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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 steps up citizen protection following Colombia earthquake

The earthquake in Choco, about 313km west of Bogota capital, caused severe damage in Bogota as well as central and western cities including Medellin, Cali, Pereira and Manizales.

Vietnam eyes global network of overseas Vietnamese experts in strategic technologies

In recent years, networks of OV experts and intellectuals have been established, with nearly 2,000 members. Five innovation and expert networks have also been formed in strategic technology areas such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, quantum technology, cybersecurity, aviation, aerospace and unmanned aerial vehicles, connecting around 50 expert and intellectual associations overseas.

Vietnamese consumers develop taste for Australian, New Zealand fruit

According to statistics from the Department of Customs, in the first six months of 2026, Vietnam imported 102.8 million USD worth of fruit, vegetables and flowers from Australia, up 55.7% from the same period last year. Australia's share of total imports rose from 5.5% to 6.51%, highlighting the growing position of the market as a supplier. Imports from New Zealand reached 78.04 million USD, up 20.4% year-on-year.

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.

Vietnam promotes science - technology diplomacy to enhance national development capacity

Through two discussions, participants focused on identifying Vietnam’s international cooperation needs in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation, as well as opportunities, priority partners and measures to enhance the role of the diplomatic sector and Vietnamese representative missions abroad.

Vietnamese, Thai parliamentary leaders pledge closer legislative cooperation

Welcoming the Thai parliamentary leader, Chairman Man said the visit will inject fresh momentum into parliamentary cooperation and held special significance as it coincides with the 50th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Thailand (August 6, 1976–2026), following the elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in May last year.

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.

Overseas Vietnamese serve as bridge promoting Vietnam's image in new development era

The community of more than six million overseas Vietnamese is increasingly recognised as an inseparable part of the nation and an important resource for strengthening Vietnam's friendship and cooperation with countries around the world, said Pham Khanh Nam, Editor-in-Chief of the Huong Viet magazine.

Vietnamese missions in Japan step up citizen protection efforts after earthquake

Vietnam’s representative offices in Japan immediately contacted local authorities through the international affairs divisions of Kumamoto, Kagoshima, Oita and Miyazaki prefectures, as well as Vietnamese community associations in the affected areas, to assess the situation and stand ready to provide timely assistance for Vietnamese citizens impacted by the disaster.

Learning plaform helps young OVs connect with Vietnamese language, culture

Phan Thi Quynh Trang, CVCEC founder and project coordinator, said the project aims to provide a fundamental and sustainable solution to the lack of standardised, systematic Vietnamese-language education models and the fragmented, spontaneous nature of existing teaching activities.

Vietnamese souvenirs tell everyday stories, drive creative economy

Today’s souvenirs capture the rhythm of everyday life: a “banh mi” (Vietnamese baguette) lapel pin, a sketchbook of Hanoi’s tangled streets, and illustrations of daily life in Ho Chi Minh City. They work because they paint a Vietnam that feels authentic, approachable and alive. Simple, compelling stories are giving cultural souvenirs a whole new appeal.

Growing-area data emerges as key to boosting Vietnam's coffee export value

Experts say verified coffee-growing data is key to helping Vietnamese exporters meet sustainability requirements, secure market access and increase export value.

All six Vietnamese students win medals at Int’l Mathematical Olympiad 2026

All six Vietnamese students won medals at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2026 in China, including two golds, three silvers and one bronze.

Resolution 80 paves way for new momentum in Vietnam’s cultural development

The initial results in heritage conservation, digital transformation, cultural industry development and artistic creativity facilitation suggest that Resolution No. 80 is gradually taking effect across the country.

Vietnamese students perform impressively at Int’l Chemistry, Biology Olympiads

At the 58th IChO, all four Vietnamese students secured gold medals, placing the country joint first with China and India in terms of the number of golds awarded.

Youth help keep history alive through creative initiatives

Moving beyond textbooks and classroom lessons, they are embracing creative, accessible approaches that help bring history closer to younger generations and foster a deeper appreciation of peace and national pride.

Vietnamese culture expected to undergo sharp transformation

Drawing on Party General Secretary and State President To Lam's detailed and practical guidance, artists and researchers voiced confidence that Vietnamese culture will undergo a sharp transformation and truly become both a spiritual foundation and a key driver of sustainable development in the new era.

"Live data" paves way for Vietnamese farm exports

Achieving Vietnam's target of more than 74 billion USD in agricultural, forestry and fishery exports in 2026 will require stronger traceability systems, initially focusing on key export commodities, high-value products and major markets such as the EU, the US and China.

Top leader unveils people-centred vision for new development model

Vietnam's growth model, long fueled by low-cost labour, resource extraction, contract manufacturing, expanded investment, and capital accumulation, has run out of road. The country now needs a sweeping reform agenda to shift from extensive growth to a model driven by productivity, knowledge, science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.