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Green industrial parks: A new edge for investment
Economy 20:40 21/10/2026As global supply chains prioritise sustainability, Vietnam is accelerating the development of green industrial parks. Highlighted during Vietnam Climate Week, this transition integrates smart resource management, green financing and renewable energy to lower emissions. By expanding eco-industrial models, Vietnam aims to reduce operating costs, attract high-quality foreign investment and strengthen its competitive edge as a sustainable global manufacturing destination.
Special Live Coverage: Heritage Flow
Special Coverage Live 20:55 30/09/2026What does heritage mean in the modern era? Join us for a special 60-minute broadcast as we explore how historical legacy intersects with contemporary life and shapes the future of culture!
Special Live Coverage: UNGA 81 - The world at a crossroads
Special Coverage Live 20:37 25/09/2026The world's leaders are gathering in New York at a time when the global landscape is changing faster than ever. Wars and geopolitical tensions continue to reshape international relations. Trade and supply chains are being reconfigured. Artificial intelligence is transforming economies and societies, while climate change and development challenges are becoming increasingly urgent.
Special Live Coverage: Heritage Flow
Special Coverage Live 10:55 20/09/2026What does heritage mean in the modern era? Join us for a special 60-minute broadcast as we explore how historical legacy intersects with contemporary life and shapes the future of culture!
Special Live Coverage: 500-Day Campaign
Special Coverage Live 13:46 26/07/2026The war ended. The waiting did not. Join our Special Live Coverage of Vietnam’s 500-Day Campaign to search for, recover, and identify our fallen soldiers. It's a mission from the heart!
Special Live Coverage: Global AI Race
Special Coverage Live 19:39 19/07/2026For the first time, Vietnam Today’s Special Live Coverage connects our global correspondent network, from USA, China, Russia, to Japan and Việt Nam, to decode the world's biggest technology race. Who is leading? Who is catching up? And where does Việt Nam fit into the global AI race?
Special Live Coverage: ASEAN Future Forum 2026
Special Coverage Live 20:02 10/06/2026Vietnam Today presents you special coverage from the forum, featuring exclusive interviews, expert insights, in-depth discussions and the key conversations shaping ASEAN's future.
Top leader's visit to elevate Vietnam - Denmark relations
Politics 17:02 20/10/2026Vietnam and Denmark are celebrating 55 years of diplomatic relations this year, with ties growing steadily across trade, investment and green development. As Party General Secretary and President To Lam prepares for his state visit to Denmark, expectations are high for a new chapter in bilateral cooperation.
Switzerland wants to be part of Vietnam’s future
Politics 20:23 19/10/2026Marking 55 years of diplomatic relations, Swiss President Guy Parmelin is making his first official visit to Vietnam to reaffirm bilateral ties. The visit underscores Switzerland’s long-standing commitment to Vietnam’s development, with a strategic focus on expanding partnerships in the economy, education and science.
Lawmakers pin high hopes on National Assembly’s second session
Politics 17:48 19/10/2026Deputies are pinning high hopes on the second session of the National Assembly to deliver real change on the ground, as Vietnam works to carry its growth momentum into the new year. Their focus is on clearing the institutional bottlenecks still holding back businesses and investment, freeing up resources for development, and paving the way for the country’s next stage of development.
EU summit amid new disagreements over Ukraine
Politics 16:46 17/10/2026The European Union summit enters its second day in Brussels, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expected to attend. The meeting comes as Washington and Kyiv take different positions on Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil facilities and their impact on fuel prices.
Vietnam - Malaysia deepen energy ties
Politics 12:52 17/10/2026Prime Minister Le Minh Hung recently met with Petronas President and CEO, Tengku Muhammad Taufik, highlighting over three decades of successful collaboration between PetroVietnam and Petronas. Vietnam reaffirmed its support for new energy projects, including a proposed Vietnam-Malaysia-Singapore power grid link and joint expansion into offshore wind, hydrogen, and carbon capture.
Vietnam - Finland cooperation for growth
Politics 19:23 16/10/2026During his visit to Vietnam on October 15th and 16th, Finnish Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio is promoting cooperation in digital infrastructure, industrial modernisation and sustainable growth, translating the two countries’ Strategic Partnership into practical business opportunities.
Vietnam - China strengthen bilateral ties
Politics 12:09 16/10/2026Vietnamese National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man returned to Hanoi on 15 October, concluding an official visit to China and co-chairing the second meeting of the cooperation committee between the National Assembly of Vietnam and the National People's Congress of China. The visit helped strengthen political trust, enhance legislative cooperation, and create fresh momentum for stable, long-term bilateral ties.
Defense technology on display at AUSA 2026
Politics 21:15 15/10/2026Armoured vehicles with roof-mounted weapons. Armed drones. Compact military off-road vehicles, alongside sensors designed to monitor the battlefield and detect targets. These are among hundreds of defense technology products on display at this year’s Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C., from 12 to 14 October.
National Assembly President begins official visit to China
Politics 17:17 15/10/2026National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man and a high-level Vietnamese delegation arrived in Beijing at noon on 11 October, beginning an official visit to China. During the visit, they toured a grassroots legislative Contact Point in Beijing to learn about China's approach to public participation in lawmaking. The Vietnamese top legislator also met with Vietnamese Embassy staff and the Vietnamese community in China in the evening of 11 October.
Vietnam - Australia advance high-tech cooperation
Politics 13:44 14/10/2026Vietnam and Australia are looking to deepen cooperation in digital technology and artificial intelligence. A newly launched platform, V-Bridge, aims to bring businesses, researchers and institutions closer together to carry out projects in both countries.
Green industrial parks: A new edge for investment
Economy 20:40 21/10/2026As global supply chains prioritise sustainability, Vietnam is accelerating the development of green industrial parks. Highlighted during Vietnam Climate Week, this transition integrates smart resource management, green financing and renewable energy to lower emissions. By expanding eco-industrial models, Vietnam aims to reduce operating costs, attract high-quality foreign investment and strengthen its competitive edge as a sustainable global manufacturing destination.
Fairer tax policies empower women
Economy 09:13 21/10/2026Vietnam has made progress in promoting gender equality, but equal opportunities do not always mean identical challenges. Nearly 97 per cent of women-owned SMEs are micro or small businesses, according to the Women’s Initiative for Startups and Entrepreneurship.
Danang examines climate investment outlook
Economy 09:12 21/10/2026As Vietnam faces growing climate risks, financing the green transition remains a major challenge, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses.
“CoreWeave shock” rocks Japan’s financial markets
Economy 18:22 20/10/2026A sharp plunge in the shares and bonds of CoreWeave, a US provider of AI cloud infrastructure, sent shockwaves through Japan’s financial markets last week, triggering one of the country's three biggest single-day market declines on record.
Norwegian seafood eyes boost from trade deal
Economy 14:24 20/10/2026Fresh salmon exports jumped by 40 per cent in 2025, and the upcoming free trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association could open the door to further expansion. Norwegian exporters are now looking to capitalise on rising demand and strengthen their foothold in the Vietnamese market.
Local enterprises proactively join FDI supply chains
Economy 10:02 20/10/2026Under the Politburo's Resolution 10 on foreign investment, Vietnam aims for 10,000 domestic firms to join FDI supply chains by 2030. To reach this target, local supporting industries are upgrading technology and workforce standards for global integration.
EU, Belgium visit to boost trade and investment ties
Economy 11:36 19/10/2026Party General Secretary and President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse, is beginning official visits to the European Union and the Kingdom of Belgium today, 19 October The visits are expected to establish new strategic directions for cooperation with the EU, develop Vietnam–EU relations into a model of cooperation within the ASEAN–EU framework, and elevate Vietnam–Belgium ties to a new level.
Street vendors face rising costs
Economy 17:52 17/10/2026Inflation is not just a concern for policymakers. For small businesses, rising costs mean difficult choices about pricing and keeping customers. US inflation picked up again in September, and this puts further pressure on household budgets.
China channels funding into new growth drivers
Economy 13:43 17/10/2026China is directing financial resources towards technological innovation, green development and small and medium-sized enterprises to support new growth drivers. Data released by the People's Bank of China on 14 October showed continued growth in financing for the economy, with credit increasingly directed towards these priority sectors.
EU summit faces economic pressures
Economy 21:57 16/10/2026Rising energy prices, competition from imports, and disagreements over the budget are testing the European Union as leaders meet for a two-day summit in Brussels, Belgium. While member states share the goal of spurring economic growth, they remain divided over funding and how to move forward.
Vietnam taps culinary culture to attract tourists
Society 09:14 21/10/2026Vietnam is increasingly looking to its culinary culture to strengthen its tourism appeal. By turning local cuisine into a more immersive cultural experience, Vietnam can create new opportunities for the tourism sector while bringing visitors closer to the traditions and communities behind each dish.
Female expats shape surrounding communities
Society 18:10 20/10/2026What does it take to make a difference in a community? Sometimes, it starts with something as simple as a group run. In other cases, it means creating opportunities for people who are often left out. This Vietnamese Women’s Day, the focus is on how female expats are finding their own ways to uplift others and shape the communities they call home.
Local initiative brings public services closer to residents
Society 17:47 19/10/2026Administrative reform is not just about processing paperwork faster. It is also about making public services easier to access and use. In Vinh Long Province, a weekend initiative combines administrative services with digital transformation, bringing services closer to residents and encouraging them to use digital tools.
Danang builds MICE tourism strategy
Society 17:46 19/10/2026Danang aims to become one of Vietnam's leading economic and service centres, with tourism playing a key role in driving growth. As the city seeks to expand its tourism industry, meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) have become an increasingly important focus.
The Vietnamese approach to Australian farming
Society 17:45 19/10/2026Australia is home to one of the world's most advanced agricultural sectors, with strict standards for food quality and safety. Breaking into this competitive market is no easy task, especially for immigrants. But through determination, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a modern approach to farming, one Vietnamese entrepreneur has been making his mark on Australia's agricultural industry.
Vietnam Climate Week 2026 opens
Society 17:45 19/10/2026Vietnam Climate Week 2026 has kicked off in Hanoi, bringing together policymakers, international partners and businesses to explore ways to turn climate commitments into concrete action. The four-day event focuses on strengthening cooperation and mobilising finance and technology to support climate action ahead of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31).
Fallen soldier ID campaign reaches key target
Society 14:59 19/10/2026The work on Vietnam's 500-Day Campaign to accelerate the search for fallen soldiers and identify their remains has now reached its 217th day. All 34 provinces and cities have completed the collection of samples from 230,000 graves for DNA testing, meeting the campaign's target.
Vietnam advances climate action towards COP31
Society 11:33 19/10/2026As COP31 approaches, Vietnam is focusing on the partnerships and resources needed to deliver its climate commitments. At the opening of Vietnam Climate Week 2026 in Hanoi on 19 October, policymakers and international partners discussed how to accelerate implementation, from reducing emissions to helping communities adapt.
Lao Cai boosts education access in highlands
Society 11:30 19/10/2026With the aim of narrowing the education gap between mountainous and more advantaged areas, Lao Cai is working to ensure equal access to schools and improve the quality of teaching and learning. The goal is to give children in border areas better conditions and greater opportunities to develop their full potential and shape their own futures.
Sustaining the Mekong Delta’s rice bowl
Society 17:52 18/10/2026On World Food Day, 16 October, food security is about more than having enough rice. It is about how sustainably we can produce it. That’s a growing challenge for Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, the country’s largest rice-growing region.
Preserving crafts to create livelihoods
Culture 18:00 20/10/2026Traditional crafts carry generations of skill, culture and local identity. But how can these age-old trades survive while providing a stable income? In Nam Duong, Bac Ninh, villagers are finding new ways to keep their crafts alive, modernising traditional techniques and developing products that create livelihoods closer to home.
Oyster festival in America
Culture 09:57 20/10/2026In the eastern US state of Maryland, a festival celebrates a seafood delicacy that has long been part of coastal life: the oyster. The US Oyster Festival brought together seafood lovers, tourists and professional oyster shuckers from across the country for a weekend of food, culture and tradition.
Homeland melodies unite Vietnamese community
Culture 20:21 19/10/2026Vietnamese expatriates in the Republic of Korea are preserving their cultural identity through traditional music. The "Nhan Duyen" concert, featuring iconic instruments like the đàn bầu and T'rưng, brings the diaspora together and educates younger generations. Supported by the Vietnamese Embassy, these performances strengthen community bonds while promoting cultural diplomacy and mutual understanding with Korean audiences.
Vietnamese crafts thrive on new ideas
Culture 18:35 17/10/2026Vietnam’s craft villages carry knowledge built up over generations. Much of it lives in the hands of artisans who have spent a lifetime mastering their craft. Even in old age, these artisans continue to create, refine traditional techniques and explore new ways of working with familiar materials. Their work keeps centuries of tradition alive and gives younger craftsmen the skills and knowledge to continue the craft.
52 couples celebrate long-awaited wedding day
Culture 18:18 17/10/2026For families on modest incomes, a wedding can be one of the first expenses to be postponed. Rent, childcare and everyday bills often come first. In Ho Chi Minh City, 52 couples, all workers with limited incomes, have now celebrated together at the city's annual mass wedding. Some had already spent years building a home and raising children without ever holding a wedding ceremony.
Cinema developed as key cultural industry
Culture 16:16 17/10/2026Recent films have made big money at the box office and that’s opening up new opportunities for the industry. But a few blockbuster hits don't necessarily mean a thriving film industry. The bigger question is how to turn that success into long-term growth. And that means more than just making profitable films.
The many languages of belonging
Culture 14:04 16/10/2026How can literature bring two cultures closer? The recent Vietnamese publication of French-language author Doan Bui's work “Neverlands” brings the relationship between France and Vietnam into focus, opening a conversation about cultural identity, translation and finding common ground through stories.
The art of handcrafted Vietnamese eyewear
Culture 17:17 15/10/2026In Hanoi, artisans are taking this a step further, combining traditional Vietnamese materials and techniques to create one-of-a-kind eyewear. These glasses show how traditional materials and craftsmanship can find new uses in modern life
Khmer traditional arts enter university classrooms
Culture 16:58 15/10/2026Tra Vinh University in Vietnam is integrating traditional Khmer arts into higher education. By combining academic theory with practical training such as Rô Băm dance and mask-making, the institution is helping to preserve this cultural heritage. These structured university programmes ensure a new generation of artisans can deeply understand, practise and pass on these ancient traditions.
Ceramic mosaic brings Vietnam's heritage to life
Culture 14:46 13/10/2026From Ly Dynasty dragons and lotus flowers to Dong Ho and Hang Trong folk paintings, young Vietnamese artists are giving traditional cultural symbols a fresh expression through ceramic mosaic art. Piece by piece, they are finding new ways to preserve the country’s heritage while connecting it with a younger generation.
Community facilities promote healthier lifestyles
Lifestyle 19:22 19/10/2026Staying active doesn’t always require an expensive gym membership. Across Hanoi, from community running clubs and table tennis to group workouts, these spaces make fitness accessible for all ages while building stronger, healthier neighborhoods.
Businesses tap Vietnam’s growing demand for healthier living
Lifestyle 13:41 13/10/2026Vietnam’s healthy food and beverage market is growing at a double-digit rate, with the sector projected to reach 7.46 billion USD by 2031, according to Ken Research. As consumers place greater emphasis on health and nutrition, companies are responding with a range of products and solutions, including plant-based protein and personalised nutrition offerings.
A view of New York from the water
Lifestyle 22:11 11/10/2026For visitors, there are plenty of ways to explore New York City – on foot, by bus or by subway. But if you want to get away from the crowded streets and see New York from a more open perspective, there is another option: taking a ferry.
Conservation supports sustainable national value
Lifestyle 17:28 10/10/2026Golden camellia is a group of species prized for their distinctive yellow flowers and medicinal value. Listed in Vietnam’s Red Data Book as native to the country, the plants has come under pressure from forest loss and uncontrolled harvesting.
From mass tourism to premium travel
Lifestyle 18:25 15/09/2026Visitor numbers to Vietnam continue to rise, and the industry is now looking at new ways to ensure growth, focusing on how to increase spending and create greater economic value from each traveller. From premium services and cultural experiences to more personalised journeys, businesses are working to attract higher-value visitors and encourage longer stays.
New data shows safer labour migration
Lifestyle 16:00 12/09/2026Labour migration is no longer a distant topic, as Vietnamese workers flock after one another in search of better job opportunities. Yet for these people, taking a job overseas means making a major financial commitment before they can earn their first wage.
French photographer embraces the beauty of imperfection
Lifestyle 15:57 12/09/2026French photographer Boris Zuliani came to Hoi An and eventually made it his home. He found endless creative inspiration there through a 19th-century technique known as “wet collodion photography”. Using a huge film camera that he built himself, along with glass plates and various chemicals, Boris creates one-of-a-kind portraits, bringing photography back to its most authentic values.
Discovering Ho Chi Minh City one frame at a time
Lifestyle 21:09 11/09/2026Vietnam is in no short supply of beautiful sights. And travel operators are finding creative ways for visitors not just to see them, but to experience them through a different lens. Photo tours are emerging as a popular niche product.
AI enhances travel experience
Lifestyle 17:54 10/09/2026AI is increasingly helping travellers discover information, overcome language barriers and find experiences tailored to their interests. In Vietnam, 99% of consumers say they want to use AI in planning their future trips, according to Booking.com's recent Global AI Sentiment Report. This opens up new opportunities to diversify tourism experiences and reach more visitors.
A healing oasis in Ho Chi Minh City
Lifestyle 10:20 10/09/2026Mental well-being is becoming an increasingly important part of a healthy life. In Ho Chi Minh City, one community-based centre has been offering a different kind of spa, one that focuses not on the body, but on the mind, and is completely free of charge.
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