New medical tech on display

From AI-powered hospital solutions to advanced surgical devices and health screening tech, VIETNAM MEDI-PHARM - VIETMEDICARE EXPO 2026 brings together hundreds of healthcare businesses and experts from Việt Nam and around the world. Take a look inside one of the country’s largest medical and pharmaceutical exhibitions, which runs until May 9 in Hà Nội.

Việt Nam busts fake English certification scam worth nearly $8 million

Police in northern Việt Nam have uncovered a large-scale fraud ring accused of illegally issuing English language certificates under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to around 80,000 people, earning an estimated VNĐ200 billion in illicit profits over six years.

Flood-damaged houses repaired

Lifestart Foundation, an Australian non-governmental organisation, in partnership with the Đà Nẵng City’s Union of Friendship Organisations, has recently implemented a housing support project to assist families affected by natural disasters in mountainous Trà Giáp Commune in the central city.

Gia Lai expands electronic fishing log coverage to combat IUU fishing

The electronic fishing log system not only benefits fishermen but also strengthens fisheries management. Authorities can monitor catch volumes, fishing locations and vessel activities more effectively, while ensuring greater transparency for seafood traceability and anti-IUU enforcement.

Điện Biên victory site drives tourism boom

Seventy-two years after the decisive Điện Biên Phủ victory, the province is transforming from a storied battlefield into a dynamic region of economic growth, upgraded infrastructure and growing tourism.

HCM City’s Côn Đảo Island begins local dialysis services

Côn Đảo Military-Civilian Medical Centre in the Côn Đảo Special Zone of HCM City reached a new clinical landmark on May 6, with the official launch of its dialysis unit and the successful treatment of its first three chronic kidney failure patients.

Hà Nội accelerates Long Biên Bridge repairs

After nearly two months of repairs, restoration work on Hà Nội’s iconic Long Biên Bridge has reached about 70 per cent completion, with workers maintaining round-the-clock shifts to ensure the bridge reopens on schedule later this month.

HCM City youth to master AI, digital skills

Some 4,500 participants, including youth union officials and members across HCM City, will be trained in digital skills and Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications through an initiative launched on May 5.

Free care, shared compassion

A small cafe in a densely populated area of Hà Nội has become a place where volunteer doctors provide free health check-ups and consultations. Driven by compassion and responsibility, the team also reaches out to communities in need across the country, offering basic healthcare and support to thousands of people.

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