Swim Against the Current
30/06/2025 15:37
It had been nearly a decade since I last picked up a novel - until the other day. The book is titled "Giữa những con sóng" (Between the Waves). It was written by Nguyễn Tuấn Thành and published by the Literature Publishing House in 2025. I haven’t read it yet, so I won’t talk about the story itself. Instead, I want to share a different story - one I call "Swim Against the Current".
Localities Organise Ceremonies to Announce Major Administrative Restructuring
30/06/2025 10:42
Ceremonies were held simultaneously in all localities across Vietnam at 8:00 am on June 30 to announce central and local resolutions and decisions regarding the organisation of the two-tier local government model.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 30): Vietnam-Italy Ties Poised For Strong Growth
30/06/2025 08:09
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 30): Vietnam-Italy ties poised for strong growth; Vietnam – a trusted global trade partner and strategic supply chain hub; Vietnam underscores enduring values of UN Charter; National Geographic spotlights Vietnam as rising star in Asia.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 29): PM Calls for Breakthroughs in Vietnam–UK Economic Cooperation
29/06/2025 08:38
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 29): Vietnam, UNESCO deepen strategic partnership; Vietnam seeks to boost comprehensive cooperation with Croatia; PM calls for breakthroughs in Vietnam–UK economic cooperation; Lang Son Geopark receives UNESCO title.
WWF Supports Quang Tri in Biodiversity Conservation
28/06/2025 22:10
On June 27, the People's Committee of Quang Tri Province issued Decision No. 2278/QD-UBND approving the program “Implementing Nature-Based Solutions in Forestry and Environment, Including Sustainable Forest Management and Quality Improvement, Contributing to Biodiversity Conservation, Climate Change Adaptation, and Community Livelihoods in Quang Tri,” funded by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
Innovate, Professionalize, and Create a Courageous, Modern, and Effective People-to-people Diplomacy
28/06/2025 14:29
The Party Committee of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations will continue to innovate, professionalize, mobilize the society to participate and create a brave, modern and effective people-to-people diplomacy in the era of globalization, Comrade Nguyen Thi Thu Ha, member of the Party Central Committee, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of the Fatherland Front, Central organizations, Vice President - General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front expressed her confidence when giving a speech directing the Congress of the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for the 2025-2030 tenure on June 26 in Hanoi.
Message of Solidarity in Response to Climate Change
28/06/2025 09:36
Through emotional and realistic frames, the exhibition "Visualising Climate Change" contributes to raising public awareness of the severity of climate change, while spreading a message calling for action for a sustainable future.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 27): Vietnam Pledges to Play Active Role in UNESCO’s Global Missions: Party Chief
28/06/2025 09:23
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 27): Vietnam pledges to play active role in UNESCO’s global missions; Vietnam moves up to 38th position in 2025 Global Peace Index; Vietnam bolsters friendship, cooperation with RoK; Hanoi named among 15 dream international vacations by Travel + Leisure.
India’s Tier 2 and 3 cities: The new frontier for investment growth
27/06/2025 16:31
In recent years, India’s economic narrative has been undergoing a remarkable shift.
Enhancing Vietnam-Central and Eastern Europe Relations with Practical Proposals
27/06/2025 15:32
Proposals such as short-term visa exemption policies for tourists, the launch of direct flight routes, enhanced people-to-people diplomacy through expanded friendship associations, and the establishment of university-research alliances were among the key recommendations put forward at the conference “75 Years of Diplomatic Relations between Vietnam and Central, Eastern European Countries: Strengthening Friendship, Enhancing Cooperation, Looking Toward the Future”, held on June 26 in Hanoi.
Innovation and Cooperation: Future of Vietnam-Germany Relations
27/06/2025 15:29
The seminar, which took place on June 25, drew numerous representatives from the political, economic, academic, and civil society sectors of both countries, along with members of the Vietnam-Germany Friendship Association.
Vietnam to Eliminate Tuition Fees for Students in Public Schools
27/06/2025 11:04
The National Assembly has passed a resolution waiving tuition fees for all public school students starting in the 2025-2026 academic year and provide financial support for those attending private schools.
Vietnam News Today (June 27): PM concludes WEF Tianjin 2025 engagement, working visit to China
27/06/2025 08:44
Vietnam News Today (June 27): Party General Secretary attends NA Standing Committee’s commendation ceremony, Party chief receives Australian Ambassador to Vietnam, PM concludes WEF Tianjin 2025 engagement, working visit to China, NA adopts Law on Vietnam’s participation in UN peacekeeping operations, Vietnam ready to launch two-tier local government model from July 1...
Taiwan (China) approves iPhone maker Foxconn’s $2.2 billion investment plans in India, US
26/06/2025 23:56
Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn has received government approval to invest over $2.2 billion in India and the US, reported Focus Taiwan.
India back in space after 41 years
26/06/2025 23:55
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is piloting the Axiom-4 mission that launched from Florida on Wednesday, said that India is returning to space after 41 years and called it an "amazing ride." Stating that the journey is the beginning of India's human space programme, he said the chest of Indians "should swell with pride."
"For Peace and Friendship among Nations" Medal Awarded to Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam
26/06/2025 23:27
During his three-year tenure in Vietnam, Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Shawn Steil has significantly contributed to promoting the friendly relations between the two countries. In recognition of his contributions, on June 25 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a ceremony to award the "For Peace and Friendship among Nations" medal to Ambassador Shawn Steil.
VUFO and Lao Embassy Discuss Boosting People-to-People Ties
26/06/2025 22:25
On June 25 in Hanoi, Phan Anh Son, president of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), held talks with Lao Ambassador to Vietnam Khamphao Ernthavanh to discuss a coordination mechanism aimed at strengthening people-to-people relations between Vietnam and Laos. The meeting was part of efforts to deepen the special solidarity between the two countries.
Vietnam's Week Leaves Positive Impression at Saint Herblain (France)
26/06/2025 15:09
Vietnam's Week at Saint Herblain (France) was organized by the Art Space Association. It included a series of unique activities to promote Vietnamese culture to the community of the Loire-Atlantiques region.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 26): Vietnam, France’s Toulouse City Strengthen Multi-faceted Cooperation
26/06/2025 07:49
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 26): Ambassador stresses Vietnam-Cambodia friendship, fruitful economic ties; Vietnam outlines vision for prosperous, sustainable Asian century at WEF meeting; Vietnam, France’s Toulouse city strengthen multi-faceted cooperation; Enterprises explore opportunities to boost exports to Japan.
Fostering Vietnam-RoK Youth Ties via Exchange and Innovation in Agriculture
25/06/2025 14:49
At the invitation of the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation of the Republic of Korea (Nonghyup) and the Vietnam-RoK Youth Generation Exchange Center, a delegation from the Central Committee of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union participated in the Advanced Agricultural Training and Vietnam - RoK Rural Youth Exchange Program held from June 23 to 28, 2025 in RoK.
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