Vietnam Spotlight Podcast: Response to emergency stockpiling recommendations, Grab to cut fees and refund drivers

Tuoi Tre News6 November 2026, 12:00 UTCVietnam

Vietnamese authorities will assess risks and consider measures to help the public prepare for emergencies without triggering unnecessary anxiety. Grab will cut fees from November 10 and begin refunding VND3.9 billion to affected drivers on Thursday. And more in our podcast.

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