Friendship
Students Who Brought Me to Viet Nam
I met Dr. Keijo Varis when he visited Hanoi to attend activities marking the 80th anniversary of Viet Nam’s National Day. After that visit, we stayed in touch through emails he sent from Turku, Finland. In those letters, the 65-year-old professor rarely spoke about his more than a decade of teaching or the milestones in his career. He wrote more about his Vietnamese students - people who had entered his classroom shy and reserved, then left a lasting impression through their sincerity, diligence, and relationships that endured long after graduation.
National
Key Results of 500-Day Campaign to Search For, Recover and Identify Fallen Soldiers’ Remains
As of October 13, 2026, the 500-Day Campaign to search for, recover and identify the remains of fallen soldiers had recovered 3,611 sets of remains, achieving 51.59% of its target.
Friendship
More Than 900 Students in Tuyen Quang Learn About Green Living
Good Neighbors International (GNI) has organized a series of Environmental Festivals under the theme “Journey Towards Green Living” at three primary and lower secondary schools: Tan Bac, Bang Lang and Yen Thanh in Tuyen Quang Province, attracting more than 900 students.
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
Key Results of 500-Day Campaign to Search For, Recover and Identify Fallen Soldiers’ Remains
National
As of October 13, 2026, the 500-Day Campaign to search for, recover and identify the remains of fallen soldiers had recovered 3,611 sets of remains, achieving 51.59% of its target.
09:03 | 27/10/2026
National
Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 27): Vietnamese, Polish PMs Seek ways to Boost All-round Cooperation
National
Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 27): Vietnamese, Polish PMs seek ways to boost all-round cooperation ; Great solidarity festival to strengthen cohesion among Vietnamese communities in Europe; Viet Nam, ASEAN partners push for stronger cooperation on green transition; Viet Nam opens Autumn Economic Forum 2026 with global growth agenda.
08:41 | 27/10/2026
National
Vietnam, Poland Issue Joint Statement on Establishment of Strategic Partnership
National
Vietnam and Poland on October 26 issued a joint statement on the establishment of a strategic partnership.
08:00 | 27/10/2026
Friendship
Students Who Brought Me to Viet Nam
I met Dr. Keijo Varis when he visited Hanoi to attend activities marking the 80th anniversary of Viet Nam’s National Day. After that visit, we stayed in touch through emails he sent from Turku, Finland. In those letters, the 65-year-old professor rarely spoke about his more than a decade of teaching or the milestones in his career. He wrote more about his Vietnamese students - people who had entered his classroom shy and reserved, then left a lasting impression through their sincerity, diligence, and relationships that endured long after graduation.
09:41 | 27/10/2026
Friendship
More Than 900 Students in Tuyen Quang Learn About Green Living
Good Neighbors International (GNI) has organized a series of Environmental Festivals under the theme “Journey Towards Green Living” at three primary and lower secondary schools: Tan Bac, Bang Lang and Yen Thanh in Tuyen Quang Province, attracting more than 900 students.
08:43 | 27/10/2026
Friendship
Deputy Minister Ho An Phong Elected President of Viet Nam-Belarus Friendship Association for 2026-2031
The fifth National Congress of the Viet Nam-Belarus Friendship Association, held in Ha Noi on October 24 for the 2026-2031 term, elected a new Executive Committee. Ho An Phong, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, was elected President of the Association for the 2026-2031 term. The Congress also set out directions for renewing and improving the quality of exchanges and connections between the peoples of the two countries.
10:23 | 26/10/2026
Friendship
First Congress of the Dong Thap Union of Friendship Organizations for the 2026-2031 Term
On October 20, the Dong Thap Union of Friendship Organizations held its first Congress for the 2026-2031 term. Nguyen Quang Minh was re-elected as President of the Union for the new term.
10:56 | 23/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
Young Vietnamese People Bridge Vietnamese-Japanese Cultures Through Music
At a Japanese-language singing contest held on October 24, Vietnamese school and university students chose songs reflecting their personal interests, memories and desire to introduce their homeland to others. As he watched the performances, Ogasawara Manabu, Third Secretary at the Embassy of Japan in Viet Nam, discovered Japanese songs that even he had never heard before.
08:48 | 27/10/2026
Vietnamese Culture
Documentary on Ho Chi Minh’s Diplomacy Screened in Qatar
The Embassy of Viet Nam in Qatar recently partnered with Katara Cultural Village to screen the documentary “Ho Chi Minh’s Diplomacy” in Doha, Qatar. The event aimed to introduce President Ho Chi Minh’s diplomatic thought and style to international audiences, while promoting cultural exchanges and strengthening understanding and friendship between Viet Nam, Qatar and other countries.
11:58 | 26/10/2026
Expats in Vietnam
I Chose to Stay Because There Is Still So Much I Don’t Know About Viet Nam
I came to Hanoi for work. During my three years living here, my job took me to more than 140 Vietnamese households. At almost every home, the hosts invited me to stay for a meal after work. When my previous job came to an end and I had to choose between returning to Japan and continuing to live in Viet Nam, I chose to stay.
16:55 | 22/10/2026
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
PETRONAS Lubricants International and UM Motorcycles Announce Strategic Global Partnership to Power the Future of Riding
PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI) and UM Motorcycles have entered a strategic partnership to enhance motorcycle performance, reliability and the overall customer experience across UM Motorcycles’ key markets worldwide.
India’s manufacturing ecosystem is undergoing a transformation
India's manufacturing ecosystem is undergoing a major transformation including defense from import dependence towards self-reliance. Profits are catching up fast, and it is no longer just a growth story.
Oxfam and VCCI-HCM Help Businesses Improve Management and Connect with Markets
Training and consultancy programmes have helped many shrimp and rice businesses and cooperatives improve management, working conditions and customer outreach. To continue developing, these enterprises need support in terms of expertise, resources and market connections tailored to their specific circumstances.
Tay Ninh and Thanh Hoa Seek Investment Partners and Market Expansion Opportunities in Bulgaria
During a recent working visit to Bulgaria, the provinces of Tay Ninh and Thanh Hoa connected with local businesses to explore investment opportunities and expand markets for their goods. Two letters of intent for cooperation were also signed between the Trakia Economic Zone (Bulgaria) and two entities from Thanh Hoa Province.
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
Hungary Hosts Great National Unity Festival for the First Time
Nearly 300 Vietnamese people from multiple generations attended the first Great National Unity Festival recently held in Budapest, Hungary. It was the first such festival held abroad following the issuance of guidelines on the activity by the Standing Board of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front Central Committee.
09:34 | 21/10/2026
World
India-Indonesia Relations in the BRICS Context
The Modi-Prabowo bilateral at the New Delhi BRICS Summit points to a partnership whose importance is no longer confined to bilateral ties.
07:00 | 25/10/2026
World
Poland Inaugurates Memorial Plaque Honouring Architect Who Helped Preserve Hoi An
The Embassy of Vietnam in Poland, in coordination with the authorities of the city of Lublin, has inaugurated a memorial plaque honouring architect Kazimierz Kwiatkowski (Kazik), who made significant contributions to the preservation of Vietnam’s cultural heritage, particularly Hoi An Ancient Town and the My Son Sanctuary.
11:01 | 23/10/2026
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
Travel
Da Nang Unveils 100 Outstanding Tourism Experiences
More than 42,000 votes helped select 100 tourism experience spots, expanding opportunities to explore Da Nang’s heritage, cuisine and natural landscapes.
13:46 | 27/10/2026
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
Viet Nam, US Strengthen Technological Cooperation and Use of Archival Records to Search for Fallen Soldiers’ Remains
Recently in Washington, Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung called on US partners to increase the sharing of information, technology and resources to support Viet Nam’s efforts to search for, recover and identify the remains of fallen soldiers under the “500 Days and Nights Campaign.”
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.
Multimedia
World Vision Provides Recovery Assistance to 260 Flood-Affected Households in Lai Chau
Multimedia
The assistance followed a visit by World Vision’s senior leadership team to affected communities in late September to learn about the challenges facing families recovering from the floods and landslides of July 2026.
17:17 | 16/10/2026
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
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