Since 26 June, the Vietnam Railways has put into operation the pair of trains PL1/PL2 transporting officials, doctors and nurses of Bạch Mai Hospital between Hà Nội and Ninh Bình facilities. Each train consists of 9 soft-seated coaches, carrying more than 500 officials and medical staff every day.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi convened a ministerial meeting on 26 October, ordering an emergency cybersecurity package to be finalised next week.
China plans to launch commercial sixth-generation, or 6G mobile services by 2030, as it seeks to strengthen its position in next-generation telecommunications. The target is part of China’s 15th Five-Year National Informatisation Plan, released by the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission on 23 October.
A new initiative is looking to make forest trails in Vietnam safer and easier to navigate. Experts from the Czech Republic are bringing their century-old trail-marking system to three national parks in Viet Nam. Visitors to Phong Nha Ke Bang, Cat Tien and Cuc Phuong National Parks can now expect clearer hiking routes, hopefully fewer wrong turns and overall a safer experience.
As AI transforms the way we learn, research and create, the importance of critical thinking, independent thought and cultural values is coming into sharper focus. The 2026 Ha Noi Autumn Humanities Forum explores these themes from 21 to 25 October at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Viet Nam National University. #VietnamToday #AI #Humanities #Science #Hanoi #Vietnam
Khabarovsk, Russia Far East, is home to over 250 Vietnamese people who live, study, and work there. For many of them, the city’s central markets are where they make a living. Vietnamese women, in particular, stand out for their hard work, business savvy, and ability to set themselves apart in a competitive foreign market.
Short-form dramas have become one of the fastest-growing segments of China's entertainment industry, with a market valued at around 14.8 billion US dollars in 2025. However, the rapid expansion is also raising concerns over content quality and copyright protection, posing new regulatory challenges and accelerating market consolidation.