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Da Nang proposes pilot programme for Tether transactions

The central city of Da Nang has received a proposal to pilot the use of the cryptocurrency Tether (USDT) for transactions, targeting international tourists.

Man United legends head to Vietnam for football festival

Manchester United icons such as Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes will reunite in Da Nang during the Vietnam - United Kingdom Football Festival later this month.

Cannes-winning film to compete at Da Nang Asian Film Festival 2025

Black Dog, the winning film of the Un Certain Regard section at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, will compete in the Asian Film section at the third Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III).

150-year-old lychee tree bears fruit for 5 generations of Da Nang family

For Nguyen Phan Tu Dung’s family, the 150-year-old lychee tree is the “root of memories.” Spanning five generations of his family, the tree still stands tall, shading the yard and serving as a gathering place for the family.

DANAFF III welcomes record turnout of box office hits, minus two top names

Despite record box office success, Vietnam’s two top-grossing directors opt out of the third Da Nang Asian Film Festival.

Da Nang establishes organising committee for third Da Nang Asian Film Festival

The third Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III), themed 'Bridging Asia', will be held from June 29 to July 5.

5,000 ecstasy pills hidden in diet food packets seized in Da Nang

Police in Da Nang have dismantled a transnational drug trafficking operation, seizing 5,000 ecstasy pills that had been cleverly concealed inside diet food packaging.

British dad shares sweet culture shocks about Vietnamese neighbors

Nine months ago, when Kent Murphy and his family first moved to Da Nang, they found it difficult to adapt to Vietnam’s traffic, cuisine, and especially the curious habits of their neighbors.

Da Nang hosts Vietnamese eloquent finals for foreigners

The University of Foreign Languages – University of Da Nang won first prize at the final round of the first Vietnamese eloquent contest for foreigners in central Vietnam – Da Nang 2025.

Da Nang emerges as a global culinary star for 2025

Since June 2024, when Michelin first cast its discerning eye on Da Nang, the city has joined Vietnam’s culinary elite, trailing only Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

Da Nang welcomes sacred Buddha relic as thousands line the streets

The relic, a national treasure of India, is enshrined at Quan The Am Pagoda for public veneration.

Da Nang int’l fireworks festival 2025 promises thrills

The 2025 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) is set to return from May 31 to July 12 under the theme “Da Nang – The New Rising Era”, promising vibrant and surprising displays.

Da Nang to offer Starlink satellite Internet, boosts tech infrastructure

Da Nang is set to become the first city in Vietnam to roll out Starlink, the satellite Internet service developed by SpaceX, marking a new step in its high-tech infrastructure strategy.

Da Nang targets high-spending Halal tourists with new Dubai flight

With direct air service from Dubai launching in June, Da Nang aims to attract luxury travelers from the Middle East through Halal-friendly services and infrastructure.

Da Nang to attract visitors from the Middle East

The central city of Da Nang will promote luxury vacation programmes and beach entertainment services for Middle East customers.

Da Nang fireworks seats selling out fast, prices skyrocket

Although the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF 2025) won’t officially open until the evening of May 31, prime spots for watching the pyrotechnics are already in high demand - and fetching sky-high prices.

Da Nang rockets 130 places in global startup ecosystem rankings

The city is also among the world’s 12 standout startup ecosystems featured at StartupBlink’s 2025 online workshop, earning its recognition as one of the planet’s “hottest” startup destinations.

Steel and pharma firms in Da Nang hit with environmental penalties

Da Nang has imposed administrative penalties on four companies for violating environmental protection regulations, with total fines exceeding VND1 billion (over USD39,500).

Da Nang boosts skilled workforce development for int’l financial hub ambitions

The central city of Da Nang has intensified efforts to cultivate a skilled workforce to underpin its ambition of establishing a Vietnam International Financial Centre (IFC).

Da Nang student wins top prize at 2025 UPU letter writing contest

Pham Doan Minh Khue’s heartfelt letter as “the ocean” earns first prize in a contest that attracted 1.5 million entries from across Vietnam.