The Latest Breaking News from Vietnam

PM to host Vietnam's president in first official visit

Vietnam's leader will make his first trip to Australia for trade talks with the prime minister - and a census survey.

AAP · Aug 6

Coffee Prices Settle Higher on Global Weather Risks

September arabica coffee (KCU26 ) closed up +2.80 (+0.86%) on Wednesday, and September ICE robusta coffee (RMU26 ) closed up +37 (+0.96%). Coffee prices settled higher on Wednesday, with robusta climbing to a 1-week high. Robusta coffee moved higher on Wednesday after rain chances were reduced for Vietnam’s Central Highlands,...

Barchart · Aug 5

Thailand, Vietnam chase growth

As Thailand and Vietnam mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2026, the relationship between two countries is entering a new era. What began as a diplomatic relationship between close neighbours has evolved into one of Asean's most important economic partnerships.

Bangkok Post · Aug 5

Coffee Prices Rise as Brazil Rain Forecasts May Delay Harvest

September arabica coffee (KCU26 ) closed up +4.60 (+1.44%) on Tuesday, and September ICE robusta coffee (RMU26 ) closed up +68 (+1.80%). Coffee prices settled higher on Tuesday as short covering emerged after an unexpected chance of rain was forecast for Minas Gerais, Brazil’s largest coffee-growing region, which could further...

Barchart · Aug 4

Coffee Prices Climb on Unexpected Rain Forecasts for Brazil

September arabica coffee (KCU26 ) today is up +2.90 (+0.91%), and September ICE robusta coffee (RMU26 ) is up +62 (+1.64%). Coffee prices are moving higher today as short covering emerged after an unexpected chance of rain was forecast for Minas Gerais, Brazil’s largest coffee-growing region, which could further delay...

Barchart · Aug 4

How four Asian economies are positioning themselves for the AI age

The global AI race is usually portrayed as a contest between the US and China. But another story is unfolding across east Asia, where countries such as Taiwan, South Korea, Japan and Vietnam are looking to command key parts of the AI value chain.

The Conversation · Aug 4

How Vietnam veteran John Beal turned Seattle's polluted Hamm Creek into a thriving salmon habitat after doctors gave him just four months to live

John Beal, a dedicated Vietnam veteran, took it upon himself to revive Seattle's Hamm Creek, which had suffered from pollution. His approach included removing trash and reintroducing native plants to restore the ecosystem. By founding I'M A PAL, Beal rallied local volunteers and secured necessary funding, reigniting community passion. His…

The Times of India · Aug 4

Harvest-Friendly Weather in Brazil Weighs on Arabica Coffee Prices

September arabica coffee (KCU26 ) closed down -12.60 (-3.79%) on Monday, and September ICE robusta coffee (RMU26 ) closed up +4 (+0.11%). Coffee prices settled mixed on Monday. Arabica coffee closed sharply lower as drier conditions in Brazil’s coffee-growing regions should allow for the pace of the country’s coffee harvest...

Barchart · Aug 3

CDC Refreshes Its Chikungunya and Dengue Travel Notices, and the Dengue Country List Has Changed

CDC updated its Costa Rica chikungunya and global dengue travel notices. Here are the destinations named and what the levels actually mean.

Medical Daily · Jul 31

Healthy diets need to be affordable

Hunger is falling across Southeast Asia. The region's next challenge is more demanding: ensuring that everyone can afford a healthy diet, not merely enough calories to survive.

Bangkok Post · Jul 30