The World Bank has released its 2026 income classification based on countries' 2025 Gross National Income, or GNI, per capita. Under this latest classification, Việt Nam is one of six economies worldwide to move into a higher income category.
To secure its energy future and reduce reliance on imported oil and gas, the European Union is accelerating its shift towards electrification. The bloc aims to double electricity use across transport, industry and daily life by 2040, a strategic move that will require significant investment in power grids and more competitive electricity prices.
The World Bank has released its 2026 income classification based on countries' 2025 Gross National Income, or GNI, per capita. Under this latest classification, Việt Nam is one of six economies worldwide to move into a higher income category.
Launched in March 2026, the upgrade of Liên Khương International Airport, Lâm Đồng Province’s only aviation gateway, is now entering its final stage, with the last remaining components nearing completion.
On 17 July, during talks with Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng stressed that Việt Nam values its long-standing partnership with Greece. The Prime Minister called for stronger high-level exchanges and closer cooperation in trade, investment and shipping, while making full use of the EU-Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement.
Việt Nam is taking another step toward becoming a regional AI innovation hub. The Vietnam AI Innovation Challenge 2026 brings together local talent and global partners to develop AI solutions, strengthen Việt Nam – U.S. cooperation, and help Vietnamese innovators compete on the world stage.
Việt Nam has made science, technology, innovation and digital transformation central to its development strategy. Under Resolution 57, artificial intelligence is among Việt Nam's top national priorities.