Vietnam Targets Tourism As Key Economic Pillar Under New Politburo Resolution

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Vietnam Targets Tourism As Key Economic Pillar Under New Politburo Resolution

Vietnam has set its sights on transforming tourism into a cornerstone of the national economy, with a Politburo resolution targeting a 10 to 12 per cent contribution to gross domestic product by 2030 while pivoting towards higher-spending visitors, extended stays and greater economic value per arrival. Resolution No. 26-NQ/TW.

Sep 6, 2026 42 views

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Cai Rang Floating Market Posts Public Prices for National Day

The iconic Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho City is expected to welcome a large number of visitors during the ongoing National Day holiday.

Aug 31, 2026 30 views

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Blast at Phu Tho Rental Room Leaves One Dead, Three Injured

PHÚ THỌ, Vietnam</b> – One person was killed and three others seriously injured in an explosion at a rental room in Bình Xuyên Commune, Phú Thọ Province, on Saturday afternoon, with police investigating whether the blast was linked to the illegal production of firecrackers.

Aug 31, 2026 38 views

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Top leader vows to elevate Vietnam's global role in National Day address

General Secretary and President To Lam has affirmed Vietnam's readiness to serve as a bridge for cooperation and dialogue while contributing more practically to global affairs, in a speech delivered at the Hồ Gươm Opera House in Hanoi on August 28 during a ceremony marking the 81st anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

Aug 30, 2026 54 views

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Vietnam tops global instant noodle consumption, 81 servings per person

An average Vietnamese consumed 81 servings of instant noodles last year, the highest in the world, with demand rising for the second consecutive year

Aug 27, 2026 47 views

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Vietnam Turns the Spirit of National Day into a Tourist Attraction

The National Day holiday offers a chance to turn Vietnam's history, culture, and festive atmosphere into distinctive tourism products, helping attract more international visitors and boost the year-end travel season as red flags line streets across the country, historical sites welcome large numbers of visitors, and cultural activities create a special atmosphere

Aug 27, 2026 30 views

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Ho Chi Minh City man arrested 82 minutes after gold shop robbery

A 44-year-old man was arrested just 82 minutes after smashing a gold shop display case with a concrete brick and stealing 10 gold bracelets in Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday

Aug 27, 2026 51 views

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Russia seeks to expand cooperation with Vietnam in new areas, deputy PM says

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko has proposed that Russia and Vietnam expand cooperation in new and promising areas to create fresh momentum for sustainable bilateral growth

Aug 27, 2026 44 views

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Former Vietnam labour deputy minister sentenced to 12 years in bribery case

The Hanoi People's Court sentenced former Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Nguyễn Bá Hoan to 12 years in prison on Monday following a week-long trial

Aug 25, 2026 45 views

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Metro Trains At 120 Kph To Link Ho Chi Minh City To $13 Billion Long Thanh Airport

A 46-kilometre rail line connecting central Ho Chi Minh City to Long Thanh International Airport is set to break ground around September 2, with a preliminary cost of 134 trillion Vietnamese dong

Aug 25, 2026 84 views

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Authorities evacuate residents as storm Narra triggers flooding in northern Vietnam

Downpours from storm Narra, the fourth storm to hit the East Vietnam Sea this year, have caused widespread flooding and landslides in the northern provinces of Lang Son and Bac Ninh

Aug 22, 2026 57 views

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Heavy rain cuts off thousands of residents in central province Nghe An

Torrential rain from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning caused widespread flooding, landslides, and the temporary isolation of thousands of households across the central province of Nghe An

Aug 20, 2026 41 views

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Five Chinese nationals detained over fake monk scam targeting foreign tourists in Ho Chi Minh City

Five Chinese nationals allegedly posing as Buddhist monks have been detained for questioning after reportedly approaching international tourists and asking them for money around Ben Thanh Market

Aug 20, 2026 60 views

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Vietjet resumes five routes to Da Lat as Lien Khuong Airport reopens

Vietjet has resumed five air routes connecting Da Lat with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hai Phong, Vinh, and Da Nang as Lien Khuong International Airport in central Lam Dong province reopened on August 19, with the airline's first flight to Da Lat after the reopening departing from Hanoi.

Aug 20, 2026 59 views

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Vietnam sets 2027 deadline for EV charging at expressway rest stops

The Department for Roads has ordered investors and operators of roadside rest areas to complete the installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure before January 1, 2027

Aug 19, 2026 70 views

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Hanoi man charged with raping Vietnamese-American woman at Phu Tho hotel

Police in Phu Tho Province have charged a 23-year-old man from Hanoi with the alleged rape of a 24-year-old Vietnamese-American woman at a hotel apartment

Aug 19, 2026 228 views

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Eleven prosecuted in alleged kidney trafficking ring in Ho Chi Minh City

The Investigation Police Agency of Ho Chi Minh City has initiated legal proceedings against 11 individuals across three cases of trading in human body parts, an offence under Article 154 of the Penal Code

Aug 18, 2026 72 views

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Nearly 39,000 businesses exit Ho Chi Minh City market amid rising pressures

More than 38,800 businesses exited the Ho Chi Minh City market in the first seven months of 2026, reflecting mounting pressure on companies to adapt to global uncertainty, tighter operating requirements, and structural changes

Aug 18, 2026 80 views

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Vietnam overtakes Thailand as Southeast Asia's second-largest aviation market

Vietnam has surpassed Thailand to become Southeast Asia's second-largest commercial aviation market by available seats in August, according to OAG, a global provider of aviation data and analytics, marking a significant milestone in the country's aviation sector recovery and expansion

Aug 18, 2026 57 views

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Vietnam and Germany investigate flight incident after technical issue forces Munich return

German authorities are spearheading the investigation into the recent Vietnam Airlines flight VN34 incident, with Vietnamese officials actively coordinating efforts and requesting prompt updates as both nations work to determine the cause of the technical issue that forced the Boeing 787-9 to return to Munich Airport shortly after takeoff

Aug 17, 2026 81 views

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Vietnam and Cambodia Accelerate Search for Fallen Soldiers' Remains

Vietnam and Cambodia have reaffirmed their commitment to intensifying the search, collection, and repatriation of the remains of Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts who died in Cambodia

Aug 17, 2026 55 views

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Remains of 311 soldiers found in mass graves beneath Ho Chi Minh City park

Eight mass graves containing the remains of war martyrs have been uncovered at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City, with search teams recovering 311 sets of remains to date.

Aug 17, 2026 42 views

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Russian tourist arrested for stealing Rolex and Louis Vuitton from Hoi An resort

Police in Vietnam's central city of Da Nang have arrested a 39-year-old Russian woman for breaking into a Hoi An beach resort and stealing a Rolex watch and other valuables worth more than 500 million Vietnamese dong (approximately $19,000).

Aug 17, 2026 67 views

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[Photo Essay] A Morning on Ha Long Bay

There are few places on earth that feel as timeless as Ha Long Bay. The emerald waters stretch endlessly, dotted with limestone karsts that rise like ancient sentinels from the sea.

Aug 17, 2026 59 views

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Vietnam Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Munich after technical issue

A Vietnam Airlines flight bound for Hanoi was forced to return to Munich Airport shortly after takeoff on August 15 due to a technical problem.

Aug 16, 2026 46 views

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Cham Islands launch project to restore seagrass as ecological 'diamond mine'

Ecologist Trần Thị Phương Thảo and her six-member scuba team descend into the waters off the Cham Islands, quietly checking the seagrass beds that shelter marine life.

Aug 16, 2026 41 views

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Hanoi Launches Pilot 'Smart Police Station' Kiosk with Multi-Language Support

The 'Smart Police Station' kiosk model was officially launched for pilot operation in Hanoi on Saturday morning, offering 24/7 multi-language support to assist both locals and tourists.

Aug 16, 2026 51 views

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Vietnam launches project to elevate robusta coffee’s global standing

A new initiative unveiled in July in Vietnam’s Central Highlands aims to transform the country’s robusta coffee sector from a raw-material supplier into a globally recognized brand of quality and value.

Aug 16, 2026 64 views

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[Video] Scuba Diving the Cham Islands: Coral Reefs & Marine Conservation in Central Vietnam

Dive beneath the turquoise waves of the UNESCO Cu Lao Cham Biosphere Reserve off Hoi An, discovering vibrant soft corals, nudibranchs, and sea turtles.

Aug 16, 2026 2,936 views

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[Video] Saigon Twilight Timelapse: From Bitexco Financial Tower to Thu Thiem Peninsula

Watch our exclusive high-definition 4K aerial cinematic showcase as dusk blankets Ho Chi Minh City, illuminating Landmark 81, the Saigon River, and vibrant street life.

Aug 16, 2026 6,458 views

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[Video] Ban Gioc Waterfall Drone Tour: Asia's Most Breathtaking Border Cascades in Cao Bang

Soar over the roaring multi-tiered cascades of Ban Gioc Waterfall on the Vietnam-China border, nestled amidst emerald karst mountains and golden rice fields.

Aug 16, 2026 4,363 views

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HCMC Metro Line 1 Officially Launches Commercial Passenger Service Across 14 Stations

Ho Chi Minh City celebrates a transformative milestone in urban public transit as Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) opens to hundreds of thousands of daily commuters.

Aug 15, 2026 4,864 views

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Vietnam Greenlights $67 Billion North-South High-Speed Railway Connecting Hanoi & Saigon

The National Assembly approves the historic 1,541-kilometer high-speed railway with trains operating at 350 km/h, linking Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in just over five hours.

Aug 13, 2026 3,988 views

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[Photo Essay] The Elegance of Ao Dai: Vibrant Silk Garments at the Annual Saigon Ao Dai Festival

A high-resolution visual celebration of Vietnam's iconic national dress, captured along Nguyen Hue Walking Street and the historic Saigon Central Post Office.

Aug 12, 2026 3,600 views

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[Video] Nha Nhac Royal Court Music: UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Hue

Experience the mesmerizing ceremonial music and court dances performed by master musicians playing traditional stone chimes, bronze bells, and two-stringed fiddles.

Aug 12, 2026 2,983 views

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Global Semiconductor Titans Expand Billion-Dollar R&D and Packaging Campuses in Da Nang

Da Nang High-Tech Park cements its position as Southeast Asia's rising Silicon Hub as multinational microelectronics firms inaugurate advanced chip design and test facilities.

Aug 12, 2026 2,875 views

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Hoi An Ancient Town: Lantern Festivals, Tailor Boutiques & Michelin-Recognized Street Food

Step back in time through the pedestrianized mustard-yellow lanes of Hoi An, where 16th-century Japanese merchant houses meet aromatic Cao Lau noodle stalls and riverboats.

Aug 12, 2026 3,925 views

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Vietnam Expands 90-Day Multiple-Entry e-Visas to Fuel Record-Breaking International Tourism

New streamlined immigration policies and unilateral visa exemptions for major European and North American markets propel Vietnam past 18 million annual visitor arrivals.

Aug 11, 2026 3,443 views

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[Video] Hanoi Street Food Odyssey: From Anthony Bourdain's Bun Cha to Creamy Egg Coffee

Join our culinary journalists on an intimate 4K video tasting tour through the narrow alleyways of Hanoi's Old Quarter, savoring sizzling Bun Cha and legendary Cafe Giang.

Aug 11, 2026 5,156 views

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Son Doong Cave Expedition: Journey Inside the World's Largest Subterranean Kingdom

Hidden deep inside Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park lies a subterranean giant so vast it harbors its own jungle, weather system, and 400-million-year-old stalagmites.

Aug 11, 2026 4,160 views

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[Video] Cu Chi Tunnels Historical Documentary: The Underground Labyrinth of Resilience

Explore the legendary 250-kilometer subterranean network of living quarters, command posts, kitchens, and hospitals carved by hand northwest of Saigon.

Aug 11, 2026 3,976 views

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[Video] Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills: Walking Along the Giant Stone Hands Above the Clouds

Take an immersive 4K walking tour across Cau Vang (Golden Bridge) suspended 1,400 meters above sea level in the misty mountains of Da Nang.

Aug 11, 2026 4,932 views

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The Ultimate Ha Long & Lan Ha Bay Luxury Cruise Guide: Limestone Karsts, Secret Lagoons & Cat Ba

Discover the ethereal beauty of UNESCO World Heritage Ha Long Bay and serene Lan Ha Bay aboard 5-star boutique catamarans featuring private balconies and kayak expeditions.

Aug 11, 2026 5,253 views

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[Photo Essay] Dawn at Cai Rang: A Symphony of River Commerce, Sampans & Tropical Produce

A visual photographic journey through the vibrant colors, floating coffee kitchens, and bustling trade on the Hau River in the heart of the Mekong Delta.

Aug 11, 2026 3,212 views

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Sapa Terraced Rice Valleys: Trekking Muong Hoa & Homestays with the H'mong and Dao

High in the Tonkinese Alps of northwest Vietnam, Sapa offers emerald cascading rice amphitheaters, misty mountain passes, and warm ethnic minority hospitality.

Aug 11, 2026 3,156 views

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Phu Quoc Tropical Paradise: Sunset Town, Starfish Beach & Luxury Overwater Resorts

Vietnam's largest island in the Gulf of Thailand blends visa-free entry, white-sand beaches, vibrant night markets, and world-class 5-star seaside retreats.

Aug 10, 2026 3,703 views

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Long Thanh International Airport Completes Terminal Roof Ahead of 2026 Maiden Flights

The lotus-inspired 4F mega passenger terminal in Dong Nai province nears completion, paving the way to relieve Tan Son Nhat with 100 million passenger capacity.

Aug 10, 2026 2,221 views

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Ninh Binh & Trang An: Rowing Through the Terrestrial Ha Long Bay & Ancient Capital Hoa Lu

Just 90 minutes south of Hanoi, Ninh Binh dazzles with emerald lotus rivers winding between towering karst peaks, ancient temples, and mystical water caves.

Aug 9, 2026 3,015 views

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Vietnam's Electric Mobility Revolution: Over 150,000 Charging Stations Installed Nationwide

From the northern passes of Ha Giang to the southern tip of Ca Mau, an interconnected network of fast EV chargers accelerates zero-emission transportation.

Aug 9, 2026 2,017 views

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Da Lat Highlands: Pine Forests, French Villas, Waterfall Canyoning & Artisanal Arabica Coffee

Nestled at 1,500 meters in the Central Highlands, Da Lat offers crisp alpine air, vibrant flower gardens, adrenaline-pumping canyoning, and Vietnam's premier specialty coffee.

Aug 8, 2026 2,673 views

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Hanoi Completes Historic Sword Lake Restoration & Old Quarter Pedestrian Expansion

The thousand-year-old capital unveils revitalized heritage walking zones around Hoan Kiem Lake, preserving French colonial architecture and ancient guilds.

Aug 8, 2026 2,483 views

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Mekong Delta Odyssey: Cai Rang Floating Market, Fruit Orchards & River Sampans

Immerse yourself in the 'Rice Bowl of Vietnam', navigating labyrinthine waterways, lush tropical fruit plantations, and floating markets teeming with river commerce.

Aug 7, 2026 2,845 views

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Vietnam's Digital Economy Surpasses $36 Billion as Tech Startups and AI Hubs Multiply

Driven by booming e-commerce, fintech payments, and generative AI ventures, Vietnam ranks among the fastest growing digital economies in the Asia-Pacific.

Aug 7, 2026 1,902 views

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Con Dao Archipelago: Pristine Marine Sanctuaries, Sea Turtles & Secluded Luxury

Far from the tourist crowds lies Con Dao, a secluded group of 16 mountainous islands boasting coral reefs, nesting green turtles, and tranquil luxury sanctuaries.

Aug 6, 2026 2,273 views

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Billion-Dollar Green Hydrogen & Offshore Wind Mega Project Inks Agreement in Binh Thuan

Vietnam accelerates its Net Zero 2050 pledge with a massive 3.5GW offshore wind and green hydrogen export complex off the South Central coast.

Aug 6, 2026 1,692 views

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[Photo Essay] Cho Ben Thanh After Dark: The Sights, Sizzling Woks & Night Stalls of District 1

When the iconic clock tower strikes 6 PM, the streets surrounding Saigon's Ben Thanh Market transform into an open-air night market filled with sizzling seafood woks and handcrafted souvenirs.

Aug 5, 2026 4,609 views

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Hue Imperial Citadel: Ancient Nguyen Dynasty Palaces, Royal Tombs & Imperial Gastronomy

Immerse yourself in the noble history of Vietnam's former imperial capital along the Perfume River, renowned for its Forbidden Purple City and sophisticated culinary traditions.

Aug 5, 2026 2,783 views

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Vietnam Airlines Expands Non-Stop Routes to Europe & North America with Boeing 787-10 Fleet

Direct flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to London, Paris, Frankfurt, and San Francisco receive expanded frequencies to meet sky-high international demand.

Aug 5, 2026 2,169 views