Tourist boat capsizes off Phu Quoc island in Vietnam

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, a speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized off the coast of Hon May Rut Ngoai, near Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam. At least 15 people, consisting of 13 men and two women, have died in the accident, while 21 others were rescued. The vessel overturned approximately 400 meters from the shore due to reportedly strong winds and high waves. Emergency response efforts involved local coast guard forces and other nearby tourist vessels, though rescue operations were complicated by passengers trapped inside the cabin. Local reports indicate that 21 survivors were taken to a hospital for medical treatment, with two individuals reported to be in critical condition. While the Indian Embassy in Vietnam confirmed the presence of Indian nationals on board, it stated that the exact circumstances of the incident remain under investigation. Authorities, including provincial official Nguyen Tien Hai, have noted that the final count of survivors is still being verified as the investigation continues.