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Liechtenstein PM’s Vietnam visit expected to provide fresh impetus for bilateral ties: Ambassador

A new chapter in ties should translate the existing political foundation into more concrete links in the fields of the economy, technology and business, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein Chau Mai Anh.

Parliamentary cooperation to drive Vietnam-China relations forward: Chinese scholar

Technology opens new routes for Vietnamese exports

Vietnam makes continuous contributions to global cultural agenda: UNESCO Representative

Mechanisms needed to connect Vietnamese intellectual resources worldwide with national development needs

Four orientations demonstrate shift in Vietnam’s development thinking: Chinese scholar

The most notable change is Vietnam’s transition from “organisational restructuring” to “improving governance effectiveness.” Previously, reforms focused on streamlining the apparatus and reducing intermediary levels. With organisational reforms largely completed, the more important task is now to ensure the new system operates more effectively, according to Professor Qu Qiang from Minzu University of China.

Energy-saving drive gathers pace amid soaring summer power demand

Nguyen Van Hung, Vice Chairman of the Cua Lo Ward People’s Committee, said nearly 20% of hotels in the locality have installed rooftop solar systems, helping reduce electricity costs while easing pressure on the power supply during the hottest months.

Overseas Vietnamese serve as bridge promoting Vietnam's image in new development era

The community of more than six million overseas Vietnamese is increasingly recognised as an inseparable part of the nation and an important resource for strengthening Vietnam's friendship and cooperation with countries around the world, said Pham Khanh Nam, Editor-in-Chief of the Huong Viet magazine.

Investing in core capabilities key to elevating Vietnam's semiconductor industry: expert

Vietnam's ultimate goal should not simply be to establish a presence in the semiconductor industry, but to gradually master high-value, knowledge-intensive segments of the value chain and become a key link in the global semiconductor supply chain. This would provide a launch pad for strengthening the country's competitiveness in artificial intelligence, electronics and the digital economy.

Vietnam's 31-year ASEAN journey: From newcomer to rule shaper

According to former Deputy Foreign Minister Pham Quang Vinh, Vietnam's 31-year journey has seen it transform from a newcomer into a responsible, proactive and increasingly influential member. Its growing role reflects not only deeper regional economic and foreign integration but also its emergence as a key driver of ASEAN's development, resilience and global standing.

Top Cambodian lawmaker’s Vietnam visit further institutionalises legislative ties: Scholar

Talking with Vietnam News Agency correspondents in Phnom Penh, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Neak Chandarith, Director of the Institute for International Studies and Public Policy (IISPP) at the Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP), underscored the visit’s profound political and strategic significance for the two Southeast Asian neighbours’ traditional friendship, particularly in further institutionalising ties between their legislative bodies.

Vietnam becomes top Asian magnet for long-term manufacturing: Malaysian economist

The story of Vietnam’s economy in 2026 is not just one of faster GDP growth. It is about higher productivity, industrial upgrading, stronger capital formation, and a more prominent role in Asia’s strategic economic landscape.

Four strategic priorities signal Vietnam’s next phase of development: Chinese scholar

According to Professor Zhu Chenming, Honourary Director of the Institute of South and Southeast Asian Studies under the Yunnan Academy of Social Sciences, the Vietnamese Party and State leader’s decision to outline new strategic directions immediately after the restructuring process reflects a clear understanding of Vietnam’s evolving development needs. Simply completing institutional reorganisation could create the misconception that the reform mission has been accomplished, while significant governance and development challenges remain.

People-to-people diplomacy reform contributes to building overall strength of Vietnam's diplomacy: official

Under the leadership of the Party and the unified management of the State, people-to-people diplomacy will continue to be a sustainable bridge of friendship, an important channel for converging resources, spreading soft power, and protecting national interests, contributing to building the overall strength of Vietnamese diplomacy in the new era of development.

Vietnamese, Chinese Parties’ mutual learning makes bilateral ties more substantive: scholar

The CPV and CPC have maintained direct interactions, particularly in relation to their respective theories of reform and the formulation of many current policies, enabling them to learn from each other’s experience.

Data security, innovation ecosystem key to strengthening Vietnam’s competitiveness

For digital government, stronger investment is needed in shared digital infrastructure, particularly critical infrastructure, AI infrastructure and high-performance connectivity.

Vietnam’s garment sector pivots towards value-added growth

Future growth can no longer rely on expanding production capacity alone. Meeting this year's 48 billion USD export target will require greater productivity, higher value addition, stronger domestic sourcing, broader market diversification, and faster digital and green transformation.

Vietnam–Laos Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation remains cornerstone of bilateral ties: Lao scholar

Prof. Dr. Boviengkham Vongdala described the landmark document as one of strategic significance and supreme importance to the safeguarding of the autonomy, existence and development of both nations.

Vietnam holds advantages in race to attract EV investment: Indonesian newspaper

Vietnam has adopted a more comprehensive approach to developing its EV industry by maintaining long-term investment incentives, investing in industrial infrastructure, developing human resources, and gradually building a high-tech manufacturing ecosystem, according to a recent article on The Jakarta Post.

EU counts on Vietnam’s coordinating role to advance Strategic Partnership with ASEAN: Ambassador

According to the diplomat, the strength of the EU-Vietnam relationship is reflected in the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), as well as the elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during European Council President António Costa’s visit to Vietnam in January 2026.

Digital transformation in heritage should adopt people-centred approach: UNESCO

Digital transformation in the heritage sector should adopt a people-centred approach, ensuring the meaningful participation of communities at every stage-from documentation and preservation to the management, use and dissemination of cultural data. Jonathan Baker, Representative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) told the Vietnam News Agency during an interview on July 8.

Top leader's directives chart new course for culture-led development: experts

Artists and cultural experts shared the view that the top leader's guidance at the second meeting of the Central Steering Committee for the Development of Vietnamese Culture not only reviewed the initial implementation of the Politburo's Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW but also identified four major gaps requiring urgent action and three strategic shifts to unlock the full potential of culture.

Vietnamese culture expected to undergo sharp transformation

Drawing on Party General Secretary and State President To Lam's detailed and practical guidance, artists and researchers voiced confidence that Vietnamese culture will undergo a sharp transformation and truly become both a spiritual foundation and a key driver of sustainable development in the new era.

Labour shortage emerges as constraint amid export order recovery

Textile and seafood exporters are struggling to retain enough workers to meet recovering export demand, underscoring a shift in constraints from demand to workforce capacity.

Vietnam, China share experiences in building socialism

Throughout a century of development, the two sides have remained resilient in the face of changing global circumstances, continuously strengthening the Party building to reinforce their leadership and provide the political foundation for socialism building in each country, said Chinese Ambassador He Wei.