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Malaysia tightens operational spending amid global uncertainties

Kuala Lumpur, April 29 -- Malaysia has instructed ministries and agencies to cut operational spending as the country continues to face the impacts of tensions in the Middle East. All ministries, depar... Read More


Government plans to borrow 37 bilion USD in 2026

Hanoi, April 29 -- Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Vietnam is expected to mobilise nearly 970 trillion VND (37 billion USD) this year, almost 20% higher than the level set in last year's public borrowing and debt r... Read More


Vingroup breaks ground on 880-ha international university urban area in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, April 29 -- Vingroup on April 29 officially broke ground on the international university urban area project in Xuan Thoi Son commune, Ho Chi Minh City, covering 880 hectares with a t... Read More


UN official praises Vietnam's preparations for 11th NPT Review Conference

New York, April 29 -- United Nations Under-Secretary-General Izumi Nakamitsuon April 28 praised Vietnam's thorough preparations and constructive approach in its role as Chair of the 11th Review Confer... Read More


Thailand considers plan to end 60-day visa-free stay

Hanoi, April 29 -- Bangkok (VNA) - The Thai Government is considering ending its 60-day visa exemption scheme to curb misuse by visitors overstaying or working illegally, while supporting more sustain... Read More


Thailand's auto production rises on stronger demand for electric vehicles

Bangkok, April 29 -- Thailand's automotive industry showed new signs of recovery in March 2026, as total vehicle production rose to 133,413 units and domestic sales were boosted by strong demand for e... Read More


Humanitarian Month 2026 launched with community support activities

Hanoi, April 29 -- The Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRCS) officially launched the Humanitarian Month 2026, themed "80 years - A Humanitarian Journey for the Community", on April 29 with strong participa... Read More


Vietnam, Czech Republic step up local-level cooperation, cultural exchange

Hanoi, April 29 -- Vietnam and the Czech Republic are moving to deepen local-level cooperation and cultural exchange, with new initiatives centred on regional partnerships and community engagement. Du... Read More


Prolonged heat grips Malaysia, Brunei sees spike in forest fires

Hanoi, April 29 -- The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has reported that a number of areas nationwide are currently experiencing hot weather conditions at Level 1, classified as an "... Read More


Vietnam pitches itself as promising trade partner to Mexican firms

Mexico City, April 29 -- The Vietnam Trade Office in Mexico teamed up with the Faculty of Political and Social Sciences at the National Autonomous University of Mexico on April 28 to showcase Vietnam'... Read More