A massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, causing significant tremors across neighboring countries, including China, Thailand, and parts of India.

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, with tremors felt in several parts of Vietnam, but experts say the country is unlikely to suffer any damage.

Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled its list of the most affordable destinations for spring travel in April and May 2025. From serene beaches to bustling cities, these destinations offer budget-conscious travelers a chance to explore without breaking the bank.

However, in the first two months of this year, exports to China amounted to only $305.7 million, a sharp drop of 39% compared to the same period last year. This means that in just two months, Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exporters lost about 4,990 billion VND (around $205 million) in the Chinese market.

Vietnam-Singapore industrial parks are a key plank of the two countries’ relationship. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The resumption of charter and regular flights from Russia to Vietnam has fueled growing interest in the Southeast Asian destination.

Looser visa policies, nonstop flights and luxurious hotels opening on uncrowded islands are among the factors raising Vietnam’s profile this year.

Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, who also chairs the National Security Council, noted that call centre scam operations are shifting from Myawaddy in Myanmar to Cambodia and Vietnam, The Bangkok Post reported today.