US Deportees Convicted of Serious Crimes Arrive in Eswatini

Mbabane: A plane carrying five individuals convicted of serious crimes, including rape and child molestation, has landed in Eswatini as part of the United States’ controversial deportation strategy. These individuals, originally from countries such as Vietnam, Jamaica, Cuba, Yemen, and Laos, were deported under former President Donald Trump’s administration, which focused on cracking down on … Read more

US Deports Five Migrants Convicted Of Crimes To Eswatini

Eswatini: In a significant development stemming from the Trump administration’s policy on undocumented criminals, five migrants convicted of serious crimes have been deported from the United States and have arrived in Eswatini. These individuals, who have been found guilty of offenses such as rape and child molestation, were part of a broader initiative to address … Read more

Ca Mau Intensifies IUU Controls in Bid to Remove EC ‘Yellow Card’

Ca mau: The southernmost province of Ca Mau is intensifying its efforts to address illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing while also supporting local fishermen in enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of their operations. These initiatives are gaining strong support from fishermen and those involved in fisheries activities, who are increasingly adhering to legal regulations … Read more

Registered FDI Surges 32.6% in First Half of 2025, Highest in 15 Years

Hanoi: Foreign investors registered a total of 21.5 billion USD in investments in Vietnam during the first half of 2025, up 32.6% year-on-year, the Ministry of Finance’s Foreign Investment Agency (FIA) revealed in its latest report. Of the total, newly registered capital accounted for nearly 9.3 billion USD across 1,988 new projects. Meanwhile, adjusted capital … Read more

Fruit and Vegetable Exports in Vietnam Face Challenges in Meeting Annual Target

Hanoi: Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports are projected to fall short of the 8 billion USD target for the year, despite a notable recovery in the first half of 2025. Seasonal overproduction, limited processing capabilities, and inconsistent adherence to international quality standards are key factors hampering sustained growth. According to Vietnam News Agency, the Ministry … Read more

Vietnam to Launch First Disability Fashion Show

Hanoi: The first fashion event dedicated to people with disabilities, Vietnam Disability Fashion Show 2025, will take place at the National Fine Arts Museum in Hanoi on August 4. The event, themed ‘The Shape of Will’, is jointly organised by HGI Group, the Hanoi Association of People with Disabilities, and the Vietnam Centre for Vocational … Read more