Overseas Vietnamese
Creating Vietnamese Language Space for Vietnamese Community in Japan
12 contestants took part in the final round of the “I Love My Mother Tongue” contest in Higashi Osaka City, Japan on August 23. The contest provides a space for using Vietnamese, encourages families to maintain their mother tongue, and helps younger generations learn more about Viet Nam’s history, culture, and traditions.
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnamese Community in Singapore Urged to Contribute to Deeper Bilateral Ties
Standing member of the Secretariat Tran Cam Tu encouraged experts and intellectuals overseas to contribute knowledge and technology to the homeland's development.
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnam’s 81st National Day Celebrated in Malaysia
Amid celebrations of Vietnam’s National Day on September 2, the Vietnamese community in Malaysia expressed pride in the country’s development, while placing their trust in Vietnam and voicing their desire to contribute to the homeland.
Vietnam, Brunei Strengthen Education and Training Cooperation
On August 18th, a meeting between Vietnamese Ambassador to Brunei Do Thuy Duong and Vice-Chancellor of the National University of Brunei Darussalam (UBD) Dr. Hazri Kifle was held. The two sides discuss measures to promote educational and training cooperation between Vietnam and Brunei.
Vietnamese Community in Norway Bridges Vietnam - Norway Friendship and Cooperation
The Vietnamese Ambassador to Norway believed the Vietnamese community in Norway would continue to uphold the spirit of solidarity, act as a bridge to promote friendly relations and cooperation between Vietnam and Norway, preserve their cultural identity and the Vietnamese language, actively integrate into local society as well as that of the homeland.
Vietnamese Community in Bangkok Celebrates National Day, 50 Years of Ties
Recently, the Association of Thai people of Vietnamese origin in Bangkok and surrounding areas held a ceremony on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, to celebrate the 81st anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2, 1945-September 2, 2026) and the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-Thailand diplomatic relations (August 6, 1976-August 6, 2026).
Supporting Vietnamese Citizens Following Kumamoto Earthquake (Japan)
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
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
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.
Promoting Vietnamese Language Teaching, Learning, Cultural Exchanges and Connections with Homeland
On August 12, in Hanoi, the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in coordination with ministries, sectors, localities and Vietnamese representative missions abroad, held a ceremony to review the 2026 Vietnamese Language Honoring Day for the Vietnamese community abroad.
Building Vietnamese Community in New Zealand and South Pacific Island Countries for Stronger Development
On the evening of August 12 (local time), in Auckland, New Zealand, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President To Lam and a high-level Vietnamese delegation met with officials and staff of the Embassy of Vietnam, representatives of the Vietnamese community in New Zealand, and Vietnamese communities in South Pacific island countries.
More Opportunities for Vietnamese Community to Connect and Promote Vietnam-New Zealand Relations
The State Visit to New Zealand by General Secretary and President To Lam is expected to provide fresh momentum for Vietnam and New Zealand to expand cooperation in education and training, joint research and innovation, while creating more opportunities for the Vietnamese community to play a deeper role in connecting and promoting bilateral relations.
Third Vietnamese Community Badminton Tournament in Japan 2026
The third Vietnamese Community Badminton Tournament in Japan 2026 (held at Izumi Tachikawa Gymnasium in Tokyo) attracted nearly 300 athletes.
Overseas Vietnamese Experts and Intellectuals Join Efforts to Address Major Science and Technology Challenges
On August 10, 2026, in Hanoi, the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a workshop entitled “Building and developing networks of experts and intellectuals in strategic technology fields.” At the workshop, delegates called for further improvements to mechanisms and policies to create more favourable conditions for the participation of overseas Vietnamese experts and intellectuals in addressing major challenges and undertaking science and technology tasks in the country.
Top Leader Receives Vietnamese Intellectuals, Scientists in Australia
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam urged Vietnamese intellectuals and scientists in Australia to further strengthen great national unity, promote Vietnamese cultural values, mentor younger generations and Vietnamese students studying in Australia, and help foster closer community ties.
Politburo Issues Resolution on Overseas Vietnamese Affairs
On behalf of the Politburo, General Secretary and State President To Lam has signed the Politburo's Resolution on Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (Resolution No. 23-NQ/TW, dated August 2, 2026).
Vietnamese Community Mobilises Relief Efforts in Wake of Kumamoto Earthquake
As of the morning of August 2, no additional casualties have been reported among the Vietnamese community following the earthquake that struck Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28. One Vietnamese worker was killed and another injured. Vietnamese associations have been delivering drinking water and food to affected workers.
Vietnamese Cultural Day Brings the Community Together in Germany
On August 2, the Vietnamese Students' Association in Hamburg organised Vietnam Culture Day 2026 in the northern German city of Hamburg, creating a space for community connection while showcasing the distinctive features of Vietnamese culture, arts and cuisine to local residents and international friends.
Overseas Vietnamese Support Disadvantaged People in the Czech Republic
On the morning of July 31, at Giac Dao Pagoda in Cheb, the Czech Republic, the Association of Vietnamese People - Asia Dragon trade center - Cheb City and surrounding areas, in coordination with the Buddhist Association of Giac Dao Pagoda, organized the handover of the first batch of relief supplies under a charitable program supporting disadvantaged people in the Karlovy Vary Region.
Vietnamese in Japan Rescue Victim and Provide Relief After Earthquake in Kumamoto
Five Vietnamese workers and local residents rescued a nearly 90-year-old woman from a collapsed house in Yatsuhiro city, Kumamoto, Japan. Vietnamese missions, associations, and volunteers also urgently delivered food and drinking water to earthquake-affected areas in Kumamoto.
Building Bridges Connecting Overseas Vietnamese with the Homeland
As Vietnam enters a new era of national development, the important contributions of overseas Vietnamese, those living far from home but always turning towards their homeland and roots, cannot be overlooked.
New Common Home Strengthens the Vietnamese Community in Republic of Korea
The Vietnamese Association in Asan City serves as a common home that brings the community together and supports members in settling their lives and integrating into local society, while contributing to stronger people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and Republic of Korea.
Overseas Vietnamese in Germany Hold Ceremony Honoring Fallen Heroes and Martyrs
The Union of Vietnamese Women's Associations in Germany, in coordination with Pho Da Pagoda, organized a grand requiem ceremony in remembrance of fallen heroes and martyrs, along with a tribute program honoring relatives of martyrs' families living in Germany.
