Friendship
Aris Alip: The Filipino Friend Who Helped Build the TYM Fund
More than three decades ago, Dr. Jaime Aristotle B. Alip, known as Aris Alip, a Filipino microfinance expert, helped lay the foundations for the Tinh Thuong Microfinance Institution (TYM), expanding poor Vietnamese women's access to capital and opportunities to develop sustainable livelihoods. Through their initial cooperation, he built lasting relationships with Vietnamese organizations and friends.
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnamese Cuisine Builds Cultural Bridges in Hwaseong
The 3rd World Food Culture Festival was held on October 18 in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, the Republic of Korea (RoK), with Viet Nam as its main theme. The event provided a platform for the Vietnamese community to showcase its cuisine and traditional culture while strengthening exchanges with local residents.
Overseas Vietnamese
Fukuoka to Host “Vietnamese Village” at 2026 Unity Festival
The 2nd Great National Unity Festival for the Vietnamese Community Overseas in Fukuoka, Japan, will take place on November 14-15, featuring the “Vietnamese Village in Fukuoka.” The cultural space will showcase regional traditions, the Vietnamese language, cuisine and stories of the homeland to Vietnamese residents and the Japanese public.
Spreading Responsibility for Safeguarding Party’s Ideological Foundation from Viet Nam to International Community
On October 19 in Hanoi, the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front and Central Mass Organizations held a closing ceremony and award presentation for the second Political Essay Contest on Safeguarding the Party’s Ideological Foundation, 2026. The contest attracted 10,220 entries, a 16-fold increase from the previous year, with broad participation from officials, Party members, Youth Union members, members of mass organizations, Vietnamese living abroad and international friends.
09:47 | 20/10/2026
Deputy Minister of Justice Nguyen Thanh Tu Elected President of Viet Nam-Sweden Friendship Association for 2026-2031 Term
On September 30 in Hanoi, the 6th National Congress of the Viet Nam-Sweden Friendship Association for the 2026-2031 term elected Nguyen Thanh Tu, Deputy Minister of Justice, as President of the Association. For the new term, the Association has identified the need to strongly renew its content and methods of operation, expanding from friendship exchanges to substantive connections and cooperation that deliver concrete results.
17:02 | 01/10/2026
Opening of 14th Viet Nam-China People’s Forum: Joining Hands and Moving Forward Together to Build Community with Shared Future
On September 20, the opening ceremony of the 14th Vietnam–China People’s Forum was held in Wuyi Mountain, Nanping City, Fujian Province, China, under the theme “Joining hands and moving forward together to build a Viet Nam-China community with a shared future of strategic significance at a higher level.” The forum brought together a large number of experts and researchers from theoretical agencies, Party schools, academies, news agencies and media organizations, as well as the business communities of both countries.
10:07 | 21/09/2026
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
National
Top Vietnamese Leader Receives Denmark’s Highest-Ranked Honour
National
General Secretary and President Lam said he wishes to dedicate this great honour to the Vietnamese people, generations of Vietnamese and Danish people who laid the foundations for and have nurtured the two countries’ friendship over the past 55 years, and those in both countries who are carrying this legacy forward and ushering bilateral relations into a new chapter of development.
09:16 | 20/10/2026
National
Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 20): Top Leader Arrives in Copenhagen, Beginning State Visit to Denmark
National
Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 20): Top leader arrives in Copenhagen, beginning State visit to Denmark; A bright spot in friendly relations and cooperation between Viet Nam and the EU; 800-year Viet Nam–RoK historical bond opens new chapter for cultural ties; Viet Nam–EFTA Free Trade Agreement targeted for implementation in 2027.
09:10 | 20/10/2026
National
Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 19): Vietnam Seeks to Expand Trade Ties With New Markets in Middle East
National
Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 19): Vietnam, Iceland boost economic, trade, investment ties; Vietnam seeks to expand trade ties with new markets in Middle East; Vietnam and EFTA pen landmark free trade agreement in Hanoi; Viet Nam climbs GII rankings: Turning innovation into competitiveness.
09:06 | 19/10/2026
Friendship
Aris Alip: The Filipino Friend Who Helped Build the TYM Fund
More than three decades ago, Dr. Jaime Aristotle B. Alip, known as Aris Alip, a Filipino microfinance expert, helped lay the foundations for the Tinh Thuong Microfinance Institution (TYM), expanding poor Vietnamese women's access to capital and opportunities to develop sustainable livelihoods. Through their initial cooperation, he built lasting relationships with Vietnamese organizations and friends.
10:21 | 21/10/2026
Friendship
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Wins Seven Awards in Party Ideological Foundation Protection Contest
Four of the seven winning entries were submitted by authors from Russia, Brazil, Switzerland and India. The Party Committee of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations was awarded a Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Collective Performance.
15:18 | 20/10/2026
Friendship
Spreading Responsibility for Safeguarding Party’s Ideological Foundation from Viet Nam to International Community
On October 19 in Hanoi, the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front and Central Mass Organizations held a closing ceremony and award presentation for the second Political Essay Contest on Safeguarding the Party’s Ideological Foundation, 2026. The contest attracted 10,220 entries, a 16-fold increase from the previous year, with broad participation from officials, Party members, Youth Union members, members of mass organizations, Vietnamese living abroad and international friends.
09:47 | 20/10/2026
Friendship
DAFO Launches Activities to Promote Responsible Business Practices
On October 15, the Da Nang Union of Friendship Organizations (DAFO), in collaboration with the Viet Nam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) for the Central and Central Highlands regions and Catalyste+ (Canada), convened the first consultation on the development and refinement of a Responsible Business Practices (RBP) Index. The Index is intended for adoption within the city’s business community, serving as a framework to promote ethical standards and sustainable practices among enterprises.
15:07 | 17/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
Learning to Livestream Agricultural Products
Farmers from groups and cooperatives in Ca Mau, An Giang, Can Tho and other localities are learning to promote their products on social media by introducing their local rice, dried fish and other specialties directly in front of a phone camera. Their first livestreaming sessions have helped build confidence, but there is still much for them to learn and organise to sustain the activity once they return to their local communities.
16:42 | 20/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
Italian Ambassador to Viet Nam: Culture Brings Peoples of Two Countries Closer Together
Culture has the power to connect people directly, transcending differences in language and geographical distance. Speaking to a reporter from Viet Nam Times Magazine at a press conference for Italian Film Week on October 19, Italian Ambassador to Viet Nam Marco Della Seta shared his views on the role of culture, education and younger generations in people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. He also revealed that the Embassy is promoting the establishment of an Italian Cultural Centre in Hanoi.
15:36 | 20/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
The Joy of Work for Agent Orange Victims
Livelihood loans enable people affected by Agent Orange to engage in farming and animal husbandry, while scholarships and suitable working environments help others pursue their chosen professions. With jobs and incomes, they are also better able to manage their lives independently and provide for their families.
14:46 | 20/10/2026
Expats in Vietnam
Football and Friendship Unite 20 International Teams in Hanoi
ISA 7s World Cup - Hanoi 2026, an international seven-a-side football tournament, will take place on October 31 and November 1 at Hoang Mai Stadium in Hanoi, bringing together 20 teams representing international communities in Vietnam to celebrate cultural diversity, international friendship and the unifying power of football.
17:54 | 17/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
Over 2,300 Hai Phong Students Gain Access to STEAM Learning Spaces and Psychological Counseling
On October 14 in Hai Phong, World Vision International in Viet Nam and KB Securities inaugurated the “Rainbow Classroom” project, introducing STEAM learning spaces and psychological counseling services to three schools, thereby supporting over 2,300 students and enhancing the skills of 50 teachers.
15:12 | 17/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
260 Households in Lai Chau Receive Emergency Aid Following Floods and Landslides
On October 14-15, World Vision International in Viet Nam, in partnership with the Lai Chau Red Cross Society, delivered emergency assistance to 260 households affected by floods and landslides in Dao San and Si Lo Lau communes. Each household received VND 4 million in support to help meet essential needs and aid recovery efforts following the disaster.
15:09 | 17/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
Bringing Disaster Preparedness Skills into Schools
On October 13 in Thanh Hoa Province, Save the Children International, in coordination with Hong Duc University, held a communications event to mark the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, observed annually on October 13. The event introduced educational models designed to help school and university students proactively respond to natural disasters and climate change.
16:27 | 16/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
Eight More Sets of Martyrs’ Remains Found at Le Thi Rieng Park
By the end of October 15, search and recovery teams had recovered 739 sets of martyrs’ remains at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City. Of these, 731 sets had been commemorated and buried during the first phase. On October 15 alone, the teams discovered another eight sets of martyrs’ remains in Area B.
16:06 | 16/10/2026
Vietnamese And Bulgarian Businesses Seek Further Cooperation Opportunities
On October 17th in Hanoi, the Viet Nam-Bulgaria Friendship Association organized a program titled "Business Exchange to Promote Economic, Trade and Tourism Cooperation between Viet Nam and Bulgaria”. The program aims to strengthen business connections, expand cooperation opportunities, and contribute to deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries.
India enhances ability for cancer drug price caps, lowering prices of 137 medicines
India will reduce the prices of as many as 137 cancer drugs by 70%, the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said on Saturday, as it widened price controls in a bid to make treatment more affordable.
Carlsberg Asia Partners with Grab to Deliver a New Dining Experience
Carlsberg brewing expert Zoran Gojkovic showcases Hanoi’s vibrant local dining scene and invites diners to discover the culinary heritage of Hue, with exciting limited-time offers on Grab Dine Out and Grab rides.
Hong Kong and Chinese Enterprises Go Global Together: Bringing Enormous Opportunities to Global Talent in the UK
Global Talent & Career Showcase was organised by Hong Kong Talent Engage (HKTE) on 17 and 18 October 2026 at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London. The showcase was supported by the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development Office and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London. Over 200 quality job openings offered by more than 50 leading enterprises from Hong Kong and China, with more than 4,500 visits recorded.
Seas and islands
Vinh Long Province: Fisherman Rescued After Suffering Gas Poisoning at Sea
Seas and islands
The Vinh Long Border Guard Command said on October 2 that the Giao Long Port Border Guard Station had promptly provided first aid to a crew member who suffered an accident while working at sea and safely brought him ashore for emergency medical treatment.
08:28 | 05/10/2026
Seas and islands
Turning International Resources into Viet Nam’s Maritime Strength
Seas and islands
On October 2 in Hanoi, the 2026 Viet Nam Maritime Forum focused on ways to transform international resources, knowledge and experience into domestic capacity, thereby contributing to the goal of building Viet Nam into a strong maritime nation and enhancing its contribution to peace, cooperation and sustainable development in the region and the world.
09:13 | 04/10/2026
Seas and islands
2026 Mid-Autumn Festival: Brings Care to Disadvantaged Children
Seas and islands
860 children joined the "Mid-Autumn Festival Night in the Border Region" amid the sound of lion drums, colorful lanterns and meaningful gifts on September 17, at the border commune of Phong Tho, Lai Chau province. From border areas to localities across the country, this year's Mid-Autumn Festival has continued to bring care and support to children facing difficult circumstances.
13:43 | 21/09/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Book Launch Of "Back To The Realm Of Memories" By Vietnamese And Bulgarian Authors Held in Hanoi
The book launch of " Back to the Realm of Memories," a collection of 35 stories by Vietnamese and Bulgarian authors, was recently held at the "Hanoi Autumn 2026" program. These are the memories of people studying and working in Bulgaria and forming the close bond between the people of the two countries.
10:32 | 21/10/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnamese Cuisine Builds Cultural Bridges in Hwaseong
The 3rd World Food Culture Festival was held on October 18 in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, the Republic of Korea (RoK), with Viet Nam as its main theme. The event provided a platform for the Vietnamese community to showcase its cuisine and traditional culture while strengthening exchanges with local residents.
10:24 | 21/10/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Fukuoka to Host “Vietnamese Village” at 2026 Unity Festival
The 2nd Great National Unity Festival for the Vietnamese Community Overseas in Fukuoka, Japan, will take place on November 14-15, featuring the “Vietnamese Village in Fukuoka.” The cultural space will showcase regional traditions, the Vietnamese language, cuisine and stories of the homeland to Vietnamese residents and the Japanese public.
10:02 | 21/10/2026
Overseas Vietnamese
Japan Law Quiz Awards Presented to Vietnamese Community in Japan
The award ceremony for the third Japan Law Quiz Competition 2026 for the Vietnamese community in Japan was held at the Embassy of Viet Nam in Japan on October 12.
15:30 | 15/10/2026
World
India enlarged defense cooperation with Tajikistan, Turkmenistan in Central Asia
India has sold its homegrown, short-range surface-to-air missile system called Akash, to Tajikistan and Turkmenistan gaining a foothold in Central Asia.
07:00 | 14/10/2026
World
Viet Nam-Japan Concert Raises Funds for Agent Orange Victims
On October 9, in Hiroshima, Japan, Japanese residents and the Vietnamese community gathered for the “Love & Peace Concert 2026”, an event that brought traditional music together with activities supporting Agent Orange victims, spreading a message of peace and friendship between Viet Nam and Japan.
10:19 | 12/10/2026
World
India, US plan strategic cooperation in Indian Ocean with focus on ports, maritime and digital infrastructure
India and the United States are planning to deepen strategic cooperation in the Indian Ocean region by jointly developing critical infrastructure, strengthening maritime security and providing alternatives.
07:00 | 10/10/2026
World
Arctic Warming Accelerates, Sea Ice Shrinks by Nearly 500,000 sq km Every Decade
Climate change is rapidly transforming the oceans in the polar regions. Arctic waters are warming sharply, sea ice is shrinking, and many animal species are gradually losing their habitats. These are among the key warnings highlighted in the Copernicus Marine Service's 10th edition of the Ocean State Report, released on September 30.
14:50 | 03/10/2026
Travel
Viet Nam Promotes Tourism at Warsaw International Travel Fair (Poland)
The Embassy of Viet Nam in Poland organized a dedicated space to promote Viet Nam’s tourism at the Warsaw Ptak Expo 2026 International Travel Fair, demonstrating its commitment to promoting Vietnamese tourism products and services and identifying Poland and the European Union (EU) as markets with significant development potential.
15:21 | 15/10/2026
Travel
Viet Nam, Austria Boost Tourism Cooperation and Destination Connectivity
Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria Vu Le Thai Hoang emphasized that tourism cooperation between the two countries holds significant untapped potential.
08:47 | 15/10/2026
Travel
Viet Nam Promotes Tourism in Hungary
In Budapest, Hungary, the Embassy of Viet Nam in Hungary recently joined forces with relevant organisations to organise a tourism promotion event aimed at showcasing Viet Nam’s country, people, culture and attractive destinations to Hungarian friends.
14:48 | 13/10/2026
Travel
Phu Quoc Tops Asia’s Most Beloved Islands List for 2026
According to a Vietnam News Agency correspondent in Jakarta, Phu Quoc Island in Viet Nam has surpassed Indonesia’s Bali and other renowned island destinations to rank first among Asia’s most beloved islands in 2026, as voted by readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine.
16:01 | 10/10/2026
Hanoi Audiences to Enjoy Six Italian Films for Free
Six films exploring life choices, teacher-student relationships, the pursuit of freedom and the strength of women will be screened at Italian Film Week 2026, taking place in Hanoi from October 27 to November 1. Admission is free, and the films will be screened with Vietnamese and English subtitles.
Viet Nam Trade Office in Argentina Promotes Trade and Investment Cooperation with Western Argentine Provinces
On October 7, 2026, during a working meeting with representatives of an Argentine consulting group and businesses, Ngo Manh Khoi, who is in charge of the Viet Nam Trade Office in Argentina, discussed opportunities to promote bilateral trade and investment, focusing on minerals, renewable energy, agricultural and food products, and the key products of western Argentina.
SAP-VN Provides Mobile Dental Care in Da Nang for the First Time
A total of 311 disadvantaged adults and children in Thu Bon Commune, Da Nang, have received free dental examinations, consultations and treatment. This marks the first time the US-based Social Assistance Program for Viet Nam (SAP-VN) has conducted a mobile dental care program in Da Nang.
Science and Technology Key to Viet Nam’s Sustainable Growth
The Rencontres du Vietnam and the International Centre for Interdisciplinary Science and Education (ICISE), in coordination with the Gia Lai Provincial People’s Committee, opened the “Science and technology for sustainable development” conference, held on October 7-8, 2026.
Multimedia
“Not Alone 2026” Campaign Launched to Protect Children Online
Multimedia
The “Not Alone” campaign was initiated by the Digital Trust Alliance (DTA), under the patronage of the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of Education and Training, the Ministry of Health, and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. It also receives support from international organisations, including the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and is implemented in coordination with the Department of Cybersecurity, the National Cybersecurity Association, and various agencies, organisations and businesses.
15:06 | 13/10/2026
Multimedia
Women Strengthen Livelihoods for a Better Future
Multimedia
Earlier this September, 20 women from four women-led cooperative groups in Tam Giang Commune, Ca Mau Province, joined training on business planning and financial management to strengthen their livelihood models and improve their sustainability.
16:10 | 06/10/2026
Multimedia
Vibrant Vietnamese Community Football Tournament Held in Chubu Region (Japan)
Multimedia
The tournament was organized by the Viet Nam-Japan International Exchange Organization (FAVIJA), under the patronage of the Embassy of Viet Nam in Japan and the Government of Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
15:22 | 06/10/2026
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