Crisis in Japan as country relies on foreign workers to secure transportation capacity
Nakano Shokai is a subsidiary of Yamato Holdings Co., the parent company of major parcel delivery firm Yamato Transport Co. It employs around 700 drivers.
Vietnam
Foreign Minister highlights Vietnam’s role in advancing ASEAN-Russia strategic partnership
The country has played an important role in repositioning ASEAN–Russia relations to become more strategic, resilient, substantive, and better aligned with the interests of both…
ASEAN races to attract data centre investment as spending nears US$30bil
The rapid growth, however, is causing significant strain on resources, with countries like Malaysia and the Philippines facing electricity and water constraints and exploring new…
Retired Vietnamese teacher turns eggshells into World Cup mascots
Nguyen Thanh Tam, an eggshell artist of over 20 years, decided to once again get in on the act by making a full set of World Cup-inspired mascots along with 48 national flags…
Four charged as police foil attempt to move scam operation from Cambodia to Vietnam
Four people, including a Chinese national, have been charged after investigators said they uncovered preparations to relocate a Cambodia-based scam centre across the border and…
Giving fashion a second life in Vietnam
As more consumers look for ways to manage overflowing wardrobes, circular fashion is gaining ground in Vietnam. Let's explore how Glammie is helping pre-loved clothing find new…
Tropical storms, heat and drought putting millions of Vietnamese children at risk: UNICEF
UNICEF said the most common combination of hazards affecting Vietnamese children involves tropical storms, drought, heatwaves and extreme heat, impacting more than 4.5 million…
Vietnam’s weight problem grows as prosperity reshapes diets and lifestyles
According to the WHO, 'overweight' is defined as having a BMI of 25 or higher and 'obesity' as 30 or higher.
US reaffirms commitment to Vietnam, ASEAN, seeking closer energy and trade partnership
The United States is ready to deepen cooperation with Vietnam and ASEAN across energy security, digital transformation, artificial intelligence and maritime stability, Deputy…
Vietnam’s cultural digitalisation
In an effort to preserve cultural heritage through technology, young people are finding new ways to bring traditions closer to their generation. From spiritual practices to…