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UN addresses non-traditional security challenges
Society 19:41 24/10/2025In 2025, the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, a symbol of global unity that has advanced peace, human rights, and social progress since its founding on 24 October 1945. In an era marked by evolving global challenges beyond traditional military threats, non-traditional security issues pose complex risks to international stability.
South Africa strengthens ties with Vietnam
Politics 15:40 24/10/2025Vietnam and South Africa have agreed to elevate their ties to a Strategic Partnership. The announcement followed discussions between State President Luong Cuong and President Cyril Ramaphosa on 23 October, which focused on trade, investment, technology, and cultural cooperation.
Vietnam - Bulgaria ties elevated to strategic partnership
Politics 13:30 24/10/2025An official welcome ceremony for Party General Secretary To Lam, his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation took place on Thursday morning, 23 October (local time) at the Presidential Palace in Sofia. The ceremony was part of the official state visit to Bulgaria from 23 to 24 October, at the invitation of Bulgarian President Rumen Radev.
Promoting peaceful dispute resolution
Politics 20:42 23/10/2025As the world continues to witness major upheavals, the issue of resolving border and territorial disputes has become increasingly complex. On 21 October in Hanoi, an international conference themed “Territorial And Boundary Dispute Resolution In A Changing World” brought together scholars, policymakers, and experts to exchange perspectives and explore new approaches.
International cooperation on mine action
Politics 19:58 22/10/2025After 15 years of implementation, the National Action Programme on Overcoming Post-War Bomb and Mine Consequences (2010–2025), known as Programme 504, has achieved significant results. The programme has cleared nearly 504,000 hectares of land and removed hundreds of tonnes of unexploded ordnance. International cooperation has been crucial in helping many localities quickly address the lingering impacts of these war remnants.
Hanoi Convention - The Signing Ceremony & High-Level Conference
Politics 15:46 22/10/2025Hanoi Convention – The Signing Ceremony & High-Level Conference will be held on 25–26 October 2025 in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Potomac Dialogue opens
Politics 16:17 18/10/2025The inaugural Potomac Dialogue opened in Washington, D.C., gathering more than 200 delegates from countries across the Indo - Pacific region. This new initiative, launched by the Centre for Asia Pacific Strategy (CAPS), aims to foster economic and security cooperation amid an increasingly complex global landscape.
14th National Party Congress drafts released
Politics 16:00 18/10/2025The draft documents for the 14th National Party Congress are now open for public feedback nationwide. A key highlight of the draft is its clear and practical vision for national development. It places people at the centre, inspiring ambition, self-reliance, and national strength as Viet Nam moves towards its two centennial goals.
Vietnam pushes to lift IUU warning
Politics 21:46 16/10/2025By November 15, 2025, Vietnam aims to address four key issues, with the goal of having the yellow card lifted by the end of the year. This is the request recently issued by Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính. Since receiving a “yellow card” from the European Commission in 2017 over illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, Vietnam has consistently worked to meet EC recommendations.
14th Congress Drafts open to public
Politics 21:45 16/10/2025For one month, starting on 15 October, the draft documents to be submitted to the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam will be made public for widespread consultation. Opinions will be gathered from Party members, officials, citizens, and overseas Vietnamese.
Government's Party Congress opens first session
Politics 21:42 14/10/2025The First Congress of the Party Committee for the 2025-2030 term officially opened at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi, marking a new organisational model and a pivotal moment in Vietnam's journey toward sustainable socio-economic development.
Private sector: Vietnam's new growth engine
Economy 15:42 24/10/2025At the 10th session of the 15th National Assembly, the Government set an ambitious target: a minimum of 10% GDP growth per year for 2026–2030. To achieve this, six key solution groups have been proposed, with a strong emphasis on developing large private economic groups at regional and global levels, positioning them as the new driving force for Vietnam's economy.
Vietnam targets EU yellow card removal
Economy 15:41 24/10/2025Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing is not only an economic concern but also a matter of national reputation. Facing the EU's "yellow card" warning, border guards and local authorities are tightening control at fishing ports and resolutely handling violations to restore trust in Vietnam's seafood exports.
Safeguards against counterfeits to be enhanced
Economy 20:53 23/10/2025A wave of counterfeit and substandard goods has been exposed across Vietnam, with online sellers, KOLs, and even celebrities fined or arrested for violating product quality laws. According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, more than 40,000 products have been removed from e-commerce platforms since the beginning of the year. Although these results highlight Vietnam’s intensified anti-counterfeiting efforts, these cases have also revealed several legal loopholes.
Japan's first undersea carbon storage facility
Economy 23:01 22/10/2025For the first time, scientists in Japan have safely stored large volumes of CO₂ deep under the seabed in Hokkaido. This is a milestone that could reshape how nations tackle industrial emissions.
Housing supply in Hanoi improves
Economy 17:08 22/10/2025Hanoi’s housing market shows positive signs as authorities accelerate project approvals and infrastructure development. More than 30,000 new homes have been supplied this year, contributing to a more stable and balanced real estate market.
Vietnam aims to become regional logistics hub
Economy 14:20 19/10/2025By 2035, Vietnam aims to establish at least five modern logistics centres, meeting international standards, forming new supply chain gateways in the region. It is outlined in the national logistics development strategy for 2025–2035, with a vision to 2050, approved by the Prime Minister. The strategy underscores the government’s commitment to making logistics a high-value, knowledge-driven, and sustainable pillar of the economy.
Vietnam unveils strategic investment guide
Economy 12:03 19/10/2025The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and PwC Vietnam have officially launched the 13th edition of their publication, "Doing Business in Vietnam." The publication serves as a strategic guide for investors and entrepreneurs looking to navigate Vietnam's rapidly evolving economic landscape. To gain deeper insights into this transformation and its implications, we spoke with economist Raymond Mallon.
Vietnamese palm syrup finds global success
Economy 15:11 18/10/2025A Khmer woman from An Giang Province who has dedicated herself to reviving the traditional taste of palm syrup and sharing the sweet flavours of her homeland far and wide.
Agriculture sector aligns with sustainability demands
Economy 22:39 17/10/2025Vietnam’s agriculture plays a vital role in ensuring food security, social stability, and livelihoods for over 60% of its population, contributing around 12 to 14% of the national GDP. Vietnam is working to transform its food systems, from farms to tables and exports, to safeguard domestic food security and contribute responsibly to regional and global food stability.
Vietnam eyes international financial centres launch
Economy 22:38 17/10/2025Vietnam has unveiled an action plan to establish international financial centres in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang by the end of this year. The ambitious move aims to position the country as a key financial hub in the region.
UN addresses non-traditional security challenges
Society 19:41 24/10/2025In 2025, the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, a symbol of global unity that has advanced peace, human rights, and social progress since its founding on 24 October 1945. In an era marked by evolving global challenges beyond traditional military threats, non-traditional security issues pose complex risks to international stability.
Online fraud reaches unprecedented scale
Society 15:44 24/10/2025Online fraud is booming in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, with romance, investment, and job scams causing millions in losses. Authorities and the United Nations are intensifying cross-border efforts to catch sophisticated cybercriminal networks.
Students champion plastic bottle recycling
Society 15:39 24/10/2025The programme “Our Bottles Can Live Many Lives” kicked off on Wednesday morning, 23 October, at Thuongmai University in Hanoi. The initiative aims to raise public awareness about plastic waste sorting and recycling, working towards the shared goal of “A World Without Waste.”
IVF expands the right to motherhood
Society 13:33 24/10/2025From 1 October 2025, Government Decree No. 207 will officially take effect, allowing single women to undergo IVF without requiring a medical indication. This marks an important development, signalling a shift in how Vietnam approaches motherhood and gender equality in population and health policies.
Immersive tours transform history learning
Culture 21:14 23/10/2025New immersive experiences are helping to make history more engaging for the public. The “Flag Tower Memories” tour at Hanoi’s Flag Tower offers visitors an immersive journey through the nation’s past, helping them connect with history through interactive and sensory experiences.
Vietnam tops Korean holiday travel list
Society 20:56 23/10/2025During Korea’s Chuseok holiday, Vietnam tops the list of international destinations, seeing a 37% rise in bookings for popular tours and stays.
Vietnam hosts UNESCO Asia-Pacific Water Meeting 2025
Society 20:38 23/10/2025Amid increasing climate change's impact like water scarcity, and natural disasters across the Asia-Pacific region, the 32nd Regional Steering Committee Meeting of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme officially opened in Hanoi this morning, bringing together nearly 100 experts and policymakers from 17 national committees of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme. The event was also attended by the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Le Cong Thanh, international experts, and many others.
Louvre Museum reopens after jewel heist
Society 19:08 23/10/2025The Louvre Museum in Paris reopened to the public on 22 October, three days after thieves forced open a window and stole the French crown jewels. Hundreds queued outside as barriers came down, a visible coda to three days of forensic work, inspections and staff briefings. However, the scene of the heist, the jewel-lined Apollo Room stayed shuttered. Eight objects were taken.
Safeguarding lives in landslide zones
Society 18:55 23/10/2025Heavy rains were spotted in several localities, heightening the risk of landslides. In Quang Ngai province, where residents living at the foot of Lang Bo Mountain face renewed fears of landslides due to downpours. Local authorities are stepping up efforts to protect lives and property.
Landslides near Tay Giang border gate
Society 18:02 23/10/2025Prolonged heavy rain over the past few days has caused a serious landslide near the Tay Giang Border Gate in Da Nang. At Cha Noc Junction on National Highway 14-D, soil and rocks swept onto the road, completely blocking traffic. Authorities have urgently deployed personnel to clear the landslide.
Ho Chi Minh City to launch new culinary tours
Culture 15:45 24/10/2025Ho Chi Minh City launches 20 new culinary tours for 2025, blending street food, garden cuisine, and fresh seafood. Trips range from half-day to three days, showcasing dining, shopping, and sightseeing across the city and surrounding areas. The initiative aims to welcome 10 million international visitors and generate 11 billion US dollars in tourism revenue in 2025.
Immersive tours transform history learning
Culture 21:14 23/10/2025New immersive experiences are helping to make history more engaging for the public. The “Flag Tower Memories” tour at Hanoi’s Flag Tower offers visitors an immersive journey through the nation’s past, helping them connect with history through interactive and sensory experiences.
German choir performs Vietnamese folk songs
Culture 20:35 23/10/2025On 17 October, at the Vietnam National Academy of Music, the Lichtenberg Choir from Berlin, in collaboration with the Hope Choir, presented the programme Qua Cau Gi Bay (“Passing the Wind Bridge”), merging Vietnamese music with German voices.
Yokohama abuzz with international festivals
Culture 20:34 23/10/2025Japan's autumn is filled with festivities. From the deep, resounding beats of traditional drums in Matsue, we now turn to the lively rhythms of citywide celebrations in Yokohama.
Dien Bien Phu battlefield recreated
Culture 23:09 22/10/2025Earlier this year, the Dien Bien Provincial People’s Committee approved the “Preservation and restoration of the Dien Bien Phu Stronghold Group” project. Along with the previous grand-scale project, the Panorama of the Dien Bien Phu Campaign, this new project, worth over 9.4 million US dollars, aims to reconstruct parts of the original battlefield, recreating the atmosphere of the historic battle through modern technology.
Dien Bien Phu battlefield recreated
Culture 17:30 22/10/2025Earlier this year, the Dien Bien Provincial People’s Committee approved the “Preservation and restoration of the Dien Bien Phu Stronghold Group” project. Along with the previous grand-scale project, the Panorama of the Dien Bien Phu Campaign, this new project, worth over 9.4 million US dollars, aims to reconstruct parts of the original battlefield, recreating the atmosphere of the historic battle through modern technology.
Secret Garden begins world tour in Vietnam
Culture 18:12 20/10/2025Songs like “Song from a Secret Garden”, “Nocturne”, and the iconic “You Raise Me Up”, among other timeless hits by the Secret Garden duo, are being performed in Hanoi for the first time. While the artists played, the audience all clapped in unison - every beat contained the nostalgia they had carried in their hearts for decades.
Singer Ha Anh Tuan lights up Hollywood
Culture 17:44 20/10/2025The songs Ha Anh Tuan sings are never loud, yet in this grand auditorium, silence falls as he performs. There’s something in his voice, a breath of the old town, the scent of morning coffee, and the tender familiarity of home.
ASEAN friendship concert celebrates bloc’s unity
Culture 17:43 20/10/2025The ASEAN Friendship concert 2025 took place on 17 October in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Themed “Melodies of Unity, Rhythms of Friendship”, the two-hour event brought together top artists representing all ten ASEAN countries.
Vietnam strengthens culinary tourism brand
Culture 14:24 19/10/2025Alongside natural and cultural resources, the uniqueness and appeal of local cuisine at travel destinations are increasingly recognised as a key factor in driving tourism. However, unlocking the full potential of culinary experiences and elevating Vietnamese cuisine into a competitive tourism product on the global stage still faces many challenges.
World Hydrogen Technology Trade Fair
Lifestyle 19:02 23/10/2025The World Trade Fair on Hydrogen Technology 2025 took place in Hamburg, Germany, from 21 to 23 October, bringing together more than 1,000 exhibitors, presenting advanced innovations across the entire hydrogen value chain, from production, storage, and transport to industrial and mobility applications.
Puppy yoga in Dubai blends wellness with purpose
Lifestyle 20:29 22/10/2025Wellness enthusiasts in Dubai are rolling out their mats not just for a good stretch, but to support a good cause. Puppy Yoga sessions, combining yoga with playful rescue dogs, are helping local shelters boost adoptions.
Vietnam strengthens culinary tourism brand
Culture 14:24 19/10/2025Alongside natural and cultural resources, the uniqueness and appeal of local cuisine at travel destinations are increasingly recognised as a key factor in driving tourism. However, unlocking the full potential of culinary experiences and elevating Vietnamese cuisine into a competitive tourism product on the global stage still faces many challenges.
Painting Hue on chalkboard
Culture 14:18 19/10/2025With pieces of chalk and a green chalkboard, the heritage sites of Hue have been vividly illustrated, turning them into lively drawings that make art lessons more engaging and meaningful.
Gao Giong wetlands burst with life
Lifestyle 17:40 08/10/2025The Gao Giong Melaleuca Forest, part of the Gao Giong Ecotourism Area, is a vast wetland ecosystem rich in biodiversity. During the flood season, the wetlands reach their peak vitality: lush vegetation, hundreds of bird species nesting, and unforgettable encounters with pristine nature. Let’s visit the “green lungs” of the Dong Thap Muoi in our story.
Quang Tri crowned Vietnam’s top destination
Lifestyle 14:10 02/10/2025World-renowned travel magazine Lonely Planet named Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park and the Vinh Moc Tunnels in Quang Tri province among Vietnam’s 15 most attractive destinations, boosting the province’s tourism brand locally and globally.
V FEST - Vietnam Today’s surprise return
Lifestyle 16:13 18/09/2025“V Fest – Vietnam Today” will be held on September 20 in Hanoi, featuring new artists and surprising collaborations.
Photographer cherishes soaring birds
Lifestyle 12:33 08/09/2025Tang A Pau turned to photography after being diagnosed with a serious illness. On his journeys, he captured thousands of stunning images of birds, including the red-crowned crane in Vietnam. He also contributes to bird conservation efforts by donating his photographs to organizations and scientists who specialize in the study of rare bird species.
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