National
Top Leader Urges Unified Action to Implement Party Central Committee's Strategic Decisions
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam urged the entire Party and political system to firmly grasp the guiding principles, new elements and interconnections among the Party Central Committee's decisions and strategic shifts, stressing that correct understanding is the foundation for unified action.
Friendship
Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Friendship Association for 2026-2031 Term: Prioritize Connections Among Localities, Businesses, and Universities
During the 2026-2031 term, the Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Friendship Association has identified expanding its network of partners and strengthening exchanges in culture, education, Buddhism, and tourism as key priorities. In the coming time, the Association has been encouraged to promote connections among localities, businesses, and universities in the two countries.
Overseas Vietnamese
New Common Home Strengthens the Vietnamese Community in Republic of Korea
The Vietnamese Association in Asan City serves as a common home that brings the community together and supports members in settling their lives and integrating into local society, while contributing to stronger people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and Republic of Korea.
Promoting Vietnam-Romania Educational Cooperation
On July 29 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) hosted a meeting and exchange with a delegation from the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest (Romania) during the delegation's working visit to Vietnam. The event contributed to strengthening connections among educational institutions, alumni, and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries.
15:39 | 29/07/2026
Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Friendship Association for 2026-2031 Term: Prioritize Connections Among Localities, Businesses, and Universities
During the 2026-2031 term, the Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Friendship Association has identified expanding its network of partners and strengthening exchanges in culture, education, Buddhism, and tourism as key priorities. In the coming time, the Association has been encouraged to promote connections among localities, businesses, and universities in the two countries.
10:35 | 29/07/2026
Strengthening People-to-People Ties, Unlocking Viet Nam-Iran Cooperation Potential
On July 24 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Viet Nam Akbar Ghasemi Ali Abadi. The two sides reaffirmed the importance they attach to the Viet Nam-Iran friendship and agreed to step up people-to-people exchanges, expand connections among localities, businesses, and organizations of the two countries, and contribute to advancing bilateral relations in a more substantive manner commensurate with their potential.
15:57 | 25/07/2026
Promoting Vietnam-Palestine Traditional Friendship through People-to-People Diplomacy
On July 22 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Palestine to Vietnam Shadi Abu Zarqa. In a warm and trusting atmosphere, the two sides reaffirmed the importance they attach to the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Palestine and exchanged views on directions for strengthening cooperation in the coming period.
10:50 | 23/07/2026
National
Top Leader Urges Unified Action to Implement Party Central Committee's Strategic Decisions
National
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam urged the entire Party and political system to firmly grasp the guiding principles, new elements and interconnections among the Party Central Committee's decisions and strategic shifts, stressing that correct understanding is the foundation for unified action.
14:19 | 29/07/2026
National
Do Thi Thu Thao Re-elected as VRCS President for 2026-2031 Tenure
National
Do Thi Thu Thao, Secretary of the Party Committee of the Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRCS)’s Central Committee, was re-elected as President of the 12th VRCS Central Committee for the 2026-2031 tenure at its first session in Hanoi on July 28.
09:49 | 29/07/2026
National
Vietnam News Today (July 29): Vietnam and Cambodia Deepen Ties with Focus on Economic Connectivity
National
Vietnam News Today (July 29): Vietnam always gives top priority to strengthening relations with Laos; Vietnam and Cambodia deepen ties with focus on economic connectivity; Vietnam, Australia expand cooperation in high-quality human resources development; IMF backs Vietnam's double-digit growth ambition, pledges continued support.
09:46 | 29/07/2026
Friendship
Promoting Vietnam-Romania Educational Cooperation
On July 29 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) hosted a meeting and exchange with a delegation from the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest (Romania) during the delegation's working visit to Vietnam. The event contributed to strengthening connections among educational institutions, alumni, and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries.
15:39 | 29/07/2026
Friendship
Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Children's Festival Fosters Solidarity Through Meaningful Experiences
A total of 120 child delegates from Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia are taking part in the 8th Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Children's Festival 2026, themed "Circle of Friendship", which officially opened on July 28 in Ho Chi Minh City.
14:09 | 29/07/2026
Friendship
Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Friendship Association for 2026-2031 Term: Prioritize Connections Among Localities, Businesses, and Universities
During the 2026-2031 term, the Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Friendship Association has identified expanding its network of partners and strengthening exchanges in culture, education, Buddhism, and tourism as key priorities. In the coming time, the Association has been encouraged to promote connections among localities, businesses, and universities in the two countries.
10:35 | 29/07/2026
Friendship
Memories of Mother Melba
For many generations of Vietnamese who lived, studied, and worked in Cuba, revolutionary heroine Melba Hernández was also “Mami Melba” - a woman who called them her children, cared for them with warmth, and held a profound affection for Vietnam. The stories shared at a memorial ceremony in Hanoi on July 24, marking the 105th anniversary of her birth, brought to life the image of a kind and devoted Mother Melba whose legacy has endured across generations.
15:30 | 28/07/2026
Viets Home
Memories That Lead Vietnam’s Fallen Soldiers Home
Many searches for the remains of Vietnamese fallen soldiers in Cambodia do not begin with maps or military records, but with the memories of local people. Decades later, those memories continue to quietly guide search teams, helping bring the fallen home while further strengthening the enduring friendship between the peoples of Vietnam and Cambodia.
15:04 | 29/07/2026
Viets Home
Promoting Quantum Technology Development Cooperation In Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian countries have both shared opportunities and challenges in developing human resources, research infrastructure, cooperation with businesses, and policy framework completion.
11:04 | 29/07/2026
Viets Home
Cao Bang Receives Over VND 64 Billion in Donations for Social Welfare Programs
In the first six months of 2026, the "For the Poor" Fund of Cao Bang Province received more than VND 64 billion in contributions from government agencies, organizations, businesses, and individuals both within and outside the province to support social welfare programs.
15:58 | 28/07/2026
Viets Home
What Ensures Fairness Behind Every “Scratch & Win Instantly” Promotional Code?
Behind every promotional code printed beneath a bottle label is a carefully designed system built to ensure randomness, transparency, and fairness.
15:37 | 28/07/2026
Viets Home
Nghe An Targets Gathering of 180 Martyrs’ Remains in 2026-2027 Dry Season
During the 2026-2027 dry season and 2027, Nghe An province aims to gather 180 sets of martyrs’ remains from within Vietnam and abroad, while planning to complete samples from unidentified remains in October 2026, ahead of the 80th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs’ Day.
09:16 | 28/07/2026
Viets Home
Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology Ramps up Scientific Diplomacy
From July 19-23, during their working visit to the Republic of Austria, the delegation from the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology carried out scientific and people-to-people diplomacy activities with an aim to expand international cooperation and connect the Vietnamese scientific community and intellectuals abroad.
09:25 | 27/07/2026
Viets Home
Plan International Vietnam Supports Students in Flood-affected Areas in Lai Chau
Plan International Vietnam has sent an emergency support package worth VND 350 million to students of Phuc Than Primary School and Phuc Than Kindergarten in Muong Than commune, Lai Chau province, following the severe damage caused by flash floods.
11:30 | 26/07/2026
Viets Home
Gia Lai Provides VND 2 Billion to Lai Chau for Disaster Recovery
Upholding the tradition of solidarity, mutual support and compassion, and in the spirit of sharing with a locality severely affected by flash floods, torrential floods and landslides in Lai Chau province, Gia Lai province has allocated VND 2 billion from its Provincial Relief Fund to help the province recover from the disaster and enable affected residents to stabilize their lives as soon as possible.
14:27 | 24/07/2026
Vietnam, Bulgaria Expand Cooperation in Medical Education, Scientific Research and Pharmaceuticals
Through diverse and effective activities, the working visit by the delegation of Hanoi Medical University to Bulgaria has contributed to expanding cooperation among educational institutions, hospitals and enterprises of Vietnam and Bulgaria in education, scientific research, technology transfer and the development of high-quality healthcare human resources.
Vietnamese and Chinese Customs Strengthen Cooperation to Combat Cross-Border Smuggling
To implement the mutual understandings reached by the senior leaders of the two countries, Vietnam Customs and the General Administration of Customs of China have agreed to strengthen cooperation in investigations and efforts to combat smuggling and trade fraud while enhancing information exchange, coordinated inspections, and law enforcement against cross-border crimes.
Vietnam and Germany Promote Opening Direct Air Routes
Promoting aviation connectivity between Vietnam and Germany would carry not only political and diplomatic significance but also help advance economic, trade, and investment cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and particularly tourism between the two countries.
India To Finance UN Portal To Strengthen Global ICT Security Cooperation
New Delhi pledges full financialsupport for a UN cyber securityplatform aimed at helping developing nations enhance digital resilience, with CERT-In to provide technical expertise.
Seas and islands
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Updates on Rescue Efforts after Khoi Nguyen 18 Vessel Sinks at Sea
Seas and islands
According to information from Vietnam's competent authorities, the Khoi Nguyen 18 vessel, carrying 62 people, sank while operating in adverse weather conditions in the East Sea.
09:19 | 28/07/2026
Seas and islands
Vietnam Reaffirms Goodwill in Adhering to 1982 UNCLOS
Seas and islands
Vietnam has reaffirmed its commitment to the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and called for disputes in the East Sea to be resolved through peaceful means, cooperation and full respect for international law, diplomatic processes and legal mechanisms.
14:00 | 13/07/2026
Seas and islands
Naval Region 4 Handed Over Four Houses to Policy Beneficiary Families
Seas and islands
The Naval Region 4 Command, in coordination with local Party committees and authorities of Bac Ai and Bac Ai Tay communes of Khanh Hoa Province, held a ceremony to inaugurate and hand over four newly built houses to families whose parents participated in the resistance war and were exposed to Agent Orange on the afternoon of July 7.
09:16 | 09/07/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
New Common Home Strengthens the Vietnamese Community in Republic of Korea
The Vietnamese Association in Asan City serves as a common home that brings the community together and supports members in settling their lives and integrating into local society, while contributing to stronger people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and Republic of Korea.
11:05 | 28/07/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Overseas Vietnamese in Germany Hold Ceremony Honoring Fallen Heroes and Martyrs
The Union of Vietnamese Women's Associations in Germany, in coordination with Pho Da Pagoda, organized a grand requiem ceremony in remembrance of fallen heroes and martyrs, along with a tribute program honoring relatives of martyrs' families living in Germany.
09:22 | 28/07/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnamese Knowledge Network launched in New Zealand
The Vietnamese Knowledge Network in New Zealand (VietKnowledge NZ - VKNZ) is expected to connect and harness the intellectual resources of the Vietnamese community, strengthen community ties, promote people-to-people cooperation, and make positive contributions to the development of both Vietnam and New Zealand.
11:35 | 26/07/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Young Overseas Vietnamese Learn about Homeland's Sea and Islands
On July 23, 100 outstanding Vietnamese expatriate youth and students, who are participating in the Vietnam Summer Camp 2026, visited and interacted with the Naval Academy in Khanh Hoa.
11:32 | 26/07/2026
World
Vietnam Seeks Continued WTO and WEF Support to Strengthen Integration Capacity
During working meetings with leaders of the WTO and the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Switzerland, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang called for continued support to help Vietnam strengthen its integration capacity, attract investment, and develop new growth drivers.
11:16 | 29/07/2026
World
Countries cooperate for strengthening of maritime security in the Indian Ocean region
With over 90% of the country's trade by volume relying on safe Sea Lines of Communication, the South African Navy is upgrading its Maritime Domain Awareness through integrated coastal radar networks and satellite monitoring.
07:00 | 29/07/2026
World
China Ready to Strengthen Cooperation with ASEAN: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on July 21 that, as the most important pillar of stability in the region, China stands ready to strengthen cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
14:16 | 23/07/2026
World
ASEAN, India reaffirm commitment to strengthening longstanding partnership
Since the establishment of our dialogue relations 34 years ago, this partnership has continued to grow,' says Philippine foreign affairs secretary
09:00 | 23/07/2026
Travel
“Cham Lung Cu” Strengthens Tourism Appeal in Vietnam’s Northernmost Region
The “Cham Lung Cu” check-in site in Tuyen Quang province contributes to diversifying tourism products and enhancing the appeal of Vietnam’s far northern region.
10:58 | 29/07/2026
Travel
Implement Transnational Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Tourism Programme
The move aims to strengthen tourism cooperation among the three countries, assess the current situation, and identify difficulties in connecting tour routes to propose measures to promote tourism development in the coming period.
11:14 | 28/07/2026
Travel
Hanoi Ranks Among World’s Cities With Friendliest Customer Service
The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism has announced that Hanoi has continued making its mark by ranking second among the world’s 10 cities with the friendliest customer service ranking released by UK-based financial platform MoneySuperMarket.
16:05 | 27/07/2026
Travel
Bai Da Nhay - Unmissable Stop Along Vietnam’s Central Coast
With no bustling amusement parks or lively entertainment services, Bai Da Nhay attracts visitors through the untouched beauty of nature itself.
14:06 | 24/07/2026
Opera Masterpiece "La Traviata" to Be Staged in Vietnam with More Than 100 Italian Artists
La Traviata - Giuseppe Verdi’s more than 170-year-old opera masterpiece - will first be staged by Ho Guom Opera House in coordination with Giuseppe Verdi Trieste Opera House and performed by more than 100 Italian artists on July 30 and 31, 2026.
New VAT Refund Rules for Goods Purchased by Foreigners and Overseas Vietnamese upon Departure from Vietnam
The Minister of Finance has issued Circular No. 84/2026/TT-BTC stipulating value-added tax (VAT) refunds for goods purchased in Vietnam by foreigners and overseas Vietnamese and carried with them upon exit.
Conclusion No. 57-KL/TW: Highest Priority to the Search, Recovery, and Identification of Fallen Soldiers' Remains
On behalf of the Secretariat, Tran Cam Tu, Politburo Member and Standing Member of the Secretariat, signed and promulgated Conclusion No. 57-KL/TW, dated June 24, 2026, on the organization of activities in preparation for the 80th Anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 - July 27, 2027).
Elderly to Receive Free Annual Health Check-ups at Least Once a Year In Vietnam
Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra has signed Decision No. 1116/QĐ-TTg dated June 22, 2026, issued by the Prime Minister, which amends and supplements Decision No. 1579/QĐ-TTg dated October 13, 2020, approving the Program on Elderly Care to 2030.
Multimedia
Da Nang Hospital Launches Central Vietnam’s First Child Protection Board
Multimedia
Da Nang Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital has launched the first Child Protection Board in a hospital in Central Vietnam, along with a dedicated Child Counseling and Support Room.
12:21 | 25/06/2026
Multimedia
Exhibition Celebrates 80 Years of Italian Women’s Stories and Achievements
Multimedia
A photo and documentary exhibition celebrating the achievements and contributions of Italian women over the past eight decades opened at Casa Italia on June 11, offering Vietnamese and international audiences a glimpse into Italy’s social transformation through the stories of women. The event forms part of activities marking the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic.
07:16 | 12/06/2026
Multimedia
Children and Youth Showcase Climate Action Initiatives at World of Childhood Festival
Multimedia
The exhibition "Children and Youth Taking Action on Climate Change" was organized by the Central Council of the Ho Chi Minh Young Pioneer Organization in collaboration with Plan International Vietnam.
15:17 | 02/06/2026
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