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Mikhail Osin: “I cannot imagine what life would be like without Vietnamese language.”
On an autumn afternoon in Moscow, in a small room of the Institute of Asian and African Studies at Moscow State University (MGU), third-year student Mikhail Osin was deeply engrossed in reading his favorite Vietnamese book, Southern Forest Land. “I chose to study Vietnamese not merely to learn another foreign language, but to understand a culture. It is the key that opens the door to the hearts of my dear Vietnamese friends,” said Mikhail Osin.
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Promoting Vietnamese as Accessible and Friendly Language
This is the perspective shared by Dr. Tran Huu Tri, Head of the Faculty of Vietnamese and Southeast Asian Linguistics and Culture at the University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, regarding efforts to make Vietnamese a “bridge language” in the region and the world.
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Promoting Vietnam-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
On the afternoon of October 26, in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Vietnamese Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung had a meeting with Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan, when accompanying Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to the 47th ASEAN Summit and related summits.
Khanh Hoa Police Strengthen Law Enforcement and Support Services for Foreign Residents and Tourists
The increasing number of foreign visitors coming to Khanh Hoa for vacations and long-term stays in recent years is a positive sign for the province’s tourism and economic investment activities. However, this trend has also posed urgent demands on the management of foreign nationals. The tireless efforts of the police force have significantly contributed to strengthening Khanh Hoa’s tourism brand and promoting local socio-economic development.
First Autumn Fair - 2025: Connecting People with Production and Business
On the evening of October 25 in Hanoi, the Opening Ceremony of the First Autumn Fair - 2025 took place with the theme "Connecting people with production and business". The event was assigned by the Prime Minister to the Ministry of Industry and Trade to preside, in coordination with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Hanoi City People's Committee and other ministries, branches and localities.
Hanoi Convention: Identifying and Combating High-Tech Fraud Crimes
In the context of increasingly sophisticated cybercrime, the Hanoi Convention is expected to establish a framework for international cooperation, enhancing the capacity to prevent, identify, and respond to high-tech fraud schemes.
WHO Donates 9,000 Doses of Life-saving Rabies Vaccine to High-risk Provinces in Vietnam
On October 22, the World Health Organization (WHO) donated 9,000 doses of human rabies vaccine to save the lives of people bitten by rabid dogs in two high-risk provinces in Vietnam - Phu Tho and Tuyen Quang.
Many International Organizations Support Vietnam in Overcoming Consequences of Natural Disasters
In response to the severe damage caused by recent natural disasters in many parts of Vietnam, international organizations and foreign governments have promptly provided financial aid, relief goods, and essential supplies, helping residents in Lang Son, Cao Bang, Thai Nguyen, Tuyen Quang, Bac Ninh, and other provinces to overcome hardships and stabilize their lives.
Samaritan’s Purse Supports People in Ha Tinh and Tuyen Quang in Overcoming Aftermath of Storm No. 10
From October 14 to 16, Samaritan’s Purse, in collaboration with the Department of Dyke Management and Natural Disaster Prevention and Control under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, carried out emergency relief operations for people affected by Storm No. 10 in Ha Tinh and Tuyen Quang provinces.
Vietnam Welcomes US' Objective Assessment in Human Trafficking Report
On October 16, 2025, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ regular press conference, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam responded to a reporter’s question regarding the US Department of State’s release of the 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report (TIP Report).
Plan International Vietnam Provides Emergency Assistance in Tuyen Quang
On the afternoon of October 16, 2025, the first 20 households in Xin Man Commune, Tuyen Quang Province, received multipurpose cash assistance from Plan International Vietnam. The support aims to help local residents proactively cover essential needs such as food, medicine, clothing, and home repairs following two consecutive storms, No. 10 and No. 11.
Save the Children Japan Improves Livelihoods and Healthcare for Women and Children in Mountainous Areas
On October 17 in Hanoi, the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam and Save the Children Japan signed a grant agreement for the project “Improving Livelihoods for Ethnic Minority Communities in Son La Province through Agriculture and Nutrition Enhancement.” This marks the third and final year of the project, with a total budget of USD 1.8 million for the three-year period (2023-2026).
Joint Project Launched to Improve Road Safety for Child, Adolescent
The World Health Organization (WHO) Vietnam Office and the Asia Injury Prevention (AIP) Foundation, together with 15 partners, on October 14 have launched the Vietnam Project 2000 road safety partnership to support the Vietnamese government to improve road safety for children and adolescents.
Vietnam Pavilion Wins Silver Award for “Best Exhibition Design” at EXPO 2025
Since Vietnam officially began participating in World Expositions (EXPO) in 2000, this marks the first time the Vietnam Pavilion has been honored with a Silver Award in the category of “Best Exhibition Design” at EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
Vietnam Emphasizes Message of Placing People at Center of All Development Processes
On October 13, on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly, the Vietnamese delegation, led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang, carried out a series of diplomatic activities, reaffirming Vietnam’s message of placing people at the center of all development processes and calling on the international community to adopt this approach amid the world’s ongoing challenges.
Plan International Vietnam Provides Emergency Relief of 1.5 billion VND to Tuyen Quang
Plan International Vietnam deployed an emergency support package worth EUR 50,000 Euros (equivalent to VND 1.5 billion) in response to the recent heavy damage from rain and floods in the Northern side of Vietnam, specifically in Tuyen Quang province.
Closing Ceremony of the First World Culture Festival in Hanoi
On the evening of October 12, at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Hanoi People’s Committee, held the closing ceremony of the First World Culture Festival in Hanoi 2025.
When Female Students’ Voices are Heard
The Girls Takeover movement is being embraced with energy and inspiration, empowering girls to raise their voices and lead change.
World Culture Festival in Hanoi Raises VND 2.5 Billion for Flood Victims
On the evening of October 11 at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, a charity auction took place as part of the First World Culture Festival in Hanoi. The event aimed to raise funds in support of residents affected by recent floods.
Opening of First Cultures of World Festival in Hanoi: Connecting People to People
The opening ceremony of the first Cultures of World Festival in Hanoi took place at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel Center (Thang Long Heritage Conservation Center, Hanoi) on the evening of October 10.
11 Vietnamese Universities Named in Times Higher Education World Rankings 2026
This year, Nguyen Tat Thanh University and the University of Da Nang are two new names appearing in the ranking for the first time.
Support for Preventing Early Marriage among Children in Lai Chau
Plan International Vietnam in Lai Chau has recently coordinated with local schools to organize a series of activities titled “Mid-Autumn Festival for Children - Empowering Girls.” The program integrated communication on comprehensive sexual and reproductive health education, aiming to prevent early marriage among children.
Samaritan’s Purse Supports Vietnamese Provinces Hit by Storm No. 10 and Flooding
On October 8, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment issued Decisions No. 4156/QĐ-BNNMT and No. 4157/QĐ-BNNMT regarding the receipt of emergency international aid from Samaritan’s Purse (United States) to support residents of Lang Son, Ha Tinh, and Tuyen Quang provinces in overcoming the aftermath of Storm No. 10 and subsequent flooding.
