VIETNAM: NEW ERA

Vietnam shines as Asia’s growth bright spot amid global economic volatility

With GDP growth surpassing 8% in the third quarter and optimistic projections from HSBC (7.9%) and Standard Chartered (7.5%), the full-year target of 8.5%, previously deemed “ambitious”, now appears increasingly achievable.

Vietnam, UNDP host youth forum on women’s leadership in peacekeeping

UK Prime Minister welcomes, holds talks with Vietnamese Party General Secretary

PM’s attendance at 47th ASEAN Summit affirms Vietnam’s role, standing

Draft political report for 14th National Party Congress – strategic blueprint for Vietnam’s sustainable development

Signing ceremony of UN Convention against Cybercrime is “nothing short of historic”: UN Resident Coordinator

For Vietnam, hosting this ceremony is a crowning achievement in its 47-year partnership with the United Nations. It is a moment of pride, reflecting Vietnam’s commitment to multilateral diplomacy and its growing leadership in shaping the future of global governance.

Toward 14th National Party Congress: Sustainable development tied to institutional improvement

As the Party Central Committee has released the full draft documents of the 14th National Party Congress for public feedback, scholars and experts have shown strong interest, offering practical proposals that focus on key issues.

Second Photo and Video Award “Technology with heart” honours 32 works

Thirty-two works were honoured at the award ceremony of the second Photo and Video Award “Technology with heart,” held at the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) headquarters at No. 5 Ly Thuong Kiet Street in Hanoi on October 23.

Vietnam - South Africa partnership for cooperation and development

At the invitation of State President Luong Cuong, South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa is paying a state visit to Vietnam on October 23-24. This marks the first visit by a South African head of state to Vietnam in nearly two decades, and represents a historic milestone that is expected to advance bilateral relations to a new phase of deeper and more substantive cooperation.

Vietnam’s southern metropolis targets over 120 bln USD economy in 2025

With a combined seaport capacity expected to reach 32.7 million TEUs annually once projects are completed, HCM City could rival Singapore’s 37 million TEU capacity and other major regional ports, cementing its indispensable role in global value chains, especially in IT outsourcing, cross-border financial services, logistics, and supply chain management.

Second “Technology with Heart” award: Vietnamese Creativity – Path to Prosperity

The award ceremony of the second Photo and Video Award “Technology with heart” and the display of the most outstanding works will be held on October 23 afternoon at the Vietnam News Agency's headquarters in Hanoi.

OP-ED: Hanoi Convention: Strengthening global fight against cybercrime, building people’s cybersecurity posture

With the ongoing implementation of the Government’s plan to build a people’s security posture on cyberspace, Vietnam aims to create a safe, civilised online community where every citizen serves as a “digital sentry” defending the nation’s cyber frontiers.

Vietnam-Bulgaria traditional friendship

Party General Secretary To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, are paying an official visit to Bulgaria from October 22 - 24, at the invitation of Bulgarian President Rumen Radev. The visit contributes to deepening the traditional friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

PM chairs meeting on nuclear power plant construction

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Head of the Steering Committee for Nuclear Power Plant Construction, chaired the committee’s third meeting on October 22.

List of 34 provincial and municipal Party Secretaries for 2025-2030 tenure

The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) respectfully presents the list of 34 provincial and municipal Party Secretaries for the 2025–2030 tenure, updated as of October 17, 2025.

Vietnam spreads Hanoi Convention spirit, acts for safer cyberspace

Online scams, deception, and manipulation are becoming an “underlying storm” threatening cybersecurity and social well-being in Vietnam, causing severe damage not only financially but also to people’s mental health.

Vietnam’s coffee exports hit record high of 8.4 billion USD in 2024–2025 crop year

According to the Vietnam Coffee and Cocoa Association (VICOFA), the country exported over 1.5 million tonnes of coffee in the 2024–2025 crop year, up nearly 6% in volume, generating record earnings of 8.4 billion USD compared to 5.4 billion USD in the previous season.

State President's message on occasion of Vietnam hosting signing ceremony of UN Convention against Cybercrime

Australian expert highlights Vietnam’s role in combating cybercrime

The silent war: When virtual attacks inflict real-world devastation

A report from Cybersecurity Ventures projected that global cybercrimes will cause 10.5 trillion USD in annual damage this year, more than triple the 2025 figure. The amount could even reach 15 trillion VND by 2029, equivalent to the world’s third-largest economy.

Vietnam on track to rank among world’s 30 largest economies

Vietnam’s economy is forecast to exceed 505 billion USD by the end of 2025, placing the country among the world’s 30 largest economies, according to projections by the World Bank.

Vietnam - Finland traditional friendship, multifaceted cooperation

Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse, together with a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, are paying an official visit to Finland from October 20 to 22 at the invitation of President of Finland Alexander Stubb. This is the first visit by a General Secretary of Vietnam to Finland since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1973. The visit demonstrates Vietnam’s appreciation of its traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Finland, while opening up new strategic cooperation prospects between the two nations.