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WHO acknowledges Vietnam’s proactive Ebola preparedness efforts

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has acknowledged the proactive efforts of Vietnam’s Ministry of Health and the Government’s urgent direction in preparing the system and strengthening response capacity to the Ebola virus outbreak.

Vietnam in international MVs: From visual appeal to tourism potential

The growing presence of Vietnam in international music videos is therefore more than a story of beautiful imagery. It is also a test of how the country positions itself within the global cultural landscape.

Vietnam–Thailand partnership set for stronger momentum: Ambassador

Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung said the upcoming official visit to Thailand by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam will provide an opportunity for leaders of both countries to review achievements over the past five decades while opening up new directions for cooperation, helping elevate bilateral ties to a deeper and more effective level in line with the interests of both peoples and the goals of regional peace, cooperation and development.

Halal standards key to boosting Vietnamese products’ global competitiveness

Vietnam holds various advantages for developing the Halal industry, including abundant agricultural resources, improved production capacity, an extensive export business network and a favourable position within regional supply chains.

Vesak celebrations promote Vietnam’s humanitarian traditions

The main Vesak ceremony is scheduled for May 31 and will feature a flower-adorned vehicle parade and a floating lantern festival at the Nghinh Luong Dinh relic site along the northern bank of the Huong River.

Happy Vietnam 2026 human rights media awards launched

The awards will continue to be organised nationwide with two categories: photo and video. Eligible participants include Vietnamese citizens and foreigners aged 15 and above.

Fitch Ratings gives positive assessment of Vietnam’s economic fundamentals

Deputy Minister Tran Quoc Phuong stressed that Fitch’s credit assessments have enhanced Vietnam’s image and credibility in international financial markets, and provided additional motivation for the country to continue improving institutions, strengthening policy management efficiency and increasing economic transparency.

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).

Editorial team meets to begin review of 100-year Party leadership

Politburo member Prof. Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thang described the review as a major strategic political task, adding that the process must deliver historical depth, theoretical vision, and strategic foresight to guide Vietnam toward fast and sustainable development in the decades ahead.

Top leader orders decisive action to unlock idle resources for growth

Public resources must lead and activate private resources, while public investment should stimulate broader social investment. FDI, meanwhile, should move from quantity-based attraction toward quality-based absorption linked with technology transfer and stronger domestic linkages, said top leader To Lam.

OP-ED: Vietnam’s tax reform: Fair play, not revenue squeeze

At a time when social media disinformation grows more sophisticated, transparency and public disclosure are the most potent counter to distortions. Facts, data and real-world results deliver the strongest rebuttal to attempts that twist reality and erode trust in tax administration reform.

Software launched to streamline temporary residence declarations for foreigners

Under the new system, accommodation establishments will no longer need to use multiple platforms as before. Instead, they can use a single unified software platform to declare temporary residence for foreigners and notify lodging information for Vietnamese citizens.

Vietnam performs first awake brain surgery on child patient

The hospital announced on May 19 that the patient, a 12-year-old boy, recovered well after surgery, remained fully conscious and showed no new focal neurological deficits. Post-operative imaging indicated that the tumour had been almost completely removed. Doctors are continuing close monitoring and preparing further treatment plans to support the child’s full recovery.

Young Vietnamese intellectuals in Thailand promote innovation cooperation

Vietnamese students and intellectuals in Thailand could contribute to promoting Vietnam’s image internationally by actively organising and participating in Vietnamese cultural festivals and exchange activities.

Japan hosts first standardised Vietnamese language proficiency test

As bilateral ties between Vietnam and Japan continue to expand, demand for Vietnamese language learning in Japan has also grown rapidly among OVs, educational institutions, businesses and Japanese people interested in Vietnam. Against this backdrop, the introduction of a standardised proficiency test is expected to provide an official and widely recognised benchmark for Vietnamese language skills.

Vietnam targets tourism breakthrough by filling gaps

Industry officials said advances in sci-tech, innovation and digital transformation are already wrenching tourism away from a bulk-volume model toward one built on data, customised experiences and smart governance. Deeper global integration is further widening market access, tightening value chain links and sharpening Vietnam’s destination brand.

Vietnamese association launched in France to foster technology, AI cooperation

In the context of the growing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and France, Hai said GCVF should position itself as a bridge for knowledge and technology transfer, bringing scientific and technological achievements from France and Europe to support Vietnam’s practical development needs.

Top Vietnamese leader’s vision puts scientists at core of growth drive

As the country enters a new era, the Party and State have designated sci-tech and and innovation as central priorities, Kiem said, adding that VNU-Hanoi, alongside other higher education establishments, must not only produce high-caliber talents but also function as a hub for knowledge transfer and groundbreaking innovation.

Vietnam looks to expand fiscal space to support double-digit growth

Experts emphasise that fiscal policy should move beyond a supportive role to actively lead growth. Continued and selectively expanded tax and fee reductions could directly ease cost pressures on businesses, enabling them to sustain operations and expand investment.

Top Vietnamese leader’s China visit elevates trust, drives bilateral ties: diplomat

Both sides emphasised that advancing bilateral relations is a shared strategic choice, and pledged to steadfastly pursue the socialist path and jointly safeguard the socialist regimes and the leadership role of their Communist Parties as their most fundamental common strategic interest, Ambassador He Wei said.