As part of the 500-Day Campaign to accelerate the search, recovery, and identification of fallen soldiers' remains, task forces in Da Nang and Cao Bang discovered and recovered multiple sets of remains on July 13.

Following the speedboat capsizing in the An Thoi waters (Phu Quoc Special Zone, An Giang Province) on July 11, the Indian Ambassador to Vietnam expressed profound gratitude for the close direction provided by Vietnam's senior leadership and the prompt, responsible response of the competent authorities in search and rescue operations, consular protection, and assistance for the victims' families.

On the evening of July 11 in Da Nang, Macedos Pirotecnia of Portugal was crowned champion of the 2026 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF), held under the theme "Connected Horizons."

On July 9, 2026, the Union of Friendship Organizations of Ca Mau held a training course on people-to-people diplomacy and foreign non-governmental organization (NGO) affairs, with the participation of 350 officials and employees. The program aimed to update attendees on new policies and guidelines, strengthen the capacity of those engaged in foreign affairs, and thereby enhance the effectiveness of mobilizing, managing, and utilizing international aid to support the province’s socio-economic development.