Hugh Bohane in Vietnam
An Inside Look at Da Nang, Vietnam’s Covid-19 Epicenter
Da Nang has become the epicenter of a new COVID-19 outbreak in Vietnam, with many of the new cases originating from the tourist hot spot.
Saigoneer in Vietnam
Da Nang Restarts Social Distancing After Cases of Covid-19 Community Transmission Emerge
Over the weekend, Vietnam recorded five new COVID-19 infections, four of which are community transmissions, putting an end to the country’s 99-day streak without local infections.
Alastair McCready in Vietnam
Is Vietnam Ready for Its New Place Among the World's Fastest-Ageing Societies?
Vietnam is among the world’s most rapidly changing countries, by virtually every metric.
Sen Nguyen in Vietnam
A Charity Was Vietnam's Latest Covid-19 Victim. Luckily, Other NGOs Saved the Day.
As the pandemic-induced economic downturn has pushed businesses to let go of 1.4 million workers in Vietnam, a charity in Saigon has had to do the same to its beneficiaries. This story, however, does not have an unhappy ending.
Khoi Pham in Saigon
[Photos] Inside a Ben Thanh Devoid of Tourists, Forlorn Kiosks and Mass Closures
Plump mangosteens, cheap iPhở shirts, freshly ground coffee, and paper cut-outs of city landmarks — there was a time when the northern gate of Ben Thanh Market was lined door-to-door with dynamic shops enticing tourists to sample their eclectic range of products.
Saigoneer in Saigon
Japanese Brand Muji Announces Pop-up Store in Saigon
Following in the footsteps of fast-fashion clothing brand Uniqlo, MUJI will be the next major Japanese retailer to launch in Saigon in the near future.
Saigoneer in Vietnam
Vietnam Airlines to Buy Major Stake in Jetstar, Rename It 'Pacific Airlines'
The national flag carrier will buy out the 30% stake that Qantas has in Jetstar Pacific as well.
Saigoneer in Saigon
Saigon Begins Redesigning Park Project in Front of Opera House
When complete, the 1,300-square-meter area will feature trees, vegetation, grass and pathways for communal use.
Saigoneer in Saigon
First Floor of Opera House Metro Station Completed Ahead of Schedule
At long last, visible progress on the underground section of Saigon's first metro line has appeared.
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Weekend Stories Roundup: Hail in HCMC, Flight Refunds, and Apple Rumors
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
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11 Nests of Rare Sea Turtles Found in Thailand Amid Lockdown
When the cat's away, the mice will play; or in this case, during pandemic lockdown, animals will reclaim the spaces once bustling with human activity.
Saigoneer in Vietnam
Vietnam to Organize 13 Humanitarian Flights to Bring Citizens Stuck Abroad Home
In an effort to assist Vietnamese citizens stuck in foreign countries currently ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic, aviation authorities have organized more than a dozen outbound flights that will take ...
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Morning Stories Roundup: Internet Speed, Face Masks in School, and Phu Quoc
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
Saigoneer in Saigon
The Social Distancing Order Is Relaxed. What Happens Next for Saigon?
As of midnight earlier today, all localities in Vietnam, including areas previously deemed high-risk like Saigon and Hanoi, can relax some social distancing restrictions imposed to curb the spread of ...
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Morning Stories Roundup: 'Zero Dong' Markets, Free Face Masks, and Earth Day
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
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Morning Stories Roundup: 10m Vietnamese Workers Affected by Coronavirus Pandemic, ILO Says
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Morning Stories Roundup: Long Thanh Airport, Digital Economy, and Repatriation
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
Saigoneer in Saigon
Air Pollution in Saigon, Hanoi Reduces Noticeably During Social Distancing Period
In addition to allowing people to finish all of their puzzles and amass Animal Crossing playing time, Vietnam's social distancing campaign has led to air quality improvements in major cities.
Saigoneer in Vietnam
IMF Predicts 2.7% GDP Growth in 2020 for Vietnam as Other Economies Contract
The COVID-19 pandemic will dampen Vietnam’s economic growth for 2020, though the country will be in a better position than most of its better-off peers.
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Weekend Stories Roundup: No New Covid-19 Cases in 4 Days; One Tested Positive Again
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
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From Today, Vietnam Heavily Restricts Passenger Transport Between High-Risk Provinces
While the majority of its most crowded metropolises enter another week of mandatory social distancing, Vietnam is also putting a stop to intercity buses between high-risk regions.
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Morning Stories Roundup: Facebook Map, Domestic Flights, and Metro Line 2
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
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Morning Stories Roundup: National Exam, Drought Aid, and a New iPhone
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Social Distancing Campaign Extended in Hanoi, Saigon for 1 Week
Add some shows to your Netflix queue and charge your Kindle: many of us are staying home for another week.
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Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Targets 7% GDP Growth Over Next 5 Years
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Morning Stories Roundup: Online Book Festival, Illegal Logging, and Cat Lai Bridge
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
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Weekend Stories Roundup: Factory Workers, Traffic Projects, and 2 New Covid-19 Cases
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them...
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[Photos] The Joy and Heady Rush of Getting Caught in Saigon's Off-Season Rain
Right in the middle of the sweat-drenched, sun-singed, punishing April heat, Saigon welcomes the season’s rare showers with open arms.
