree joint crackdown on cross-border drug crime
HANOI: A three-month anti-drug campaign involving Vietnam, China, Laos and Myanmar will begin on June 15, following talks among representatives of the four countries in Hanoi on Tuesday (June 2).
Four family members drown in central Vietnam after boat capsizes
HA TINH, (Vietnam): Four members of the same family, including two young children, drowned in the central province of Ha Tinh on Tuesday (June 2) afternoon after their boat capsized during a recreational swim, local officials said.
Vietnam opens the door to rehabilitation for inmates
HANOI: The clemency policy continues to reflect the humanitarian and merciful tradition of the Party and State, creating opportunities for reformed prisoners to reintegrate into the community early and become useful citizens.
Ho Chi Minh City maps out 100-year vision to become leading Asia-Pacific hub
HCM CITY: HCM City aims to become one of the Asia-Pacific region's leading economic, financial and innovation hubs under a new master plan with a 100-year vision, as Vietnam's largest metropolis seeks to manage rapid growth while preparing for long-term challenges such as climate change and global urban competition.
Vietnamese deputy PM urges intensified crackdown on IP violations
HANOI: Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has urged ministries, sectors and local authorities to step up efforts to combat intellectual property infringements, targeting a minimum 20-per cent rise in the number of handled cases in 2026 from the 2025 level, local media Voice of Vietnam (VOV) reported on Tuesday (June 2).
