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Vietnam eyes link between green credit and carbon market to unlock funding

The pilot market was launched with more than 511 million metric tonnes of CO₂ in allowances, allocated to facilities in three emissions-intensive sectors for 2025-2026, including thermal power, iron and steel, and cement.

Da Nang eyes new growth from mountain and forest resources

UOB raises Vietnam’s 2026 GDP growth forecast to 9.2%

Phu Quoc accelerates water projects to ensure supply for APEC 2027

NA President arrives in Beijing, beginning official visit to China

Vietnam–Cambodia: Traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation

President of the Cambodian National Assembly Samdech Khuon Sudary pays an official visit to Vietnam from July 27 - 29. The visit is made at the invitation of Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man.

7th Vovinam World Championship promotes Vietnamese martial art in Paris

The 7th Vovinam World Championship was held in Paris from July 22 to 25, bringing together martial arts masters, athletes and delegates from many countries.

Party Central Committee’s third plenum: Unified governance identified as new source of national strength

Administrative restructuring would be hollow if administrative borders continue to shackle development mindset through fragmented, localised decision-making, the top leader warned.

Resolution revitalises urban spaces through cultural resources

Hanoi has recently launched a series of initiatives to realise its vision of becoming a "Civilised – Distinctive – Creative" capital, where culture and innovation serve as key growth engines. Among the most notable are the creative infrastructure development programme and the 2026 creative space design competition, which encourage architects, designers and creative communities to revitalise former industrial sites, relocated facilities, traditional craft villages, parks, squares and other public spaces through innovative yet practical design solutions.

Vietnam’s first aluminum ingot products unveiled

The Lam Dong provincial People’s Committee and Tran Hong Quan Metallurgy Co., Ltd organised a ceremony on July 26 to introduce Vietnam’s first aluminum ingot product, marking a milestone in the development of the country’s aluminum industry and contributing to greater economic self-reliance.

Vietnam attends India’s 8th WTO Trade Policy Review

India is one of Vietnam’s leading economic partners in South Asia and its eighth-largest trading partner of the Southeast Asian nation. Bilateral trade accounts for about 80% of Vietnam’s total trade with other South Asian countries. Meanwhile, Vietnam is currently India’s 22nd-largest trading partner globally and the fourth-largest in ASEAN.

Vietnam strengthens preparedness for non-traditional security threats

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has signed Decision No. 1125/QD-TTg dated June 23, 2026, approving the Project on “Communication for the Prevention of and Response to Non-Traditional Security Threats through 2030, with a Vision to 2045.”

Vietnamese Party and State leader honoured with international peace prize

The jury unanimously voted on July 24 to confer the prestigious award on the Vietnamese leader, citing his role in "strengthening peace and cooperation among nations."

Top leader calls for swift implementation of newly adopted Party decisions

Every decision must clearly identify the lead agency, responsible focal point, authority, conditions for implementation, timeline and expected outputs, the General Secretary and President stressed.

Hanoi eyes night-time entertainment zones to boost GRDP by 5%

Under the plan, designated zones could host licensed karaoke venues, nightclubs, bars, pubs, clubs and electronic gaming facilities, subject to strict security, public order and urban management requirements.

Vietnam attends ASEAN foreign ministers’ meetings

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung is in the Philippines to attend the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-59) and Related Meetings.

Vietnamese martial arts fantasy film selected for Toronto festival

Inspired by one of the mysterious folk legends surrounding the tomb of Dinh Tien Hoang, the film follows a gripping journey to protect the final secret of Vietnam's first emperor. It is presented as a martial arts epic blending historical fantasy with themes of family, love, brotherhood, unwavering loyalty to the sovereign and noble sacrifice.

Wide range of artistic programmes to commemorate war invalids and martyrs day

Alongside tribute activities nationwide to mark the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947–2026), arts organisations and local authorities are staging special performances honouring fallen heroes, war invalids, sick veterans and people who rendered meritorious service to the revolution, while promoting the tradition of gratitude, patriotism and national pride.

Vietnam charts course for regional culture, creativity hub status by 2045

The blueprint seeks to deepen international cultural integration, export Vietnamese values and absorb the essence of world cultures. The end goal is an advanced culture steeped in national identity, deployed as a soft power to fuel rapid, sustainable growth, lift Vietnam’s global standing, and add a distinct thread to the tapestry of human civilisation.

Digital transformation powers new administration model

One year on, digital transformation is driving faster, smarter and more transparent public administration under Vietnam's three-tier administration model.

Party Central Committee’s third meeting opens in Hanoi

The session is to discuss important issues in implementing the 14th National Party Congress’s Resolution, along with items covering Party building, political system and national development in the new stage.

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.

Dak Lak agricultural products win over Malaysian market

At the Malaysia International Food and Beverage Trade Fair 2026, held from July 15–17 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, businesses from Vietnam’s Central Highland province of Dak Lak showcased a range of processed agricultural products, opening up promising opportunities in the rapidly growing Halal market.

BIDV becomes first Vietnamese bank to join global carbon accounting alliance

Through the alliance, BIDV will gain access to international methodologies, technical guidance and updated emissions factors covering multiple countries and economic sectors.

Around 7,000 athletes to compete at Sports Festival 2026

This year's festival will feature 12 sports, introducing several new events such as national youth triathlon and beach tennis championship, while expanding its international scope by bringing together clubs, athletes, and police forces from ASEAN countries for events such as the ASEAN Police Open Golf Tournament 2026.