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A healthcare worker administers the measles vaccine to a young child during Hanoi’s latest immunization drive. Photo: Kinh te & Do thi Newspaper HANOI TIMES — Hanoi targets immunizing a minimum of 95% of eligible children in the third phase of its 2025 measles vaccination campaign. This phase will extend across all 30 districts and towns from late April to mid-May. As per Plan No. 118/KH-UBND, authorized by Vice Chairwoman of Hanoi People’s Committee, Vu Thu Ha, on April 26, the third round focuses on specific groups. These include children aged six months to under nine months who missed prior vaccinations, those aged 11-15 years residing in high-risk areas, and individuals with unclear vaccination histories or prior infections seeking a dose. The campaign will ensure 100% vaccination coverage for children under nine months old across all communes, wards, and townships in Hanoi. Additionally, adolescents aged 11-15 in high and very high-risk areas will be a key target demogra...

THE HANOI TIMES – Amid export challenges and tariff uncertainties, Vietnamese businesses are strategically pivoting towards the domestic market. A notable shift is evident, with some enterprises increasing their focus on local consumption from a mere 10-20% to an impressive 95% of their production. This strategic move involves seeking cost-effective input materials and customizing products to align with the unique preferences of Vietnamese consumers. Unlocking the Potential: Vietnam’s Domestic Market Offers Abundant Opportunities. Photo: Kinh te & Do thi Newspaper. May 10 Corporation, previously oriented towards export orders, is now redesigning its models and expanding its physical presence to better serve the needs of local customers. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, the Chief Operating Officer, shared that May 10 is committed to strengthening its domestic footprint while maintaining a balanced approach with exports. Additionally, the company is focused on enhancing productivity ...

THE HANOI TIMES — The Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) Hanoi 2025 commenced with the prestigious VITA Awards, honoring an impressive number of organizations and individuals for their exceptional contributions to the country’s tourism industry in 2024. A total of 155 organizations and 69 individuals were recognized, serving as a trusted benchmark of excellence for travelers seeking unique and high-quality experiences in Vietnam. The awards celebrated a diverse range of achievements, including 10 standout tourism events, 22 exemplary leaders of local tourism associations, 11 top travel company directors, and 10 outstanding hotel and resort managers. In addition, the awards acknowledged excellence in international and domestic travel services, resorts, culinary arts, training institutions, and MICE tourism providers. The opening of Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) Hanoi 2025. Photo: VITM Cao Thi Ngoc Lan, Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnam Tourism Association, emphasiz...

THE HANOI TIMES — In the aftermath of Typhoon Yagi, a journalist ventured into a devastated village in northern Vietnam, where he encountered a man perched atop a cracked concrete pillar, the sole remnant of his home. The man had lost his wife and children the previous night, and he sat there, numb with grief, staring at the barren land that was once his home. The journalist introduced himself, and they conversed. The journalist listened intently, bearing witness to the man’s pain. He tried to ask questions, but the weight of the man’s loss rendered them futile. Carrying a notebook filled with words and a mind clouded with doubt, the journalist departed. Back at his desk, the journalist struggled to write the story. He erased draft after draft, leaving the page blank for weeks. It was only months later, during a talk show about disaster reporting, that he shared his experience. “I couldn’t bring myself to write the story,” he confessed, “not because I didn’t want to, but because the...

Major General Nguyen Trong Binh, Deputy Chief of the General Staff, greets the locals with a warm smile and a wave. A spectacular military parade showcasing Vietnam’s armed forces, militia members, combatants, officers, and peacekeepers. Female peacekeepers proudly march in the parade, representing the strength and diversity of Vietnam’s military. Armed forces in perfect formation parade down Vo Nguyen Giap Street, a testament to their discipline and training. Female military medical officers, an integral part of the Vietnamese military, participate in the event with dedication and pride. A heartwarming moment as a soldier shakes hands with a child, bridging the gap between the military and the community. A powerful image capturing the spirit of unity and camaraderie among the troops. Female guerrillas from diverse ethnic backgrounds in the northwest region showcase their resilience and contribution to Vietnam’s defense. ...

Sport Center I, powered by the Vietnamese national team, finished the match in four sets thanks to X-factor Ly Thi Luyen and an impressive performance by captain Tran Thi Thanh Thuy. They claimed the first set at 25-20, but coach Nguyen Tuan Kiet’s adjustments in the second fell short and allowed the Japanese side to make a strong comeback and win the set at 17-25. Spectators at the Vinh Phuc indoor stadium in the namesake northern Vietnamese province were then treated to a point race in the third set before the host won the set at 25-21. The 2-1 lead gave Sport Center I the momentum to topple Hisamitsu Springs 25-15 in the fourth and final set. With their 3-1 victory, Sport Center I now has a 2-0 win-loss record, while Hisamitsu Springs has a 0-2 record. Sport Center I now leads their group with five points, followed by Taiwan’s King Whale Taipei with two points, and Iran’s Paykan and Hisamitsu Springs with one point each. This ranking means that the Vietnamese representati...

The Vietnamese, who won the gold medal in men’s football at the delayed 2021 SE Asian Games organized in Hanoi in May 2022, were expected to have an easy game, but they faced strong resistance from their Lao opponents and sometimes stayed in a deadlock at Prince Stadium in Phnom Penh. The junior Golden Stars got off to a great start in the second minute when Nguyen Van Tung headed the ball past Lao goalkeeper Solasak Thilavong into the net, following a good cross from Nguyen Thanh Nhan from the right side. With the early lead, coach Philippe Troussier’s team tried to reduce the match’s tempo, but moments of sloppy defending gave Laos some good chances. The remainder of the first half saw interesting back-and-forth attempts between the two teams.  Vietnam’s Nguyen Van Tung celebrates his opening goal in their match against Laos at the 2023 Southeast Asian Games in Phnom Penh, April 30, 2023. Photo: N.K. / Tuoi Tre Despite some good chances created by both sides, no...