Royal Canadian Navy Ship Pays Friendship Visit to Da Nang, Promoting Cooperation and People-to-People Exchange
18/05/2026 10:33
On the evening of May 16, a reception was held at Tien Sa Port (Da Nang City) on the occasion of the visit of the Royal Canadian Navy Ship (HMCS) Charlottetown to Da Nang on a friendship visit. The event contributed to strengthening naval exchanges, promoting mutual understanding, and further deepening the friendly and cooperative relations between Vietnam and Canada, in the context of the two countries’ relationship continuing to develop positively across multiple fields.
Vietnam Tourism Launches Comprehensive Industry Inspections
18/05/2026 10:01
The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism aims to create significant improvements in professionalism and service quality while accelerating tourism development toward becoming a key economic sector in the new era.
Australia Allocates AUD 98.3 Million in ODA for Vietnam
18/05/2026 09:49
According to information from the Australian Embassy in Vietnam, the Australian Government has reaffirmed its strong and long-term commitment to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Vietnam through increased official development assistance (ODA).
New Boarding Facility Opens for Students in Lai Chau
18/05/2026 09:46
The People’s Committee of Sin Ho Commune in Lai Chau Province, in coordination with Plan International Japan and Plan International Vietnam, held an inauguration ceremony for a new student boarding facility at Phang So Lin Semi-Boarding Primary School on the morning of May 13. The project was built with financial support from the people of Japan through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
Vietnamese Pho Promoted as Cultural Bridge Across Europe
18/05/2026 09:44
The We Love Pho Association, in coordination with the Ninh Binh Culinary Culture Association, held a press meeting on May 14 at the headquarters of the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to announce the “Pho Cultural Roadshow Europe 2026” program.
Vietnam News Today (May 18): President Ho Chi Minh Honored in RoK on 136th Birth Anniversary
18/05/2026 07:00
Vietnam News Today (May 18): Ho Chi Minh Thought continues to illuminate Vietnam’s new era; President Ho Chi Minh honored in RoK on 136th birth anniversary; Vietnam could tighten local oversight of foreigners as arrivals hit record highs; Meet Australia 2026 to take place in HCM City next week.
Ho Chi Minh Thought Guides Development Path: Top Leader
17/05/2026 17:39
In an article written on the occasion of President Ho Chi Minh’s 136th birth anniversary (May 19, 1890 – 2026), the top Vietnamese leader affirmed that “Ho Chi Minh Thought serves as a guiding light along our development path.”
Vietnam News Today (May 17): Vietnam, Romania Seek Deeper Cooperation Beyond Traditional Friendship
17/05/2026 07:00
Vietnam News Today (May 17): Vietnam, Romania seek deeper cooperation beyond traditional friendship; Vietnam, Malaysia promote smart business connectivity; Vietnam looks to expand fiscal space to support double-digit growth; Vietnam pledges support for Laos ahead of SEA Games 2031.
Measuring 'Institutional Inputs', Examining 'Market Outputs': The New Step Forward of PCI 2025
16/05/2026 11:17
After more than two decades of accompanying reforms to Vietnam’s investment and business environment, PCI 2025 marks a new turning point as it expands for the first time from measuring the quality of local governance to comprehensively assessing the development ecosystem of the private economy.
People-to-People Diplomacy in New Era: From Party’s Guidelines to Breakthrough Solutions for Enhancing Practical Effectiveness
16/05/2026 09:06
On May 14 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, held a scientific seminar themed “People-to-people diplomacy in the new era: From the Party’s guidelines to breakthrough solutions for enhancing practical effectiveness.”
Vietnam News Today (May 16): Vietnam Remains ASEAN Growth Leader in 2026 Despite Global Headwinds
16/05/2026 07:00
Vietnam News Today (May 16): Vietnam proposes key cooperation orientations at BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting; Vietnam, Cambodia boost supply chain connectivity; Vietnam remains ASEAN growth leader in 2026 despite global headwinds; Vietnam among top destinations for Russian and Korean travelers in 2026.
From Con Dao, a Message of Peace and Hope
15/05/2026 18:14
From May 11-13, 2026, a delegation of the Vietnam Peace Committee, led by Uong Chu Luu, former Vice Chairman of the National Assembly and Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee, coordinated and participated in a series of activities under the “Heritage and peace journey” 2026 program in the Con Dao Special Zone, Ho Chi Minh City.
Tran Ba Phuc: "Digital Front" Is Needed to Better Connect Overseas Vietnamese Communities
15/05/2026 15:05
Attending the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), Tran Ba Phuc, President of the Vietnamese Business Association in Australia, shared with VietnamTimes his views on the role of the Vietnamese community in Australia in people-to-people diplomacy, mobilizing overseas Vietnamese resources, and proposals to further enhance the role of the VFF in the new period.
HSF Reaffirms Its Role as Trusted Partner of Vietnam in Sustainable Development
15/05/2026 14:29
On May 14 in Hanoi, the German Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) held a ceremony marking its 15th anniversary of operations in Vietnam, celebrating a journey of cooperation and partnership in the fields of sustainable development, governance, social welfare, and climate change adaptation.
Vietnam Seeks Early and Effective Implementation of Hanoi Convention
15/05/2026 14:04
Vietnam highly values its cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and wishes to continue close coordination to promote the early entry into force of the Hanoi Convention, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of combating cybercrime and high-tech crime globally.
Indian PM Modi’s UAE visit to advance Strategic Defence Partnership
15/05/2026 07:00
PM Narendra Modi’s brief visit to the UAE enroute to Europe this week will seek to advance Strategic Defence Partnership, the Letter of Intent for which was signed in January during the visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Promoting Implementation of Ethnic Affairs Strategy Through 2030, with Vision to 2045
14/05/2026 14:54
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has signed Directive No. 19/CT-TTg dated May 12, 2026, issued by the Prime Minister on promoting the implementation of the Ethnic Affairs Strategy through 2030, with a vision to 2045.
From Desktops to Smartphones: Southeast Asia's Trading Transformation
14/05/2026 14:05
The finance industry in Southeast Asia is changing very rapidly, Singapore's long-standing dominance giving way to the emerging technology markets of Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Vietnam alone saw domestic securities trading accounts climb to 12.26 million by February 2026, according to VSDC.
India’s Engagement with ASEAN: Strengthening Mutual Trust
14/05/2026 14:00
The State of Southeast Asia 2026 Survey, releasedby ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, reveals a paradoxical trust deficit towards India. While India’s overall trust rating (38.5 per cent) marginally exceeds its distrust level (34.1 per cent) for the first time since 2019, this is a mirage when it comes to maritime Southeast Asian countries.
UAE Embassy Supports Construction of Restroom Facilities for Kindergarten in Tuyen Quang
14/05/2026 11:13
On March 15, the UAE Embassy in Hanoi completed a project to build new restroom facilities for Nam Dan Kindergarten, contributing to improved learning and living conditions for children in the mountainous province of Tuyen Quang.
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