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Vietnamese children at risk from AI, online predators, experts warn

Experts from the National Child Protection Hotline and the Ministry of Public Security’s A05 Cybersecurity Training Center are raising alarms about the growing risks Vietnamese children face in digital environments.

Consumers complain it’s hard to fit multiple child seats in 5-seat cars

Requiring child safety seats under a new regulation has left families with three children and 5-seat cars confused, as the rear row only fits two seats, raising questions about safety and feasibility.

Party chief’s conclusions on disadvantaged children care, protection

Children in special circumstances suffer multiple disadvantages in living conditions, nutrition, education and health care.

Vietnam lags 20–40 years behind in requiring car seats for children

From the US to Japan, child restraint systems have long been compulsory. Vietnam’s upcoming law reflects a long-overdue change in mindset.

Vietnam enforces penalties for overburdening children with schoolwork

A new Vietnamese decree prohibits excessive academic pressure at home, with fines ranging from $200 to $400 for violators.

Vietnam launches nationwide campaign to protect children online

A powerful message was delivered this morning in Ho Chi Minh City: no one should face the dangers of the internet alone.

Campaign launched to protect children in cyberspace

Vietnam’s Digital Trust Alliance (DTA) on October 10 launched the “Not Alone” campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at protecting children and young people from online risks and building a safer, more humane digital environment.

HCM City launches child counseling, service office

Since its founding in 1992, Hoa Hong Shelter has nurtured and educated disadvantaged girls aged 8-18. Over 30 years, it has supported more than 1,000 children.

Ministry of Health urges stronger protection of children in online environment

According to the hotline 111, cyberbullying has been on the rise, especially among children, as the digital space has continued to expand.

Parents spend big to help overweight kids slim down during summer

Taking advantage of the summer break, many parents are spending tens of millions of dong on gym memberships with personal trainers or online coaching programs in hopes of helping their children lose weight.

Vietnam works to end child labour

Over the past decades, Vietnam has made strides in protecting children’s rights, especially efforts to reduce child labour, one of the most daunting challenges in developing countries.

Free surgeries bring smiles to children with cleft conditions

All eligible patients will receive surgical interventions and post-operative care in accordance with Vietnamese medical standards and global care protocols.

Vietnamese parents share hilarious and harrowing tales of summer chaos

From mud-covered field trips to broken TVs, Vietnamese parents are already overwhelmed by the start of summer break.

Minister calls for UNICEF to shift strategy to help children in remote areas

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung calls for targeted support in mountainous regions during a strategic meeting with UNICEF.

One in every five VN children is shorter than they should be, say experts

Parents play a crucial role in tracking children's growth and implementing science-based interventions to address stunting and help improve children's height.

Three hospitals in HCMC to offer all-round support for abused children

HCM City will offer comprehensive support for abused children and those with rape-caused pregnancies at three hospitals with the entire gamut of treatment, counselling and protection services.

Vietnam takes further steps to ensure children's safety online

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has introduced the "Code of Conduct for Protecting Children in the Online Environment," aiming to establish a safer and more positive digital space for children.

Efforts underway to ensure safe cyberspace for children

Cyberspace is essential for children's development but presents significant challenges in ensuring information security, protecting privacy, and safeguarding young users online, insiders said.

Nearly 64% of Vietnamese children learn online safety from Facebook and YouTube

A new survey highlights that nearly two-thirds of Vietnamese children acquire online safety skills from platforms like Facebook and YouTube. While promising, the reliance on social media for such education poses risks due to unverified information.

Over 90% of Vietnamese children use the internet daily, facing numerous risks

Experts caution parents against sharing children’s personal information online, citing risks to privacy and well-being.