Flood-hit railway service to reopen soon

26/11/2025
01:31

After nearly 10 days of being cut off and partially paralysed due to severe landslides caused by historic rainfall and flooding, the railway network is racing against time. Along with hundreds of workers working day and night, regardless of weather conditions, they are repairing the damage to restore train services as quickly as possible.

Authorities issue plans to implement E-commerce Law

Authorities issue plans to implement E-commerce Law

Society 00:40

The Vietnamese government have issued a plan to implement the E-commerce Law, requiring the completion of the legal framework and tighter management of activities in the digital environment before 1 July, 2026.

Việt Nam to further cut administrative procedures

Việt Nam to further cut administrative procedures

Society 00:37

Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng has demanded an urgent review of administrative procedures in four priority areas: fire prevention and firefighting, the establishment and operation of industrial zones and industrial clusters, environmental impact assessment, and construction licensing.

Việt Nam tourism booms over holiday

Việt Nam tourism booms over holiday

Society 01:10

Việt Nam’s tourism sector has seen a holiday boom over the Reunification Day and International Workers’ Day holiday period, with strong visitor numbers and well-coordinated services across the country.

EU mandates microchipping for all dogs and cats

EU mandates microchipping for all dogs and cats

Society 01:56

The European Parliament has approved new rules that will make the microchipping of dogs and cats mandatory across European Union member states. This is the first time the EU has introduced a comprehensive legal framework covering the breeding, sale, and ownership of dogs and cats across the bloc. The legislation aims to tackle the illegal trade of animals and improve animal welfare in member states.

China boosts May Day tourism

China boosts May Day tourism

Society 02:42

Starting on 1 May, people across China have officially entered a five-day public holiday for International Workers' Day. As one of the longest breaks of the year, coinciding with peak travel season, authorities have rolled out a range of measures to stimulate tourism and consumer spending, aimed at boosting domestic demand and supporting economic growth.

Vietnamese youth embrace history on Reunification Day

Vietnamese youth embrace history on Reunification Day

Society 02:48

During the 30 April holiday, many young people have chosen meaningful destinations to embrace the historical spirit of Reunification Day. Together with historical sites, cinemas, cafés and photobooth studios are becoming popular places for Vietnamese youth to celebrate the National Reunification Day vibrantly.