A high-ranking Ministry of Industry and Trade official has been detained amid an investigation into the misappropriation of state funds by Xuyen Viet Oil.
A key governance index shows Vietnamese citizens perceive less corruption in some public services, but decision-making at the local level remains opaque.
Ho Chi Minh City's Saigontourist Group Culinary and Delicious Cultural Festival welcomed over 60,000 visitors in 2024, showcasing unique dishes from across Vietnam.