Vietnam’s domestic sectors struggle with labor shortages
Vietnam's seafood and garment industries are facing labor shortages despite higher wages, highlighting challenges as the Southeast Asian…
By Diana Mae Y. Cleto
Diana attained her degree in Journalism from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines.
Her interests revolve around Philippine fantasy novels, Japanese animated films, and Korean reality TV shows.
Saigon International Guitar Festival returns to HCMC
The Saigon International Guitar Festival (SIGF) is set to return to Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together…
Vietnam orders fuel supply inspections amid localized diesel shortages
Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade has instructed local authorities to inspect fuel supplies after some petrol retailers…
Vietnam’s Dragon Fin Cape attracts visitors with scenic coastline, legends
Mui Vi Rong (Dragon Fin Cape) is becoming one of Vietnam's most attractive coastal destinations, drawing visitors with…
Vietnam to launch housing support program for Agent Orange victims’ families
Ten provinces and centrally-run cities in Vietnam are set to launch an initiative on Wednesday to replace dilapidated…
Vietnam coffee exports rise but lower prices cut earnings
Vietnam exported about 150,000 tons of coffee worth $552.6 million in June, raising total exports in the first…
New cave found in Vietnam nature reserve
Forest rangers have discovered an untouched cave with vibrant stalactites in the Bac Huong Hoa Nature Reserve in…
Vietnam orders review of locality mergers after a year of reforms
Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) has ordered a broad assessment to determine whether further consolidation of communes…
Vietnam power company’s $2bn 2025 profit sparks debate on possible power price cuts
State utility Vietnam Electricity's (EVN) profit of nearly $2billion in 2025 has raised debate over whether this could…
French top court to hear Agent Orange lawsuit on June 16
The French Court of Cassation is set to hold a public hearing in Paris on June 16 regarding…
Vietnam orders review of price adjustments to control inflation
Vietnam's government has directed a review of any adjustments to state-controlled prices, including electricity tariffs, healthcare fees, and…
Vietnam reaffirms commitment to APEC, outlines plans for 2027 hosting
Vietnam has reiterated its strong commitment to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum and outlined its vision and…
Film festival news: Hong Kong director Johnnie To to chair Asian jury at DANAFF IV
Veteran Hong Kong director Johnnie To has been appointed head of the Asian Competition jury for the fourth…
Vietnam’s ‘Quan Ky Nam’ wins best director at Asian Art Film Festival 2026
Vietnamese motion picture "Quan Ky Nam" ("Ky Nam Inn"), directed by Leon Le, has won the best director…
Vietnam refinery imports 950,000 barrels of Congo crude
The Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical Plant in Thanh Hoa Province, Vietnam, has imported over 950,000 barrels of…
Vietnamese firm exports 1.1 million LSD vaccine doses to South Korea
On Friday, AVAC Vietnam JSC exported 1.1 million doses of its AVAC LSD LIVE vaccine for lumpy skin…
Tourism surges in Vietnam’s Hue over holiday period
The central city of Hue in Vietnam welcomed 610,000 visitors during the Reunification Day and International Workers' Day…
26 new caves discovered in Vietnam’s Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Explorers have documented 26 newly identified caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri Province, Vietnam,…
Vietnam BirdRace 2026 to soar in May
The Vietnam BirdRace 2026 wildlife photography competition will be held at Cat Tien National Park in Dong Nai…
Butterfly season arrives early in Vietnam’s Cuc Phuong National Park
During early April, millions of butterflies in vibrant colors blanket forest trails and tree tops in Cuc Phuong…
Vietnamese travelers among Asia’s top food explorers
Vietnamese travelers are ranked second among Asia's top food explorers, with 35% selecting destinations based on culinary experiences,…
Documentary on Vietnam’s Son Doong Cave featured on CBS’s “60 Minutes”
CBS's "60 Minutes," one of the longest-running television news shows in the United States, featured a documentary about…
Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026 to take place from end of May
The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2026 is scheduled to take place from May 30 to July…
Local films dominate Vietnam’s 2025 box office
The domestic box office in Vietnam increased significantly in 2025, with local films dominating. According to cinema chain…