Vietnam, Canada adopt Action Plan to implement Strategic Partnership
The Action Plan aims to translate commitments and orientations reached by high-ranking leaders into specific programmes and projects, particularly in priority areas.
Vietnam to award 1,500 full scholarships for strategic technology training abroad
By 2035, 1,500 Vietnamese citizens are expected to receive full scholarships for overseas study and research, including 100 undergraduate students, 400 master's students, 500 doctoral candidates and 500 postdoctoral researchers. The allocation may be adjusted in line with training needs and the state budget.
2026–2030: Green economy share of GDP targeted at 10%
The 14th Party Central Committee's recent Conclusion No. 75-KL/TW on environmental protection and proactive response to climate change in the new period has called for the development of climate-resilient urban areas in response to increasingly extreme impacts from nature.
Vietnam targets Southeast Asia’s leading medical tourism position by 2030
Medical tourists to Vietnam currently mainly comprise overseas Vietnamese and visitors from Cambodia, Laos, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Australia and several European countries. Popular services include cosmetic dentistry, assisted reproduction, aesthetic medicine, general health check-ups and some advanced medical specialties.
Economic targets for 2030, 2035 and 2045
The Politburo’s Action Programme No. 33-CTr/TW, dated July 28, 2026, sets specific economic targets under the Resolution of the 14th Party Central Committee’s third meeting on reforming Vietnam’s development model, including average annual GDP growth of at least 10% in 2026–2030, 8–8.5% in 2031–2035, and around 7.5% in 2036–2045.
VIFC seeks to unlock int’l capital for Vietnam’s economy
The draft Urban Development Law, expected to be passed by the National Assembly on August 24, 2026, continues to codify mechanisms for the Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC), creating an additional legal foundation for the new model. Experts say the challenge is not only attracting international capital, but also creating mechanisms to channel it into businesses and the wider economy.
Public security force: “Steel shield” for national security and cybersecurity
Over the years, the People’s Public Security Force has played a pioneering and exemplary role in driving breakthroughs in digital transformation, becoming a backbone for the country, ministries, sectors and localities in the national digital transformation process, while safeguarding information security and cybersecurity in the new era.
Best tribute to previous generations is responsibility, action of today’s generation: Top leader
General Secretary and President Lam said the most worthy tribute to previous generations is the responsibility and action of today's generation, while the greatest responsibility toward future generations is to create solid foundations and better conditions for the country's continued advancement.
Older persons are driver of national development: Deputy Prime Minister
Chairing a conference of the National Committee on Aging in Hanoi on August 17, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra, who is also its Chairwoman, said the Party and State pay special attention to elderly affairs. At the same time, awareness across the entire political system and society has become increasingly clear, comprehensive and positive.
Vietnamese language celebrated as first computer-based proficiency test held overseas
For Vietnamese communities overseas, Vietnamese is not merely a means of communication but also an important part of cultural identity and a bond connecting people with their homeland. For foreigners who have developed an affection for Vietnam, learning the language opens another door to a deeper understanding of the country's culture, history and people.
500-Day Campaign: 1,715 fallen soldiers’ remains recovered
As of August 12, 2026, 1,715 fallen soldiers’ remains had been recovered under the 500-Day Campaign, launched on March 15 to step up efforts to search for, recover and identify the remains, reaching 24.5% of the target.
Vietnam, US strengthen cooperation to ease suffering of AO/dioxin victims
A delegation from the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/dioxin's chapter in Ho Chi Minh City (VAVA HCMC) visited the US directly inform American friends about the long-term consequences of AO/dioxin in Vietnam and seek the support of progressive groups, veterans, legal experts and youth organisations in efforts to care for the victims.
Vietnam finds ways to lure international tourists
Vietnam welcomed about 12.3 million international visitors in the first six months of 2026, up nearly 15% year-on-year, with China and the Republic of Korea remaining the two largest source markets. However, experts noted that growth in visitor numbers should go hand in hand with improvements in spending, length of stay, satisfaction and environmental and cultural sustainability.
Saint Petersburg’s metro expertise valuable for Vietnam
As Hanoi implements its master plan with a 100-year vision, in which metro lines are identified as the backbone of the capital city’s transport network, Secretary of the municipal Party Committee Tran Duc Thang met with representatives from several Saint Petersburg companies specialising in urban rail development.
Exhibition of Vietnamese Do paper paintings captivates Far Eastern audience
An exhibition of paintings on traditional Vietnamese Do paper by artist Ngo Duc Hoang in Vladivostok features the works, created between 2021 and 2026, exploring a wide range of themes related to Vietnam, from urban life to the mountainous northwestern region, and from natural landscapes to images of the lotus, Vietnam’s national flower.
Chot Mat Tower - A testament to Oc Eo civilisation in Tay Ninh
Amid the landscape of Tay Ninh province, Chot Mat Tower stands quietly, preserving traces of the ancient Oc Eo civilisation - which flourished in southern Vietnam from the first to the seventh centuries. From its ancient bricks to its distinctive tower form, the relic tells the story of a long-lost cultural layer while offering potential for linking historical heritage with tourism development.
Mechanisms devised to unlock strategic potential of overseas Vietnamese
As Vietnam enters a new phase of development, the Politburo has issued Resolution 23 on overseas Vietnamese affairs, marking a new approach that identifies the Vietnamese community abroad as one of the country’s important strategic resources.
Resolution No. 23 harnesses overseas Vietnamese strength for national standing
To further renew and improve the effectiveness of overseas Vietnamese affairs, consolidate the great national unity, enhance international cooperation, and create fresh momentum for Vietnam’s rapid and sustainable development in the new era, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam signed a Politburo resolution on overseas Vietnamese affairs (Resolution No. 23-NQ/TW dated August 2, 2026).
Da Nang seeks to become a strategic investment destination
The central city has significant opportunities as Vietnam enters a new stage of development. In particular, the city's expanded administrative space following the recent merger has created greater capacity in terms of land, population and resources, opening conditions for restructuring its development model on a larger scale. To realise this potential, the city is stepping up endeavours to attract investment and effectively mobilise social resources for new development models.
Phu Long custard apple strengthens its brand position
Renowned not only for its distinctive, delicious flavour, Phu Long custard apples in the northern province of Ninh Binh are steadily strengthening their position in the market by focusing on quality, building a strong brand and expanding distribution. The product’s growth is helping increase the value of local agricultural produce and boost farmers’ incomes.
International cooperation advances Vietnamese science
In the early years of nation-building, President Ho Chi Minh repeatedly called for Vietnam to learn from the world’s scientific and technological advances, while expanding cooperation with international partners to serve the cause of national construction and defence.
