30 Minutes of “Quintessential Viet Nam” Every Day Friendship

30 Minutes of “Quintessential Viet Nam” Every Day

Affection for a country can stem from the simplest of things. For Kaneya Manabu, a Japanese national who formerly served as a police officer in Saitama Prefecture and later chose to make Viet Nam his home, one such thing is the workplace lunch nap. Though it lasts only about 30 minutes a day, this habit has given him a deeper appreciation for the local rhythm of life and a distinctly Vietnamese approach to balancing work and personal time.
Dien Bien Provides Professional Training for 14 Officials from Northern Lao Provinces Friendship

Dien Bien Provides Professional Training for 14 Officials from Northern Lao Provinces

14 officials from the Lao provinces of Oudomxay and Phongsaly will participate in a training and field-study program, focusing on five topics, in Dien Bien from September 14 to October 15, 2026.
Ca Mau Launches 45-day Health Check-ups and Screenings Campaign for the Public Viets Home

Ca Mau Launches 45-day Health Check-ups and Screenings Campaign for the Public

The People's Committee of Phong Hiep Commune, Ca Mau Province, has launched a 45-day intensive campaign to provide periodic health check-ups and screenings for local residents. This initiative operationalizes Plan No. 198/KH-UBND of the Ca Mau People's Committee regarding periodic health check-ups and screenings for the residents during the 2026–2030 period.
General Secretary and State President To Lam Meets with Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations

General Secretary and State President To Lam Meets with Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations

On September 15, 2026, following the successful 7th National Congress of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, 2026-2031 term, General Secretary and State President To Lam met and held a working session with representatives of the newly elected Executive Committee.
14:28 | 16/09/2026
Expanding Partnerships, Building Substantive and Effective Connections

Expanding Partnerships, Building Substantive and Effective Connections

At the 7th National Congress of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for the 2026-2031 term on September 14, delegates proposed expanding the network of partners, strengthening coordination among channels of external relations, and turning friendship ties into practical connections and cooperation programs.
09:13 | 15/09/2026
Phan Anh Son Elected President of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for 2026-2031 Term

Phan Anh Son Elected President of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for 2026-2031 Term

On September 14 in Hanoi, the 7th National Congress of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), for the 2026-2031 term, successfully concluded. Phan Anh Son, Secretary of the Party Committee and President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for the 6th term, was elected President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for the 7th term.
17:16 | 14/09/2026
7th National Congress of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Opens Today

7th National Congress of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Opens Today

The 7th National Congress of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for the 2026-2031 term takes place today, September 14, in Hanoi. The Congress will review the results of work during the 2019-2026 period and set out orientations and tasks for the new term as the country enters a new phase of development.
09:10 | 14/09/2026
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 20): Top Leader To Lam’s Canada Visit to Give New Impetus to Bilateral Ties National

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 20): Top Leader To Lam’s Canada Visit to Give New Impetus to Bilateral Ties

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Vietnam News Today (Sep. 20): Vietnam seeks stronger voice in global debates at UN assembly; Top leader To Lam’s Canada visit to give new impetus to bilateral ties; Vietnam-France ties deepen with focus on more substantive cooperation; Vietnam, Belgium share experience in addressing pressing policy issues.
14:11 | 20/09/2026
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 19):  Viet Nam Expands Role in UN Partnership, From Beneficiary to Contributor National

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 19): Viet Nam Expands Role in UN Partnership, From Beneficiary to Contributor

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Vietnam News Today (Sep. 19): FTSE Russell vows comprehensive support for Viet Nam’s capital market development; Vietnam to highlight trust, cooperation and multilateralism at UNGA 81; Vietnam expands role in UN partnership, from beneficiary to contributor; Vietnam, Bulgaria seek to turn Strategic Partnership into tangible results.
18:06 | 19/09/2026
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 17): Viet Nam, China Review Defense Cooperation, Seek Deeper Practical Ties National

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 17): Viet Nam, China Review Defense Cooperation, Seek Deeper Practical Ties

National
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 17): Viet Nam, China review defense cooperation, seek deeper practical ties; Viet Nam calls for fair, law-based international order at Beijing Xiangshan Forum; Viet Nam, France step up cooperation in science, innovation; Austria praises Vietnam’s role in promoting its ties with ASEAN.
10:52 | 17/09/2026
30 Minutes of “Quintessential Viet Nam” Every Day Friendship

30 Minutes of “Quintessential Viet Nam” Every Day

Affection for a country can stem from the simplest of things. For Kaneya Manabu, a Japanese national who formerly served as a police officer in Saitama Prefecture and later chose to make Viet Nam his home, one such thing is the workplace lunch nap. Though it lasts only about 30 minutes a day, this habit has given him a deeper appreciation for the local rhythm of life and a distinctly Vietnamese approach to balancing work and personal time.
08:24 | 18/09/2026
Dien Bien Provides Professional Training for 14 Officials from Northern Lao Provinces Friendship

Dien Bien Provides Professional Training for 14 Officials from Northern Lao Provinces

14 officials from the Lao provinces of Oudomxay and Phongsaly will participate in a training and field-study program, focusing on five topics, in Dien Bien from September 14 to October 15, 2026.
08:15 | 18/09/2026
Viet Nam and Bulgaria Seek to Expand Sister-City Partnerships Friendship

Viet Nam and Bulgaria Seek to Expand Sister-City Partnerships

This was shared by the Bulgaria-Viet Nam Parliamentary Friendship Group during a meeting with Vietnamese Ambassador to Bulgaria Nguyen Thi Minh Nguyet, held at the Bulgarian National Assembly, as part of efforts to concretize the Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
14:47 | 16/09/2026
Children’s Drawings Spread Spirit of Viet Nam-Denmark Friendship Friendship

Children’s Drawings Spread Spirit of Viet Nam-Denmark Friendship

The Embassy of Denmark in Viet Nam presented more than 100 paintings selected from the 2025-2026 "Denmark in Your Eyes" drawing contest to E Hospital. The innocent drawings by Vietnamese children brought colors, joy and messages about a greener future to pediatric patients, their families and medical staff, while contributing to strengthening friendship and people-to-people exchanges between Viet Nam and Denmark.
14:32 | 16/09/2026
Girls Takeover Program Creates Lasting Impact Viets Home

Girls Takeover Program Creates Lasting Impact

Lao Va Chai Semi-boarding Primary and Lower Secondary School, in coordination with Plan International, organized the Girls Takeover program on September 18 in Tuyen Quang. At the event, girls were given the opportunity to take on leadership roles as a commune leader, school principal and village head, allowing them to voice their thoughts, aspirations and proposals on issues affecting children at school and in the community.
18:24 | 20/09/2026
Brighter Streets, A Livelier Village Viets Home

Brighter Streets, A Livelier Village

Once among the roads that residents were reluctant to use after dark, the roads in Tan Tien Village, Yen Minh Commune, Tuyen Quang Province, are now illuminated by solar-powered streetlights supported by Plan International. The lighting has made travel more convenient and safer, while also expanding the space available for residents to socialise, play and connect after a day of work.
14:30 | 20/09/2026
Sports Bring Students, Families and Schools Together Viets Home

Sports Bring Students, Families and Schools Together

Lung Pu Semi-boarding Primary and Lower Secondary School held the sports festival “Together overcoming challenges” on September 17 in Tuyen Quang, creating a space for students to exercise, interact and strengthen connections with their peers, teachers and parents.
14:15 | 19/09/2026
Learning to Be Parents Viets Home

Learning to Be Parents

Being a parent is not simply about making sure children are well-fed and warmly dressed. It also means learning how to listen and understand, recognise potential risks, and protect children’s mental well-being. Through the U18 Parenting Club, part of the “Sports Spaces for Mental Health” project implemented by Plan International, many families are gradually changing the way they care for, educate and accompany their children.
18:14 | 18/09/2026
Ca Mau Launches 45-day Health Check-ups and Screenings Campaign for the Public Viets Home

Ca Mau Launches 45-day Health Check-ups and Screenings Campaign for the Public

The People's Committee of Phong Hiep Commune, Ca Mau Province, has launched a 45-day intensive campaign to provide periodic health check-ups and screenings for local residents. This initiative operationalizes Plan No. 198/KH-UBND of the Ca Mau People's Committee regarding periodic health check-ups and screenings for the residents during the 2026–2030 period.
08:20 | 18/09/2026
Steadfast Care Behind the Journey of Children Growing Up Viets Home

Steadfast Care Behind the Journey of Children Growing Up

For children whose fathers were police officers who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, having people stand by them over the years carries a special meaning. From Mid-Autumn Festival gifts to educational support, the “Together Toward a Brighter Future” program has helped give these children greater confidence as they take steps toward adulthood.
09:03 | 16/09/2026
Giving Wings to Ta Long’s Green Vegetable Dream Viets Home

Giving Wings to Ta Long’s Green Vegetable Dream

“I will grow sweet potato greens. I will pull out weeds and take care of the vegetable garden every day.” These are the words of Ho Thi Kim Hue, a student at Ta Long Ethnic Minority Semi-Boarding Lower Secondary School, after Plan International Viet Nam installed a 135-square-metre roofing system over the school’s vegetable garden.
08:52 | 16/09/2026
Lighting Way: Bringing Peace of Mind to A Tuc Highland Village Viets Home

Lighting Way: Bringing Peace of Mind to A Tuc Highland Village

Bringing light to remote villages deep in the Truong Son mountain range, contributing to security and national defence in border areas, while also promoting local socio-economic development - these are the practical values brought by the lighting project to residents of A Tuc Village (Lia Commune, Quang Province).
22:10 | 12/09/2026

Dutch chipmaker Nexperia partners with India's Tata

Dutch chipmaker Nexperia announced a far-reaching partnership with ‌Tata Electronics on Thursday to manufacture and package computer chips in India.
Dutch chipmaker Nexperia partners with India's Tata

Viet Nam Leads Growth Projections for Major ASEAN Economies

According to a new report by US-based Bain & Company, DBS Bank and Singapore-based Vriens & Partners, Viet Nam is projected to achieve average annual growth of 6.2% over the 10 years through 2035.
Viet Nam Leads Growth Projections for Major ASEAN Economies

Strengthening Domestic Capabilities, Expanding Growth Opportunities for Vietnamese Businesses

Investment in technology, quality improvement, and innovation is helping Vietnamese businesses gradually enhance their competitiveness and adapt more effectively to market changes.
Strengthening Domestic Capabilities, Expanding Growth Opportunities for Vietnamese Businesses

Viet Nam, India to Increase Trade Turnover of US $25 Billion

Viet Nam and India agreed to strengthen economic, defense and security, science and technology, people-to-people exchanges, and multilateral cooperation; while aiming to increase bilateral trade to US $25 billion.
Viet Nam, India to Increase Trade Turnover of US $25 Billion
Coast Guard Region 2 Launches IUU Fishing Crackdown Seas and islands

Coast Guard Region 2 Launches IUU Fishing Crackdown

Seas and islands
Coast Guard Region 2 Command on September 3 said that during the first days of the peak month for combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, Coast Guard Ship 4038 of Squadron 212, Coast Guard Flotilla 21, has intensified patrols and inspections in the southwestern waters, while combining these activities with legal awareness campaigns and guidance for fishermen to help prevent illegal fishing.
10:21 | 07/09/2026
Mobilizing Resources to Support Officers, Soldiers, and Residents in Border and Island Areas Seas and islands

Mobilizing Resources to Support Officers, Soldiers, and Residents in Border and Island Areas

Seas and islands
On August 24, the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Ho Chi Minh City said it had carried out a range of practical activities to support officers, soldiers and residents in border and island areas. The city has mobilised significant social resources to improve living and training conditions, while providing encouragement and strengthening the morale of forces stationed and performing duties along the nation’s borders and at sea.
09:41 | 26/08/2026
Navy Ship 743 Rescues Fisherman Adrift at Sea for Four Days Seas and islands

Navy Ship 743 Rescues Fisherman Adrift at Sea for Four Days

Seas and islands
After spotting a fisherman adrift at sea during the night amid rough seas and strong winds, officers and soldiers aboard Ship 743 of Naval Squadron 129 promptly approached, rescued and safely brought the victim aboard.
14:13 | 17/08/2026
Promoting Important Role of Vietnamese Youth in Japan Overseas Vietnamese

Promoting Important Role of Vietnamese Youth in Japan

The seminar titled "Vietnamese Youth in Japan – Resolution 23-NQ/TW, Promoting the Role of the Young Generation", co-organized by the Consulate General of Viet Nam in Osaka (Japan) and Viet Nam-Japan Cultural and Educational Cooperation Promotion Center (VJCE) was recently held in Japan.
14:27 | 17/09/2026
Vietnamese Language Classes Held at Multiple Locations in Poland Overseas Vietnamese

Vietnamese Language Classes Held at Multiple Locations in Poland

For the 2026-2027 school year, Lac Long Quan Vietnamese Language School in Poland plans to organize 14 in-person classes at three locations and maintain two online classes, enabling Vietnamese children living in different areas to continue learning and using the Vietnamese language.
15:46 | 07/09/2026
Viet Nam’s National Day Spirit Reaches Communities and International Friends Overseas Vietnamese

Viet Nam’s National Day Spirit Reaches Communities and International Friends

To mark the 81st National Day of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2026), numerous solemn and meaningful activities have been held, helping strengthen bonds among Vietnamese communities overseas while spreading the image of the country and its people to international friends.
14:41 | 06/09/2026
National Day Celebrations Abroad: Remembering History, Strengthening Community and Friendship Overseas Vietnamese

National Day Celebrations Abroad: Remembering History, Strengthening Community and Friendship

To mark the 81st anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day on September 2, numerous activities were held in Cuba, France, Macao (China), Tanzania and Mozambique, recalling the significance of national independence, commemorating President Ho Chi Minh, and strengthening bonds among the Vietnamese community and with local friends.
14:21 | 02/09/2026
UAE–India Defence Industry Forum begins in Abu Dhabi World

UAE–India Defence Industry Forum begins in Abu Dhabi

Event showcases Indian capabilities, links firms to UAE’s growing hub
07:00 | 20/09/2026
US Officials Praise Viet Nam’s Growth, Bilateral Ties World

US Officials Praise Viet Nam’s Growth, Bilateral Ties

The United States highly values Viet Nam’s development and bilateral relations, with the two countries seeking comprehensive cooperation in the areas of economics, security, culture and technology.
16:30 | 18/09/2026
India and Russia push to expand ties with more joint production including defense World

India and Russia push to expand ties with more joint production including defense

India and Russia are seeking to push one of Asia’s oldest defence relationships beyond arms sales and into a more technology-driven industrial partnership, analysts have said, with missile exports and fighter-jet offers emerging as early tests.
07:00 | 18/09/2026
India has become Russia's trade lifeline to a more diversified economic relationship World

India has become Russia's trade lifeline to a more diversified economic relationship

India and Russia are strengthening their economic partnership despite sanctions and global uncertainty.
07:00 | 14/09/2026
Vietnam Welcomes 6.5 Million Tourists During National Day Holiday Travel

Vietnam Welcomes 6.5 Million Tourists During National Day Holiday

According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, during the five-day National Day holiday from August 29 to September 2, the country’s tourism sector is estimated to have welcomed and served approximately 6.5 million tourist arrivals, an increase of 18.1% compared with the same period in 2025.
16:16 | 03/09/2026
Turning Vietnamese Cuisine into Tourism Asset Travel

Turning Vietnamese Cuisine into Tourism Asset

Vietnam topped the list of the world’s 10 most attractive culinary destinations for 2026, as voted by readers of The New Zealand Herald, surpassing countries renowned for their cuisine such as Italy, Japan, Thailand, and France.
10:23 | 26/08/2026
Vietnam Tightens Tourism Safety Measures Amid Flood Risks Travel

Vietnam Tightens Tourism Safety Measures Amid Flood Risks

On August 22, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism issued an official dispatch to the People’s Committees of Cao Bang, Lang Son, Quang Ninh, Thai Nguyen, Tuyen Quang, Lao Cai, Phu Tho, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Son La, Hanoi, Hai Phong, Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, Ninh Binh and Thanh Hoa provinces and cities, requesting strengthened tourism management and measures to ensure tourist safety.
15:54 | 24/08/2026
Explore Central Vietnam Aboard the Hue-Phong Nha Heritage Train Travel

Explore Central Vietnam Aboard the Hue-Phong Nha Heritage Train

On the occasion of Vietnam’s National Day holiday on September 2, Vietnam National Railways officially launched the HQ1/HQ2 pair of heritage trains connecting Hue and Phong Nha under the theme “Journey to Wonders - World Heritage Sites.”
21:42 | 23/08/2026

Vietnamese Artists Join International Art Exchange in Bangkok

From August 28 to September 3, a series of artistic exchange, creative practice and exhibition activities took place at 333 Gallery in Bangkok, Thailand, bringing together artists from Vietnam, Russia and Thailand.
Vietnamese Artists Join International Art Exchange in Bangkok

Hanoi Offers Free Bus and Train Rides for Independence Day Holiday

From August 29 to September 2, Hanoi offers free rides on buses and two urban railway lines, while also deploying additional transport arrangements to meet the travel needs of residents and tourists.
Hanoi Offers Free Bus and Train Rides for Independence Day Holiday

Many Activities to Celebrate National Day

On the occasion of the 81st anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945-September 2, 2026), Hanoi will hold fireworks displays at five locations, along with a wide range of vibrant programs and experiential activities in various areas to serve residents and visitors.
Many Activities to Celebrate National Day

Vietnam Introduces New Rules for Foreigners’ Entry and Residence

Law No. 118/2025/QH15, amending and supplementing a number of provisions of 10 laws related to security and public order, took effect on July 1, 2026. The law introduces a number of important amendments and supplements to the Law on entry into, exit from, transit through, and residence in Vietnam of foreigners. The new regulations focus on improving visa policies, facilitating entry into and residence in Vietnam for foreigners, accelerating digital transformation, reducing administrative procedures, while ensuring state management requirements concerning security and public order in the new situation.
Vietnam Introduces New Rules for Foreigners’ Entry and Residence
Young People Contribute to Disaster Preparedness in Quang Tri Multimedia

Young People Contribute to Disaster Preparedness in Quang Tri

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Young people in Khe Sanh have participated in training, community consultations and field surveys to support efforts to identify flash flood and landslide risks in their communities.
15:29 | 17/09/2026
National Programme on Child Protection Launched Multimedia

National Programme on Child Protection Launched

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On September 11 in Hanoi, the Ministry of Health launched the National Programme on Child Protection and Prevention and Reduction of Child Labour for 2026-2030.
17:18 | 11/09/2026
[Infographic] From “Receiving Aid” to “Shaping Development Partnerships” Multimedia

[Infographic] From “Receiving Aid” to “Shaping Development Partnerships”

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The Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations has proactively and actively served as a bridge between foreign non-governmental organisations and ministries, sectors, organisations and localities, promoting cooperation aligned with the country’s development priorities.
15:16 | 10/09/2026
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