Vietnamese PM Hung calls on Singapore’s support in developing international financial centres in Vietnam
HANOI: Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on Thursday (April 16) called on Singapore's support in developing international financial centres in Vietnam, as well as expanding and upgrading next-generation Vietnam–Singapore Industrial Parks (VSIP) in tandem with high technology transfer.
Hanoi ranked 25th among world’s most interesting cities to visit in 2026
HANOI: Hanoi, with its combination of ancient features and modern life, has been ranked 25th among the world's 50 most interesting cities to live and explore in 2026 by Time Out Magazine (UK), further affirming the growing global appeal of Vietnam's capital.
Vietnam, South Korea leaders to meet in Hanoi next week, sources say
HANOI: Vietnam's president To Lam is set to meet his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae Myung in Hanoi next week, five people familiar with the matter said.
'Industrial' clickbait disinformation targets Australian politics
SYDNEY: From anti-transgender narratives about Olympic swimmers to fabricated comments from right-wing politicians, a slew of Facebook pages managed from Vietnam are capitalising on Australia's febrile politics to promote AI-generated articles on websites designed for profit.
Vietnam, China leaders sign cooperation deals
BEIJING: Vietnam's President To Lam met with China's leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday (April 15), Chinese state media said, hoping to deepen ties he says are a top priority.
Xi meets Vietnam's To Lam in Beijing: Chinese state media
BEIJING: China's President Xi Jinping met with Vietnam's leader To Lam in Beijing on Wednesday (April 15), Chinese state media reported.
Motorbike sales change gears on high fuel costs
Vietnam witnesses robust motorcycle sales in the first quarter of 2026, driven by rising demand for electric scooters.
Conflict driving up EV demand
Electric vehicle (EV)sales have jumped in South-East Asia as cost-conscious buyers look to dodge the fuel price spikes driven by the Middle East conflict.
Electric motorbike sales accelerate as high fuel prices drive shift in Vietnam
HANOI: Vietnam witnessed a robust motorcycle market in the first quarter of 2026, driven by rising demand for electric scooters.
‘Little margin for error’: Singaporean thrill seekers not taking chances on Ha Giang Loop in Vietnam
SINGAPORE: Daredevil adventurers are getting on motorcycles to conquer a winding mountain road in northern Vietnam that has become the latest thrill-seeking experience on the backpacker holiday circuit.
