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Rivers in full spate, triggering floods in Hanoi’s suburban areas
Authorities warned that flooding could affect residents, agriculture, aquaculture, transport and daily activities while landslides are also possible in vulnerable areas.
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Former deputy labour minister sentenced to 12 years
Former Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Nguyen Ba Hoan was sentenced to 12 years in prison by the Hanoi People’s Court on August 24.
NA President of Côte d'Ivoire visits agriculture university
President of the National Assembly of Côte d'Ivoire Patrick Achi praised Vietnam's major achievements in agriculture, particularly improvements in productivity, livestock and fisheries, as well as policies promoting agro-processing and higher added value, while visiting the Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA) in Hanoi on August 24.
Vietnamese navy opens 2026 int’l training programme
Nearly 50 naval officers, instructors and cadets from 12 countries, including Australia, Cambodia, Canada, China, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Singapore and Thailand, are joining the event. It is designed to foster solidarity, mutual respect and friendship among participating countries.
Procurators seek death penalty for nine defendants in extremely serious drug trafficking case
The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Procuracy on August 24 delivered its indictment against the 227 defendants, describing it as an extremely serious, highly sophisticated, and large-scale transnational case.
NA approves establishment of Quang Ninh and Bac Ninh cities
The establishment of Quang Ninh and Bac Ninh is not merely an administrative restructuring, he said, but also aims to reorganise development space, improve local governance models and create a new growth driver for the two localities, the Red River Delta, the northern region and the country as a whole.
Vietnamese-Korean multicultural families to receive support for Vietnam trips
This year, 16 Vietnamese-Korean multicultural families, comprising 49 members, were selected from nominations made by 13 family centres across the province. The families will visit Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from September 18-29, coinciding with the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Vietnam opens up to the world without losing autonomy: Argentine expert
Patricio Carmody, an advisory member of the Argentine Council for International Relations (CARI), emphasised the rapid socio-economic changes Vietnam has undergone, as well as its growing influence on the international stage.
PM asks for stronger security, public order measures for National Day holiday
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has ordered ministries, agencies and local authorities to strengthen measures to ensure national security, public order and social safety during the National Day holiday from August 29 to September 2.
Coast Guard force joins fishermen in fight against IUU fishing
The outreach focused on maritime and island laws, particularly regulations on combating IUU fishing. Through dialogues, leaflets, consultations and question-and-answer sessions, coast guard officers helped fishermen better understand fishing-zone boundaries, requirements for installing vessel monitoring systems, and necessary legal procedures for offshore fishing.
Agricultural sector targets full online public services by 2027
The goals are part of the ministry’s administrative reform plan for 2026-2030, which seeks to build a modern, streamlined and effective administration centred on serving people and businesses.
Hanoi promotes craft village tourism as a driver of growth
Hanoi’s experience shows that linking craft villages with tourism and digital transformation is no longer simply a local initiative. By preserving heritage, promoting products through digital platforms and using tourism as a channel to showcase traditional crafts, the capital’s craft villages can integrate more deeply into the creative economy and create momentum for sustainable growth in rural areas.
ASEAN strengthens ties with Sri Lanka through food, culture
The cultural programme takes place from August 21-23, bringing together chefs and culinary specialities from five ASEAN member states with diplomatic missions in Colombo, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.
Vietnam issues rules on handling cyberspace activities threatening national security
The decree, which took effect on August 19, provides detailed regulations for Article 14 of the Law on Cybersecurity, covering preventive and handling measures, the authority of specialised cybersecurity forces and competent agencies, and the responsibilities of domestic and foreign businesses providing telecommunications, Internet and other online services.
Public security official highlights benefits of cybersecurity compliance
The National Cybersecurity Association held a conference in Hanoi on August 21 to highlight key features of and guide public compliance with the Law on Cybersecurity and Law on Personal Data Protection.
Vietnam advances qualifications referencing to support labour mobility in ASEAN
On August 21, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), in cooperation with the Department of Vocational and Continuing Education under the Ministry of Education and Training, held a national workshop in Hanoi to discuss the implementation of the AQRF and introduce Vietnam's AQRF Referencing Report and post-referencing action plan.
JICA helps Ho Chi Minh City upgrade drainage sewer system using trenchless technology
The project will rehabilitate 2.1km ageing pipelines in the city’s downtown, helping improve drainage and sewerage network performance, reduce the risk of road subsidence, and enhance public health and urban resilience.
Bac Ninh poised for historic milestone as centrally-run city
Bac Ninh is approaching a historic milestone as the Government has approved a proposal to establish the province as a centrally-run city and submitted it to the National Assembly for consideration, with localities across the province accelerating urban development and infrastructure preparations.
Passengers advised on refunds for cancelled Bamboo Airways flights
To protect consumers’ legitimate rights and interests, the commission advised passengers whose flights were cancelled and who wish to seek refunds to visit Bamboo Airways’ ticket refund information portal and complete the online form with the required information.
Vietnamese, Chinese youth carry forward bilateral friendship
A Chinese official expressed his hope that young people from the two countries will continue to play their role as successors to the friendship, working together in development and connectivity and helping promote bilateral ties.
