Vietnam–Russia ties' strategic nature remains resilient: Russian expert
The core message of the top Vietnamese leader’s visit will be the reaffirmation of the partnership’s unwavering strategic nature, according to Dr Valeria Vershinina.
Vietnam targets top-three ASEAN ranking in AI by 2030
By 2030, Vietnam aims for 60% of businesses using AI to improve efficiency, all civil servants using AI in their work weekly, and 60% of administrative decisions supported by data and AI. The satisfaction rate for AI-supported public services is expected to rise by at least 30%.
Vietnam to continue substantive contributions to ASEAN cooperation: PM
PM Le Minh Hung affirmed his commitment to working alongside other ASEAN leaders to deepen bilateral and regional cooperation in an increasingly substantive and effective manner.
Top leader receives FIFA President in Hanoi
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam called on FIFA to continue assisting Vietnam with the training of coaches and referees, enhancing professional expertise and football management capacity, while promoting the development of women’s, school and grassroots football, professional leagues and national teams.
Vietnam retain ASEAN Cup title after 2-2 draw with Thailand
The match ended 2-2, giving Vietnam a 4-2 aggregate victory over the two legs and confirming their successful defence of the ASEAN Cup title.
Vietnam People’s Army team win ASEAN Armies’ Open Volleyball Tournament
The team of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) defeated the squad of Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Public Security in the final in Hanoi on August 25 to win the ASEAN Armies’ Open Volleyball Tournament 2026.
UK-Vietnam cooperation deepens ASEAN-UK partnership trust: ambassador
The UK is accelerating investment in clean power across Southeast Asia. The country is working closely together through its co-leadership of the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) to support Vietnam’s ambition to expand renewable energy, unlock investment in offshore wind, and build a cleaner, more resilient energy system for the future.
Vietnam beat Thailand 2-0 in first leg of ASEAN Cup 2026 final
Vietnam moved closer to defending their ASEAN Cup title after beating Thailand 2-0 in the first leg of the final in Bangkok on August 22, putting them in a strong position ahead of the return leg in Hanoi.
Expert suggests Vietnam, Singapore combine complementary strengths in semiconductors
Singapore, Vietnam and other ASEAN economies have different but complementary strengths. By linking these strengths through infrastructure, talent mobility, research partnerships, reliable supply chains and joint industry development, ASEAN can become an integrated, sustainable and globally significant semiconductor ecosystem rather than merely a collection of separate semiconductor manufacturing locations.
Vietnam advance to ASEAN Cup final after beating Malaysia 2-0 in second leg of semifinals
Nguyen Xuan Son scored twice as Vietnam defeated Malaysia 2-0 in the second leg of the ASEAN Cup 2026 semifinal at My Dinh National Stadium on August 19 night, securing a 4-0 aggregate victory and a place in the final against Thailand.
ASEAN Cup 2026: Vietnam secure 2-0 win over Malaysia in semifinal first leg
Vietnam opened the score in stoppage time of the first half. In the fourth minute of added time, Truong Tien Anh delivered an accurate cross from the right, allowing Xuan Son to rise high and head the ball into the net for a 1-0 lead.
Vietnam – strategic growth pillar among ASEAN’s ‘Fabulous Five’: expert
Thanks to its strengths in manufacturing momentum, human capital, and income convergence, Vietnam is not just joining; it is helping shape ASEAN’s next growth cycle.
Vietnam to remain active player in shaping ASEAN’s future: minister
Entering a new era of national development with the aspiration of building a strong and prosperous country, the mindset of "growing alongside ASEAN" will guide Vietnam’s more proactive, positive, and substantive contributions to the ASEAN Community and the co-creation of the region’s shared future, noted Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung.
ASEAN Cup 2026: Vietnam advance to semi-finals as Group A winners
Securing all three points, coach Kim Sang-sik and his squad finished atop Group A with 10 points (three wins, one draw).
Vietnam rout Indonesia to put one foot in ASEAN Cup 2026 semi-finals
The emphatic away win at Pakansari Stadium lifted Vietnam to the top of Group A with seven points from three matches.
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.
ASEAN Cup official website backs Vietnam ahead of title defence campaign
As the reigning champions and with a squad widely regarded as possessing greater depth than the one that lifted the trophy in 2024, Vietnam now has the opportunity to make history by becoming the first team ever to successfully defend the ASEAN Cup title in 2026.