Top 10 Reliable COVID-19 Information Sources in Vietnam

Dân Trí is one of the most reputable online newspapers in Vietnam. Affiliated with the Vietnam Association for Promoting Education, Dân Trí ensures that all information provided is credible and accurate. The homepage features a section on "Corona Virus Pneumonia Outbreak," offering the latest and most reliable articles about this critical epidemic. Additionally, the site provides COVID-19 statistics for easy tracking.

Dân Trí has received recognition from state leaders, including a letter of commendation from President Trương Tấn Sang, a certificate of merit from Prime Minister Nguyễn Tấn Dũng, and multiple awards from the Vietnam Journalists Association.

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• Website: https://dantri.com.vn/

Nhân Dân is one of the oldest and most reputable newspapers in Vietnam, with its print edition first published in 1951 and the online version launching in 1998. The newspaper provides readers with carefully curated news on economics, society, politics, culture, and international affairs, ensuring accuracy and reliability. Notable sections include daily and weekly highlights that focus on significant events. Nhân Dân also publishes three foreign language pages in English, Chinese, and French.

Nhân Dân is the official publication of the Communist Party of Vietnam. As the party’s mouthpiece, it is recognized as a “central agency, the voice of the Party, State, and Vietnamese people,” making it a credible source for COVID-19 updates both nationally and globally, amid the noise of unreliable information.

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• Website: https://nhandan.com.vn/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nhandandientutiengviet/

VnExpress, also known as Vietnam's Fast News, is an exclusively digital newspaper in Vietnam. It is the first newspaper in the country to only have an online edition with no print version. The newsroom is located on the 5th floor of the FPT Tower in Hanoi.

True to its name, VnExpress provides fast and timely news to its readers. Owned by FPT Corporation, this online newspaper specializes in delivering credible and up-to-date information on current events. Its Facebook page has also been verified with a blue tick. VnExpress is definitely a source you want to follow for the latest updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

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• Website: https://vnexpress.net/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/congdongvnexpress/

Tuổi Trẻ is the official publication of the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Union and has evolved into a multimedia conglomerate, with various editions including the daily Tuổi Trẻ, weekly Tuổi Trẻ Cuối Tuần, bi-monthly Tuổi Trẻ Cười, Tuổi Trẻ Online, Tuổi Trẻ TV Online, and Tuoi Tre News.

Similar to Thanh Niên, Tuổi Trẻ Online updates its COVID-19 news quickly, offering diverse articles often presented in engaging and easy-to-understand formats, such as infographics. The official Tuổi Trẻ Facebook page, with over 2 million followers, is also verified with a blue tick.

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• Website: https://tuoitre.vn/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baotuoitre/

Thanh Niên is a daily newspaper based in Ho Chi Minh City, and one of the most widely circulated publications in Vietnam, with 300,000 copies distributed daily. It was first published on January 3, 1986, as Thanh Niên Weekly under the Vietnam Youth Union.

Thanh Niên Online features a simple layout, consistently updating the homepage with the latest articles on the COVID-19 pandemic to keep readers informed. All sources are clearly cited, and the editorial team has even created videos to illustrate the content. Thanh Niên is also active on Facebook with a verified blue tick, and its updates on the coronavirus are as fast as its website.

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• Website: https://thanhnien.vn/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thanhnien/

Since its launch five years ago, Zing.vn has seen impressive growth. What started as a content distributor has transformed into a full-fledged news outlet, producing continuous, high-quality content with a large and loyal readership. Zing.vn is considered one of the most reputable online news sources, even receiving press accreditation for APEC meetings. It has also covered major global events like the 2018 World Cup and the 2016 U.S. presidential elections.

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Zing News ensures it will be a reliable source for up-to-date and accurate information on the pandemic both in Vietnam and globally. As soon as you visit Zing News, you'll see the red banner titled "TOGETHER AGAINST COVID-19", providing real-time updates on the number of cases in Vietnam and around the world.

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• Website: https://news.zing.vn/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zingnews.info

Vietnamnet is an online newspaper under the Ministry of Information and Communications, ensuring reliable sources of information. Upon visiting Vietnamnet's homepage, you’ll immediately notice the hashtag #VIRUSCORONA. Here, readers can easily find up-to-date details on the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. In addition, Vietnamnet covers a broad range of timely news including current events, social issues, daily life, education, health, and entertainment, all presented with speed and variety!

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• Website: https://vietnamnet.vn/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vietnamnet.vn/

The first official source Mytour would like to introduce is the Government's Official Website - a site that provides quick, accurate updates on the coronavirus situation for the public. This page has been verified with a blue tick on Facebook. Not only does it offer trustworthy news, but it also delivers fast updates on the pandemic with live images and concise content.

The Government Portal was created to meet the essential and objective needs of the nation's development in the new era. This official channel has been recognized by Prime Minister Nguyễn Tấn Dũng for its contribution to the country's growth.

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• Website: http://chinhphu.vn/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thongtinchinhphu/

The Ministry of Health (MOH) is a government agency responsible for managing public health, covering areas such as disease prevention, medical examination and treatment, rehabilitation, medical forensic expertise, traditional medicine, reproductive health, medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, food safety, health insurance, and population management.

With the official endorsement of the Ministry of Health, MOH Electronic Portal is the go-to source for rapid, accurate updates on the COVID-19 situation in Vietnam. In addition to news on the virus, it publishes government directives on virus prevention and control.

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• Website: https://moh.gov.vn/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/botruongboyte.vn
• Zalo: https://oa.zalo.me/boyte

VTV News – Vietnam Television is the official news portal of Vietnam's national television network, ensuring that all sources of information are reliable and authoritative. Known for its fast-paced updates, VTV News has published over 1200 articles on the COVID-19 pandemic alone. In addition to its official website, VTV News is active on two Facebook pages, both verified: Báo điện tử VTV and Thời sự VTV.

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• Website: https://vtv.vn/
• Facebook:
• https://www.facebook.com/baodientuvtv/
• https://www.facebook.com/thoisuvtv