Russian Arrivals to Vietnam Nearly Triple in First Half of 2026
11/07/2026 16:31
In the first six months of 2026, Vietnam welcomed more than 742,000 Russian visitors, 2.8 times higher than in the same period last year. This strong recovery has made Russia the third-largest source market for Vietnam's tourism industry, behind only China and the Republic of Korea.
Vietnam News Today (July 11): Vietnam and Laos Agree to Enhance Defense Cooperation
11/07/2026 09:19
Vietnam News Today (July 11): Japan’s Aichi prefecture, Vietnamese localities urged to promote cooperation; Vietnamese firms urged to enhance competitiveness to tap US market opportunities; Vietnam and Laos agree to enhance defense cooperation; Vietnam proposes a roadmap for future ASEAN-India tourism cooperation.
World Bank Supports India’s Solar Rooftop Program
11/07/2026 07:00
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved financing to accelerate India’s national program for solar rooftops to bring clean energy to millions of homes and create 1.7 million job opportunities across the renewable energy manufacturing, installation, and services value chain.
People-to-People Bridges Across 50 Years of Vietnam-Philippines Relations
10/07/2026 21:37
Half a century after the establishment of diplomatic relations, Vietnam and the Philippines have continuously expanded their cooperation while strengthening the bonds between their peoples. Throughout this journey, the Vietnam-Philippines Friendship Association and the Philippines-Vietnam Friendship Association have served as vital bridges, fostering mutual understanding, trust, and friendship, thereby providing a solid social foundation for the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
Vietnam, Armenia Promote Air Connectivity to Expand Access to New Markets
10/07/2026 20:37
This was the focus of discussions at a meeting between Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Vietnam Suren Baghdasaryan and Chairman of the Vietnam Aviation Business Association (VABA) Le Hoang Minh, held in Hanoi on July 10.
Friends of Project RENEW Continues Supporting War Consequence Remediation Efforts in Viet Nam
10/07/2026 16:08
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.
Australia-India Partnership on Cyber, Critical Technologies and Supply Chains
10/07/2026 15:00
Australia and India have built an enduring partnership in cyber and critical technologies underpinned by our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the 2020 Framework Arrangement on Cyber and Cyber Enabled Critical Technology Cooperation (2020 Framework), and two decades of collaborative research, operational coordination and policy engagement.
Three Priorities for Advancing Viet Nam-Philippines People-to-People Relations
10/07/2026 13:00
Expanding connections from major cities to local communities and remote areas; leveraging people-to-people diplomacy channels to connect business associations, startups, and localities while supporting cooperation in high-tech agriculture and the digital economy; and establishing networks for young leaders, young scholars, and entrepreneurs from both countries to promote initiatives in education, digital capacity, and sustainable development. These are the three priorities for advancing Viet Nam-Philippines people-to-people relations proposed by Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), at the Friendship Gathering marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and the Philippines, held in Hanoi on July 10.
Quang Ngai Expands Cooperation with France on Green Industry and Clean Energy
10/07/2026 08:46
As part of an official visit to France, a delegation from Quang Ngai Province held working sessions on July 8 with the French Development Agency (AFD) and EDF Group to expand cooperation in green industry, clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, and workforce development. The initiative aims to attract investment and promote the province's sustainable development.
UN Women Reaffirms Cooperation with Dien Bien Province
10/07/2026 08:45
Caroline Nyamayemombe, Country Representative of UN Women in Vietnam, reaffirmed the organization's commitment to strengthening cooperation with Dien Bien Province during her working visit to the province on July 8, 2026.
Over 50 Calls and Messages Help Search for Fallen Soldiers at Tan Son Nhat Airport
10/07/2026 08:43
Shortly after issuing a public appeal for information on the burial sites of soldiers who were killed during the battle at Tan Son Nhat Airport in the 1968 Tet Offensive, the Ho Chi Minh City High Command received more than 50 phone calls and text messages from witnesses and local residents. The information has provided additional leads to support the verification, search, recovery, and identification of the fallen soldiers' remains.
Vietnam News Today (July 10): Third Vietnam-Laos Border Defense Friendship Exchange Gets Underway
10/07/2026 08:42
Vietnam News Today (July 10): Third Vietnam-Laos Border Defense Friendship Exchange gets underway; Vietnam seeks early signing of trade deal with EFTA; UOB revises up Vietnam's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 8.5%; Airlines add international flights, giving summer travellers more flexible options.
Vietnam Looks Forward to New Breakthroughs in Cooperation with the US
09/07/2026 17:03
At the celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the Independence Day of the US, held in Hanoi on the evening of July 8, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung affirmed that Vietnam wishes to continue working with the US to advance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in a stable, substantive, and effective manner, while looking forward to achieving new breakthroughs in trade, science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the Philippines: People-to-People Diplomacy Geared Toward Practical Cooperation and Benefits for the People
09/07/2026 16:47
In an interview with Vietnam Times Magazine, Vietnamese Ambassador to the Philippines Lai Thai Binh said that people-to-people diplomacy should be further promoted in a practical, multi-layered, and multi-stakeholder manner, with a strong focus on delivering tangible benefits to the people. This, he noted, will continue to strengthen the social foundation of bilateral relations as the two countries enter a new stage of development.
Naval Region 4 Handed Over Four Houses to Policy Beneficiary Families
09/07/2026 09:16
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.
Legal Reforms Facilitate Corporate Securities Issuance
09/07/2026 08:10
New regulations on securities offerings, issuance, and corporate bonds are being implemented in a coordinated manner to strengthen the legal framework, enhance market discipline, and help businesses access medium- and long-term capital.
Import Procedures for Goods Entering the New Zealand Market
09/07/2026 07:13
The Vietnam Trade Office in New Zealand has recently shared the General Commercial Import Process regulated by New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). The process focuses on six key steps that Vietnamese businesses should understand to facilitate the export of goods to the New Zealand market.
Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association Coordinates with Nghe An Province to Prepare for 50th Anniversary of Vietnam-Thailand Diplomatic Relations
09/07/2026 07:05
On July 8 in Nghe An Province, the Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association and the People's Committee of Nghe An Province agreed on a coordinated plan to organize activities marking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Thailand (August 6, 1976 - August 6, 2026).
Vietnam News Today (July 9): Vietnam, Japan Seek New Strides in Defense Cooperation
09/07/2026 07:00
Vietnam News Today (July 9): Vietnam, Japan seek new strides in defense cooperation; Vietnam and Mexico move towards new bilateral partnership framework; Vietnamese, Chinese firms deepen cooperation across multiple sectors; Vietnam emerging as new destination for Halal tourism.
Malaysian Ambassador Dato' Tan Yang Thai - "Ambassador of Compassion"
09/07/2026 07:00
On July 8 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) presented the "For Peace and Friendship Among Nations" Medal to Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Malaysia to Vietnam Dato' Tan Yang Thai. The distinction recognizes the Ambassador's contributions to promoting friendship, people-to-people exchanges, and expanding substantive cooperation between Vietnam and Malaysia during his tenure.
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