K-pop has built a huge fan base in Viet Nam, and the country is set to welcome one of the Republic of Korea's biggest music award ceremonies. The 41st Golden Disc Awards will take place in Ha Noi in January 2027, offering a valuable opportunity to attract international events, boost tourism and contribute to economic growth.
During discussions on a draft National Assembly resolution on special mechanisms and policies for tourism development, deputies called for a shift towards more inclusive growth, with greater attention paid to supporting the local economy of tourism destinations.
Singapore is stepping up efforts to protect critical infrastructure against emerging cyber threats, including AI-powered attacks and future risks from quantum computing. At CyberSG Innovation Day 2026, held at Suntec Singapore on 10 November, authorities announced new support for cybersecurity innovation, with a focus on turning research into practical solutions.
AI can generate images in seconds. But its role in architecture design now has extended beyond visualisation, with the technology increasingly used to develop design solutions and support entire workflows. From Viet Nam to international architecture studios, AI is changing not just how architects design, but how they work.
K-pop has built a huge fan base in Viet Nam, and the country is set to welcome one of the Republic of Korea's biggest music award ceremonies. The 41st Golden Disc Awards will take place in Ha Noi in January 2027, offering a valuable opportunity to attract international events, boost tourism and contribute to economic growth.
Vietnamese content creators are rapidly expanding their influence across Southeast Asia through digital platforms like TikTok. Representing fields from culture and food to music and sports, eleven creators represented Viet Nam at the 2026 TikTok Awards in Indonesia. By sharing authentic stories and investing in higher-quality visual content, these young innovators are promoting Vietnamese culture and strengthening the country's position in the regional creative market.
In Can Tho City, a newly launched initiative brings together psychological counselling, community support and livelihood opportunities, offering women both emotional support and pathways to economic development.