Tran Ba Phuc: "Digital Front" Is Needed to Better Connect Overseas Vietnamese Communities
15:05 | 15/05/2026
Attending the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), Tran Ba Phuc, President of the Vietnamese Business Association in Australia, shared with VietnamTimes his views on the role of the Vietnamese community in Australia in people-to-people diplomacy, mobilizing overseas Vietnamese resources, and proposals to further enhance the role of the VFF in the new period.
HSF Reaffirms Its Role as Trusted Partner of Vietnam in Sustainable Development
14:29 | 15/05/2026
On May 14 in Hanoi, the German Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) held a ceremony marking its 15th anniversary of operations in Vietnam, celebrating a journey of cooperation and partnership in the fields of sustainable development, governance, social welfare, and climate change adaptation.
Vietnam Seeks Early and Effective Implementation of Hanoi Convention
14:04 | 15/05/2026
Vietnam highly values its cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and wishes to continue close coordination to promote the early entry into force of the Hanoi Convention, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of combating cybercrime and high-tech crime globally.
Indian PM Modi’s UAE visit to advance Strategic Defence Partnership
07:00 | 15/05/2026
PM Narendra Modi’s brief visit to the UAE enroute to Europe this week will seek to advance Strategic Defence Partnership, the Letter of Intent for which was signed in January during the visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Promoting Implementation of Ethnic Affairs Strategy Through 2030, with Vision to 2045
14:54 | 14/05/2026
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has signed Directive No. 19/CT-TTg dated May 12, 2026, issued by the Prime Minister on promoting the implementation of the Ethnic Affairs Strategy through 2030, with a vision to 2045.
From Desktops to Smartphones: Southeast Asia's Trading Transformation
14:05 | 14/05/2026
The finance industry in Southeast Asia is changing very rapidly, Singapore's long-standing dominance giving way to the emerging technology markets of Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Vietnam alone saw domestic securities trading accounts climb to 12.26 million by February 2026, according to VSDC.
India’s Engagement with ASEAN: Strengthening Mutual Trust
14:00 | 14/05/2026
The State of Southeast Asia 2026 Survey, releasedby ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, reveals a paradoxical trust deficit towards India. While India’s overall trust rating (38.5 per cent) marginally exceeds its distrust level (34.1 per cent) for the first time since 2019, this is a mirage when it comes to maritime Southeast Asian countries.
UAE Embassy Supports Construction of Restroom Facilities for Kindergarten in Tuyen Quang
11:13 | 14/05/2026
On March 15, the UAE Embassy in Hanoi completed a project to build new restroom facilities for Nam Dan Kindergarten, contributing to improved learning and living conditions for children in the mountainous province of Tuyen Quang.
Vietnam Fatherland Front Launches “Month for Listening to the People” and “Digital Villages”
10:45 | 14/05/2026
Following the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), VFF leaders announced that they will review all emulation movements, boldly terminate activities deemed merely formalistic, and simultaneously introduce new models such as the “Month for Listening to the People,” “Digital Front,” and “Digital Villages” to strengthen direct engagement with citizens and improve the effectiveness of supervision and social criticism.
Bui Thi Minh Hoai Re-elected President of Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee for 2026-2031
10:18 | 14/05/2026
On the morning of May 13, continuing the working agenda, the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) heard a report on the results of the first conference of the 11th Central Committee of the VFF for the 2026-2031 term.
Vietnam News Today (May 14): Vietnam, Singapore Trade Unions Strengthen Cooperation in Workforce Development
07:00 | 14/05/2026
Vietnam News Today (May 14): Vietnam, Laos ink 2026–2030 culture-tourism cooperation plan; Vietnam, Singapore trade unions strengthen cooperation in workforce development; Australia reaffirms development commitment to Vietnam with increased ODA funding; Vietnam shifts toward high-quality FDI as investors call for stronger reforms.
A Bridge Connecting Compatriots
15:38 | 13/05/2026
No matter where they live, Vietnamese people always turn their hearts toward their homeland. Therefore, whenever natural disasters or epidemics strike the country, overseas Vietnamese communities swiftly mobilize donations and support for their fellow citizens following appeals from the Vietnam Fatherland Front.
“Digital Front” - New Space for Reaching Out to, Receiving, and Responding to Public Feedback
10:50 | 13/05/2026
From a smartphone, many complaints and suggestions related to the environment, urban management, or daily life no longer have to wait for neighborhood meetings to be raised; instead, they are now sent directly to Zalo groups, fanpages, or online feedback portals operated by the Front. The “Digital Front” is therefore not merely about software or applications, but is reshaping how Front work reaches out to, receives, and responds to public feedback.
Five Key Priorities of the Vietnam Fatherland Front in the New Term
10:30 | 13/05/2026
On May 12, the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) for the 2026-2031 tenure officially opened in Hanoi. In his keynote address, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam emphasized that this Congress marks the beginning of a new development phase for the VFF, characterized by a new position, a new organizational model, and new tasks and requirements. He also stressed that the Front must truly serve as a place that unites the people’s will, reflects public aspirations, and protects the legitimate rights and interests of the people. The Party General Secretary and State President further highlighted five key groups of tasks for the VFF in the new tenure.
Modern Technology Implemented in Crackdown on IUU Fishing
09:58 | 13/05/2026
As part of efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and contribute to the nationwide push to remove the European Commission’s “yellow card,” Da Nang is applying modern science and technology and accelerating the digitalization of fisheries management in a transparent and modern manner.
National Steering Committee Strengthened for IUU Fight and Sustainable Fisheries
09:56 | 13/05/2026
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has been appointed head of the National Steering Committee on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, in a move aimed at strengthening inter-agency coordination, accelerating the implementation of international-standard measures and promoting the sustainable development of the fisheries sector.
New Policies Open Path for Young Tech Science Talent
09:55 | 13/05/2026
A series of new mechanisms and policies aimed at attracting and utilizing scientific and technological talent are being implemented simultaneously, ranging from recruitment into state agencies and incentives for experts and digital technology talent to direct investment in young research personnel. The move is considered a major shift in Vietnam’s approach to developing high-quality science and technology human resources.
Vietnam News Today (May 13): Government Chief Hails Positive Developments in Vietnam-China Relations
07:00 | 13/05/2026
Vietnam News Today (May 13): Government chief hails positive developments in Vietnam-China relations; EU’s global gateway strategy boosts sustainable investment, connectivity in Vietnam; ISI shows rising confidence in innovation among Vietnamese businesses; Vietnam Festival in Tokyo eyes higher turnout.
Vietnam Joins Annual Global Culture Festival in the RoK
15:04 | 12/05/2026
On May 10th, the Seongnam city government in Gyeonggi Province, Southern Seoul, held its 15th Global Culture Festival at City Hall Square with the theme "Experiencing Traditional Weddings Around the World." Several diplomatic missions, international organizations, and expats in the RoK attended.
Vietnamese-Origin Professor’s Research Featured at Prestigious Scientific Exhibition in the UK
15:01 | 12/05/2026
Professor Nguyen Thi Kim Thanh leads one of the most prominent exhibits - her research project on nanomaterials applied in disease diagnosis and treatment, in the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition 2026. This is considered one of the world's leading annual scientific events.
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