National
Japanese PM's official visit to Vietnam to create new momentum for bilateral ties: Ambassador
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and his spouse’s official visit to Vietnam from April 27 to 29 is expected to create powerful new catalyst for the bilateral relations, helping consolidate the friendship between the two countries while laying a solid foundation for the relationship to develop in a strong and sustainable fashion, according to a Vietnamese diplomat.
Viet's Home
GNI Contributes to Spreading the Joy of Reading to Students
From April 18 to 21, nearly 5,000 students and teachers from 13 schools across Hoa Binh, Tuyen Quang, and Ha Giang provinces took part in a series of Book Festivals organized by Good Neighbors International (GNI). The events aimed to promote a culture of reading and respond to Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day (April 21).
Viet's Home
Message of Humanity from 2025 United Nations Day of Vesak in Vietnam
From May 6 to 8, 2025, the United Nations Day of Vesak will be held in Ho Chi Minh City under the theme “Solidarity and Tolerance for Human Dignity: Buddhist Wisdom for World Peace and Sustainable Development.”
9th Vietnam-China Border Defense Exchange: Realizing High-level Common Perceptions
On April 24, in Hanoi, the Ministry of National Defense held a conference to review the 9th Vietnam-China Border Defense Friendship Exchange. Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien, member of the Party Central Committee, member of the Central Military Commission, and Deputy Minister of National Defense chaired the conference.
11:15 | 25/04/2025
Vietnam and China Front Organizations Join Forces to Enhance Bilateral Ties
On the morning of April 22, the third Friendship Exchange Program between the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), along with representatives from border provinces and autonomous regions of both countries, officially opened in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, under the theme “Joining hands to promote friendship.”
12:18 | 24/04/2025
Vietnam Esperanto Association Promotes Training to Develop Movement
On April 20 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Esperanto Association held a conference to deploy its 2025 working agenda and the 21st Spring Meeting. In his remarks, President Nguyen Van Loi emphasized the importance of training in the development of the Esperanto movement.
11:27 | 21/04/2025
Vietnamese, Chinese Youth Extend the Bridge of riendship
On April 17 in Quang Ninh, the Central Committee of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCYU) held the closing ceremony of the 24th Vietnam-China Youth Friendship Meeting in 2025. During the 6-day exchange, delegates from both countries visited and shared experiences in youth union work, enhancing understanding and connecting the two countries' youth.
10:25 | 19/04/2025
National
Top Lao leader hosts welcome ceremony for Vietnamese State President
National
General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith hosted an official welcome ceremony in Vientiane on April 24 afternoon for Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong who is on a two-day state visit to Laos.
10:18 | 25/04/2025
National
Japanese PM's official visit to Vietnam to create new momentum for bilateral ties: Ambassador
National
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and his spouse’s official visit to Vietnam from April 27 to 29 is expected to create powerful new catalyst for the bilateral relations, helping consolidate the friendship between the two countries while laying a solid foundation for the relationship to develop in a strong and sustainable fashion, according to a Vietnamese diplomat.
10:07 | 25/04/2025
National
Vietnam News Today (Apr. 25): EU Considers Vietnam Trusted, Prioritized Partner in Asia-Pacific
National
Vietnam News Today (Apr. 25): EU considers Vietnam trusted, prioritized partner in Asia-Pacific; Vietnam, China, ASEAN join hands for clean energy future at Hanoi exhibition; Vietnam makes tremendous overall progress in past 50 years: Japanese politician; Vietnam among top 15 countries worldwide in attracting FDI.
08:12 | 25/04/2025
Focus
9th Vietnam-China Border Defense Exchange: Realizing High-level Common Perceptions
On April 24, in Hanoi, the Ministry of National Defense held a conference to review the 9th Vietnam-China Border Defense Friendship Exchange. Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien, member of the Party Central Committee, member of the Central Military Commission, and Deputy Minister of National Defense chaired the conference.
11:15 | 25/04/2025
Focus
Vietnam and China Front Organizations Join Forces to Enhance Bilateral Ties
On the morning of April 22, the third Friendship Exchange Program between the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), along with representatives from border provinces and autonomous regions of both countries, officially opened in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, under the theme “Joining hands to promote friendship.”
12:18 | 24/04/2025
Friendship
Photo exhibition in Laos: Story of Vietnam's Defense and Vietnam - Laos Solidarity
On April 22, in Vientiane, Laos, the Vietnamese Embassy launched a captivating photo exhibition in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025).
10:57 | 23/04/2025
Focus
Vietnam Esperanto Association Promotes Training to Develop Movement
On April 20 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Esperanto Association held a conference to deploy its 2025 working agenda and the 21st Spring Meeting. In his remarks, President Nguyen Van Loi emphasized the importance of training in the development of the Esperanto movement.
11:27 | 21/04/2025
Viet's Home
GNI Contributes to Spreading the Joy of Reading to Students
From April 18 to 21, nearly 5,000 students and teachers from 13 schools across Hoa Binh, Tuyen Quang, and Ha Giang provinces took part in a series of Book Festivals organized by Good Neighbors International (GNI). The events aimed to promote a culture of reading and respond to Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day (April 21).
09:58 | 25/04/2025
Viet's Home
Japan, Vietnam To Boost Cooperation in Parliament Level
The Vietnamese Embassy in Japan recently hosted a meeting with a delegation from the Japan-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, led by its Chairwoman Obuchi Yuko, discussing specific measures to further strengthen the two countries' cooperation.
07:50 | 25/04/2025
Viet's Home
Message of Humanity from 2025 United Nations Day of Vesak in Vietnam
From May 6 to 8, 2025, the United Nations Day of Vesak will be held in Ho Chi Minh City under the theme “Solidarity and Tolerance for Human Dignity: Buddhist Wisdom for World Peace and Sustainable Development.”
11:41 | 24/04/2025
Viet's Home
Spouse of PM Pham Minh Chinh Meets ASEAN Community Women's Circle in Bac Ninh
In the sacred and solemn space of Do Temple (Bac Ninh) the delegation to offer incense at the main hall, listen to an introduction to the history of Do Temple and the shrines in the Temple, where eight kings of the Ly Dynasty are worshiped.
10:15 | 23/04/2025
Viet's Home
“Meeting Spring” Connects Vietnamese and Japanese Folk Art
On April 18 in Hanoi, the Hanoi Creative Activities Coordination Center, under the Hanoi Museum, collaborated with Vietnamese-Japanese partners to host the "Meeting Spring" workshop. The event featured a variety of engaging activities, offering participants hands-on experiences with traditional creative arts.
09:49 | 20/04/2025
Viet's Home
WVIV Supports the Disabilities to Create Sustainable Livelihoods
From 2024 to 2026, World Vision International in Vietnam (WVIV) will implement the "Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration" project (Improve livelihood opportunities for people facing difficult circumstances, especially those with disabilities and ethnic minorities) in Ba Thuoc district (Thanh Hoa province).
09:35 | 20/04/2025
Viet's Home
Save the Children Enhances Education for 27,000 Children in Hai Phong and Dong Thap
More than 27,000 children have benefited from education support through Phase 3 (2022–2025) of the project “Improving the Quality of Education for Disadvantaged Children in Vietnam,” jointly implemented by Save the Children and the Department of Teachers and Education Administrators under the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET). The results were announced at a closing and knowledge-sharing event held on April 16 in Hanoi.
09:12 | 19/04/2025
Viet's Home
Scholarships Gift to over 600 Disadvantaged Students in Hue City
The scholarships were awarded to underprivileged students for their efforts toward achieving their dreams.
09:49 | 14/04/2025
Seas and islands
Naval Region 5 Promotes Reading Culture, Fosters Patriotism
Seas and islands
From April 15 to May 2 in Phu Quoc City (Kien Giang Province), the Navy Region 5 Library is organizing a book exhibition. The event is part of activities marking the 4th Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day and celebrates major national holidays as well as the anniversaries of the Vietnam People's Navy.
09:56 | 25/04/2025
Seas and islands
Coast Guard Region 2 Command Hosts Philippine Coast Counterpart
Seas and islands
Earlier this week, in Nui Thanh, a delegation of the Philippine Coast Guard visited and exchanged with officers and soldiers of the Coast Guard Region 2 Command.
14:51 | 18/04/2025
Seas and islands
Vietnam - Thailand Navy: Coordination to Well Address Problems at Sea
Seas and islands
From April 2 to 6, the H.T.M.S NARRESUAN (FFG-421), along with a delegation from the Royal Thai Navy Region 1, headed by Vice Admiral Arpa Chapanont, Commander of Region 1, visited and collaborated with Vietnam's Navy Region 5 Command in Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang Province.
22:59 | 06/04/2025
Overseas Vietnamese
Special Vietnam’s Cultural Showcase Takes Place in Russia
This is the showcase where both cultural elements of Vietnam and Russia were celebrated.
10:26 | 16/04/2025
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnamese in Kansai: Uphold National Identity, Strengthen Ties to Homeland's Islands
The General Association of Vietnamese in the Kansai region, Japan, recently held a meeting to summarize the success of the 2025 Vietnamese Cultural Festival and to express gratitude to accompanying individuals and organizations. Also at the meeting, a donation campaign for Truong Sa was launched.
12:15 | 15/04/2025
Overseas Vietnamese
Promote Strength of Overseas Vietnamese in Enhancing Vietnam - EU Relations
This topic was addressed by Vietnamese Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium and Head of the Vietnamese Delegation to the European Union (EU), Nguyen Van Thao, during his meeting with Permanent Deputy Minister Le Hai Binh on April 9 in Hanoi.
09:27 | 13/04/2025
Overseas Vietnamese
First Vietnamese Books Displayed at Belgium's Capital
The first Vietnamese corner at the Muntpunt library in Brussels, Belgium, offers Vietnamese children a unique opportunity to read, learn, and preserve their mother tongue.
15:58 | 11/04/2025
World
"Great Leader": JD Vance Lauds PM Modi During His India Visit
United States Vice President JD Vance also expressed gratitude for hosting his family at the PM's residence in New Delhi and said that PM Modi was "incredibly kind to my family."
15:14 | 24/04/2025
World
Trump’s Tariff Pause: A Strategic Move from “The Art of the Deal”?
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt stated that President Donald Trump’s unexpected reversal on tariff policy was part of the “art of the deal”, a reference to his 1987 book of the same name.
15:37 | 18/04/2025
World
"Indian Navy's participation in AIKEYME exercise matter of great happiness": Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi on Sunday said that the Indian Navy's participation in the AIKEYME exercise is a matter of great happiness for the Indian Navy and the country.
07:00 | 17/04/2025
World
ASEAN and US Tariff Dilemma: Hybrid Approach to Global Trade Tensions
In response to the US' tariff policies, ASEAN has adopted a flexible approach, combining a unified stance with space for individual member states to pursue separate negotiations. According to international experts, this pragmatic strategy enables the region to maintain dialogue channels while protecting national interests amid intensifying global strategic competition and trade protectionism.
14:13 | 15/04/2025
Travel
Vietnam Strengthens Its Presence On The Global Tourism Map
The global online travel service platform Trip.com recently announced the 2025 Global Trip.Best Ranking, honoring the most popular accommodations, restaurants, and attractions in the world. Vietnam made a strong impression with 38 representatives from 11 provinces and cities spread across three regions, participating in all three main categories.
07:52 | 25/04/2025
Multimedia
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park Named Top Adventure Travel Site
According to Wanderlust (UK), the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park captivates adventure seekers with its majestic cave systems hidden within pristine forests and unspoiled natural landscapes.
15:36 | 18/04/2025
Travel
Vietnam Welcomes Record-High Number of International Visitors
In the first three months of this year, Vietnam welcomed more than 6 million international visitors, a nearly 30% increase compared to the same period last year, marking the highest figure ever recorded. According to experts, visa policies and various attractive factors have contributed to the remarkable growth of Vietnam's tourism sector.
07:34 | 09/04/2025
Travel
Luxury Train From Hanoi To Hai Phong To Be Launched In May
A luxury train connecting Hanoi with the northern port city of Haiphong will begin operations in early May, adding a fresh attraction to Hai Phong’s tourism offerings.
09:46 | 27/03/2025
Vietnam Moves Up 8 Places In World Happiness Index
Vietnam is the third-happiest place to live in Asia, trailing behind Taiwan and Singapore, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report.
Travelling Vietnam Through French Artist's Children Book
“Sparrow’s Travelogue” - a 40-page picture book, completed in 3 years, is a gift that French artist Olivier Blanchin wants to send to Vietnam, the country he has been attached to for the past 7 years.
Vietnamese Turmeric Fish among Best Asian Dishes: TasteAtlas
Vietnamese turmeric fish with dill and noodles (Cha ca La Vong) has been officially recognized by the international cuisine magazine TasteAtlas as being among the Top 100 Asian fish dishes.
From Lost to Found: German Tourist Thanks Vietnamese Police for Returning His Bag
Recently, the Phuc Than Commune Police (Than Uyen district, Lai Chau province) returned a black bag to Philipp Horn (born in 1991, German nationality) including hispassport, visa, his iPod headset, his plane ticket, and many foreign currencies from Japan, Korea, China, and the United States.
Multimedia
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park Named Top Adventure Travel Site
Multimedia
According to Wanderlust (UK), the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park captivates adventure seekers with its majestic cave systems hidden within pristine forests and unspoiled natural landscapes.
15:36 | 18/04/2025
Multimedia
1,000 Women in Traditional Ao Dai Form Vietnam Map at Hoan Kiem Lake
Multimedia
A thousand women in Ao Dai (traditional long dress) paraded through Hanoi and formed a map of Vietnam on March 29 to celebrate Ao Dai Week, an initiative by the Vietnam Women's Union.
19:06 | 31/03/2025
Multimedia
Vietnam’s Textile Industry Strengthens Position in Global Supply Chains
Multimedia
Vietnam’s strategic location, commitment to sustainability, and innovation have made it an attractive destination for international textile producers seeking to diversify global supply chains.
13:02 | 05/03/2025
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