Thanh Thuy, Quang Kiet named Vietnam’s flag bearers for 20th ASIAD
Vietnam will field a delegation of nearly 500 members and is targeting at least four gold medals at the continent’s biggest multi-sport event.
Vietnam to send 498-member delegation to 20th ASIAD in Japan
The delegation comprises top athletes competing in key sports including athletics, shooting, swimming, martial arts (wushu, karate, taekwondo and jujitsu), sepak takraw, rowing, canoeing, football, volleyball, golf, fencing and weightlifting. It will also include officials, doctors and international experts.
Vietnamese students shine at AIMO 2026 international finals
The Vietnamese team won one Champion title, four First Runner-up awards, three Second Runner-up awards, 42 gold medals, 83 silver medals, 70 bronze medals and two consolation prizes at the 2026 International Finals of the Asia International Mathematical Olympiad Open Contest (AIMO) held in Hanoi on August 2-5.
Ninh Binh nominated for Asia’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination 2026
Ninh Binh has emerged as one of Vietnam’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. In the first seven months this year, the locality welcomed an estimated 18.7 million visitors, up 23.34% year-on-year, including more than 16.7 million domestic and over 2 million international arrivals.
Vietnam to face RoK once again in volleyball tournament at ASIAD 20
In the 18th Games in 2018, Vietnam lost 0-3 to the RoK in Palembang, Indonesia, but defeated the strong rival 3-2 in the 2023 Games in Hangzhou, China.
Vietnam invites travellers on multi-sensory journey
Vietnam's appeal lies not in a single attraction but in the seamless combination of authentic experiences rooted in local culture. From colourful highland markets and traditional festivals to centuries-old craft villages, all remain an integral part of everyday life.
Vietnam showcases cultural identity at Asian Festival in Bulgaria
The annual event is one of Bulgaria’s largest international cultural festivals, attracting more than 20,000 visitors, including local residents, international tourists and members of Asian communities living and working in the country.
Vietnam wins sixth gold at Southeast Asian shooting championships
The Vietnamese pair qualified for the final in third place with 626.6 points before producing a winning performance of 497.8 points to claim the title in the 10m mixed team air rifle event.
Vietnam to develop four universities comparable to Asia’s leading institutions
The institutions covered by the scheme are the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), University of Medicine and Pharmacy Ho Chi Minh City (UMP), Vietnamese-German University (VGU) and Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNUHCM).
International media spotlight Vietnamese leader’s message on Asia-Pacific’s role
The Straits Times noted that a significant portion of his address focused on the crisis of the international order, highlighting the need to strengthen respect for international law and exercise restraint.
Vietnam ranks among Top 8 teams at 26th Asian Physics Olympiad
The Vietnamese national team secured six silver medals and two bronze medals, achieving a 100% medal rate and placing Vietnam among the five delegations whose entire teams received medals, alongside the RoK, China, Taiwan (China) and Russia.
All six Vietnamese students win medals at Asia-Pacific Informatics Olympiad
The official results showed that the Vietnamese team secured two gold medals and four silver medals at the competition, which was hosted online by Taiwan (China).
Vietnam ready to strengthen BRICS connection with Asia-Pacific
Hang called on countries to act responsibly in accordance with international law and the UN Charter; respect the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of states; refrain from using or threatening to use force; and settle disputes peacefully through dialogue. She also underscored the importance of ensuring security, safety and freedom of navigation through straits in line with international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Japanese media highlight Vietnam’s strategic role during PM Takaichi Sanae’s visit
According to Nikkei, Prime Minister Takaichi affirmed that Japan will continue to promote the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Vietnam and coordinate efforts to build a “stronger and more prosperous” region.
Vietnamese cuisine gains global spotlight through leaders’ street food moments
In recent years, Vietnamese dishes have gained wider global recognition through travellers and international rankings. A social media group named “Vietnam Banh Mi Appreciation Society,” with nearly 200,000 foreign members, is dedicated to reviewing banh mi from street stalls to established shops, reflecting growing international enthusiasm for the dish.
Nearly 8,000 runners join AirAsia RedRun Da Nang 2026
Jointly organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the municipal People’s Committee and related agencies at East Sea Park, the two-day event featured 5km, 10km and 21km races, with runners competing along scenic routes in the city. The main race day was April 26, following activities launched a day earlier.
Vietnam–Russia trade corridors poised for expansion: Russian expert
Dr. Anton Bredikhin of the Russian Academy of Sciences highlighted potential rail links connecting Russia to Vietnam via Mongolia or Kazakhstan, transiting through China.
Vietnam prepare for 2026 AFC U17 Women Asian Cup finals
A total of 30 players, called up from provinces and clubs nationwide, are taking part in the camp, which will run at the Vietnam youth football training centre in Tu Liem ward until April 9.