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Vietnam’s foreign policy reflects national identity, resilience: Japanese expert

By remaining steadfast on fundamental principles such as independence, self-reliance and national interests, Vietnam can engage flexibly with individual partners while developing cooperation with as many countries as possible. Such an approach is increasingly relevant in a complex and unpredictable international environment.

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.

Vietnamese students shine at International Olympiad in Informatics 2026

Nguyen Huu Tuan, a 12th-grade student at the High School for Gifted Students under the University of Natural Sciences, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, won gold.

Resolution No. 23 empowers OV to contribute to national development

In terms of recognition and status, the resolution affirms that OV are an integral part of the nation and a strategic resource for national development.

Hanoi emerges as international music hub

The Hanoi Jazztival 2026, themed “Hanoi Jazz – Music Without Borders,” will take place from September 17-19 at a range of cultural venues, including the Hanoi Opera House, Ly Thai To Garden, Thang Long Theatre and the Vietnam Women’s Museum.

Sports tourism gains momentum across Vietnam

A Quang Ninh official said sporting events not only promote Ha Long Bay and other local attractions but also generate substantial spillover benefits for accommodation, transport, restaurant, retail and other services, reinforcing the province's image as a dynamic and modern destination.

Resolution 23 creates space for overseas Vietnamese to contribute to national development

After more than 20 years of implementing Resolution 36, the Party and State’s policies have been translated into numerous effective policies and actions, helping strengthen the group’ attachment to their homeland and creating favourable conditions for increasing numbers of them to return to Vietnam to visit relatives, invest, do business, work and engage in exchanges.

Vietnam, US step up cooperation in search for missing Vietnamese soldiers

A Vietnamese official proposed that the US continue increasing resources for dioxin remediation at Bien Hoa and Phu Cat airbases, expand projects supporting people with disabilities, enhance the sharing of historical data, provide DNA technology assistance and continue close coordination in the search for missing US service members and Vietnamese soldiers.

Vietnam – one of most attractive destinations for leading US semiconductor companies: expert

Vietnam has built a solid semiconductor and electronics industry before joining ITSI, attracting major US semiconductor companies. Intel Products Vietnam is one of Intel's largest assembly and testing facilities worldwide, while chip design companies such as Synopsys, Cadence, Marvell and Qualcomm have established engineering and research centres in the Southeast Asian country.

Vietnam wins seven medals at 3rd International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence

The result affirmed Vietnam’s competitiveness among the world’s leading countries in AI while demonstrating Vietnamese students’ aptitude, analytical thinking and ability to embrace new technologies.

Hanoi opens international martial arts festival

The event attracts about 2,000 martial artists of 66 delegations, including seven international delegations from six countries, namely Indonesia, Russia, France, Germany, Switzerland and Morocco.

Lawmakers propose stronger safeguards for Vietnamese workers abroad

Some workers use labour contracts to enter a foreign country before absconding, either shortly after arrival or when their contracts are about to expire, in search of higher wages. Meanwhile, Vietnamese companies that win contracts abroad often face difficulties in determining which authority is responsible for handling procedures for Vietnamese workers overseas.

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.

Three ministries step up coordination to advance Vietnam's external affairs in new era

Against the backdrop of rapid and profound global changes, the ministers said stronger coordination is essential to support the country's goal of achieving fast and sustainable development while safeguarding national interests and protecting the nation early and from afar.

Vietnam welcomes nearly 13.9 million foreign visitors in seven months

The country has achieved about 56% of this year's target of 25 million foreign arrivals.

National ceremony marks 300th birth anniversary of cultural luminary Le Quy Don

In recognition of Le Quy Don's exceptional contributions, UNESCO adopted a resolution to jointly commemorate the 300th anniversary of his birth, acknowledging that his intellectual legacy, commitment to practical learning and humanistic values transcend national borders and form part of humanity's shared cultural heritage.

Air passenger traffic tops 76 million as international travel drives growth

According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV), more than 11 million passengers passed through airports in July, up over 3% from June. International passengers totalled nearly 4 million, up 2%, while domestic travellers exceeded 7 million, an increase of more than 4%.

Party resolution sets roadmap for renewing national development model

Under the new development model, Vietnam will be self-reliant, innovative, humane, sustainable and globally integrated, with people at the heart of development. Science and technology, innovation, digital transformation and artificial intelligence are designated as the main growth drivers, while higher productivity and more efficient resource allocation serve as core principles.

Vietnam shifts from developing marine economy to building strong sea-based nation

Rather than concentrating solely on exploiting resources, Vietnam will move toward effective governance and sustainable use of its maritime space, underpinned by science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.