Laos, Vietnam PMs back rail, expressway projects
The governments of Laos and Vietnam agreed to speed up major infrastructure and economic cooperation projects when the two Prime Ministers met for talks in Vientiane on Feb 5.
Vietnam Airlines to launch first nonstop Vietnam-Netherlands service
Vietnam Airlines will add a new European destination to its network with the launch of service between Hanoi and Amsterdam, opening the first nonstop connection between Vietnam and the Netherlands.
Hanoi Metro carries nearly 21 million passengers last year, as revenue beats targets
Hanoi’s metro operator carried nearly 21 million passengers in 2025, exceeding its business targets as ridership and ticket revenues rose sharply.
Ho Chi Minh City breaks ground on second metro line after 16 years of planning
Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday broke ground on its second metro line, Ben Thanh-Tham Luong, ending 16 years of planning delays and signaling renewed momentum for the city’s urban rail network.
Vietnam moves to build second terminal, third runway at Long Thanh airport
Vietnam is moving ahead with plans to expand Long Thanh International Airport, adding a third runway and a second passenger terminal as air travel demand is set to grow faster than expected.
Aviation sector competition set to intensify in 2026
With the launch of a new airline and the recovery made by a struggling one, Vietnamese air travel is set to see more competition this year, analysts said.
Vietnam PM asks Chinese conglomerate to build subway linking Tan Son Nhat and Long Thanh airports
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked China’s Pacific Construction Group to look into building an underground metro linking Tan Son Nhat Airport and Long Thanh Airport.
Nearly 10,500 drivers penalized in Vietnam on New Year’s Day
Vietnamese traffic police handled nearly 10,500 violations nationwide on Thursday, the first day of the four-day New Year holiday, according to the Traffic Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security.
Vingroup withdraws bid as Vietnam weighs high-speed rail plan
Vietnam’s biggest conglomerate, Vingroup withdraws bid for the country’s $67-billion railway project Vietnam is planning: the North–South high-speed railway project linking Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, according to Reuters. The company said the move will let it concentrate on other…
First bicycle lanes take shape in Ho Chi Minh City
After more than two months of construction, Ho Chi Minh City’s first dedicated bicycle lanes along Mai Chi Tho Boulevard in An Khanh Ward are gradually taking shape, marking a milestone in the city’s push toward greener and safer urban…
Noi Bai Airport unveils expanded Terminal 2 with improved passenger services
The expanded Terminal 2 for international passengers at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi has embraced a modern, highly automated operating model, allowing faster, seamless passenger flows to boost its capacity and improve service efficiency.
Hanoi’s AI traffic cameras log nearly 400 violations in three days
Hanoi logged nearly 400 traffic violations in just three days after launching an AI-powered camera system, highlighting a sharp jump in detected offenses compared with traditional patrols.
Siemens Mobility joins high-speed projects in Vietnam
VinSpeed, part of the Vietnamese Vingroup, and Siemens Mobility have signed a strategic cooperation agreement and a framework agreement that pave the way for the development of high-speed rail infrastructure in Vietnam.
Hanoi to build first underground parking facility in Old Quarter
Hanoi is set to develop a two-level underground parking facility in the heart of its Old Quarter, beneath Phung Hung-Bat Dan Flower Garden.
North–South high-speed railway: Hyundai Rotem and THACO competing for the contract
The North–South high-speed railway in Vietnam is becoming a key battleground for domestic conglomerates and international partners. Against this backdrop, Hyundai Rotem and Truong Hai Group Corporation (THACO) are building a strategic partnership focused on localising the production of rolling…
Ho Chi Minh City greenlights $3.9B Can Gio metro line backed by Vingroup
Ho Chi Minh City has approved VinSpeed, a subsidiary of conglomerate Vingroup, as the investor of the Ben Thanh–Can Gio railway project, with a total investment of approximately VND102.43 trillion (nearly US$3.9 billion).
Laos–Vietnam railway construction to begin in 2026, operations targeted for 2030
Construction of the first railway linking Laos and Vietnam is scheduled to begin in 2026, with the line expected to become operational by 2030, officials announced at the Lao–Vietnam Investment Promotion Conference 2025 in Vientiane on 3 December.
Ho Chi Minh City needs $34bn for green transition over next decade
Ho Chi Minh City will need about VND900 trillion (US$34 billion) over the next 10 years to finance its green-transition program, economist Tran Du Lich told an economic forum in the city this week.
Vietnam’s tour operator Vietravel announces full exit from Vietravel Airlines
Vietravel, one of Vietnam’s largest tour operators, will divest its entire stake in Vietravel Airlines by year-end, drawing a close to its turbulent venture into aviation during five years.
Hanoi considers time-based ban on gasoline motorbikes in downtown area from 2026
Hanoi is preparing to introduce low-emission zones that will gradually restrict gasoline-powered motorbikes in the city’s core from July 1, 2026.
Da Lat airport to close for 6 months for $36M upgrade
Lien Khuong Airport, the main aviation gateway to resort hill town Da Lat, will shut down for six months from March 4 to Aug. 25, 2026 for a major upgrade.
Vietnam Airlines, Etihad Airways launch codeshare to expand Middle East connections
Vietnam Airlines and United Arab Emirates flag carrier Etihad Airways have launched a codeshare partnership that becomes effective on Friday, expanding seamless connections for travelers moving between Vietnam, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.
Access to Vietnam’s Da Lat severely disrupted following landslides
Road access to Da Lat, a popular tourist destination in Vietnam, located in newly-merged Lam Dong Province, has become increasingly difficult due to the closures of three major passes on National Highway 20, including D’Ran, Prenn, and Mimosa, following landslides.
Ho Chi Minh City proposes raising 2nd metro line budget to $2B
Ho Chi Minh City’s long-stalled Ben Thanh–Tham Luong metro line is moving toward an overhaul, with officials proposing to lift its total investment to VND52.047 trillion (US$1.98 billion), up from VND47.89 trillion, to support expanded construction, updated technology and rising…
Hanoi police fine over 200 motorcyclists for covering plates to evade AI cameras
Hanoi traffic police fined 204 motorbike drivers in a three-day span from Nov. 13–15 for intentionally covering or altering their license plates.
Vietnam’s Phu Quoc to build $360M metro line linking airport with APEC conference center
Phu Quoc is set to build its first urban rail line, an 18-kilometer metro project designed for speeds of 70–100 kph and costing nearly VND9 trillion ($360 million), with construction expected to begin late this year and finish in 2027.