Stories from Vietnam

The Tu Liem Ward People's Committee has issued a formal requirement to the Nguyen Giang Construction Investment Joint Stock Company. The company must confirm a roadmap for handing over maintenance funds for the Iris Garden apartment complex by April 30, 2026. This follows a four-party meeting held on April 16, 2026, involving the apartment management board and local neighborhood representatives.

Authorities in Dong Nai province have approved the planning for a new Digital Technology Zone. The zone is located near the Long Thành airport. This development aims to bolster the regional digital infrastructure. The 2025 version of the 'Guidelines for the Construction of a Standard System for the Technology Service Industry' has been released.

OASALIS company at Phong Nha National Park has launched a new visitor experience using VR5D technology. The system provides immersive exploration of the Phong Nha cave interior through visual documentation, films, and interactive equipment. This initiative aims to promote the natural heritage and exploration history of the cave region. The technology is currently operational at the Phong Nha Cave Exploration Information Center. The launch marks a new step in the region's tourism development. Emergency responders and local officials arrived at the scene to deploy fire suppression methods. Industrial zone businesses mobilized personnel and vehicles to assist in the response. Authorities have largely contained the blaze to prevent spread to surrounding areas. Functional teams are currently using water cooling techniques to extinguish remaining hotspots.

The Ho Chi Minh City Fintech Center announced 104 strategic pillars to develop a complete fintech ecosystem in Vietnam. Participants include militia forces, armed forces, and runners from 168 wards and communes across the city. Competitions feature 3 km and 5 km races held on central routes including Dong Khoi and Nguyen Hoang. Eligible candidates must have graduated from high school in Vietnam or hold a recognized equivalent foreign diploma. Those with a relevant college diploma or a university degree are also eligible. Applicants for university admission must possess a university degree and submit a resume, a basic citizen profile, and three recent 3x4 color photographs taken within the last six months. The back of each photo must include the applicant's name, year, month, and birth date.

The Vietnamese government has decided to establish a specialized economic zone in Hai Phong. The zone is intended to serve as a high-tech industrial hub.

The COMAC C919 aircraft has successfully launched a new commercial route connecting Guangzhou to Hanoi, Vietnam.

Police in Vietnam seized nearly 700kg of fresh noodles and 10kg of borax during a recent investigation. Authorities also confiscated 27 glass liquid solution containers and 10 liters of yellow coloring solution used in production. Preliminary findings indicate the group used borax, liquid glass, and artificial dyes to increase noodle elasticity and shelf life since 2014. Officials estimate the total volume of contaminated noodles produced and consumed exceeds 2,800 tons. An additional 800 tons are being processed as part of the investigation.

Nearly 8,000 athletes participated in an international running event in Da Nang on Sunday morning. The event was held to observe World Intellectual Property Day. Organizers aimed to promote the city's image as a dynamic and creative hub. The race was reported by correspondent Thanh Long. The race contributed to local economic stimulation efforts.

The first Mekong Delta technology, culture, and tourism festival is currently underway in Vietnam. The event features over 400 booths designed with a modern and eco-friendly approach. It aims to promote green production models and increase the value of agricultural products in the Mekong Delta region. The festival is scheduled to run until May 1. Experts suggest that enhancing corporate resilience and internal strength is key to maintaining sustainable growth amidst global economic fluctuations.

The Hoa Lu Festival officially opened in Ninh Binh to commemorate the 1,058th anniversary of the national hero Dinh Bo Linh. The event was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc and other high-ranking government officials. The festival celebrates the historical unification of the country and the establishment of the first centralized feudal state. Local leaders and tourists participated in the opening ceremonies. The event features various artistic programs including the 'Hoang Cung Huyen Ao' performance. Organizers have announced free entry for local residents and tourists during the festival period.