Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam Housing Law and social housing regulations

18 clusters · 27 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam Ministry of Construction inspects social housing projects in Thai Nguyen

Vietnam continues to undergo legislative and regulatory shifts in its real estate sector. A central point of discussion involves the Ho Chi Minh City Real Estate Association (HoREA) proposing the reinstatement of residen

Vietnam real estate: market shifts and social housing push

95 clusters · 60 sources · last updated about 11 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam real estate and corporate bond markets face mixed outlooks

The Vietnamese real estate market continues to face liquidity challenges and high interest rates. While the first half of 2026 saw an 18% drop in transactions, the third quarter saw successful transactions fall by anothe

Global pickleball expansion and professionalization

48 clusters · 81 sources · last updated about 11 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam Pickleball teams secure victories in Laos and China

The professional and competitive pickleball landscape continues to expand through major international tournaments and national championships. In the United States, the Veolia Pickleball National Championships in Cary att

Cast and production updates for film Chị chị em em 3

8 clusters · 12 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Ninh Duong Lan Ngoc returns to cinema after four-year hiatus

The production of the film ‘Chị chị em em 3’ has seen the announcement of new cast members making their acting debuts. Miss Universe Vietnam 2023, Bùi Quỳnh Hoa, is set to debut as a gentle character in a period setting,

Vietnam 500-day war-dead identification campaign (Oct 2026)

139 clusters · 66 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Nghệ An launches second phase of DNA sampling for martyrs' relatives

The nationwide “500-day-night” campaign to identify war dead continues to expand across Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. As of October 15, 2026, the campaign has recovered 3,686 sets of remains, comprising 2,416 within Vietn

Vietnam digital transformation and e-government

158 clusters · 91 sources · last updated about 15 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam proposes expanding electronic identification to goods and digital assets

Vietnam is accelerating its digital transformation through expanded e-government services and administrative reforms. A key component is the transition from traditional social insurance codes to personal identification n

Vietnam accelerates AI integration and human capital reform

60 clusters · 74 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam approves national program to attract key talent

Vietnam is accelerating its transition toward an AI-native economy, aiming to become an ASEAN AI hub by 2030. Adoption is rising rapidly, with approximately 245,000 businesses having integrated AI. This shift is reshapin

Theft and fraudulent reports in Vietnam

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Police investigate theft and false reports in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

Authorities in Vietnam have investigated several incidents involving property theft and the filing of false police reports to conceal personal financial actions. In Lâm Đồng province, a young man confessed to fabricatin

Vietnam tourism policy shift and industry growth

36 clusters · 58 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam provinces develop diverse tourism products

Vietnam’s tourism sector is undergoing a strategic transformation following Resolution 26-NQ/TW, which aims to establish tourism as a “spearhead economic sector.” Under Resolution 263/NQ-CP, the government seeks to posit

Vietnam agricultural trade and production trends

24 clusters · 35 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam pork prices drop to two-year low

Vietnam continues to evolve its agricultural sector through high-tech integration, sustainable practices, and a shift toward commercialized, branded production. In Lam Dong, the province is utilizing deep processing and

Vietnam land, e-government and urban reforms

50 clusters · 57 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam Land Law 2024 sets restrictions on land title transfers

In late 2026, Vietnam accelerated legislative efforts to modernize land management and real estate regulation. Following Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng’s Resolution No. 278/NQ-CP, the government is working to ensure the Lan

Vietnam social welfare and medical allowance updates

29 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam to implement new social pension and welfare allowances

Vietnam continues to expand its social welfare and medical allowance frameworks through new decrees and legislative updates. Following recent increases to social assistance, the government issued Decree 350/2026/NĐ-CP on

Drug enforcement operations in Vietnam

5 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Ho Chi Minh City police crack down on drug crime

Law enforcement in Vietnam has conducted various operations targeting narcotics use and distribution. In Da Nang, a 45-day intensive crackdown from August 5 to September 20 concluded with record-breaking enforcement numb

Vietnam advances administrative, labor, and accountability

26 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam issues plan to refine job positions in political system

Vietnam is advancing its reform agenda by transitioning from high-level policy to localized implementation, focusing on administrative streamlining, labor productivity, and social security. National efforts include a com

Vietnam banks H1-Q4 2026: Growth, liquidity, and rate shifts

58 clusters · 58 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnamese bank savings interest rates show differentiation

Vietnam’s banking sector maintained strong momentum through much of 2026, characterized by record deposits and significant asset expansion. By June, total deposits reached 17.44 quadrillion VND. In September 2026, the St

Vietnam economic performance and market trends

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam automobile imports surge by 24.7% in first nine months

In the first nine months of 2026, Vietnam experienced significant economic momentum, with GDP growing 9.01% year-on-year. This growth was bolstered by a robust industrial and construction sector, a growing services secto

Global Halloween and autumn seasonal festivities

13 clusters · 98 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Global Halloween tourism trends and seasonal attractions

Global preparations for Halloween and autumn festivities continue through retail expansion, community cultural events, and seasonal tourism. In the United States, the National Retail Federation estimates Halloween spendi

Vietnam accelerates high-tech, maritime, and green shift

324 clusters · 162 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam aims to expand role in global semiconductor value chain

Vietnam is accelerating its transition toward a high-tech, maritime-oriented economy to achieve high-income status by 2045. Economic momentum remains exceptionally strong; in the first nine months of 2026, GDP grew 9.01%

Ho Chi Minh City real estate market trends

10 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Ho Chi Minh City housing project for police forces begins construction

The real estate market in Ho Chi Minh City continues to face a divergence between rising supply and liquidity challenges. While legal reforms and social housing initiatives have helped improve supply, apartments accounte

Vietnam lottery draws and payouts August-October 2026

72 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietlott lottery winners claim nearly 400 billion VND in An Giang

Lottery activity in Vietnam remained intense through October 2026. Following a period of high jackpots in late September, Vietlott announced a historic milestone on October 4. After 26 consecutive draws without a winner,

Ho Chi Minh City: Regional Integration and Infrastructure

23 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Ho Chi Minh City targets 15-20% public transport usage by 2030

Ho Chi Minh City is advancing its integration through strengthened regional diplomacy and modernized urban planning. The city is deepening bilateral ties with Indonesia and acting as a bridge to Thailand, while also stre

Vietnam accelerates road, bridge, and metro projects

21 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam electronic toll collection fees and Ben Luc-Long Thanh expressway progress

Vietnam continues to fast‑track large‑scale transport and urban‑infrastructure works to enhance regional connectivity. In Hanoi, construction of the Phạm Tu‑Road 70 interchange is ramping up to meet its late 2026 complet

Vietnam accelerates Phú Quốc infrastructure for APEC 2027

27 clusters · 49 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Tran Thanh Man sets strict standards for APEC 2027 projects in Phu Quoc

Infrastructure development for the 2027 APEC summit in Phú Quốc has entered an intensive phase. By August 2026, the island was designated a model security zone, with major road links and hotel complexes nearing completio

Vietnam trade and agricultural sector developments

77 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam exports reach $463.7 billion through mid-October

Vietnam’s trade landscape is characterized by high-value manufacturing and shifting agricultural trends. By the end of the third quarter, total import-export turnover reached $888 billion, a 30.4% increase year-on-year.

Vietnam administrative and social reforms

9 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam proposes full tuition waivers for 35 high-demand occupations

The Vietnamese government has initiated several administrative and regulatory reforms targeting education, trade, and social welfare. In the education sector, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung addressed textbook supply issues

Asset liquidation in Truong My Lan case

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Lexus luxury car owned by Truong My Lan sold at auction

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are auctioning various assets belonging to Truong My Lan, the former Chairwoman of Van Thinh Phat Group, to satisfy her obligation to reimburse over 30,081 billion VND to more than 43,000

Vietnam market volatility, foreign outflows, and recovery

75 clusters · 60 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vietnam stock market recovers as interest rates decline

The VN-Index has experienced significant volatility, characterized by periods of sharp decline followed by attempts at recovery. In early September 2026, the index faced resistance near 1,850 points before reversing to c

Vietnam Long Thanh Airport development

17 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Long Thanh Airport to implement paperless biometric travel

Vietnam continues to advance the Long Thanh International Airport project, targeting full commercial operation around December 24, 2026. The project is entering a critical final phase, with construction output value reac

Vietnam administrative reform and land digitization

37 clusters · 39 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ho Chi Minh City allocates 1.8 trillion VND for Ben Thanh - Thu Thiem metro site clearance

By late October 2026, Ho Chi Minh City continued its transition toward a proactive urban development model, shifting governance toward long-term urban quality and citizen-centric solutions. A major legislative milestone

Vietnamese personal and cultural success stories

7 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Vietnamese artists reflect on career challenges and professional advice

Profiles of Vietnamese individuals highlight personal journeys of resilience and professional contributions to the nation's culture. Early accounts focus on personal growth and overcoming childhood hardships, such as tho