Vietnam's Communist Party Central Committee Concludes Fourth Meeting in Hanoi
The Communist Party of Vietnam's 14th Central Committee has concluded its fourth meeting in Hanoi, setting key policy and administrative priorities that will guide the country's economic development, foreign relations and internal governance.
Ho Chi Minh City Advances $10 Billion Plan for Three New Metro Lines
Ho Chi Minh City is preparing investment plans for three urban railway lines totaling 90 kilometers and costing an estimated 254 trillion dong, with construction targeted to begin by the end of 2026. The projects aim to improve connections between major southern economic centers and Long Thanh International Airport.
Ho Chi Minh City Taps International Financial Centre to Fund Major Infrastructure Projects
Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are seeking foreign and private investment through the Vietnam International Financial Centre to finance transport networks, power infrastructure and climate-related projects, as the country targets economic growth of up to 10% in 2026.
Severe Flooding Hits Vietnamese Cities as Da Nang Military Prepares Emergency Response
Heavy rainfall has caused prolonged flooding in parts of Ho Chi Minh City, while military authorities in Da Nang have mobilized nearly 130 personnel and placed amphibious armored vehicles on standby for emergency evacuations and disaster relief operations.
Vietnam Advances Plans for Domestic Railway Manufacturing Complex
Vietnam's government has begun a pre-feasibility study for a national Railway Industrial Complex intended to strengthen domestic production of rail equipment and infrastructure, supporting future urban transit projects and the proposed North-South high-speed railway.
Ho Chi Minh City Sanctions Contractors Over An Phu Underpass Road Defects
Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Construction has penalized contractors working on the 455-meter HC1-01 underpass at An Phu intersection over substandard road surface restoration, ordering repairs to be completed by October 10 to improve traffic safety and reduce congestion.
Vietnam's Coffee Exports Reach Nearly $8.9 Billion as Industry Pushes for Premium Robusta Branding
Vietnam exported an estimated 1.59 million metric tons of coffee worth almost $8.9 billion in 2025, accounting for roughly 40% of global Robusta supply. Producers are seeking stronger international branding to move beyond bulk commercial blends and capture more value from premium coffee markets.
Stanford-Led Global Ranking Places 121 Vietnamese Scientists Among World's Top 2%
A 2026 research ranking compiled by a Stanford University group has recognized 121 scientists from 44 Vietnamese institutions among the world's top 2% of researchers, highlighting the country's growing presence in academic research and applied scientific fields.
Ho Chi Minh City Advances $10 Billion Plan for Three New Metro Lines
Ho Chi Minh City is preparing investment plans for three urban railway lines totaling 90 kilometers and costing an estimated 254 trillion dong, with construction targeted to begin by the end of 2026. The projects aim to improve connections between major southern economic centers and Long Thanh International Airport.
Ho Chi Minh City Taps International Financial Centre to Fund Major Infrastructure Projects
Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are seeking foreign and private investment through the Vietnam International Financial Centre to finance transport networks, power infrastructure and climate-related projects, as the country targets economic growth of up to 10% in 2026.
Severe Flooding Hits Vietnamese Cities as Da Nang Military Prepares Emergency Response
Heavy rainfall has caused prolonged flooding in parts of Ho Chi Minh City, while military authorities in Da Nang have mobilized nearly 130 personnel and placed amphibious armored vehicles on standby for emergency evacuations and disaster relief operations.
Vietnam Advances Plans for Domestic Railway Manufacturing Complex
Vietnam's government has begun a pre-feasibility study for a national Railway Industrial Complex intended to strengthen domestic production of rail equipment and infrastructure, supporting future urban transit projects and the proposed North-South high-speed railway.
Ho Chi Minh City Sanctions Contractors Over An Phu Underpass Road Defects
Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Construction has penalized contractors working on the 455-meter HC1-01 underpass at An Phu intersection over substandard road surface restoration, ordering repairs to be completed by October 10 to improve traffic safety and reduce congestion.
Vietnam's Coffee Exports Reach Nearly $8.9 Billion as Industry Pushes for Premium Robusta Branding
Vietnam exported an estimated 1.59 million metric tons of coffee worth almost $8.9 billion in 2025, accounting for roughly 40% of global Robusta supply. Producers are seeking stronger international branding to move beyond bulk commercial blends and capture more value from premium coffee markets.
Stanford-Led Global Ranking Places 121 Vietnamese Scientists Among World's Top 2%
A 2026 research ranking compiled by a Stanford University group has recognized 121 scientists from 44 Vietnamese institutions among the world's top 2% of researchers, highlighting the country's growing presence in academic research and applied scientific fields.