Ho Thi Kim Thoa dismissed from position of deputy trade minister

A Chinese-led cyber fraud syndicate disguised as a convenience store in Ho Chi Minh City defrauded Japanese citizens of nearly VND12 billion through fake e-commerce and crypto investment schemes.

Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security has detained four more individuals for fraud, bribery, and brokering bribes after uncovering a major fake milk powder production and sales network spanning Hanoi and nearby provinces.

As of now, 73 individuals have been indicted on charges including illegal drug trafficking, illegal drug possession, and illegal possession of military-grade weapons.

Truong My Lan’s life sentence was reduced to 20-year jail term in the second phase of Van Thinh Phat case.

Thanh Hoa Provincial Police, on the morning of April 18, reported that the Department of Economic Crimes, in coordination with other specialized units and relevant agencies, is expanding an investigation into a major fake drug manufacturing ring.

The Prime Minister ordered the Ministry of Public Security to conduct investigation over the fake milk case, promptly inform consumers, and prosecute violators in accordance with the law.

Numerous experts and regulatory officials have voiced strong support for strict penalties and proposed concrete measures to combat food safety violations and eliminate harmful, fraudulent products from the market.

Eight individuals faced prosecution for their involvement in a ring that manufactured 573 types of fake milk powder.

Many experts voiced their opinions that the Government should control livestream advertising of goods.

The Ho Chi Minh City Public Security launched a special 50-day emulation campaign to mark the 50th anniversary of Southern Liberation and National Reunification (April 30, 1975-2025) on April 1.

The Traffic Police Department of Quang Nam Province, on April 2, reported that it had identified and penalized two foreign nationals for violating traffic safety regulations while riding motorcycles in the province.

In his letter of compliments, the Government leader praised their efforts in disrupting drug supplies, preventing Vietnam from becoming a transit hub, and promoting a drug-free environment.

The revised draft of the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law allows businesses to deduct additional research and development (R&D) expenses when determining taxable income.

The Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Food Safety yesterday announced to impose an administrative fine of VND125 million (US$4,874) on Chi Em Rot Company which was forced to recall Kera vegetable candy.

A pervasive distribution of wild bird sales is observed throughout the agricultural market in the Dong Thap Muoi region in the Mekong Delta province of Long An.

Ho Chi Minh City authorities have summoned a foreign man seen riding a motorized suitcase on the street and issued him an administrative fine of VND225,000.

Two famous key opinion consumer (KOC) figures were fined VND140 million (US$5,472) for falling foul of the present advertisement regulations.

Cunning scams impersonating resorts and utility workers are proliferating, deceiving numerous citizens with fake bookings and electricity bills, prompting authorities to warn of increased vigilance and verification.

The Vietnam Directorate of Market Surveillance under the Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued  an official dispatch aimed at the prevention of illicit cigarette trafficking.

HCMC yesterday inaugurated the implementation of driver’s license issuance and renewal services at 22 designated police stations within its constituent wards, communes, and townships.