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Political-artistic programme highlights value of independence, aspirations for development

The August Revolution of 1945 stands as one of the most glorious milestones in Vietnam’s history of national construction and defence. Its great victory broke the chains of colonial rule, transforming the Vietnamese people from a nation deprived of independence into masters of their own country and opening an era of national independence associated with socialism.

Digital transformation opens up new space for performing arts

The shift highlights how technology is opening up new avenues for the development of the performing arts while bringing them closer to audiences.

Vietnamese youth camp in Europe promotes connections among Vietnamese abroad

Beyond providing a platform for networking and cultural exchange, the camp offers a multidimensional academic and cultural space that strengthens community bonds, nurtures national pride and raises young people’s sense of responsibility towards their homeland amid globalisation and the international circulation of knowledge.

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.

Vietnam provides 100,000 USD in emergency aid to Colombia after earthquake

The aid comes in response to the significant loss of life and property caused by the earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, and reflects the traditional friendship and solidarity, as well as the spirit of mutual support between the Vietnamese and Colombian peoples.

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%.

Top leader chairs ceremony marking 81st National Day in Hanoi

Vietnam stands ready to serve as a bridge for cooperation and dialogue and to make increasingly substantive contributions to addressing shared challenges facing the international community; support an equal and fair multilateral system with the United Nations at its centre, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam said.

OVs can become substantive economic bridges between Vietnam, Japan: expert

Tran Trung Kien, Secretary General of the Vietnam-Japan Economic Cooperation Promotion Association (VJECPA) noted that Japan has many strengths that match Vietnam’s development needs, particularly in technology, manufacturing, supporting industries, automation, high-tech agriculture, healthcare, elderly care, education and training, digital transformation, green industry and the circular economy.

Da Nang International Airport to be expanded under 379-million-USD project

Construction of the Terminal T1 expansion project is scheduled to begin in August 2027. The expanded section is expected to be completed and put into operation in January 2029, while the renovation of the existing terminal is scheduled for completion in August 2029.

Resolution raises expectations for greater OV contributions

While the earlier resolution focused on encouraging OV resources, providing support and enhancing the great national solidarity, Resolution No. 23-NQ/TW places greater emphasis on accompanying OVs, creating favourable mechanisms and effectively mobilising resources from OV communities to assist with the homeland's development.

Top leader requests overhaul of Party building to meet new-era goals

On the draft new resolution, the top leader said the goal is to create a new step forward in the Party’s leadership and governing capacity, combat strength and self-renewal ability.

Vietnamese entrepreneurs in France encouraged to connect Vietnam with European market

Under Resolution No. 23, OV entrepreneurs can take on a bigger role by connecting businesses, promoting technology transfer, sharing management know-how, helping Vietnamese companies break into European markets, and linking French and Western European businesses and investors with Vietnam.

Overseas employment must become channel for developing Vietnam’s human resources: official

Under the revised Law on Vietnamese Guest Workers under Contract, priority is given to sending trained workers with professional and technical qualifications abroad so that they can improve their incomes, gain access to advanced technology and modern governance practices, and develop vocational skills, foreign languages, labour discipline and industrial working styles.

Vu Lan for young people: Love is more than a one-day affair

In modern life, however, the way young people express filial devotion has also changed, as not everyone has the time or means to prepare elaborate offerings or take part in every traditional ritual. For many young people, what matters more is understanding the meaning behind those rituals.

Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia boost tourism collaboration

The conference adopted a joint action plan for 2026-2028 aimed at realising the “One Journey, Three Destinations” initiative, sharpening competitiveness and developing cross-border tourism products.

Vietnam tops sources of international students in RoK

Vietnam ranked first for the first time in the number of international students in the RoK, with 96,834 students, accounting for 31.5% of the total.

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.

OVs serve as bridge for knowledge, technology for Vietnam

According to Nguyen Phuong Chung, lecturer and Director of the Vietnamese Language Programme at Columbia University’s Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures in the US, Resolution 23 represents an important shift in how the position, role, and contributions of overseas Vietnamese are viewed.

Campaign spreads community spirit through 10 billion green steps

Under the message “10 billion green steps – For a sustainable Vietnam,” the walking campaign “Moving forward with Vietnam" aims to strengthen national solidarity and encouraging regular exercise; advance the “All people exercise following the example of great President Ho Chi Minh” movement; and fostet closer ties between the People’s Public Security Force and the public while encouraging healthy and active lifestyles.

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.