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Vietnam - ASEAN: 30 Years of Community Building and Shaping Future
On December 16 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS) organized an international scientific conference entitled “Vietnam - ASEAN: 30 Years of Community Building and Shaping the Future” to mark the 30th anniversary of Vietnam’s accession to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The conference was held in a hybrid format, combining in-person and online participation.
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Thanh Hoa Commits to Effective Implementation of Aid from Foreign Non-Governmental Organizations
On December 16 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), in coordination with the Thanh Hoa Provincial People’s Committee, organized the Conference on Strengthening Cooperation and Enhancing the Effectiveness of Aid between Thanh Hoa Province and Foreign Non-Governmental Organizations for the 2026-2030 period. At the conference, representatives of the Thanh Hoa Provincial People’s Committee affirmed the province’s commitment to more effectively implementing over USD 5 million in aid from foreign non-governmental organizations in the coming period.
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Vietnam Hands Over Remains of US Service Members Missing in Action
The 171st handover ceremony of the remains of US service members missing in action (MIA) in Vietnam was recently held at Gia Lam Airport in Hanoi.
Méndez Principles: Enhancing Legality and Effectiveness of Investigation Process
Within the framework of the workshop “Introduction to the Méndez Principles: Principles for Effective Interviewing in Investigation and Information Gathering,” held on December 11 in Quang Ninh, experts and international delegates discussed the scientific foundations and potential application of these principles to improve the quality of investigations, in line with Viet Nam’s international commitments.
Promoting Implementation of Convention against Torture through Introduction of Méndez Principles in Investigation and Information Gathering
On December 11 in Quang Ninh, the Ministry of Public Security, in coordination with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Viet Nam, organized a workshop titled “Introduction to the Méndez Principles - Principles for Effective Interviewing in Investigations and Information Gathering.” The event aimed to continue implementing the Party and State’s guidelines on ensuring human rights and enforcing the United Nations Convention against Torture (CAT).
Three Foreign Writers Spreading Vietnamese Language
Joe Ruelle, Marko Nikolic, and Jesse Peterson come from distant countries of the world, yet they have chosen to forge deep ties with Vietnam by writing literature in Vietnamese. For them, Vietnamese is not merely a tool for communication but also a medium for creativity - a way to tell stories, to understand, and to live within Vietnamese culture. Beyond recounting everyday life, they transform the language into a heartbeat that resonates with the culture, the people, and their own emotions.
Press and Media: Expanding Global Reach of Vietnamese Language
The press and media are playing a pivotal role in strengthening the presence of the Vietnamese language and expanding its reach within overseas Vietnamese communities. Through news articles, reports, teaching programs, and digital platforms, information on preserving, learning, and using Vietnamese is continuously disseminated, thereby fostering social consensus and connecting generations of overseas Vietnamese with their roots.
Win-Win Mechanisms Drive Cooperation Between Foreign NGOs and Businesses
The workshop “Enhancing Cooperation Effectiveness Between Viet Nam and Foreign Non-Governmental Organizations and the Participation of Businesses for Sustainable Development in Viet Nam” took place within the framework of the 5th International Conference on December 4. Participants proposed that the government reduce pre-check mechanisms and increase post-check mechanisms, establish a “co-design - co-implementation - co-evaluation” framework with local authorities, and promote a win-win cooperation model between foreign non-governmental organizations and businesses to optimize resources for Viet Nam’s sustainable development goals.
GNI Delivers Winter Clothes to Aid Over 12,000 Needy People in Phu Tho Province
Those winter clothes is essential to help ensure that those in need do not have to worry about facing the cold.
Ireland Funds EUR1.4 Million to Support Climate Resilience, Empower Ethnic Minority Women in Three Provinces
The Irish Ambassador in Vietnam just announced funding of EUR 1.4 million to support climate resilience and empower ethnic minority women in Phu Tho, Quang Tri, and Tuyen Quang provinces.
Foreign Tourists Join Hands in Post-Flood Recovery in Vietnam
In recent days, provinces such as Gia Lai, Dak Lak, and several coastal areas in Central Vietnam have faced severe storms and flooding. Once the floodwater began to recede, foreign tourists traveling in Vietnam stepped forward to support recovery efforts.
International Organizations Provide Emergency Aid To Disaster-Hit Localities In Vietnam
International assistance is being directed to Vietnamese localities that have been heavily affected by recent storms and floods, helping communities recover and stabilize their lives.
Synchronized Implementation of Enhanced Measures to Combat IUU Fishing
Strictly adhering to Official Telegram No. 198/CD-TTg, issued by the Prime Minister on October 17, 2025, regarding the "Peak Month for Combating Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing and the Sustainable Development of Vietnam’s Fisheries Sector," the Border Guard Command of Quang Ninh Province is mobilizing its full force. The agency is tightening maritime management and intensifying advocacy campaigns towards local fishermen.
Vietnamese Youth Join hands to Fight Antibiotic Resistance in Agriculture
This event highlighted the importance of Vietnam’s National Action Plan on AMR in Agriculture and One Health approach, which aims to reduce the misuse of antimicrobials in livestock and promote responsible practices across the agricultural sector.
Tan Hiep Phat and the 30–Year Journey: When Learning Becomes the DNA of Pioneers
In its more than three decades of development, Tan Hiep Phat has become known not only as a leading beverage group in Vietnam but also as a true learning organization where every member, at every level, continually learns, grows, and works together to shape the future.
Fueling Passion from the Welding Workshop: When Dreams Are Powered Every Day
The sharp clash of metal echoes through the workshop as welding sparks light up an entire corner. In the thick smell of steel and iron, 28-year-old welder Trường An steadily guides the welding torch, his eyes fixed on the glowing red seam. For many, this is a tough job done simply to earn a living. But for An, every solid weld is a building block for his dream of owning his own mechanical workshop someday.
November and the Final Sprints to Cool Down Life
November arrives as the sunlight softens, deadlines ease, and the city finally exhales after months of rushing.
Hitting Emotional Rock Bottom, Breaking Out of Burnout: Gen Z Head to the Mountains and the Sea to Cool Down Life
Just returning to work after more than a week off to defend her BMA Marketing thesis, Phương Nghi (28, brand manager in Ho Chi Minh City) decided to “skip work” again. She and two friends escaped the city and chose Da Lat as the place to cool down life.
Why You Should Drink Green Tea Every Day?
Green tea is one of the most popular types of tea in the world. Whether served hot or cold, it offers a cooling and soothing effect.
Gen Z Finds Their Chill with Zero Degree Green Tea During Stress Season
October marks a brief pause before the urban hustle enters its year-end pressure peak. As the heat of final-quarter meetings builds up, many young people choose to go against the flow: slowing down, cooling off with short getaways, or simply unwinding with a refreshing sip of green tea.
Three Foreigners Are “Ambassadors” of Vietnamese Language
Stephen Turban (US) is passionate about stand-up comedy; Kyo York from New York (US) is enamored with Trinh Cong Son’s music; and Andrey Nguyen (Russia) is fascinated by traditional Vietnamese cuisine. These three foreign young men came to Vietnam from distant countries, yet they share the same love for Vietnamese culture. To pursue that passion, they turned to the Vietnamese language as a bridge and a means of communication. By a stroke of fate, they have become “language ambassadors,” helping Vietnamese soar far and wide.
Multitasking and Juggling Jobs? No Big Deal. Gen Z Shares How They Stay Energized and Alert Despite Late Nights and Sleepless Hours
Energetic, multitasking, and always striving for growth, many young people today are willing to take on two or three jobs at once — not only to increase their income but also to sharpen their skills and expand their career experiences.
Fuel Up for Instant Alertness During Long Days and Late Nights
Driven, quick-thinking, and always looking for growth, today’s young professionals constantly seek out new fields to develop themselves. But when working day and night, effort alone isn’t enough. Many young people have their own “energy hacks” to stay alert, meet deadlines, boost creativity, and break through at work.
