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Advancing Climate Resilience for Ethnic Minorities through the “MekongElevate” Project
Organized by CARE in Vietnam in coordination with the Son La Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the “MekongElevate: Green and Sustainable Adaptation for Ethnic Minorities” project is officially launched.
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Exciting Thai Culture Festival Opens in Hanoi
From March 27 to 29, the "Thai Rhythm Festival in Hanoi 2026" took place at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, centered on the theme “Creative Life – Creative Rhythm”. This free, open-to-public event was organized by the Royal Thai Embassy in Hanoi.
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Semi-boarding Kitchens Nourish Futures for Children in Dong Thap, Quang Tri
Semi-boarding kitchens at Tan Thanh A Kindergarten in Dong Thap and the Pa Ling campus in Quang Tri have recently been handed over, as part of efforts to support the “Nutrition for Poor and Disabled Children” program launched by the Vietnam Red Cross Society. The initiative aims to improve nutrition as well as learning and living conditions for disadvantaged children.
Ireland and UNDP Deepen Partnership to Promote Inclusive Governance in Vietnam
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Recently, Irish Minister of State Charlie McConalogue T.D. officially announced €400,000 in funding to the United Nations Development Programme to continue Ireland’s support for the Provincial Governance and Public Administration Performance Index (PAPI) in Vietnam in 2026.
March 23, 2026 | 15:46
Vietnam’s Religious Freedom in Practice: Law, Participation, and Living Faith
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The increase of more than 10 million followers of various religions over the past 20 years is clear evidence that the Party and the State not only do not hinder but also facilitate religious freedom.
March 20, 2026 | 15:21
International Scholars: Elections in Vietnam Reinforce Legal Foundation for New Stage of Development
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International experts and legislators have assessed that the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term is a major political event, contributing to strengthening the legal foundation for Vietnam’s development process in a new phase.
March 18, 2026 | 09:04
Election to National Assembly and People’s Councils: Significant Event Strengthening Power of Vietnamese People
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A Cuban expert has noted that since the country’s reunification, Vietnam has made continuous efforts to uphold and strengthen the power of the people, a principle reflected comprehensively and consistently across its system.
March 17, 2026 | 10:18
Touching Moments as Centenarian Voters in Yen Lang (Ha Noi) Cast Their Ballots
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On the morning of March 15, amid the solemn and vibrant atmosphere of the nationwide festival in which citizens participated in the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, touching scenes were witnessed in Yen Lang Commune (Hanoi) as elderly voters leaned on canes to make their way to polling stations, leaving a deep impression on election officials and local residents.
March 15, 2026 | 18:12
Vietnam’s Elections Through the Eyes of International Friends: Vibrant, Transparent, and Increasingly Modern
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Brilliant red flags with yellow stars line many streets, campaign posters appear across residential areas, and a wide range of communication activities are being carried out on digital platforms - these are familiar images in the days leading up to the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term in Vietnam, as observed by many international friends.
March 12, 2026 | 10:18
Preventing Sabotage Tactics on Election Day
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The election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and to People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term is a major political event of the country. It demonstrates the people’s mastery, affirming the nature of the socialist rule-of-law state of the people, by the people, and for the people.
March 11, 2026 | 10:56
Yen Lang Commune (Hanoi) “Finishes Early” in Election Preparations
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That is the general assessment made by several inspection bodies and confirmed through our recent field observations in Yen Lang Commune (Hanoi). To further clarify this matter, VietnamTimes Magazine interviewed Lo Xuan Hoa, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Committee of the commune.
March 11, 2026 | 07:08
Vietnam and UNODC Strengthen Cooperation in Combating Human Trafficking
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On March 9 in Hanoi, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in coordination with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), organized an awareness-raising event on human trafficking aimed at forcing victims to commit crimes in scam centers. The event also introduced UNODC’s campaign #TrappedInScamCrime (#Mắcbẫytộiphạmlừađảo) in Vietnam.
March 10, 2026 | 15:34
Launch of MekongElevate Project “Green and Sustainable Adaptation for Ethnic Minority Communities”
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On March 4 in Dak Lak Province, CARE in Vietnam, in collaboration with the Center for Community Development (CDC), officially launched the MekongElevate project titled “Green and Sustainable Adaptation for Ethnic Minority Communities.”
March 06, 2026 | 14:12
Vu Van Tien: Commitments Must Not Be Treated as Slogans but as Disciplined Action and Accountability to Voters
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On March 5 in Hai Phong City, the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hai Phong City held a voter meeting with candidates for the 16th National Assembly (constituency No. 6). At the meeting, the candidates presented their action programs to voters, emphasizing a spirit of responsibility, innovation, and substantive commitments should they be elected to the National Assembly.
March 05, 2026 | 16:40
Australia-funded GREAT 2 Lao Cai Project Supports Nearly 6,000 Households
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This figure was announced at a regular meeting held on March 4 by the Steering Committee of the project “Promoting Gender Equality through Enhancing the Economic Efficiency of Agricultural Production and Tourism Development in Lao Cai Province” (the Australia-funded GREAT 2 Lao Cai Project). The meeting aimed to review implementation progress, discuss the Year 3 activity plan, and propose budget allocations for several sub-projects.
March 05, 2026 | 14:42
Bringing Election Information to Every Village, Parish, and Border Area
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Preparations for March 15 - the election day for deputies to the 16th National Assembly and members of People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term are being carried out in an urgent and serious manner across localities nationwide. In remote and mountainous communes and areas inhabited by ethnic minorities, voter outreach and communication activities are organized in ways suited to local characteristics and community customs.
March 02, 2026 | 11:18
From Village to Lecture Hall to Learn “Code”
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Through the “Girls in Tech” project supported by Plan International Vietnam, many students in remote villages in Quang Tri have been assisted in pursuing their dreams.
March 02, 2026 | 07:11
Application of Population Data and VNeID Enhances Efficiency of Election Organization
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The utilization of the National Population Database and the VNeID electronic identification application is being implemented in a coordinated manner in preparation for the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and deputies to the People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term. These digital solutions contribute to improving the accuracy of voter lists, enhancing transparency, and ensuring adherence to the election timeline nationwide.
March 02, 2026 | 07:05
FAVIJA and Japanese Students Donate Wheelchairs to Persons with Disabilities in Vietnam
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From February 24-25, 2026, the Vietnam-Japan International Exchange Organization (FAVIJA), in coordination with volunteer students from the Rotary Club of Chuo University (Japan), presented 10 wheelchairs free of charge to disadvantaged children and persons with disabilities in several southern provinces and cities of Vietnam.
February 27, 2026 | 10:40
Foreigners Satisfied with Cost of Living in Vietnam
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According to InterNations - a platform specializing in assessing the quality of life of expatriate communities worldwide, Vietnam has once again been voted the country with the lowest cost of living in the world in 2026. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Vietnam has held this position.
February 24, 2026 | 10:43
Vietnamese Tet - Where “Friends from Afar” Find a Sense of Belonging
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From pots of banh chung simmering over red embers through the night, to family reunion meals and the red envelopes exchanged at the start of the year, the Lunar New Year is not only a traditional celebration of the Vietnamese people but has also become a profound cultural experience for many foreigners living and working in Vietnam.
February 22, 2026 | 09:11
Ho Chi Minh’s Legacy in the Land of Roses - Bulgaria
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Ho Chi Minh’s legacy is not only preserved in Vietnam but also lives on vividly in many countries around the world, including the Republic of Bulgaria - the Land of Roses.
February 21, 2026 | 08:14
Vietnam Continues to Work with UNESCO to Safeguard Cultural Diversity in the Digital Era
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Attending the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions (hereinafter referred to as the 2005 Convention), held at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France, Vietnam reaffirmed its commitment to effectively implementing the Convention while emphasizing the need to strengthen international cooperation and refine implementation mechanisms in the digital environment amid the rapid development of technology and artificial intelligence.
February 19, 2026 | 15:07
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