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Vietnam’s “steel roses” shine in special forces defense exhibition training

In the lead-up to the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition, the women of the Special Forces are undergoing intense training to showcase their elite combat skills.

Government mandates GPS trackers for semi-trailer trucks, ambulances by 2025

Starting January 2025, transport businesses, ambulances, semi-trailer trucks, and road rescue vehicles must install journey monitoring devices under new government regulations.

Domestic conflict in Quang Binh leads to fines for both spouses

Following a domestic dispute in Quang Binh, a husband has been fined 15 million VND for assaulting and insulting his wife, while the wife was earlier fined 7.5 million VND.

Cancer patients' health worsens as they use only medicinal herbs

Instead of receiving medical treatment at hospitals, many cancer patients use therapies based on medicinal herbs, doctors say.

Insulting husband costs woman in Quang Binh VND7.5 million fine

A woman in Quang Binh Province has been fined 7.5 million VND (nearly $300) for insulting the honor and dignity of her husband.

Hanoi greenlights $420 million horse racing track in Soc Son District

Hanoi has approved a master plan for Soc Son Urban Subdivision Zone 3, featuring a $420 million horse racing track alongside parks, schools, and hospitals.

Ha Long Bay celebrates 30 years as a world heritage site

This 30-year milestone not only marks a moment of pride for Việt Nam but also underscores the immense responsibility that comes with safeguarding such a natural treasure.

Hanoi plans to build nearly 600km of urban railway by 2045

The initiative is aimed at reducing traffic congestion, improving transportation infrastructure, boosting the city’s socio-economic growth and mitigating environmental pollution.

Child sex trafficking ring from Vietnam to Laos busted

Authorities have arrested and charged two individuals from northern Việt Nam for trafficking minors under the age of 16.

HCM City pilots international-standard human resources training

A conference to review the implementation of sub-projects under a project on training international-standard human resources and the shared university initiative in Ho Chi Minh City was held by the municipal People's Committee on December 12.

Vietnam’s birth rate hits record low, raising alarm

The country's birth rate has reached an all-time low, estimated at 1.96 children per woman in 2023, with forecasts suggesting further declines.

Requiring practice cards, Hanoi city places more barriers for moto taxi drivers

Hanoi’s intention to require motorbike taxi drivers to have an official practice card is facing strong opposition from drivers and economists.

Anti-vaccine parents put children at risk

The HCM City Children's Hospital 1 has recently treated numerous children with complications caused by measles. All the parents of these children oppose vaccinations.

HCM City promotes developing intelligent transportation system

In the context of rapid urbanisation, and a science and technology revolution in many fields, the combination of technology and management is the key to improve the quality of the urban transport system towards a modern, sustainable and smart city.

Vietnam’s labour force experiences both surplus and scarcity

Compared to many nations in the region, Vietnam’s labour productivity is lower, due to the level of education of its trained workforce, which is primarily equivalent to junior high school.

Hanoi to limit polluting vehicles in pilot low-emission zones

Proposals for fees and charges for pollution-emitting vehicles travelling in low-emission zones are expected to be imposed too.

Distressed foreign sailor saved in Quy Nhon

The Border Guard Command of the southern province of Binh Dinh has received and provided medical assistance to a foreign sailor after they were involved in an accident while working.

Vietnam wins World Mindmap Championship 2024

Vietnam’s super memory team triumphed the 2024 World Mindmap Championship at the world memory sports competition held in Turkey from December 4-10.

Passengers enjoy free rides on Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien metro line for first 30 days

Passengers of Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien) in Ho Chi Minh City will enjoy free travel during the first 30 days of its commercial operation under a resolution passed by the municipal People’s Council at its 20th session on December 11.

Requirements for foreign drivers, vehicles operating in Vietnam

The Government has issued a Decree detailing provisions for the enforcement of the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety, including conditions under which foreign motor vehicles and drivers may operate in Vietnam.