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Global network connecting young Vietnamese minds

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The growing Vietnamese community overseas is also creating new opportunities for Vietnam to strengthen connections with its citizens and talent around the world. Resolution 23 comes in with a focus on creating more opportunities for overseas Vietnamese to contribute their knowledge, experience and international networks.

AI opens new doors for Vietnamese cinema

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Vietnamese filmmakers are harnessing Artificial Intelligence to streamline production and push visual boundaries. Yet, creators stress that human emotion, compelling storytelling, and authentic voices remain the true heart of quality cinema.

El Niño-adaptive farming in Mekong Delta

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Farmers in the Mekong Delta are preparing for a tougher dry season. El Niño is forecast to bring an earlier end to the rainy season, along with more severe drought and saltwater intrusion. Farmers in Vinh Long Province are taking early action by storing water and adjusting planting schedules.

Danang wins 13 World Travel Awards

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Tourism brands and destinations in Danang have won 13 honours at the 2026 World Travel Awards for Asia, Oceania and the Indian Ocean, including seven Asia-level and six Vietnam-level titles.

Workforce development in Vietnam film industry

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With more than 70 films hitting theatres annually, the Vietnam film industry is becoming increasingly lively, unlocking significant opportunities for a new generation of professional filmmakers.

Ho Chi Minh City’s most vibrant neighbourhood

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While excitement is building around the new high-end tourist train, visitors can also discover a different side of Vietnam through its streets, corners and alleyways. And while you're at it, check out Tan Dinh, which has earned a place on Time Out’s 2026 list of the world’s 40 coolest neighbourhoods. But its charm even goes well beyond the headlines.

Banks race to outsmart fraud

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As digital banking expands, so do increasingly sophisticated fraud and scam threats, many powered by AI and emerging technologies. At a seminar held in Hanoi on 1 October, experts discussed how the industry could strengthen defences and build a safer digital banking ecosystem.

Mural street promotes plastic reduction

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Instead of the usual signs and slogans, along the Cư Lạc - Ngư Mỹ Thạnh route in Hue City, environmental messages have been incorporated into murals depicting the scenery, people, and everyday life of the Tam Giang Lagoon area. This creative approach makes the message easier to remember, helping to raise environmental awareness.

Centrally governed cities turn to overseas Vietnamese talent

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Vietnam now has nine centrally governed cities, each with its own strengths and potential to drive national development. Alongside domestic resources, Vietnam is increasingly looking beyond its borders to its overseas Vietnamese community. Experts, scientists, and entrepreneurs abroad bring invaluable experience and international networks that can help deliver practical benefits.