Friendship
Lao Media Affirms Special Relationship between Vietnam and Laos
The editorial says the historical milestones demonstrate and reaffirm that the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between the two Parties, States and peoples will continue to develop and deepen in the years ahead.
Economy
Vietnam and Myanmar Expand Opportunities for Economic, Trade and Investment Cooperation
Vietnamese businesses operating in Myanmar should strengthen coordination with the Vietnamese Embassy in carrying out economic diplomacy activities, thereby expanding opportunities for cooperation and contributing to Vietnam's goal of achieving double-digit economic growth in the coming period.
Economy
US to Promote Agricultural Exports to Vietnam
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has identified Vietnam as the seventh-largest export market for US agricultural products, with exports valued at US$5.6 billion, while also ranking as Vietnam's second-largest supplier of agricultural products.
Quang Ninh To Host 2027 APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting
Vice Chairman of the Quang Ninh People's Committee affirmed that the APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting would be an important political event, contributing to promoting the image of Quang Ninh to international friends.
15:27 | 21/07/2026
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
Ambassador Choi Young Sam Awarded “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” Medal
During his tenure in Vietnam, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Vietnam Choi Young Sam has made significant contributions to promoting friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea. Through his support for high-level visits and efforts to strengthen connections among localities, businesses, and people of the two countries, the Ambassador has helped deepen the Vietnam-Republic of Korea Comprehensive Strategic Partnership while expanding cooperation in people-to-people exchanges. In recognition of these contributions, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations presented him with the “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” Medal at a ceremony held in Hanoi on July 14.
09:00 | 15/07/2026
Friends of Project RENEW Continues Supporting War Consequence Remediation Efforts in Viet Nam
Representatives of Friends of Project RENEW (FPR) affirmed their commitment to mobilizing additional resources to sustain and expand the organization's activities in Viet Nam, while strengthening cooperation in areas such as mine action and the application of science and technology to humanitarian work.
16:08 | 10/07/2026
National
Vietnam, China Step Up Bilateral Cooperation
National
The two ministers agreed to continue seriously and effectively implementing important common perceptions reached by the top leaders of the two Parties and countries; promote the strategic guiding role of high-level exchanges; and advance the building of the Vietnam-China Community with a shared future that carries strategic significance in an increasingly practical and profound manner in accordance with the “six major orientations”.
14:26 | 23/07/2026
National
VNeID Adds Feature for Searching Information on Fallen Soldiers' Family Members
National
The Department of Administrative Management of Social Order under the Ministry of Public Security has introduced a new feature on the VNeID application that allows users to search for information on the family members of fallen soldiers.
11:28 | 23/07/2026
National
Vietnam News Today (July 23): Vietnam Promotes Ties With Canada, New Zealand at AMM-59
National
Vietnam News Today (July 23): Vietnam pledges to advance ASEAN-Russia cooperation as new coordinator; Vietnam promotes ties with Canada, New Zealand at AMM-59; Vietnam and Japan enhance political trust, Comprehensive Strategic Partnership; Vietnam, Australia agree to deepen cooperation in priority areas.
10:18 | 23/07/2026
Friendship
Lao Media Affirms Special Relationship between Vietnam and Laos
The editorial says the historical milestones demonstrate and reaffirm that the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between the two Parties, States and peoples will continue to develop and deepen in the years ahead.
08:30 | 24/07/2026
Friendship
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
Friendship
Promoting Vietnam-RoK People-to-People Relations
From July 19-21, a delegation from the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), led by Vice President Hoang Cong Thuy, paid a working visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK), contributing to the promotion of people-to-people diplomacy and strengthening connections with the Vietnamese community of entrepreneurs, experts, and intellectuals in the country.
15:31 | 22/07/2026
Friendship
Friendship Order Conferred on Peter Jankowitsch and Austria-Vietnam Society
Peter Jankowitsch, Honorary President of the Austria-Vietnam Society and former Austrian Foreign Minister, together with the Austria-Vietnam Society, has made significant contributions to strengthening and developing the friendship between the peoples of Vietnam and Austria.
14:12 | 21/07/2026
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
Viets Home
Vietnam Allocates VND 50 Billion to Lai Chau for Post-Flood Recovery
On July 20, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang signed Decision No. 1316/QD-TTg, approving VND 50 billion (approximately USD 1.9 million) from the 2026 central budget contingency fund to support Lai Chau Province in carrying out urgent disaster recovery efforts following recent floods.
10:12 | 21/07/2026
Viets Home
Da Nang Contributes VND 1 Billion to Quang Tri's Gratitude Fund
To mark the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 - July 27, 2026), a delegation from Da Nang visited Quang Tri province on July 17 and presented VND 1 billion to the province's "Gratitude Fund" (Den On, Dap Nghia Fund).
09:14 | 21/07/2026
Viets Home
Vietnamese Intellect Showcased at International Economics Olympiad 2026
Consul General of Vietnam in Guangzhou Nguyen Viet Dung recently received the Vietnamese national team participating in the 2026 International Economics Olympiad (IEO) in Shenzhen, China. At the reception, he encouraged the country's tradition of academic excellence and the younger generation's aspiration to reach new heights.
15:31 | 20/07/2026
Viets Home
Hanoi Steps Up Care for People with Meritorious Service
To mark the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs' Day (July 27) and the 81st anniversary of National Day (September 2), Hanoi has launched a range of practical activities to express gratitude to people with meritorious service to the revolution, including free health check-ups, medical consultations, visits, and gift presentations, contributing to improving both the material and spiritual well-being of policy beneficiaries.
15:21 | 20/07/2026
Viets Home
Lai Chau Calls for Support to Help Residents Recover from Flood Damage
In response to the severe damage caused by torrential rains, flash floods, and landslides in July 2026, the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Lai Chau Province has called on organizations, businesses, and benefactors to join efforts in helping affected residents stabilize their lives, restore production, and rebuild their livelihoods.
11:33 | 20/07/2026
Viets Home
Vietnam to Host Its First International Olympiad in AI
On July 17 in Hanoi, the National Innovation Center (NIC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, Meta Group, and other partners, officially launched the Vietnam AI Innovation Challenge 2026 (VAIC) and the 2027 International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad. This marks the first time Vietnam will host an international Olympiad dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI), underscoring the country’s growing role in global innovation and technological advancement.
17:43 | 19/07/2026
Viets Home
Dak Lak, Mondulkiri Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Cooperation
The Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Dak Lak province and the Cambodian Fatherland Front for Solidarity and Development of Mondulkiri province recently held a conference to summarize the Memorandum of Cooperation for the period 2024-2026 and signed a Memorandum of Cooperation for the period 2026-2028.
17:29 | 19/07/2026
From Mexico to Hong Kong, Jose Manuel Cervantes Sanchez is Building Bridges Through Media at CUHK
As the media industry becomes increasingly global and interconnected, students are seeking education that spans cultures and markets. For Jose Manuel Cervantes Sanchez, a scholarship recipient from Mexico, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) offers a platform to do exactly that.
Escape the Heat: Journey from Vietnam to Guizhou's 23°C Summer Paradise
As July brings scorching heat to Vietnam, Guizhou enjoys a refreshing breeze. Recently, a group of Vietnamese travel merchants and tourism influencers landed at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport, embarking on a journey to explore Guizhou. Known as a "Green Kingdom" steeped in natural beauty and rich culture, Guizhou is redefining summer travel for Vietnamese tourists with its cool 23°C climate, world-class landscapes, and vibrant local lifestyle.
Vietnam and Myanmar Expand Opportunities for Economic, Trade and Investment Cooperation
Vietnamese businesses operating in Myanmar should strengthen coordination with the Vietnamese Embassy in carrying out economic diplomacy activities, thereby expanding opportunities for cooperation and contributing to Vietnam's goal of achieving double-digit economic growth in the coming period.
US to Promote Agricultural Exports to Vietnam
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has identified Vietnam as the seventh-largest export market for US agricultural products, with exports valued at US$5.6 billion, while also ranking as Vietnam's second-largest supplier of agricultural products.
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
Seas and islands
Truong Sa: Every Family a “Living Landmark” on the Frontline of the Sea
Seas and islands
On the occasion of Vietnamese Family Day (June 28), stories from households in the Truong Sa Special Zone highlight how family bonds on these remote islands extend far beyond individual homes. They are strengthened by comradeship, solidarity between the military and civilians, and mutual support, providing a firm foundation for both soldiers and residents as they safeguard the nation's maritime frontier.
10:45 | 30/06/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
"Journey to the Roots 2026" Connects Vietnamese Students in Thailand with Ho Chi Minh’s Legacy
On July 18 and 19, the Party cell of overseas Vietnamese students and the Vietnamese Student Association in Thailand organised the “Journey to the roots 2026 - Tracing Thau Chin’s footsteps” programme, with the participation of many overseas Vietnamese students in Thailand.
10:36 | 23/07/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnam Showcases Culture at Germany’s Augsburg Multicultural Summer Festival 2026
On July 18, the Vietnamese community in Bavaria (Bayern), southern Germany, took part in the Augsburg Multicultural Summer Festival 2026 as the guest of honour, contributing to promoting the image of Vietnam and its people, and strengthening people-to-people exchanges.
14:04 | 20/07/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
VJCE Expands Educational, Cultural, and People-to-People Exchanges Between Vietnam and Japan
On July 18, the Vietnam-Japan Center for Cultural and Educational Cooperation Promotion (VJCE) officially inaugurated its representative office in Hanoi, marking a new phase in fostering educational, cultural, and people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and Japan.
10:10 | 20/07/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnamese Culture Introduced to International Public at Hong Kong Book Fair
Vietnam is showcasing its rich cultural heritage, tourism and cuisine at the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair, which opened at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center (China) on July 15 and runs through July 21.
17:47 | 19/07/2026
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
World
UNESCO Adopts Busan Declaration for Global Heritage Preservation
On July 20, the World Heritage Committee under the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) adopted the Busan Declaration calling for international cooperation in solving increasing threats to cultural and natural heritage worldwide.
13:57 | 21/07/2026
World
India expands technology partnerships through foreign engagement
Over the past few weeks, India’s foreign policy moves have included a substantive focus on bolstering tech partnerships.
07:00 | 21/07/2026
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
Travel
Vietnam Remains Second Most Popular Destination for Korean Tourists
According to data released by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) in July 2026, Vietnam ranked second among overseas destinations selected by Korean tourists, behind only Japan.
13:49 | 24/07/2026
Travel
Hanoi Ranks Among World’s Friendliest Destinations for International Tourists
The Star of Malaysia reported that MoneySuperMarket website had released a list of “10 cities with friendliest customer services in the world”. Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, is the only Southeast Asian destination to make the top 10 and rank second globally. Hanoi is depicted as a city with friendly staff and high-quality customer service for visitors.
14:27 | 20/07/2026
Travel
"Discover Moscow" - Tourism Information Ecosystem Launches Vietnamese Version Platform
With a Vietnamese tourism promotion page, Moscow is demonstrating its growing interest in the Vietnamese market to create a more comfortable, accessible, and personalised destination experience.
16:01 | 16/07/2026
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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