Vietnam’s Mega Airport Set for December Opening as Trial Operations Begin This Fall

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After years of construction, Vietnam’s largest airport project is entering its final stretch. Long Thanh International Airport, designed to become one of Southeast Asia’s major aviation hubs, is expected to begin commercial operations in December following a series of trial runs starting in September.

For travelers flying to Vietnam in the coming years, Long Thanh could become the country’s new front door.

Located about 40 kilometers east of Ho Chi Minh City, the airport is being built to ease pressure on the increasingly congested Tan Son Nhat International Airport, which currently serves as southern Vietnam’s primary aviation gateway.

Project developer Airports Corporation of Vietnam announced that testing of airport systems and equipment will take place in three phases between September and November, with commercial operations expected to begin in December if the schedule remains on track.

Entering the Final Phase

According to project officials, the airport has now reached nearly 76 percent completion, with several critical components already finished.

The first runway and aircraft apron have been completed, while fuel infrastructure, terminal aprons, and transport connections are all approaching the finish line. Construction teams are now focused on the airport’s passenger terminal, where interior finishing work and equipment installation are underway.

The project is entering what officials describe as its most demanding stage, where success depends less on heavy construction and more on coordinating thousands of systems, safety checks, and operational testing.

To keep the project on schedule, contractors plan to expand the workforce to more than 9,000 workers and continue round the clock construction operations.

Why Long Thanh Matters

Long Thanh is far more than another airport expansion project.

The development is widely viewed as one of Vietnam’s most important infrastructure investments, reflecting the country’s ambitions to become a major transportation and logistics hub in Southeast Asia.

Passenger traffic in Vietnam has grown rapidly over the past decade, fueled by tourism, foreign investment, and the emergence of the country as a manufacturing powerhouse. Existing airports, particularly Tan Son Nhat in Ho Chi Minh City, have struggled to keep pace with demand.

Once operational, Long Thanh is expected to play a central role in supporting future growth while improving international connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.

A New Gateway for Southern Vietnam

For international visitors, the airport could eventually transform how they arrive in Vietnam.

Rather than relying solely on Tan Son Nhat’s heavily congested facilities, travelers heading to Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam’s southern economic region will have access to a modern airport designed with significantly greater long term capacity.

The first phase will mark only the beginning of a much larger vision. When fully completed in the coming decades, Long Thanh is expected to rank among the largest airport developments in Asia, reinforcing Vietnam’s position as one of the region’s fastest growing aviation markets.

Countdown to Takeoff

The next few months will be crucial.

September’s trial operations will test everything from airport systems and equipment to operational readiness. If those exercises proceed as planned, Vietnam could welcome its first passengers through Long Thanh before the end of the year.

For a project that has been discussed for more than a decade, that moment would represent more than the opening of a new airport. It would mark the arrival of a new era for Vietnamese aviation.

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Booking.com, một trong những nền tảng du lịch trực tuyến hàng đầu thế giới, vừa chính thức công bố Báo cáo Du lịch Bền vững thường niên lần thứ 11. Báo cáo đi sâu vào việc phân tích thái độ cũng như nhận thức của du khách về những tác động xã hội và môi trường của ngành du lịch.

Dựa trên kết quả khảo sát từ 32.500 du khách tại 35 thị trường, bao gồm cả Việt Nam, nghiên cứu năm nay cho thấy dù du lịch bền vững được coi trọng ở mọi thế hệ, nhưng mỗi độ tuổi lại có những cách thức riêng để hiện thực hóa giá trị này. Đáng chú ý, có tới 96% du khách Việt Nam thuộc mọi lứa tuổi khẳng định du lịch bền vững là mục tiêu quan trọng hoặc rất quan trọng. Tất cả các nhóm thế hệ đều thể hiện nhận thức và ý định rõ ràng trong việc theo đuổi lối sống bền vững, đồng thời thực hiện các hành vi thực tế phản ánh đúng giá trị mà họ tin tưởng.

Du khách Việt thể hiện ý định mạnh mẽ đối với du lịch bền vững

Tính bền vững tiếp tục là yếu tố then chốt định hình ý định du lịch của các thế hệ người Việt. Phần lớn du khách thuộc thế hệ Gen X (91%), Millennials (94%) và Gen Z (88%) cho biết họ mong muốn đi du lịch bền vững hơn trong 12 tháng tới. Khi chuyển từ nhận thức sang hành động thực tế, du khách Việt đang dần biến lời nói thành những việc làm cụ thể:

  • Giảm thiểu rác thải: Gen X (49%), Millennials (58%) và Gen Z (53%) cho biết họ sẵn sàng thực hiện các hoạt động như tái chế, hạn chế sử dụng đồ nhựa dùng một lần nhằm giảm lượng rác thải chung khi đi du lịch.
  • Ủng hộ doanh nghiệp địa phương: 39% Gen X, 40% Millennials và 35% Gen Z khẳng định sẽ ưu tiên mua sắm tại các cửa hàng địa phương và các đơn vị kinh doanh độc lập trong chuyến đi.
  • Lựa chọn cơ sở lưu trú bền vững: Thế hệ Gen X (35%), Millennials (35%) và Gen Z (37%) có kế hoạch nghỉ tại các cơ sở lưu trú đã được cấp chứng nhận về bền vững.
  • Cắt giảm tiêu thụ năng lượng: Gần một nửa số du khách Việt ở mỗi nhóm tuổi cho biết họ có ý định giảm lượng tiêu thụ năng lượng khi đi du lịch, chẳng hạn như tắt điều hòa và đèn khi không có trong phòng, cụ thể Gen X (45%), Millennials (48%) và Gen Z (43%).

Du khách Việt áp dụng nhiều phương thức khác nhau để du lịch bền vững hơn

Các cân nhắc về tính bền vững không chỉ ảnh hưởng đến hành vi của khách du lịch mà còn tác động đến việc lựa chọn nơi lưu trú. Điều này được thể hiện rõ nét qua những hành động thực tế, khi du khách Việt chủ động áp dụng các thói quen bền vững trong suốt hành trình của mình.

  • Hòa mình vào văn hóa bản địa: Gen X (37%), Millennials (42%) và Gen Z (47%) đã từng tham gia các tour du lịch hoặc hoạt động tìm hiểu, tương tác với người dân địa phương và các nền văn hóa bản địa.
  • Bảo tồn hệ sinh thái địa phương: Hơn một phần tư du khách thuộc thế hệ Gen X (34%), Millennials (38%) và Gen Z (40%) đã tham gia các hoạt động hoặc tour du lịch đóng góp vào việc bảo vệ sức khỏe môi trường và bảo tồn hệ sinh thái, động vật hoang dã tại địa phương.
  • Ưu tiên ẩm thực địa phương và theo mùa: 40% Gen X, 48% Millennials và 44% Gen Z ưu tiên lựa chọn các thực phẩm có nguồn gốc tại địa phương và theo mùa khi đi du lịch.
  • Sử dụng bình nước cá nhân: Thói quen uống nước bền vững đang được áp dụng rộng rãi với 35% Gen X, 37% Millennials và 43% Gen Z sử dụng bình nước có thể tái sử dụng.
  • Chi trả để bù đắp lượng khí thải hoặc ủng hộ SAF (Nhiên liệu Hàng không Bền vững): Cam kết tài chính cho các chuyến bay giảm thiểu tác động môi trường vẫn còn hạn chế, với 30% Gen X, 26% Millennials và 27% Gen Z đóng góp vào việc bù đắp carbon hoặc hỗ trợ SAF.

Thời tiết cực đoan: Mối lo ngại chung của mọi lứa tuổi

Thời tiết cực đoan đang trực tiếp định hình lại cách lựa chọn điểm đến và thời điểm du lịch, trở thành yếu tố cân nhắc hàng đầu của tất cả các nhóm tuổi. 82% du khách Việt Nam cho biết họ luôn xem xét các rủi ro về thời tiết cực đoan khi lựa chọn cả địa điểm lẫn thời gian khởi hành. Bên cạnh đó, 81% khẳng định họ chủ động tránh các điểm đến vốn nổi tiếng vì thời tiết khắc nghiệt, 73% cảm thấy căng thẳng do yếu tố thời tiết khi đặt chuyến đi và 71% cho rằng diễn biến thời tiết khó lường khiến họ gặp khó khăn trong việc quyết định thời điểm du lịch.

Đáng chú ý, gần ba phần năm du khách Việt (58%) cho biết đã từng hủy hoặc thay đổi kế hoạch du lịch trong 12 tháng qua do thời tiết cực đoan hoặc thiên tai (như nhiệt độ cao, bão, cháy rừng, lũ lụt, v.v.). Hơn một nửa số người được khảo sát (52%) chia sẻ rằng một số điểm đến đã trở nên quá nóng để có thể ghé thăm vào thời điểm họ mong muốn, và 77% đã loại bỏ các địa danh khỏi danh sách mong muốn của mình sau khi tiếp nhận thông tin về thời tiết cực đoan hoặc thiên tai tại những nơi đó.

Tách khỏi đám đông, ưu tiên ý thức: Ưu tiên du lịch của người Việt đang thay đổi

Bên cạnh việc lưu trú tại các cơ sở có chứng nhận bền vững hay các hành vi quen thuộc như giảm thiểu rác thải, tiết kiệm năng lượng và tránh gây hại cho động vật hoang dã, du khách Việt Nam đang đưa ra những quyết định có ý thức hơn về việc đi đâu và đi khi nào. Điều này phản ánh một sự chuyển dịch rộng lớn hướng tới du lịch bền vững trong năm 2026. Cụ thể, 40% du khách Việt ở các thế hệ cho biết họ có kế hoạch tránh những điểm du lịch quá tải, 35% dự định đi du lịch ngoài mùa cao điểm, trong khi một phần ba (31%) sẽ tìm kiếm các điểm đến có nhiệt độ mát mẻ hơn. Những con số này cho thấy nhận thức ngày càng tăng về cả tác động môi trường lẫn sự thoải mái cá nhân trong hành trình.

Trong số những người lựa chọn các điểm đến yên tĩnh hơn, 55% du khách Việt bày tỏ mong muốn không góp phần gây nên tình trạng quá tải du lịch (overtourism), và 63% những người lập kế hoạch đi ngoài mùa cao điểm muốn giảm bớt áp lực cho các điểm đến. Những dữ liệu này cho thấy du khách Việt ngày càng hiểu rõ hơn về tác động của việc du lịch đối với cộng đồng địa phương cũng như môi trường tự nhiên.

“Báo cáo Du lịch & Bền vững năm nay cho thấy du khách Việt Nam ở mọi thế hệ đang tìm ra những phương thức ý nghĩa để đi du lịch bền vững hơn. Điều này thể hiện qua những lựa chọn khi đang trên hành trình, những trải nghiệm văn hóa mà họ tìm kiếm, hay cách họ chủ động thay đổi kế hoạch để thích ứng với biến đổi khí hậu. Đó có thể là việc đóng góp vào con số 100 triệu đêm nghỉ tại các cơ sở lưu trú có chứng nhận bền vững trên nền tảng của chúng tôi trong năm 2025; là việc ưu tiên phương tiện công cộng, thuê xe điện để di chuyển; hay lựa chọn những điểm đến mát mẻ và yên tĩnh hơn,” ông Branavan Aruljothi, Giám đốc Quốc gia của Booking.com tại Việt Nam cho biết. “Với tư cách là đơn vị dẫn đầu trong lĩnh vực du lịch toàn cầu, chúng tôi mong muốn hỗ trợ cả du khách và các đối tác dễ dàng duy trì những lựa chọn bền vững này. Mục tiêu cuối cùng là để tất cả chúng ta có thể tiếp tục tận hưởng những giá trị tuyệt vời mà du lịch mang lại, đồng thời đảm bảo rằng các điểm đến sẽ luôn phát triển bền vững cho cả du khách lẫn người dân địa phương.”

Australian tourists flock to Vietnam not just because of the low prices.

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No longer a budget destination lagging behind Thailand or Bali, Vietnam is attracting Australians thanks to its blend of mid-range quality services and the vibrant cultural identity of its younger generation.

Vietnamese Americans are among the lowest-income earners in Orange County.

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Vietnamese Americans have the highest poverty rate among minority groups in Orange County, with incomes less than half that of white Americans, according to new research.

Why Vietnam’s Shangri-La Debut Matters for Asia’s Future

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For the first time, Vietnam’s top leader opened Asia’s most influential security forum. Analysts say the moment reflects a broader shift: Vietnam is no longer just adapting to regional dynamics. It increasingly wants to help shape them.

When leaders, defense ministers, and security experts gathered in Singapore for the 2026 Shangri-La Dialogue, one detail stood out.

The opening address was delivered by Vietnamese leader To Lam, marking the first time Vietnam’s highest ranking leader has opened Asia’s premier security forum. The event brought together around 500 delegates from more than 40 countries, making it one of the region’s most important annual gatherings on defense and strategic affairs.

For many observers, the speech was about more than diplomacy. It was a sign of Vietnam’s growing confidence on the international stage.

A More Confident Vietnam

According to regional analysts, Vietnam is increasingly positioning itself as a country that can contribute ideas, build consensus, and help shape discussions about regional security rather than simply respond to them.

Hunter Marston of Australia’s Lowy Institute described the speech as evidence of Vietnam’s ambition to act as a proactive middle power with a clearer vision for the region’s future.

The timing is significant.

The Indo Pacific is facing growing strategic competition between the United States and China, while countries across Southeast Asia are trying to maintain economic growth, political stability, and foreign policy independence in an increasingly uncertain world.

Against that backdrop, Vietnam’s message was straightforward: smaller and medium sized countries should not be forced to choose sides, and regional stability depends on cooperation rather than confrontation.

Security Starts With Development

One of the most notable themes of the speech was Vietnam’s argument that security and economic development cannot be separated.

Rather than focusing exclusively on military competition, Vietnam warned that many of today’s challenges stem from interconnected crises involving the international order, economic development models, and declining strategic trust between nations.

That perspective reflects a long standing Vietnamese priority.

For Hanoi, sustained economic growth and improving living standards are not simply development goals. They are viewed as essential foundations of national security and social stability.

The message is likely to resonate across Southeast Asia, where many governments remain more focused on development and economic resilience than on joining geopolitical rivalries.

Avoiding a New Cold War in Southeast Asia

Another key theme was Vietnam’s support for a regional order that remains open, inclusive, and centered on Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

Vietnam reiterated that Southeast Asia should not become an arena for great power competition. Instead, it called for what officials described as responsible engagement from major powers while preserving the region’s strategic autonomy.

Analysts note that this reflects Vietnam’s broader foreign policy approach.

Vietnam has developed strong relationships with both Washington and Beijing while carefully avoiding alignment with either side. Maintaining that balance has become increasingly important as tensions between the world’s two largest powers continue to shape the regional landscape.

The Most Interesting Idea: “Diplomatic Exit Ramps”

Perhaps the most distinctive proposal from Vietnam was its call for stronger preventive diplomacy.

Rather than waiting for disputes to escalate into crises, Vietnam advocated creating more channels for dialogue among governments, defense institutions, maritime agencies, businesses, and academic communities. The goal is to establish mechanisms that help countries manage tensions before they become conflicts.

Marston described the idea of creating diplomatic “exit ramps” as one of the speech’s most innovative concepts, arguing that it reflects a more creative approach to conflict prevention and regional resilience.

The proposal also aligns with Vietnam’s efforts to build a reputation as a trusted diplomatic intermediary. Analysts pointed to Hanoi’s role in hosting the 2019 summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un as an example of the country’s growing ability to facilitate dialogue between competing parties.

More Than a Speech

The significance of Vietnam’s appearance at Shangri-La may ultimately have less to do with any single policy proposal and more to do with what it signals about the country’s evolving role in Asia.

As geopolitical tensions rise and regional powers search for ways to avoid being caught between competing blocs, Vietnam increasingly sees itself not only as a participant in regional affairs but as a country capable of helping shape the conversation.

For a nation that spent decades focused primarily on integration and development, that represents a notable shift in both ambition and international standing.

Meet Gotu Kola: Vietnam’s Favorite Summer Drink With Surprising Health Benefits

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Found growing wild in gardens, rice fields, and roadside patches across Vietnam, gotu kola is one of the country’s most popular herbal drinks. Long valued in traditional medicine, the humble leaf is now attracting scientific interest for its potential benefits for skin health, sleep quality, and inflammation.

On a hot afternoon in Vietnam, there’s a good chance you’ll spot someone sipping a glass of rau má, or gotu kola juice.

The bright green drink is a summer staple, prized for its cooling taste and reputation as a natural remedy for everything from heat exhaustion to skin problems. While many Vietnamese grow the plant at home or gather it from gardens and fields, interest in gotu kola has expanded far beyond Southeast Asia in recent years as researchers continue to study its bioactive compounds.

Can Gotu Kola Really Protect Your Skin?

One reason gotu kola has become a popular ingredient in skincare products is its rich concentration of compounds known as triterpenoids, including asiaticoside and madecassoside.

Research suggests these compounds may help support collagen production and assist the skin’s natural repair processes. The plant also contains antioxidants that can help reduce oxidative stress, one of the factors associated with skin aging.

Some studies have found that these antioxidants may help reduce cellular damage caused by UV exposure. However, experts stress that drinking gotu kola juice is not a substitute for sunscreen. At best, it may offer supportive benefits as part of a broader skincare routine.

A Traditional Remedy for Stress and Sleep

Beyond skincare, gotu kola has long been used in traditional Asian medicine as a calming herb.

Some evidence suggests that compounds in the plant may help support relaxation and reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. In Vietnam, it is often consumed in the afternoon or evening by people looking for a natural way to unwind after a long day.

While researchers are still studying its effects, gotu kola’s reputation as a gentle, calming herbal remedy remains one of the reasons for its enduring popularity.

Potential Benefits for Joints and Recovery

Gotu kola also contains minerals such as calcium and magnesium, along with naturally occurring anti inflammatory compounds.

These properties have led researchers to investigate its role in supporting connective tissue health and recovery. Although it should not be viewed as a treatment for joint conditions, some studies suggest it may help support overall musculoskeletal health when combined with a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

More Than Just a Summer Drink

For many Vietnamese, the appeal of gotu kola extends beyond any single health claim.

The herb has traditionally been associated with cooling the body during hot weather, supporting circulation, and helping the skin recover from minor irritation. Modern research is still catching up with many of these traditional uses, but its popularity has remained remarkably consistent.

Don’t Overdo It

Like many herbal products, more is not always better.

Health experts generally recommend consuming gotu kola in moderation. Excessive intake may cause digestive discomfort in some people, while individuals with certain medical conditions, including liver disease, or those taking medication should consult a healthcare professional before using it regularly. Pregnant women should also seek medical advice before adding it to their routine.

In a country filled with trendy wellness products and imported superfoods, gotu kola remains refreshingly simple. It is inexpensive, widely available, and deeply rooted in everyday Vietnamese life. Whether enjoyed for its potential health benefits or simply as a refreshing drink on a humid afternoon, it continues to hold a special place in Vietnam’s food culture.

Da Nang’s Fireworks Festival Returns With a Spectacular Opening Night That Lit Up Vietnam’s Summer

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A packed riverfront, a surprise Vietnamese soundtrack from the Chinese team, and one of the most ambitious stage productions the city has ever attempted. Da Nang’s International Fireworks Festival is back, and it opened in style.

More than 10,000 people filled the grandstands along the Han River on Friday night as the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2026 officially got underway, kicking off six weeks of competition, entertainment, and summer tourism in one of Vietnam’s most popular coastal destinations.

For many visitors, the opening night offered a glimpse of how far the event has evolved. What began nearly two decades ago as a local fireworks competition has grown into one of Vietnam’s signature summer attractions, drawing both domestic and international travelers to the central coast.

This year’s festival theme, “Connected Horizons,” reflects Da Nang’s efforts to position itself as a city where tourism, culture, and international exchange meet. The 2026 edition will run until July 11, with six competition nights featuring teams from around the world.

The Home Team Brings the Emotion

The first team to take the stage was Da Nang.

Rather than relying solely on technical effects, the host team built its performance around a story of nature, environmental protection, and Vietnam’s changing relationship with the natural world. Waves of color swept across the skyline before giving way to quieter, more reflective moments, creating a display that many spectators described as one of the city’s strongest performances in recent years.

Against the backdrop of the Han River, the show felt distinctly Vietnamese, blending spectacle with a message about sustainability and the future.

China Steals the Spotlight With a Surprise Tribute

If Da Nang won over the crowd emotionally, defending champion China impressed with precision.

Its performance, titled Flower of the Orient, turned the night sky into a carefully choreographed display of light and music. Known for its technical expertise, the Chinese team delivered a series of synchronized effects that showcased why it remains one of the most respected competitors in the festival.

But the biggest surprise came when the Vietnamese song Vietnam Tinh Hoa echoed across the river during the performance.

The choice instantly connected with the audience, drawing cheers from thousands of spectators and becoming one of the most talked about moments of the evening.

More Than Just Fireworks

What increasingly sets DIFF apart from other fireworks festivals is that the pyrotechnics are only part of the experience.

This year, organizers unveiled the largest stage production in the festival’s history, featuring a giant mechanical dome, large scale laser systems, 3D visual effects, and multi layer LED displays. Throughout the evening, leading Vietnamese performers including Ho Ngoc Ha, Ha Nhi, Nguyen Tran Trung Quan, and Hoang Hai kept the energy high between the competing fireworks shows.

Visitors can also experiment with new AI-powered features through the Sun Paradise Land app, which allows users to turn their festival photos into personalized digital postcards and vintage-style keepsakes.

A Festival That Keeps Growing

The packed grandstands and crowded riverfront were a reminder that DIFF has become much more than a fireworks competition. For Da Nang, it has evolved into a showcase of the city’s tourism ambitions and a key event on Vietnam’s summer calendar.

If the opening night is any indication, visitors arriving in the coming weeks can expect more than fireworks. They can expect one of the country’s biggest outdoor celebrations, set against the backdrop of a city increasingly determined to make its mark on the international tourism map.

Alleged Leaked Files Claim Existence of “Secret Listening Station” Near Bangkok, Implicating Several ASEAN Countries

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On May 30, 2026, the Thai-language website skytimeonline.com published an article titled “Leaked Documents Claim the Existence of a ‘Secret Listening Station’ Near Bangkok, Implicating Several ASEAN Countries.” The report was later reposted on Facebook by an account named “todaysummary”https://www.facebook.com/todaysummary) after which allegations concerning a purported covert surveillance facility on the outskirts of Bangkok began circulating widely across social media platforms.

According to screenshots of several alleged intelligence documents shared online, the Paradise Mansion building in suburban Bangkok is claimed to house high-powered monitoring equipment. The facility is alleged to be operated by Taiwan’s telecommunications development authorities and to conduct intelligence-gathering activities through the use of high-power antennas. The documents further claim that strong radiation generated by the facility’s operations poses a serious health risk to nearby residents.

The alleged site is described in the circulated materials as a regional intelligence-monitoring hub with an extensive surveillance range. In addition to targeting mainland China, the facility is claimed to intercept communications signals from Malaysia, the Philippines, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Pakistan and other countries. The purported activities reportedly involve the collection of long-distance communications, satellite transmissions, high-frequency bands and various forms of civilian communications, raising concerns over national communications sovereignty, civilian information security and personal privacy.

The materials circulating online also include what they describe as specific technical data. They claim that while the facility failed to breach mainland China’s security systems, it had allegedly infiltrated parts of several other countries’ communications networks. The documents assert that six communications networks in Laos were successfully compromised; that 71 sets of signals identified in the materials as SITOR-FRC were intercepted from Vietnam, of which 38 were allegedly decoded; and that 45 similar signal sets were intercepted from the Philippines, with 19 reportedly decoded.

In addition, the alleged files claim that Taiwan-based personnel stationed at the site frequently travelled to locations including Ubon Ratchathani and Nakhon Si Thammarat in Thailand. The materials further allege that some personnel disguised themselves as ordinary workers in order to enter military camps and conduct intelligence-related activities. The online posts were accompanied by images of vehicles, license plates, building exteriors and location maps, which appeared to have contributed to their wider circulation.

If the allegations prove accurate, the matter could have significant implications for Thailand’s national security and may trigger sensitive diplomatic controversy between Thailand and Taiwan. It could also affect the broader intelligence-security environment in Southeast Asia. The inclusion of Malaysia and other ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations ) member states in the alleged monitoring list further heightens the potential diplomatic and security risks surrounding the case.

BỆNH VIỆN ĐẠI HỌC PHENIKAA RA MẮT QUỸ “PHENIKAA VÌ TRẺ EM” VỚI NGUỒN TÀI TRỢ KHỞI TẠO 30 TỶ ĐỒNG

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Hà Nội, ngày 01 tháng 6 năm 2026 – Nhân Ngày Quốc tế Thiếu nhi 1/6, Bệnh viện Đại học Phenikaa chính thức thành lập Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” (Phenikaa Foundation For Children – PFC) với tổng nguồn kinh phí khởi tạo ban đầu 30 tỷ đồng do Tập đoàn Phenikaa tài trợ. 

Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” được xây dựng theo mô hình quỹ y tế chuyên sâu tiên phong tại Việt Nam, hướng tới mục tiêu hỗ trợ trẻ em, thai phụ và các gia đình hiếm muộn, các trường hợp có hoàn cảnh đặc biệt được tiếp cận những thành tựu y học hiện đại trong các lĩnh vực chuyên sâu như y học bào thai, hỗ trợ sinh sản, y học gen, sơ sinh, tim mạch trẻ em.

Khác với hình thức quỹ từ thiện tập trung vào hỗ trợ tài chính, mô hình Quỹ y tế chuyên sâu “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” tại PhenikaaMec là nền tảng kết nối giữa y học chuyên sâu và trách nhiệm xã hội nhằm góp phần nâng cao chất lượng dân số và bảo vệ tương lai trẻ em Việt Nam.

Phát biểu tại sự kiện, TS. BS Nguyễn Thị Sim, Phó Tổng Giám đốc, Bệnh viện Đại học Phenikaa, đồng thời là Giám đốc Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” cho biết: Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” được hình thành với mong muốn không để em bé nào mất đi cơ hội được tiếp cận y học hiện đại cho mục tiêu được sống và sống khỏe mạnh trong tương lai. Chúng tôi kỳ vọng Quỹ sẽ trở thành một hệ sinh thái nhân văn gắn liền với chuyên môn sâu và y học hiện đại để gìn giữ những mầm sống nhỏ bé mang lại hy vọng cho các gia đình.

Theo quyết định thành lập, Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” được xây dựng với mục đích tài trợ không hoàn lại các chi phí khám bệnh, chữa bệnh cho trẻ em, người có hoàn cảnh khó khăn hoặc không có khả năng chi trả chi phí khám bệnh, chữa bệnh liên quan đến bệnh lý bào thai khó và hiếm gặp; bệnh tim bẩm sinh; bệnh sơ sinh nặng; hoặc hỗ trợ các cặp vợ chồng hiếm muộn, các trường hợp có nguy cơ bệnh lý di truyền hoặc thất bại khi thực hiện hỗ trợ sinh sản nhiều lần, cụ thể các nhóm đối tượng nhận hỗ trợ như sau:

  • Nhóm đối tượng với thai kỳ nguy cơ cao, các bệnh lý bào thai khó và hiếm, cũng như các trường hợp cần can thiệp bào thai bằng kỹ thuật hiện đại. Quỹ sẽ hỗ trợ chi phí khám, chẩn đoán, hội chẩn, can thiệp bào thai, phẫu thuật và theo dõi điều trị cho các trường hợp phù hợp tiêu chí hỗ trợ. 
  • Nhóm đối tượng là các cặp vợ chồng hiếm muộn, các trường hợp có nguy cơ bệnh lý di truyền hoặc thất bại hỗ trợ sinh sản nhiều lần. Quỹ sẽ hỗ trợ các kỹ thuật chuyên sâu như xét nghiệm gen, giải trình tự gen, sàng lọc phôi, IVF và các phương pháp hỗ trợ sinh sản hiện đại nhằm tăng cơ hội sinh ra những em bé khỏe mạnh.
  • Nhóm đối tượng là trẻ sơ sinh và trẻ em dưới 6 tuổi, bệnh lý sơ sinh nặng hoặc trẻ sinh non cần điều trị chuyên sâu. Quỹ sẽ hỗ trợ, hồi sức sơ sinh, chăm sóc chuyên sâu và các chương trình tầm soát sức khỏe cho trẻ nhỏ. 
  • Nhóm đối tượng là trẻ sơ sinh, trẻ em mắc các bệnh lý tim bẩm sinh, trẻ cần hỗ trợ can thiệp tim mạch. 

Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” được thành lập và vận hành trực tiếp tại Bệnh viện Đại học Phenikaa – nơi có nền tảng phát triển chuyên sâu trong lĩnh vực y học bà mẹ và trẻ em. PhenikaaMec triển khai đồng bộ nhiều kỹ thuật cao như chẩn đoán trước sinh, can thiệp bào thai, giải trình tự gen, hỗ trợ sinh sản công nghệ cao, hồi sức sơ sinh chuyên sâu và tim mạch trẻ em. Đây không chỉ là những dịch vụ chuyên môn cao, kỹ thuật khó, mà là một hệ thống liền mạch chăm sóc bà mẹ và trẻ em ở cấp độ sâu nhất từ khi tiền mang thai, mang thai, sinh con cho đến khi trưởng thành.

Theo đại diện Bệnh viện, việc vận hành trực tiếp tại bệnh viện giúp Quỹ không chỉ dừng lại ở vai trò hỗ trợ tài chính mà còn trực tiếp tạo ra giá trị điều trị thực tiễn, bảo đảm người bệnh được tiếp cận nhanh chóng với các kỹ thuật y học tiên tiến nhất.

Bên cạnh hoạt động hỗ trợ điều trị, Quỹ cũng định hướng trở thành nền tảng thúc đẩy nghiên cứu khoa học, đào tạo và hợp tác quốc tế trong lĩnh vực y học bà mẹ và trẻ em nhằm phát triển các kỹ thuật y học hiện đại tại Việt Nam.

Việc ra mắt Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” vào đúng Ngày Quốc tế Thiếu nhi 1/6 không chỉ mang ý nghĩa nhân văn sâu sắc mà còn thể hiện cam kết lâu dài của Bệnh viện Đại học Phenikaa trong hành trình đồng hành cùng trẻ em và gia đình Việt Nam.

PHENIKAA hiện là tập đoàn kinh tế đa ngành với hơn 30 đơn vị thành viên hoạt động trong và ngoài nước trên các lĩnh vực cốt lõi: Sản xuất Công nghiệp, Phát triển Công nghệ, Giáo dục đào tạo, Chăm sóc sức khỏe và các dịch vụ khác. Trên nền tảng tri thức, công nghệ và đổi mới sáng tạo, Tập đoàn Phenikaa không ngừng kiến tạo những giá trị nhân văn bền vững cho cộng đồng, kết nối trách nhiệm xã hội với khoa học, học thuật và chuyên môn chất lượng cao.

Với định hướng kiến tạo và phát triển hệ sinh thái chăm sóc sức khỏe toàn diện, hiện đại và chuẩn mực quốc tế, việc thành lập Quỹ “Phenikaa vì trẻ em” khẳng định cam kết lâu dài của Tập đoàn trong việc mở rộng cơ hội tiếp cận các thành tựu y học tiên tiến cho trẻ em Việt Nam, đặc biệt là những trường hợp có hoàn cảnh khó khăn hoặc cần can thiệp y khoa chuyên sâu. Thông qua Quỹ, Tập đoàn Phenikaa mong muốn góp phần nâng cao chất lượng dân số, bảo vệ những mầm non tương lai và chung tay xây dựng một cộng đồng khỏe mạnh, hạnh phúc, phát triển bền vững. 

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Vietnam Tightens Entry Compliance as Foreign Visitor Numbers Surge

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Ho Chi Minh City immigration officials urge travelers to verify visas, declarations, and stay limits amid record tourism growth.

As Vietnam cements its position as one of Asia’s fastest-growing travel destinations, immigration authorities are reminding foreign visitors that a successful trip begins long before landing. With international arrivals climbing sharply and Vietnam competing with regional tourism hubs such as Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia, compliance with entry and residency regulations has become a growing priority for both travelers and policymakers.

The Immigration Office in Ho Chi Minh City has issued a series of guidelines aimed at helping foreign nationals enter and stay in Vietnam legally and without disruption. The advisory comes as the country continues to attract increasing numbers of tourists, business travelers, investors, digital nomads, and expatriates drawn by Vietnam’s strong economic growth, affordable living costs, and expanding international connectivity.

Authorities emphasized that all visitors must carry a valid passport or internationally recognized travel document, along with a valid visa, visa exemption certificate, or other legal residence authorization where required. Travelers are also encouraged to carefully verify personal information, visa validity periods, and the declared purpose of entry before departure, as discrepancies can lead to delays, denied entry, or administrative penalties.

Vietnamese immigration officials also highlighted the importance of accurate pre-arrival declarations and warned against the use of fraudulent documents, false information, or entering the country under a purpose different from that stated in visa applications. Digital entry procedures have become increasingly important as Vietnam modernizes its border management systems and seeks to streamline international arrivals while maintaining security standards.

Beyond entry requirements, authorities reminded foreign nationals to pay close attention to the duration of stay granted upon arrival. Visitors who intend to remain in Vietnam beyond their authorized period must complete extension or renewal procedures before their permission expires. Temporary residence registration also remains mandatory for foreign nationals, with hotels, landlords, and accommodation providers legally required to report foreign guests to local authorities.

The guidance carries particular significance for foreign professionals and remote workers. Immigration officials reiterated that individuals engaging in employment activities in Vietnam must possess valid work permits or other legally recognized authorization documents. Authorities have increasingly scrutinized cases involving foreigners entering on tourist visas while undertaking employment or business activities that require separate approvals.

For international travelers, the message is clear: Vietnam remains highly welcoming to foreign visitors, but compliance matters. As the country attracts record numbers of tourists and foreign investment, immigration enforcement is becoming more sophisticated and digitized. The broader question for travelers and businesses alike is whether Vietnam’s evolving immigration framework can strike the right balance between openness and regulatory oversight—a challenge increasingly faced by fast-growing destinations across Southeast Asia.

Vietnam Arrests Employer After 18 Illegal Bangladeshi Workers Found

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Case Highlights Growing Risks of Undocumented Foreign Labor in Vietnam’s Expanding Manufacturing Sector

As Vietnam continues to attract global manufacturers seeking alternatives to China, authorities are increasingly confronting a challenge familiar to many fast-growing economies: the rise of undocumented foreign labor. A new criminal case in southern Vietnam has highlighted concerns over immigration enforcement, labor compliance, and the potential exploitation of migrant workers in the country’s booming industrial sector.

Police in Tây Ninh Province have arrested a company executive after discovering 18 Bangladeshi nationals working illegally while overstaying their visas. Investigators allege the workers had remained in Vietnam long after their temporary residence permits expired and were employed without valid work authorization.

According to provincial police, authorities have charged 60-year-old Nguyễn Minh Hùng with organizing the illegal stay of foreign nationals in Vietnam. The case emerged during a routine administrative inspection at Thiên Minh Trading, Manufacturing and Import-Export Co., a wood-processing business located near Vietnam’s border with Cambodia.

Investigators say the situation began in late 2025 when a business partner sent several workers, including Bangladeshi technicians, to repair defective wood products supplied to the company. After completing the work, some of the foreign workers reportedly sought to remain in Vietnam. Authorities allege that despite knowing the workers had exceeded their permitted stay and lacked the legal requirements needed for employment, Hùng continued to hire them.

The investigation found that a total of 18 Bangladeshi nationals were ultimately employed at the company. Authorities believe the primary motivation was economic: foreign workers could be hired at lower cost than local labor while avoiding mandatory obligations such as health insurance contributions, hazardous-work allowances, and other employee benefits required under Vietnamese law.

The case comes as Vietnam strengthens oversight of foreign labor and immigration compliance amid record levels of foreign direct investment. The country has become one of Southeast Asia’s most important manufacturing hubs, attracting multinational companies across electronics, textiles, furniture, and industrial production. However, rapid growth has also increased pressure on regulators to ensure that labor standards, immigration controls, and workplace protections keep pace with economic expansion.

Vietnamese authorities have launched a broader investigation to determine whether additional individuals or organizations were involved. The 18 Bangladeshi nationals have been transferred to immigration authorities and are expected to face deportation proceedings under Vietnamese law.

The incident raises a larger question facing not only Vietnam but many emerging manufacturing economies: as competition for low-cost labor intensifies, can governments effectively balance economic growth with immigration enforcement and worker protection?

For international investors and businesses operating in Southeast Asia, the answer may increasingly influence both regulatory risk and long-term sustainability in the region’s supply chains.

Australian Man Arrested After Damaging Da Nang Café and Customer Property

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Incident at one of Vietnam’s top tourist cities raises questions about visitor safety and mental health emergencies.

As Vietnam continues to attract record numbers of international visitors and digital nomads, an overnight rampage by an Australian national inside a café in the coastal city of Da Nang has drawn attention to the challenges tourist destinations face when dealing with unexpected public safety incidents involving foreign visitors.

Authorities in Da Nang said an Australian man allegedly entered a café on Le Hong Phong Street shortly after midnight on May 30 before suddenly attacking furniture, glass fixtures, and customer property. Witnesses reported scenes of panic as customers fled the venue while the man used chairs and other objects to smash items throughout the establishment.

According to the café’s management, police were alerted immediately and arrived within minutes to restrain the individual and take him in for questioning. Videos circulating on social media showed extensive damage inside the café, including shattered glass doors, broken tables and chairs, and destroyed electronic devices.

Initial findings from local police indicate the man is an Australian citizen who appeared to be exhibiting signs of mental instability at the time of the incident. Authorities have not publicly disclosed a motive, and investigations remain ongoing.

The financial impact is significant. Café owners estimate property damage at approximately 500 million Vietnamese dong (around US$19,000), while personal belongings belonging to five customers—including laptops and mobile phones—suffered an additional 70 million dong (roughly US$2,700) in losses. Combined damages are estimated at about 570 million dong, or nearly US$22,000.

Da Nang, one of Vietnam’s fastest-growing tourism hubs, welcomed millions of domestic and international visitors last year and has built a reputation as one of Southeast Asia’s safest and most visitor-friendly destinations. The incident comes as local authorities have been intensifying efforts to improve tourism standards, including crackdowns on visitor harassment, scams, and public disorder in popular tourist areas.

Police in Hai Chau District have preserved the scene for forensic examination and are interviewing victims and witnesses as part of the investigation. Officials have not yet announced whether criminal charges will be filed or whether medical evaluations will play a role in determining the next steps.

While isolated incidents rarely define a destination, the case highlights a broader issue facing global tourism centers: how cities balance public safety, mental health response, and the rapid growth of international travel. As Vietnam positions itself as a premier destination for tourists, investors, and remote workers, incidents like this underscore the importance of crisis response systems that can protect both visitors and local businesses when the unexpected occurs.

What is CWG Markets? Overview of Information About CWG Broker

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The online trading industry has continued to grow rapidly in recent years, especially in Southeast Asia where more retail traders are participating in forex, gold, and CFD markets. As competition between brokers increases, traders are paying more attention to factors such as trading conditions, platform stability, regulation, and customer support before choosing a broker.

Among the growing names in the international forex market, CWG Markets is gradually attracting attention as a multi-asset broker offering forex and CFD trading services for global retail traders.

This article provides an overview of information about CWG Markets, including its regulations, trading products, account types, copy trading services, platforms, deposits and withdrawals, and trading conditions.

What is CWG Markets?

CWG Markets is an international online forex and CFD broker that provides access to various financial markets, including forex, commodities, indices, stocks, and cryptocurrencies.

The broker focuses on providing flexible trading conditions for both beginner and experienced traders through multiple account types, competitive leverage options, and support for MetaTrader platforms.

CWG Markets has established offices in several financial regions worldwide, including:

  • London
  • Singapore
  • Dubai
  • South Africa
  • Mexico
  • Vietnam
  • Nigeria

The broker continues expanding its services globally while focusing on retail trading accessibility and modern trading infrastructure.

Join the CWG Markets trading community here:
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Is CWG Markets Regulated?

Regulation is one of the most important factors traders consider when choosing a broker.

CWG Markets operates through multiple regulated entities.

FCA Regulation

CWG Markets Ltd is registered with the United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under reference number 785129.

The FCA is recognized as one of the world’s leading financial regulatory authorities and is known for maintaining strict regulatory standards for financial service providers operating in the UK market.

This regulation helps strengthen CWG Markets’ global regulatory profile and reinforces the broker’s commitment to compliance, transparency, and international financial standards.

VFSC Regulation

CWG Markets (VU) is authorized and regulated by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) under registration number 41694.

The company is registered at:

1276, Govant Building, Kumul Highway, Port Vila, Vanuatu.

The license authorizes the broker to conduct securities trading activities and provide financial services to clients.

FSCA Regulation

CWG MARKETS SA (PTY) LTD is authorized as a Financial Service Provider (FSP) by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa under FSP number 54031.

These regulatory registrations help strengthen the broker’s international presence and operational credibility.

Trading Products Available at CWG Markets

CWG Markets provides traders with access to multiple financial instruments across global markets.

Forex

The broker offers trading on major, minor, and exotic currency pairs in the global forex market.

Precious Metals

Traders can access precious metal products such as gold and silver, which are commonly used as safe-haven assets during periods of market uncertainty.

Stock CFDs

CWG Markets also provides CFD trading on global stocks, allowing traders to speculate on stock price movements without directly owning the underlying shares.

Commodity Contracts

Commodity trading products are available for traders interested in diversified market exposure.

Cryptocurrencies

The broker offers cryptocurrency-related CFD products, giving traders exposure to digital asset price movements.

Indices

CWG Markets supports trading on major global indices linked to international stock markets.

Energy Products

Energy trading instruments such as crude oil products are also available through the broker’s trading platform.

The wide range of trading instruments allows traders to diversify their trading strategies across different asset classes.

Trading Platforms at CWG Markets

CWG Markets supports both MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5), which are among the most widely used trading platforms in the forex industry.

MetaTrader 4 (MT4)

MT4 remains popular among forex traders because of its:

  • User-friendly interface
  • Technical analysis tools
  • Expert Advisors (EA) support
  • Fast order execution
  • Multi-device compatibility

MetaTrader 5 (MT5)

MT5 offers additional features for traders looking for more advanced trading functionality, including:

  • More technical indicators
  • Additional order types
  • Faster processing speeds
  • Improved charting tools
  • Multi-asset trading support 

Both platforms are available for desktop, mobile, and web trading.

Copy Trading at CWG Markets

Copy trading has become increasingly popular among beginner traders who want to participate in financial markets while learning from more experienced traders.

CWG Markets also offers copy trading services, allowing users to follow and copy trading strategies from other traders automatically.

Some potential advantages of copy trading include:

  • Easier access for beginner traders
  • Learning from experienced traders
  • Automated trade execution
  • Portfolio diversification opportunities
  • Reduced need for manual market analysis

However, traders should remember that copy trading still involves financial risk, and past trading performance does not guarantee future results.

Account Types at CWG Markets

CWG Markets offers several account types designed for traders with different experience levels and trading preferences.

Basic Account

The Basic Account is designed for beginner traders looking for lower trading complexity and commission-free trading.

Key features include:

  • Minimum deposit: $50
  • Spreads from 1.5 pips
  • Maximum leverage: 1:2000
  • Commission: $0 per side
  • Stop out level: 50%
  • Islamic account available

Advanced Account

The Advanced Account is designed for traders seeking tighter spreads and more professional trading conditions.

Key features include:

  • Minimum deposit: $200
  • Spreads from 0.0 pips
  • Maximum leverage: 1:2000
  • Commission: $3 per side
  • Stop out level: 50%
  • Islamic account available

Cent Account

The Cent Account is suitable for beginner traders who want to trade with smaller capital exposure.

Key features include:

  • Minimum deposit: $10
  • Spreads from 2.2 pips
  • Maximum leverage: 1:1000
  • Commission-free trading
  • Stop out level: 50%
  • Islamic account available

The availability of different account types allows traders to choose trading conditions that match their experience and risk tolerance.

Deposits and Withdrawals at CWG Markets

CWG Markets supports multiple payment methods for global clients, including local payment solutions and cryptocurrency transfers.

Supported deposit and withdrawal methods include:

  • Bank transfers
  • Local payment gateways
  • Help2Pay
  • Cryptocurrency payments (USDT ERC20/TRC20)
  • Regional payment systems for Southeast Asia and Africa

The broker supports multiple currencies including:

  • USD
  • EUR
  • GBP
  • VND
  • CNY
  • THB
  • NGN
  • ZAR
  • KES
  • GHS

Most payment methods are commission-free, with processing times ranging from instant processing to within 72 hours depending on the payment channel used.

CWG Markets also supports local deposit methods for Vietnamese traders, helping improve transaction convenience for users in Vietnam.

Promotions and Bonuses

CWG Markets currently offers a $50 welcome bonus promotion for traders in Vietnam.

Promotional campaigns may vary depending on region and account eligibility conditions.

Register and explore CWG Markets here:
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Advantages of CWG Markets

Some advantages associated with CWG Markets include:

  • Support for MT4 and MT5
  • Copy trading availability
  • High leverage options up to 1:2000
  • Multiple account types
  • Low minimum deposit requirements
  • Islamic account support
  • Wide range of trading instruments
  • Local payment support in Vietnam
  • International business presence

Disadvantages of CWG Markets

Despite its advantages, traders should also consider potential limitations.

High Leverage Risk

Although leverage up to 1:2000 may increase trading flexibility, it also significantly increases trading risk, especially for inexperienced traders.

Market Risk

Like all forex and CFD brokers, trading through CWG Markets involves substantial market risk and may not be suitable for all investors.

Final Thoughts

CWG Markets is an international forex and CFD broker offering access to multiple financial markets through MT4 and MT5 trading platforms.

With regulated entities under VFSC and FSCA, multiple account types, copy trading support, flexible deposit methods, and a wide range of trading products, the broker continues expanding its presence among global retail traders.

For traders looking for access to forex, precious metals, stock CFDs, commodities, cryptocurrencies, indices, and energy products through a broker with flexible leverage and modern trading platforms, CWG Markets may be one of the brokers worth exploring.

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VPBank and Circle Partner to Launch VPBank Circle PayLater Credit Card on a Digital Platform in Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City, May 27th , 2026 – Circle Vietnam Technologies has officially partnered with VPBank to launch the VPBank Circle PayLater credit card. The VPBank Circle PayLater card, issued exclusively through the Circle platform, combines advanced payment technology with an integrated rewards ecosystem, designed to simplify and enhance users’ everyday spending experience.

The VPBank Circle PayLater card has been developed as a next-generation digital credit card model, placing user experience and control at the center. Powered by the Circle platform (currently available on the App Store and Google Play), the product enables customers to manage all credit card activities in a highly secure digital environment, where card information is displayed only within the Circle application. With just a few taps, users can monitor transactions in real time, manage spending, convert purchases into installments, repay balances, adjust credit limits, and plan monthly budgets – all within a single platform. Designed for digitally savvy Gen Z and Millennial consumers with dynamic lifestyles, the card is built around three core principles: simple to use, transparent to understand, and empowering to control, while also offering attractive personalized benefits such as zero annual fees for life with no conditions attached.

The VPBank Circle PayLater experience begins with a simple and seamless card application process. Through the Circle app, users can apply using only a national ID card and phone number, without paperwork or proof of income requirements, and can start using the card within minutes after approval. Every activity – from spending tracking and card management to transaction control – is handled directly within the app, enabling users to proactively manage their finances in one unified space without switching across multiple channels or navigating complex procedures.

One of Circle’s standout features is its AI-powered spending management capability, integrated directly into the application. Users can monitor spending by category, set monthly limits, enable or disable card functions, and instantly lock or unlock their cards when needed to reduce risk or prevent unintended transactions. This approach makes credit card usage more intuitive and proactive, aligning with modern lifestyles and evolving financial habits.

Regarding rewards, Circle offers an integrated digital rewards ecosystem, including unlimited points accumulation for every transaction, daily offers, and exclusive discounts through Circle Rewards programs available to cardholders.

Mr. Arnab Ghosh, Founder and CEO of Circle, shared: “Young generation today have increasingly diverse and distinct need in a context where technology and finance are developing rapidly. Circle aims to meet the increasingly diverse and evolving needs of younger generations by focusing deeply on real user behaviors and practical needs. This product is a natural extension of that philosophy, built through years of research and brought to life in collaboration with VPBank. The Circle app, with its five-minute card application experience, makes everything simpler for users, but behind it is a system carefully designed around how people spend today, combined with practical and meaningful benefits.”

Mr. Phung Duy Khuong, Standing Deputy Chief Executive Officer of VPBank overseeing the Southern region, stated: “For VPBank, digitalization is not simply about transferring a product into a digital platform. The VPBank Circle PayLater card was developed based on how young generation consume and manage finances in everyday digital life. Through our partnership with Circle, we aim to introduce a next-generation credit card model – where user experience, control, and transparency are placed at the center making credit more accessible and flexible for customers.”

“Visa is proud to accompany the VPBank Circle PayLater card an offering that closely aligns with our mission to advance digital payments in Vietnam. Mrs. Dang Tuyet Dung, Visa Country Manager for Vietnam and Laos, shared : “By combining Circle’s intuitive user experience with Visa’s secure global payment and acceptance network and modern infrastructure in Pismo, we are delivering a payment solution that goes beyond being merely a tool and instead supports consumers’ lifestyles. This collaboration represents the future of credit  – seamless, instant, and deeply integrated into the digital lives of modern consumers.”

This launch reflects the financial industry’s accelerating shift toward deeper digitalization, where user experience becomes the priority through simplicity, transparency, and greater control over every transaction.

Krafton gia hạn thời gian nhận bài dự thi cuộc thi Game Hybrid Casual toàn cầu đến ngày 16/6

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Krafton Inc. vừa thông báo gia hạn thời gian nhận bài dự thi cho cuộc thi Game Hybrid Casual toàn cầu trị giá 5 triệu USD (tương đương gần 130 tỷ VNĐ) đến ngày 16/6. Cuộc thi được Krafton phối hợp tổ chức cùng công ty Neptune.

Từ ngày 9/5, KRAFTON và Neptune đã triển khai cuộc thi mang tên “Flick x KRAFTON Casual Game Challenge Season 01” (tạm dịch: Thử Thách Game Giải Trí Flick x KRAFTON). Đây là cuộc thi dành riêng cho các nhà phát triển game và studio độc lập trên toàn thế giới.

Hiện khoảng 200 nhà phát triển game và studio độc lập đến từ nhiều quốc gia đã hoàn tất quy trình đăng ký. Tuy nhiên, trước nhu cầu cao từ cộng đồng, Ban tổ chức quyết định gia hạn thời gian nhận bài dự thi.

Các dự án tham gia sẽ được đánh giá ngay theo hình thức cuốn chiếu. Danh sách được lựa chọn cuối cùng dự kiến được công bố vào tháng 7 sau khi toàn bộ quy trình xét duyệt hoàn tất. Những tựa game được chọn sẽ tiếp tục trải qua quá trình thử nghiệm và hoàn thiện với sự phối hợp từ “Flick”, thương hiệu phát hành Game Hybrid Casual của Neptune.

Flick” nổi bật với khả năng hỗ trợ xuyên suốt quá trình phát triển game, từ giai đoạn mới lên ý tưởng đến khi sản phẩm được thương mại hóa, thông qua sự kết hợp giữa năng lực phát hành toàn cầu và các chiến lược vận hành dựa trên phân tích dữ liệu của Krafton và Neptune.

Cuộc thi này là dự án kết hợp kinh nghiệm phát hành toàn cầu và hiểu biết về thị trường của Krafton với thế mạnh của Neptune trong công nghệ quảng cáo, đầu tư vào các nhà phát triển, và kinh nghiệm vận hành game casual. Qua đó, hai công ty hướng tới mục tiêu tìm kiếm các tựa Game Hybrid Casual có tiềm năng cạnh tranh trên thị trường quốc tế, đồng thời xây dựng một hệ sinh thái phát hành bền vững.

Website chính thức của cuộc thi hiện đã đăng tải đầy đủ thông tin về chương trình, thương hiệu phát hành game “Flick” cũng như các tiêu chí đánh giá cụ thể. Các nhà phát triển game có thể gửi bài dự thi trực tiếp thông qua website chính thức, ban tổ chức chấp nhận các game đã hoàn thiện, dự án đang ở giai đoạn thiết kế trên giấy hoặc bản thử nghiệm.

Game Hybrid Casual là thể loại kết hợp giữa nền tảng của hyper-casual game – vốn nổi bật với lối chơi đơn giản, thao tác dễ nắm bắt và dễ tiếp cận, cùng các yếu tố phát triển, nâng cấp nhằm giữ chân người chơi. Thể loại này này thường tích hợp mô hình doanh thu kết hợp giữa quảng cáo và mua hàng trong ứng dụng, đồng thời đang ghi nhận tốc độ tăng trưởng nhanh trên thị trường toàn cầu.

Thông qua cuộc thi này, Krafton kỳ vọng tìm kiếm những sản phẩm trí tuệ (IP) Game Hybrid Casual có tiềm năng cạnh tranh trên thị trường quốc tế, đồng thời tiếp tục củng cố năng lực phát hành toàn cầu thông qua hợp tác với Neptune.

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