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Da Nang targets high-spending Halal tourists with new Dubai flight

With direct air service from Dubai launching in June, Da Nang aims to attract luxury travelers from the Middle East through Halal-friendly services and infrastructure.

Da Nang to attract visitors from the Middle East

The central city of Da Nang will promote luxury vacation programmes and beach entertainment services for Middle East customers.

Da Nang fireworks seats selling out fast, prices skyrocket

Although the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF 2025) won’t officially open until the evening of May 31, prime spots for watching the pyrotechnics are already in high demand - and fetching sky-high prices.

Da Nang rockets 130 places in global startup ecosystem rankings

The city is also among the world’s 12 standout startup ecosystems featured at StartupBlink’s 2025 online workshop, earning its recognition as one of the planet’s “hottest” startup destinations.

Steel and pharma firms in Da Nang hit with environmental penalties

Da Nang has imposed administrative penalties on four companies for violating environmental protection regulations, with total fines exceeding VND1 billion (over USD39,500).

Da Nang boosts skilled workforce development for int’l financial hub ambitions

The central city of Da Nang has intensified efforts to cultivate a skilled workforce to underpin its ambition of establishing a Vietnam International Financial Centre (IFC).

Da Nang student wins top prize at 2025 UPU letter writing contest

Pham Doan Minh Khue’s heartfelt letter as “the ocean” earns first prize in a contest that attracted 1.5 million entries from across Vietnam.

Da Nang calls for $70M investment in semiconductor packaging lab

Da Nang invites investors to join a new high-tech project for semiconductor packaging, with construction set to begin in 2025.

Foul odor hits My Khe Beach, Da Nang finds wastewater system to blame

Improper drainage from a beachfront restaurant disrupted one of Asia’s most famous beaches.

Russian Navy warships dock in Da Nang for friendship visit

On May 10, a group of ships from the Russian Pacific Fleet arrived at Tien Sa Port to begin their official visit to Da Nang.

Da Nang explores new urban rail link to connect with Quang Nam

Da Nang has established a task force to study the potential investment in an urban railway project that would connect the city with neighboring Quang Nam Province.

Da Nang police apologize for delay in driving license exams

Da Nang’s traffic police launched their first driver’s license test under new regulations, following a two-month delay.

ROKS Kang Gam Chan makes friendly port call to Da Nang

ROKS Kang Gam Chan begins a goodwill visit aimed at deepening Vietnam-South Korea naval relations.

Da Nang’s HPIZA to manage free trade zone as construction begins

The Da Nang Free Trade Zone, which will cover more than 2,300ha with key function sites for manufacturing, a logistics centre and trade and services, would need an investment of 40 trillion VNA (1.6 billion USD).

Da Nang becomes centrally managed city, after merger with Quang Nam

The decision to name Da Nang as a centrally governed city, after merging with Quang Nam, will reinforce the city’s stature and pivotal role.

Peace doves fly as Vietnam’s North-South trains meet in Da Nang

A symbolic reunion of the SE1 and SE4 trains marks 50 years since Vietnam’s national reunification.

Half a century of Vietnamese war films showcased at DANAFF III

DANAFF III will showcase 22 selected war-themed films produced after 1975, accompanied by opportunities for audiences to meet filmmakers and artists.

73 suspects face prosecution in major transnational drug trafficking case

According to the provincial investigation police agency, the case stemmed from a crackdown on a local drug-dealing hotspot in Cam Khe district.

Sex rings thrive in the shadows of Telegram as police crack down

Telegram became the epicenter of organized sex trade networks with tens of thousands of members.

Foreign tourist found dead in ravine at Son Tra Peninsula

Da Nang authorities retrieved a foreign tourist’s body from a steep ravine after days of search efforts in the rugged Son Tra Peninsula.