Vietnam underscores UNCLOS 1982 at UN Security Council High-Level Debate
Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang attended and delivered a speech at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)’s High-Level Open Debate on “The Safety and Protection of Waterways in the Maritime Domain” on April 27 afternoon (New York time).
PM orders comprehensive fixes to shortcomings in fighting IUU fishing
The Prime Minister has ordered ministries, sectors and coastal localities to comprehensively address persistent shortcomings in combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, with the goal of securing the removal of the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning against Vietnamese seafood exports in 2026.
Coastal getaways dominate domestic travel trend for upcoming long holidays
Beach destinations are leading Vietnamese travellers’ preferences for domestic trips during the upcoming Hung Kings Commemoration Day and Reunification Day (April 30)–May Day (May 1) holidays, according to recent data from online travel platforms.
Electronic fishing logbooks boost transparency, modernise fisheries management in Ho Chi Minh City
After a three-year pilot programme, electronic fishing logbooks for vessels in Ho Chi Minh City have proved effective, contributing to modernising fisheries management, enhancing data transparency, and improving control over fishing activities in line with regulations.
International visitors flock to Phu Quoc to enjoy safe, friendly, high-quality destination
In the first four months of 2026, Phu Quoc island in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang welcomed an estimated over one million international arrivals, up 61.5% year-on-year and reaching nearly half of its annual target.
Deputy PM demands tougher action to secure EC’s yellow card removal
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung chaired the 34th meeting of the National Steering Committee on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing in Hanoi on April 16, urging stronger enforcement to fix remaining shortcomings and secure the removal of the European Commission (EC)’s “yellow card” warning.
Phu Quoc set for a global spotlight with Sun Group–Dragone flagship show
Sun Group has officially entered into a strategic partnership with Dragone, the Belgium-based creator and producer of large-scale live entertainment, marking a new chapter for Vietnam’s cultural and entertainment industry and the beginning of a flagship show envisioned for APEC 2027.
Mindset shift drives Quang Ninh’s heritage-based tourism development
Transforming large-scale concerts into distinctive tourism products is not only an economic challenge but also a solid step towards affirming Quang Ninh position as a hub for cultural industries linked with the heritage of the mining region.
Quang Ninh intensifies anti-IUU fishing efforts to meet EC’s requirements
The northern coastal province of Quang Ninh is stepping up coordinated and stringent measures to tightly control fishing activities, part of national efforts to have the European Commission (EC)’s “yellow card” warning against Vietnamese seafood removed and promote sustainable fisheries.
Lam Dong ramps up IUU fishing crackdown, closely following EC recommendations
Lam Dong province has demonstrated strong determination and rolled out comprehensive measures aligned with the European Commission (EC)’s recommendations to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, in a bid to have the commission’s “yellow card” warning against Vietnam's seafood exports lifted.
Da Nang fulfills EC recommendations in fight against IUU fishing
The central city of Da Nang has fully implemented all recommendations set out by the European Commission (EC) in tackling illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, marking a significant step forward in Vietnam’s efforts to have the EC's “yellow card” warning lifted.
Vietnam steps up crackdown on IUU fishing, implementation of EC recommendations
The Government Office on March 31 issued a notice conveying the conclusions of Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha at the 33rd meeting of the Steering Committee for Combating Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing, underscoring the need for urgent and comprehensive measures to address shortcomings identified by the European Commission (EC).
Da Nang aims to become attractive destination on global maritime map
The central city of Da Nang has completed key shared infrastructure for Lien Chieu Port and launched a project to construct its major container terminal, which is expected to help position the city as a regional logistics hub and become an attractive destination on the global maritime map.
Vietnam maintains constructive cooperation with EU in combating IUU fishing: PM
Vietnam has cooperated with the European Union (EU) in addressing illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing on a constructive spirit of “listening with sincerity, sharing from the heart, and demonstrating commitment through concrete actions,” Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed on March 19.
Dong Thap steps up fishing vessel management to combat IUU fishing
Authorities in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap will continue implementing coordinated measures to improve the effectiveness of the fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, contributing to national efforts to have the European Commission (EC)'s “yellow card” warning lifted.
Fleet downsizing, occupational shifts to shed EU’s “yellow card”
Beyond intensifying enforcement to have the European Commission (EC)'s “yellow card” warning over illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing lifted, Vietnam is undertaking a broad restructuring of its fisheries sector, focusing on moving away from intensive harvest toward sustainable value creation rooted in marine resource conservation.