Ho Chi Minh City steps up crackdown on IUU fishing violations

Ho Chi Minh City steps up crackdown on IUU fishing violations

Ho Chi Minh City will take a firm stance in handling vessels involved in illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, with the goal of having the European Commission’s “yellow card” lifted, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Bui Minh Thanh affirmed.

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Program launched to foster university-based startups in Vietnam

Vietnam’s university startup ecosystem is receiving a major boost with the launch of UniVentures, a regional innovation program initiated by BLOCK71 of the National University of Singapore (NUS) in collaboration with Temasek Foundation, and supported by the National Innovation Center (NIC), Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, Golden Gate Ventures, Singapore Global Network, Google Cloud, IBM and Reactor School.

Typhoon Kalmaegi moves faster, now about 310 km from Quy Nhon


Typhoon Kalmaegi, the 13th storm in the East Sea (South China Sea) this year, has maintained its direction and intensity but is moving faster, with its center located approximately 310 km east-southeast of Quy Nhon (Gia Lai province), according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF).

Dong Thap promotes awareness of IUU fishing via mock trial


The People’s Court of Dong Thap province, in coordination with the provincial Military Command, Border Guard Command, Military Court of Military Region 9, and Cong Ly (Justice) Newspaper, organized a mock trial and legal seminar in Tan Dong commune on November 5 to raise public awareness of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

Vietnam has 25 universities listed in QS Asia University Rankings 2026


Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) has released the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, with 25 Vietnamese higher education institutions listed, including eight first-time entrants.
Four decades of poverty reduction in Vietnam: Bold action to leave no one behind

Since the launch of its Doi moi (Renewal), Vietnam has achieved a “miracle” in poverty reduction, lifting tens of millions out of hunger and helping them secure stable livelihoods. This success reflects strategic vision, methodical policies, and concerted efforts by entire society.

“Experiencing darkness” journey to see with heart


PANO - “Experiencing darkness” is an annual event organized by Samaritan’s Purse in cooperation with Hanoi-based Nguyen Van To Vocational Training and Continuing Education Center. The program aims to raise public awareness of the visually impaired, break down psychological barriers, and promote social inclusion and equal rights for people with disabilities.

Hanoi Convention: Expert praises Vietnam's pro-activeness, potential


Vietnam's participation in and hosting the signing ceremony of the U.N. Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), demonstrates the country’s pro-active stance on global issues, stated Luu Vinh Toan, a technology analyst based in Switzerland.

Vietnamese women in new era – drivers for national development


Marking the 95th founding anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU), this year’s Vietnamese Women’s Day highlights the women’s growing role and aspirations in the cause of national construction and defense.
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