Navy Ship 743 Rescues Fisherman Adrift at Sea for Four Days
17/08/2026 14:13
After spotting a fisherman adrift at sea during the night amid rough seas and strong winds, officers and soldiers aboard Ship 743 of Naval Squadron 129 promptly approached, rescued and safely brought the victim aboard.
Supporting Vietnamese Citizens Following Kumamoto Earthquake (Japan)
17/08/2026 13:52
A working delegation from the Vietnam Association in Japan (VUAJ) recently visited Kumamoto Prefecture to assess the situation, visit Vietnamese community members affected by the earthquake, review relief efforts, and discuss support measures for the recovery period.
Cultural Exchange Strengthens Vietnam-Indonesia People-to-People Ties
17/08/2026 11:42
Vietnamese students and Indonesian artists perform on the angklung, Indonesia’s traditional musical instrument, at a cultural exchange program in Ho Chi Minh City on August 15. Joint experiential and performance activities contributed to enhancing mutual understanding and strengthening ties between the peoples of the two countries.
Bridging Overseas Vietnamese Resources with Country’s Development Needs
17/08/2026 10:48
Resolution No. 23-NQ/TW sets out new requirements for work concerning Vietnamese people overseas: moving beyond mobilizing, bringing together, and supporting the community to focus on creating mechanisms that connect overseas Vietnamese resources with the country’s specific development needs, while promoting their role as a bridge between Vietnam and the world.
Strengthening Vietnam-US Cooperation to Ease Pain of Agent Orange
17/08/2026 09:57
The working visit by a delegation from the Ho Chi Minh City Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin (VAVA) provided an opportunity to directly inform friends in the United States about the long-term consequences of Agent Orange in Vietnam.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 17): Vietnam, US Expand Cooperation to Tackle Agent Orange Impacts
17/08/2026 07:00
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 17): Vietnam, US expand cooperation to tackle Agent Orange impacts; Cultural exchange strengthens people-to-people ties between Ho Chi Minh City, Indonesia; Traditional Vietnamese cuisine wins over Canadian diners; Exhibition of Vietnamese Do paper paintings captivates Far Eastern audience; 10-day weather outlook: Torrential rain set to sweep northern Vietnam; Dak Lak, Laos' Champasak bolster cooperation during durian festival; Vietnam faces steep export target in final five months; Exporters urged to adapt as EU tightens food safety rules; Vietravel Airlines launches direct Ho Chi Minh City-Shenzhen route
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 16): Vietnam, New Zealand Advance Strategic Research Cooperation
16/08/2026 07:00
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 16): Vietnam, New Zealand advance strategic research cooperation, plan Vietnam Center; US supports Vietnam in accelerating identification of martyrs’ remains; Courts of Vietnamese, Cambodian, Lao border provinces step up judicial cooperation; Closer destinations drive Vietnamese travel demand in second quarter.
India at 80: Young, progressive, and forging a special partnership with countries
16/08/2026 07:00
The journey has been extraordinary. The destination is still ahead-and the India's partnership can be a relevant force in helping shape what comes next.
Nearly 40,000 Phone Calls Are Made To “500-day Campaign” Hotline
15/08/2026 17:40
From June 15 to August 12, 2026, the “500-day campaign” hotline received 39,600 phone calls, including more than 13,000 phone calls made by martyrs’ relatives who demanded to search for graves and around 1,800 phone calls to provide information about martyrs’ burial places.
India and Vietnam: Partners United by Sacred Buddhist Bridge and Historic Solidarity
15/08/2026 17:39
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of India’s Independence Day (August 15), VietnamTimes Magazine is honoured to present an article by H.E. Tshering W. Sherpa, Ambassador of India to Vietnam, highlighting India’s development achievements and the steadfast commitment of both India and Vietnam to advancing their Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Building New-generation Financial Centre
15/08/2026 17:01
Vietnam's International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) officially launched in early 2026. Until now, refining the legal framework is essential to enable the centre to operate effectively in practice.
Turkish Cooperatives Open New Channel for Vietnamese Businesses to Source Raw Materials
15/08/2026 16:58
Beyond their social functions, Turkish cooperatives are also involved in production, processing, marketing and exports, opening up opportunities for Vietnamese businesses to access large-scale and stable sources of raw materials.
100 Asian Youth Orchestra Musicians Perform at Ho Guom Theatre
15/08/2026 16:56
On the evenings of August 12 and 13, the Asian Youth Orchestra (AYO), featuring more than 100 talented young musicians from countries and territories across Asia, performed for the first time on the stage of Ho Guom Theatre.
New Drivers Promote Vietnam-China People-to-people Exchange
15/08/2026 08:08
From the beginning of the year, the total number of people exiting and entering through the Hekou border gate between China and Vietnam exceeded 4 million, increasing 5.24% compared to the same period last year.
Lam Dong Seeks to Expand Tourism Cooperation with India
14/08/2026 16:30
On August 13, at Xuan Huong ward (Da Lat), the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lam Dong province and the Indian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City organised the “Tourism exchange, networking and cooperation program between Lam Dong Province and Indian partners”.
Tuyen Quang Seeks Information on 1,093 Unrecovered War Martyrs
14/08/2026 15:19
On August 13, the Tuyen Quang Provincial Steering Committee for the Search, Recovery and Identification of Martyrs’ Remains held a conference to collect information and historical materials, focusing on accounts from veterans and witnesses to support the search for 1,093 martyrs whose remains have yet to be recovered.
Linking People-to-People Friendship Activities with the “Three Connections” Strategy
14/08/2026 15:02
A meeting was held in Tuyen Quang on August 13 to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-Thailand diplomatic relations (August 6, 1976 - August 6, 2026). At the event, Senior Lieutenant General and Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Thanh, President of the Central Committee of the Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association, proposed linking people-to-people friendship activities with the “Three Connections” strategy covering supply chains, businesses and localities, and sustainable development. He also suggested areas of cooperation with Thailand that align with the province’s strengths.
Transformative IMEC linking India and Europe with international trade
14/08/2026 15:00
The transformative IMEC trade corridor linking India and Europe could turn some areas into a linchpin of international trade, if only the region could stop fighting.
Ho Chi Minh City and Northern Territory of Australia Expand Cooperation Opportunities Across Multiple Fields
14/08/2026 14:21
On August 12, Standing Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Loc Ha received Northern Territory of Australia Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations Robyn Cahill and her delegation during their visit and working trip to Ho Chi Minh City.
New Film Project to Portray Vietnam for Global Audiences
14/08/2026 14:18
The film has set a special requirement for applicants seeking a role: no professional acting experience is required; applicants only need to be Vietnamese nationals and convince the organizing committee with a sincere, simple video of no more than one minute.
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