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Vietnam taps culinary culture to attract tourists

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Vietnam 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

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What 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

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Administrative 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

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Danang 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.

Vietnam Climate Week 2026 opens

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Vietnam 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).

The Vietnamese approach to Australian farming

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Australia 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.

Fallen soldier ID campaign reaches key target

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The 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

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As 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

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With 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.