Ha Long Canned Food JSC headquarters in Hai Phong City, northern Vietnam. The term of temporary management will remain in effect until the management board issues a subsequent decision. For matters exceeding ordinary operational authority or having significant financial, personnel or legal implications, Huy must seek approval from the management board before taking action. The move follows the emergency arrest last Saturday by Hai Phong police of Truong Sy Toan, CEO at Halong Canfoco. Founded in 1957 in Hai Phong under its original name ‘Halong Canned Food Factory,’ Halong Canfoco was once a pioneer and leading enterprise in Vietnam’s processed food industry.

Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi TreThe project got off the ground in 2008 and was originally scheduled for completion in 2014. Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi TreMeanwhile, more than seven kilometers of the subsequent section, extending to Provincial Road 428, has reached over 90 percent completion. Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi TreContractors said that asphalt surfacing is underway on the final one-kilometer segment, with completion expected within the next two weeks. Once fully opened, the southern axis road will connect directly with National Highway 1, facilitating the development of urban clusters along the corridor. Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi Tre

Lo Thi Phung of Vietnam (L) is declared the winner of the women’s 49 kg final at the 2026 Asian MMA Championship in Luzhou, China, January 11, 2026. The tournament, held in Luzhou from January 7 to Sunday, marked the third Asian MMA Championship and featured a 10-member Vietnamese team. Lo Thi Phung of Vietnam poses with her coach after winning gold in the women’s 49 kg category at the 2026 Asian MMA Championship in Luzhou, China, January 11, 2026. Photo: MMAVNPhung reached the final after defeating Thailand's Suksamran Thanyaret by technical knockout in under 90 seconds on Friday. Results from the championship will count toward Asian MMA Federation rankings ahead of the 2026 Asian Games in Japan and the 2026 Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Saudi Arabia.

Samsung’s foldable display at CES 2026 shows virtually no crease, sparking speculation that it will be used in Apple’s upcoming iPhone Fold. Tech insiders and analysts have speculated that this breakthrough could be adopted by Apple for the highly anticipated iPhone Fold. iPhone Fold: specs, design, and expected pricingAccording to leaks, the iPhone Fold will feature a main internal screen reminiscent of an iPad mini, measuring 7.8 inches, and a 5.5-inch cover display. However, Apple’s focus on premium materials, refined durability, and a foldable display without a visible crease may justify the high price point among its target users. If this display technology makes its way into the iPhone Fold, it could mark a turning point for the entire foldable segment.

Ho Chi Minh City will break ground on four major infrastructure projects totaling nearly $9.8 billion, starting January 15. Photo by TKStarting mid-January, Ho Chi Minh City will simultaneously launch four strategic infrastructure projects: Metro Line 2, Can Gio Bridge, Phu My 2 Bridge, and the Rach Chiec National Sports Complex. The total investment is estimated at $2.3 billion, fully funded by Ho Chi Minh City’s budget. The 6.3 km bridge will start from Nguyen Huu Tho Street in Ho Chi Minh City and end at Lien Cang Road in Dong Nai. Once in service, Phu My 2 will become a critical traffic corridor for southern Ho Chi Minh City, relieving pressure on the existing Phu My Bridge and forming a key connection route to Long Thanh International Airport.

Among the legislative changes were revisions to the Law on Anti-Corruption, the Law on Reception of Citizens, the Law on Complaints, and the Law on Denunciations. Deputy Government Inspector General Le Tien Dat stated that the amended Anti-Corruption Law introduces updated evaluation criteria for anti-corruption efforts. More significantly, they must submit supplemental declarations if total asset or income changes exceed 1 billion VND in a year. The law also expands the scope of individuals subject to asset and income declarations, particularly within state-owned enterprises (SOEs). The government has been tasked with issuing detailed regulations specifying the scenarios in which SOE personnel must submit asset declarations.

On the afternoon of January 11, Nguyen Thi Thu Ngan officially received the sash to represent Vietnam at the 53rd Miss Intercontinental, to be held in Egypt in 2025. Thu Ngan is the first runner-up of Miss Grand Vietnam 2025 and previously won the title of Western Beauty 2024. At the ceremony, Thu Ngan appeared in an evening gown named Desert Flame by designer Thuong Gia Ky. Inspired by the fierce and eternal beauty of the Egyptian desert, the gown embodies strength and grace - a fitting metaphor for her upcoming journey. Alongside the evening gown, her national costume was also unveiled.

Director Dang Thai Huyen and the Red Rain cast celebrate their six-win triumph at the 2025 Blue Star Awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Actor recognitions. Director Dang Thai Huyen was named Best Director, while Red Rain won Best Feature Film, as chosen by the professional jury. According to the team behind Red Rain, the film was a monumental effort involving thousands of people over an extended production period. Other notable moments from the Blue Star Awards 2025 included:· Thanh Son won Best Actor for Airborne Battle, and Viet Huong was named Best Actress for her role in The Sister-in-Law. · Phuong Nam continued a strong year, winning Best Supporting Actor for his role in Red Rain.

Since shifting to modern MMA rules (which differ in structure and regulations from traditional MMA), Phung has continued to impress with her first-round victories. “Lo Thi Phung has always shown consistency and high-level technique, not only in Ju-jitsu but also with significantly improved striking skills. This result was anticipated even before we formed the national team for the Asian championship,” said Tong Ngoc Hoa, head of the Vietnamese MMA delegation. The 2026 Asian MMA Championship was held from January 9 to 11 in Luzhou, China, under the organization of the Asian Mixed Martial Arts Association. The tournament plays a key role in earning technical ranking points for upcoming events, including the 20th Asian Games in Japan and the 2026 Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Saudi Arabia.

China continued to serve as the backbone market for the pangasius industry, holding approximately 27% market share. Future outlookLooking ahead to 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius industry is expected to face significant opportunities as global supplies of wild-caught whitefish continue to tighten. In the US market, Vietnamese pangasius exporters continue to face risks associated with anti-dumping policies. VASEP's predicted 2.3 billion USD in Vietnam’s pangasius export turnover this year would represent a 5% increase compared to 2025, according to the association's deputy secretary general. This means that Vietnam’s pangasius industry needs to accelerate digital transformation, apply advanced technologies and improve traceability systems.

With 16.5 million older persons, accounting for around 16% of the population, Vietnam has made a strong shift from awareness to action, turning the challenges of population ageing into opportunities to improve its healthcare and comprehensive social security systems. Refining policies, expanding social protectionAccording to the latest statistics, the country’s average life expectancy has reached 74.7 years, with healthy life expectancy standing at 65.4 years. Currently, more than 2.4 million older persons nationwide receive monthly social allowances and social pensions, with total State budget spending nearing 7 trillion VND (266.46 million USD). Older persons are no longer viewed as a “burden”; instead, they are increasingly becoming a new driving force for social development through the “silver economy” and community activities. A comprehensive recognition of both challenges and opportunities in this context will provide an important basis for policymaking, while encouraging economic stakeholders to invest in sectors that better meet the needs of older persons and enhance their role in the country’s next stage of development./.

Chairman Tran Thanh Man will deliver the opening remarks and, together with vice chairpersons, will take turns chairing the session’s proceedings. At the half-day session, the NA Standing Committee is set to consider and adopt two resolutions: one regulating the issuance and use of uniforms, insignia and badges for leaders of the People’s Procuracy at all levels, prosecutors, examiners, investigators and prosecutors’ identification cards; and another stipulating the number and proportional structure of prosecutor ranks within the People’s Procuracy and the Military Procuracy. Regarding supervision activities, the NA Standing Committee will also review the legislature’s report on people's aspiration work for December 2025./.

Key economic corridors include the north - south corridor, the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong - Quang Ninh corridor, and the Moc Bai - Ho Chi Minh City - Bien Hoa - Vung Tau corridor. These corridors are expected to feature modern, integrated infrastructure, high growth rates, and strong contributions to national growth. Digital infrastructure and data infrastructure will be expanded to underpin national digital transformation, including digital government, digital economy, and digital society development. The digital economy is targeted to contribute around 30 percent of the country’s GDP. – Red River Delta region: Hanoi, Hai Phong City, Quang Ninh, Bac Ninh, Hung Yen, and Ninh Binh.

Vietnam’s real GDP expanded by 8.02 percent last year, the second-highest growth rate during the 2011–25 period, UOB said, citing data from the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance. Exports, FDI anchor Vietnam’s 2025 growthUOB said Vietnam’s strong economic performance in 2025 was largely underpinned by resilient exports and steady manufacturing, despite headwinds from U.S. tariff policies. Exports remained the primary growth engine, with export turnover rising by 19 percent year on year in the final quarter of 2025 and full-year export growth reaching 17 percent compared with 2024. Against this backdrop, the bank has raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 7.5 percent, up from an earlier projection of seven percent, with exports and FDI expected to remain key drivers. Tariff uncertainty, potential export slowdown pose risks“With growth exceeding eight percent last year, Vietnam enters 2026 with a solid foundation,” the UOB report said.

Cold weather blankets Vietnam, January 11, 2026. Photo: Tri Duc / Tuoi TreCheck out the latest news in Vietnam today:Politics-- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Saturday received U.S. -- Police in Da Nang City, central Vietnam on Friday uncovered prostitution activities disguised as massage services during inspections at two well-known hotels. Ho Chi Minh City-- The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade has issued a dispatch instructing retailers, supermarkets, and wet markets to adopt measures to ensure supply-demand balance and market stability ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday. 2 in Ho Chi Minh City has admitted a 13-year-old boy from Dong Nai Province with severe injuries caused by a firecracker explosion.