Vietnam's public employees to have five consecutive days off on National Day
HANOI: Public employees will be granted five consecutive days off on the National Day, Sept 2 this year, according to an official announcement from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA).
Vietnam coach Kim seeks quick recovery ahead of Asean Hyundai Cup final clash against Thailand
Vietnam coach Kim Sang-sik will give his players two days off to prepare for Saturday's first leg of the Asean Hyundai Cup 2026 final against Thailand.
Vietnam urges completion of EV charging systems at roadside rest stops before 2027
HANOI: The Department for Roads of Vietnam under the Ministry of Construction has asked investors and operators of roadside rest areas to install and put into operation electric vehicle (EV) charging systems before Jan. 1, 2027, local media VnEconomy reported Wednesday (Aug 19).
Vietnam proposes ending death penalty for six offences
HANOI: Vietnam's government has proposed abolishing the death penalty for six offences, including drug trafficking and the rape of minors, as part of a revision of the country's criminal code presented to parliament on Thursday (Aug 20) state media reported.
Volunteer divers fight to bring Vietnam reefs back to life
GIA LAI: Almost every day, after ferrying the last tourists back to shore, Nguyen Ton Xuan Sang straps on an air tank, pulls on his mask and drops back into the sea with an empty sack.
Domestic delight for S P Setia
S P Setia Bhd has delivered sales of RM864mil in its second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q26) with domestic developments contributing RM784mil, representing 91% of the total sales, while international developments accounted for the remaining 9%.
Ex-politician spared charges in crash that killed teen
A former politician unintentionally killed a teenager in a traffic accident in central Hanoi last year but was exempted from criminal prosecution, a police officer told state television.
Malaysia's campaign in Hyundai AFF Cup over after loss to Vietnam in Hanoi
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian football team's journey in the Hyundai AFF Cup has ended after they suffered a 2-0 loss to Vietnam in their second-leg semi-final in Hanoi on Wednesday (Aug 19).
Vietfish expo drives Vietnam seafood industry towards higher value, sustainability
HCM CITY: The Vietnam International Fisheries Exhibition (Vietfish 2026) opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in HCM City on Wednesday (Aug 19), bringing together businesses across the seafood value chain and showcasing the country's production and processing capabilities.
Vietnam seeks to clear land before compensation in overhaul plan
HANOI: Vietnam has proposed allowing land clearance to begin before compensation and resettlement plans are finalised, a major change that could speed up development projects but raise concerns about safeguards for residents.
