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Local Diplomacy Increasingly Emerges as Frontline of International Integration
On June 10 in Ho Chi Minh City, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held the 2026 Conference of Leaders of Local Foreign Affairs Agencies to review local external affairs work and discuss orientations and solutions to improve the effectiveness of external relations activities in the new period.
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Journey to a Brighter Future for Students in Remote Muong Nhe
Deep in the forests of Muong Nhe, a border-area school once burdened by severe shortages has undergone a remarkable transformation. Behind this change lies the journey of an open letter sent from Vietnam’s western frontier, connecting compassionate hearts thousands of kilometers away.
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Peace Trees Vietnam Supports Education Improvement in Quang Tri
The non-project "Education Support in Quang Tri Province for 2026-2027," funded by Peace Trees Vietnam with a total budget of more than VND 3 billion, includes four key components aimed at improving the overall quality of education, promoting reading culture, enhancing early childhood care, and narrowing educational access gaps between regions.
From Temporary Classrooms in A Pa Chai to 100% Graduation Rate
Amid the vast mountains of the highlands, simple classrooms still echo with the sound of students reading aloud. Under the early summer sunshine, Hmong and Ha Nhi ethnic minority students study attentively, continuing a story of perseverance and a desire for change through education.
Hung Yen - Japan: Strengthening Connectivity, Promoting Investment - Trade Cooperation, and Expanding Relations
On June 3, the People’s Committee of Hung Yen Province, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam, organized the Hung Yen-Japan Connectivity Program. The event aimed to strengthen connectivity, promote investment and trade cooperation, and expand relations between Hung Yen Province and Japanese partners and businesses in a new stage of development.
Gia Lai Allocates Over VND 2.1 Trillion for Safe Housing Projects
In 2026, Gia Lai Province is implementing 16 emergency resettlement and population stabilization projects in disaster-prone areas, with a total investment of more than VND 2.1 trillion. The projects aim to provide safe housing for 1,495 households across eight communes that face high risks of landslides, flooding, and other natural disasters.
Ho Chi Minh City And Italian Businesses Promote Strategic Cooperation
At the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Republic of Italy, on the evening of June 2nd, the leaders of Ho Chi Minh City affirmed that they will continue to create favorable conditions for the Italian Consulate General and the Italian business community to operate effectively, while promoting extensive multifaceted cooperation.
Vietnam-Sweden Children's Film Week Opens in Hanoi
On June 1, 2026, the Vietnam Film Institute, in collaboration with the Swedish Embassy in Vietnam, organized the opening ceremony of the Vietnam-Sweden Children's Film Week at Ngoc Khanh Cinema (Vietnam Film Institute).
Nguyen Anh Tuan Re-Elected President of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour
At the 14th Congress of the Vietnam Trade Union for the 2026–2031 term, Nguyen Anh Tuan was re-elected as President of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL). The 14th Executive Committee, comprising 135 official members, was also consolidated.
14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress to Elect 135 Members to New Executive Committee
The 14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress for the 2026–2031 term will elect 135 members to the 14th Executive Committee of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL).
Vietnam and France Promote Parliamentary and Defense-Security Cooperation
During meetings with a delegation from the French National Assembly's Defense and Armed Forces Committee on June 2, leaders of Vietnam's National Assembly and Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the need to strengthen parliamentary cooperation, advance strategic areas of collaboration, and make defense-security cooperation a key pillar of bilateral relations.
Vietnam, China, Laos, and Myanmar Launch Joint Anti-Drug Crime Crackdown
On the afternoon of June 2 in Hanoi, Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security convened a conference to launch a joint awareness campaign and coordinated offensive against drug-related crimes involving Vietnam, China, Laos, and Myanmar. The three-month operation will run from June 15 to September 15, 2026, focusing on border areas and major drug hotspots across the four countries.
Malaysian Expert: Vietnam Contributes to ASEAN’s Peace, Stability, and Development
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and State President To Lam’s visits to Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines demonstrate Vietnam’s efforts to position itself as a more active leader and coordinator within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). This assessment was made by strategic security analyst Collins Chong Yew Keat of the University of Malaya in an interview with a correspondent in Kuala Lumpur on June 1.
9,950 Prisoners Granted Amnesty from June 1, 2026
The President of Vietnam has decided to grant amnesty to 9,950 prisoners currently serving prison sentences who meet the conditions stipulated by law. The decision takes effect on June 1, 2026, reaffirming the Party and State’s policy of clemency and humanitarianism while creating opportunities for those granted amnesty to reintegrate into society.
14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress: Innovating to Accompany Workers in a New Era
The 14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress for the 2026-2031 term will take place in Hanoi from June 3-5 amid the country’s ongoing efforts to advance digital transformation, deepen international integration, and build new productive forces. With a strong emphasis on organizational reform, innovation in operational methods, and improving the quality of trade union personnel, the Congress is expected to usher in a new phase of development for the Trade Union organization, enabling it to better accompany, represent, and protect workers’ rights and interests.
500 People in Gia Lai Province Trained in Disaster Response
From May 27-30, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Vietnam, in coordination with the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority (VDDMA) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, organized a series of training sessions and disaster response drills in Cat Tien and Ngo May communes, Gia Lai Province, to strengthen community preparedness and response capacity.
Sharing Love with Vulnerable Children on International Children's Day
From May 30-31, 2026, the program “Compassionate onnection Day for Children” was held at the Hanoi Children's Palace, 17 Pham Hung Street, Hanoi, featuring a wide range of meaningful activities for children with disabilities and children facing especially difficult circumstances.
Legacy of Eight National Congresses of Vietnam Farmers’ Union: Journey of Renewal and Development of Vietnam’s Peasantry
From the 1st National Congress in 1988 to the 8th National Congress for the 2023-2028 term, the National Congresses of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union have not only marked the growth and maturity of the Union itself but have also vividly reflected the increasingly important role of the peasantry in the country’s renewal process, agricultural development, new-style rural development, and international integration.
JVPF Supports Disadvantaged Students and Agent Orange Victims
During a working visit to Bac Ninh on May 25-26, a delegation from the Japan-Viet Nam Peace and Friendship Promotion Council (JVPF) said it would continue implementing support activities for disadvantaged students and victims of Agent Orange/dioxin, while strengthening cultural and educational exchanges and cooperation between the two sides.
14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress to Take Place from June 3-5
According to the plan, the 14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress for the 2026-2031 tenure will take place from June 3-5 at the National Convention Center in Hanoi. This is an important political event for the working class and the Vietnam Trade Union organization, taking place as the country continues to promote industrialization, modernization, digital transformation, and deep international integration.
9th National Congress of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union to Take Place from June 7-8
The 9th National Congress of Delegates of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union (VFU) for the 2026-2031 term will take place from June 7-8 at the Vietnam National Convention Center in Hanoi under the theme “Solidarity, Democracy, Breakthrough, Cooperation, Development.”
Beyond the Classroom: Muong Nhe’s Teachers Help Families Escape Poverty
Under the blazing late-May sun of the border district of Dien Bien, the staff, teachers, and employees of Nam Po Ethnic Boarding Primary School joined hands to dig holes for planting coffee trees for disadvantaged households. On the steep hillsides, each shovel of earth carried more than simple labor - it reflected a spirit of solidarity, compassion, and the deep bond between the school and the local community.
Preserving Beauty of Roya Haji Festival in Lives of Cham People in An Giang
In the spiritual life of the Cham Muslim community in An Giang, Roya Haji Festival is not only a sacred religious celebration but also a symbol of community solidarity, compassion, and the aspiration to preserve traditional cultural identity.
