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Land conversion fees shock homeowners, ministry responds

Surging costs for converting land use rights leave residents confused as authorities call for fairer pricing.

Vietnam to implement nationwide motorbike emissions testing from 2027

The emissions inspection will begin in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, then expand nationwide by 2030.

Da Nang builds helicopter zones in remote areas for storm response

New helipads in Vietnam’s highlands will aid in food delivery and emergency rescue during floods.

Fast-track digital ID for foreigners in Khanh Hoa

Foreigners in Khanh Hoa enjoy swift digital ID registration, completed in under 10 minutes with full police support.

Woman climbs power pole, walks on wire, falls to her death

Authorities rushed to cut power as a woman climbed a 10-meter pole and walked on live wires before falling.

Drone hero saves two kids from raging river in Gia Lai

A quick-thinking farmer used his heavy-duty drone to rescue two children trapped in fast-rising floodwaters.

Vietnam Summer Camp 2025 promotes cultural connection, national unity

Running from July 13 - 26, the 2025 camp’s itinerary includes visits to historic and cultural sites like Cu Chi Tunnels, Kon Tum Prison Relic Site, and Quang Tri Martyrs’ Monument.

9.2% minimum wage increase falls short of rising living costs

The proposed minimum wage increases of 8.3 percent and 9.2 percent are higher than the 2024 adjustment, but compared to the rising costs of childcare, housing and healthcare, they remain insignificant.

Nearly 28,000 workers receive severance benefits under Gov't decree

As of June 30, about 29.8 trillion VND had been disbursed, including 7.6 trillion VND for people working at central agencies and 22.2 trillion VND for those at local governments.

Phuc Son Group pays 29.3 million USD to fully cover damages

Phuc Son Group on July 3 made an additional payment of 768 billion VND (approximately 29.3 million USD) to remedy damages in the criminal case involving its Chairman Nguyen Van Hau.

More than 200 foreigners granted Level-2 e-ID accounts in Dong Nai province

The Immigration Division of southern Dong Nai province has issued Level-2 electronic identification (e-ID) accounts to over 200 foreign residents during the first two days of implementation.

Elderly shipper turns down community help, touches many hearts online

Seeing 76-year-old man working as a deliveryman to support his son’s education, the online community has rallied to offer him financial help, but he has firmly declined.

Foreign woman avoids death penalty in Vietnam drug case

A foreign defendant who was caught bringing over 3.5 kg of heroin into Vietnam has been spared the death penalty thanks to recent amendments to Vietnam’s Penal Code.

Vietnamese citizens urged to avoid careless sharing of ID info

Authorities issue alerts after VNeID-related fraud attempts target users with spoofed apps and phishing links.

Who pays hospital fees when patients do not settle their bills?

Doctors and nurses not only face professional pressure to save patients, but also bear the burden of unpaid hospital fees when patients quietly leave without settling their bills.

Finnish bride of groom from Ha Tinh praised for beauty

"She's such a beautiful bride" was the remark a groom from Ha Tinh province heard most about his Finnish wife during their wedding in June.

Aviation authority urges heightened flight safety following aircraft collision

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has issued an urgent directive to aviation units nationwide, calling for strengthened flight safety measures during the summer peak travel period and in anticipation of adverse weather conditions.

Major legal and policy reforms take effect across Vietnam in July

From land-use authority to insurance mandates and new court structures, sweeping legal changes start July 1, 2025.

AI-linked leak of Vietnam’s national math exam sparks criminal case

A criminal probe is underway after students posted live exam questions to AI platforms, breaching state secrecy regulations.

18,000 temples ring peace bells as Vietnam marks historic transition

At exactly 6 a.m. on July 1, more than 18,000 Buddhist temples across Vietnam rang three ceremonial bells and Bat Nha drums, initiating a solemn prayer ceremony for national peace and prosperity.