Expats in Vietnam
Football and Friendship Unite 20 International Teams in Hanoi
ISA 7s World Cup - Hanoi 2026, an international seven-a-side football tournament, will take place on October 31 and November 1 at Hoang Mai Stadium in Hanoi, bringing together 20 teams representing international communities in Vietnam to celebrate cultural diversity, international friendship and the unifying power of football.
Viets Home
Over 2,300 Hai Phong Students Gain Access to STEAM Learning Spaces and Psychological Counseling
On October 14 in Hai Phong, World Vision International in Viet Nam and KB Securities inaugurated the “Rainbow Classroom” project, introducing STEAM learning spaces and psychological counseling services to three schools, thereby supporting over 2,300 students and enhancing the skills of 50 teachers.
Viets Home
260 Households in Lai Chau Receive Emergency Aid Following Floods and Landslides
On October 14-15, World Vision International in Viet Nam, in partnership with the Lai Chau Red Cross Society, delivered emergency assistance to 260 households affected by floods and landslides in Dao San and Si Lo Lau communes. Each household received VND 4 million in support to help meet essential needs and aid recovery efforts following the disaster.
Bringing Disaster Preparedness Skills into Schools
On October 13 in Thanh Hoa Province, Save the Children International, in coordination with Hong Duc University, held a communications event to mark the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, observed annually on October 13. The event introduced educational models designed to help school and university students proactively respond to natural disasters and climate change.
Eight More Sets of Martyrs’ Remains Found at Le Thi Rieng Park
By the end of October 15, search and recovery teams had recovered 739 sets of martyrs’ remains at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City. Of these, 731 sets had been commemorated and buried during the first phase. On October 15 alone, the teams discovered another eight sets of martyrs’ remains in Area B.
International Resources Support Climate Education and Forest Restoration in Thanh Hoa
More than 11,000 student participations in climate education activities and the planting of 44,440 melaleuca trees across 10 hectares of forest in Ben En National Park are among the key achievements of the project “Enhancing climate change resilience for children and communities through climate education and afforestation in Thanh Hoa province.” Implemented from 2024 to 2026 with support from Hyundai Engineering, the project is a collaborative initiative involving Save the Children, Hong Duc University and Ben En National Park.
Vietnamese and RoK Doctors Provide Free Surgery for Children with Birth Defects in HCMC
Vietnamese and RoK doctors have jointly carried out a free surgical program for children with congenital disabilities at Military Hospital 175 in Ho Chi Minh City.
Inspired by Her Father’s Words, Do Thi Hue Has Spent 15 Years Empowering People with Disabilities
“You are not inferior to anyone. So you must believe in yourself. I have never been disappointed in you. On the contrary, you have made me very proud.”
Returning to Viet Nam Is Like Coming Home
On a dry, sunny afternoon in Henan, China, I look back through old photographs from Viet Nam. Over 14 years, since my first business trip to explore the market, I have found a bridge that has shaped my life: my wife from Ben Tre and the heartfelt meals we have shared. To me, returning to Viet Nam is like coming home.
Eight Additional Remains of Fallen Soldiers Discovered at Le Thi Rieng Park
On October 3, the team searching for and recovering the remains of fallen soldiers at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City discovered eight additional sets of remains in Zone B, bringing the total recovered since June 23 to 713.
UAE Culture Comes Alive in Hanoi
From exhibition spaces and heritage, cultural and artistic experiences to traditional cuisine and the Al Ayala dance performed by Vietnamese students, activities organized by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) brought UAE culture closer to the public at the World Cultural Festival in Hanoi.
WVI and Dien Bien Chart Next Chapter in Support for Children
Over the past 20 years, World Vision International (WVI) has implemented seven area development programmes and a range of relief and community development projects in Dien Bien, providing US$46.4 million in aid to support children and communities in disadvantaged areas. At a conference marking the milestone on September 29, local authorities and WVI reviewed the partnership and outlined priorities for sustaining its impact and supporting more children in the years ahead.
Tuyen Quang: New Space for Reading, Experiential Learning and Career Guidance for Kim Xuyen Students
A new library at Kim Xuyen High School in Hong Son Commune, Tuyen Quang Province has been equipped to support reading, experiential learning, skills development and career guidance activities for students. The project has a total budget of US$108,000 and is expected to directly benefit 1,500 students and teachers.
Finding Confidence in Learning English
Speaking to Viet Nam Times Magazine, Luke Bradley, Senior Group Learning Experience Manager at Apollo English, shared what has impressed him about Vietnamese children in their English-learning journey: their positivity, perseverance and the small steps that help them become increasingly confident.
Dien Bien Buries Remains of 10 Fallen Soldiers at Tong Khao Martyrs' Cemetery
On September 25, Dien Bien province held a memorial service and burial ceremony for the remains of 10 fallen soldiers recovered from the Him Lam area at Tong Khao Martyrs' Cemetery in Thanh Nua commune.
My New Home: An Invitation to Visit
An invitation to sing karaoke from strangers in Ben Tre, a helping hand along a mountain road in Ha Giang, shared meals and encounters in a foreign land… Each of these small moments has gradually made me see Vietnam as home. If you ask me where my new home is, I will invite you here - a place where people who have never met can still treat one another with the warmth of family.
Foreigners Tell Vietnam’s Stories in Vietnamese
Seven international teams of contestants chose a variety of topics on Vietnam’s history, culture and daily life to present at the final round of the National Vietnamese-Language Public Speaking Contest for Foreigners - Da Nang 2026.
Extending Care, Bringing Joy to Children This Mid-Autumn Festival
From children who lost their parents during the pandemic to those facing difficult circumstances, Tan Hiep Phat continues to stand alongside children during the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival, bringing gifts and care to communities in many localities.
Five Years of “Walking Through Life with Children”: The Love That Remained After the Pandemic
Five years on, the children who lost their fathers or mothers to COVID-19 have gradually grown up. Some have learned to study independently and help their grandparents around the house.
500-Day Campaign: 2,803 Martyrs’ Remains Recovered
As of September 23, 2026, the forces involved in the campaign had searched for and recovered 2,803 sets of martyrs’ remains in Viet Nam, Laos and Cambodia. At the same time, samples had been collected from nearly 200,000 martyrs’ graves, reaching 94.78% of the target.
A Woman with Cerebral Palsy Turns Her Job Search into a Journey of Creating Opportunities
After being rejected 21 times when applying for jobs, Trần Ngọc Ánh did not give up on her desire for independence.
Healthy Body, Strong Mind
Helping students step onto the playing field with confidence, connect with their peers and feel more open with their teachers, the “Sports Spaces for Mental Health” model implemented by Plan International uses physical activity as a way to help children recognise their emotions, strengthen connections and seek help when they encounter difficulties.
Career Guidance Through Familiar Everyday Activities
Growing a vegetable patch, making a batch of tofu, learning how to care for livestock, or observing a mechanic at work... Familiar everyday activities are becoming career-orientation lessons for students at Yen Minh Primary and Secondary School in Yen Minh Commune, Tuyen Quang Province. With the support of Plan International, the school is gradually bringing career-related experiences closer to the students’ daily lives.
Most read
Spreading Responsibility for Safeguarding Party’s Ideological Foundation from Viet Nam to International Community
09:47 | 20/10/2026
Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 20): Top Leader Arrives in Copenhagen, Beginning State Visit to Denmark
09:10 | 20/10/2026
