VIETNAM: NEW ERA

PM attends Vietnam – France business forum in Paris

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, speaking at the Vietnam – France business forum in Paris on June 11, emphasised that businesses need to join hands to connect the two economies, while the governments serve as facilitators—creating opportunities, providing favourable conditions, and promoting cooperation.

Qualcomm launches new AI R&D centre in Vietnam

The new centre, staffed by a team of scientists, researchers, and AI specialists working in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, forms part of Qualcomm’s global AI research group.

Photo book celebrates a century of Vietnam’s revolutionary press

A ceremony was held on June 10 to launch the photo book “100 Years of Vietnam’s Revolutionary Press (1925–2025)”, marking the 100th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 – 2025).

Three-pronged approach to restore market confidence

Businesses should embrace digital technology – from blockchain to verification codes and anti-counterfeiting techniques – to build a “digital shield” that helps consumers easily identify genuine products.

Foreign crew members, fishermen rescued at sea

Border guards in Ca Mau have successfully rescued eight foreign crew members in maritime emergencies.

Third United Nations Ocean Conference

Themed “Accelerating action and mobilising all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean," the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) is taking place from June 9 to 13, 2025 in Nice, France, with 10 plenary sessions and thematic dialogues.

Vietnamese flavours shine at Prague culinary festival

Vietnam has made a vibrant impression at the 8th International Cultural and Culinary Festival held on June 7 at Victory Square in Prague’s district 6.

Hanoi ranked among top 15 most popular cities for tourists

Vietnam’s capital city of Hanoi has been ranked 11th among the world's top 15 cities most favoured by tourists in 2025, according to a recent article by Time Out titled “The cities tourists are ditching and where they’re heading instead.”

Vietnam: A rising star in global cinema

This past May, on the sidelines of the world-renowned Cannes Film Festival, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism joined hands with the Vietnam Association for the Promotion and Development of Cinema to host a seminar titled: “Vietnam – The Dynamic Market in Asia and the New Destination for Global Film Productions.” One of the hottest topics at the seminar was how to support international productions filming in Vietnam — with discussions on incentives, permits, and infrastructure.

Vietnam–China international train service boosts "smokeless industry"

After a prolonged suspension due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Vietnam Railways Corporation has officially resumed the international passenger train service between Vietnam and China. The move aims to strengthen economic cooperation, maximise railway infrastructure efficiency, and unlock fresh opportunities for international railway tourism.

Hoi An named by Agoda among top 5 cycling spots

In celebration of World Bicycle Day on June 3, digital travel platform Agoda has introduced five cycling destinations across Asia that offer unique experiences for travelers. Among them, the ancient town of Hoi An is featured as one of the top five cycling spots for World Bicycle Day.

Vietnam welcomes over 9.2 international tourist arrivals in five months

During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.

Summer tourism 2025: Boost across domestic, international markets

Summer 2025 is heating up with strong interest from both domestic and international travellers. As school holidays approach, localities and travel companies are rolling out attractive promotional campaigns to capitalise on the travel demand.

2024: Cashless payment value 25 times higher than GDP

According to the State Bank of Vietnam, the banking sector’s digital transformation has recently achieved encouraging results, contributing to the overall development of the national economy. In particular, cashless payment activities have been widely implemented and witnessed remarkable growth.

Vietnam posts 4.67 billion USD in five-month trade surplus

The country's export earnings grew by 14% while its imports rose by 17.5%, resulting in a trade surplus of 4.67 billion USD during the five-month period.

PM arrives in Tallinn, starting official visit to Estonia

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at Lennart Meri Tallinn airport in the capital of Tallinn on June 5 morning (local time), starting their three-day official visit to Estonia at the invitation of Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal.

Vietnam-Estonia traditional friendship relations

At the invitation of Prime Minister Kristen Michal, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, along with a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, pay an official visit to Estonia on June 5-7, 2025. This is the first visit to Estonia by a Vietnamese government leader since 1992 – when the two sides established diplomatic ties. Over the past years, the two countries have maintained a sound traditional relationship, actively supporting each other on multilateral forums.

Vietnam’s voice at UN ocean conference carries great significance: French Ambassador

Speaking to the media on the occasion of the Vietnamese PM’s visit to France to attend the conference, co-hosted by France and Costa Rica, and engage in a range of bilateral activities, the diplomat remarked that Vietnam’s presence and voice at the conference are particularly meaningful.

Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2025

Building on the success of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2024, the DIFF 2025 is taking place from May 31 to July 12 under the theme "Da Nang – New Era," featuring 10 participating teams. This year’s festival is more than just a spectacular showcase of light art; it also holds special significance as it commemorates the 50th anniversary of the city’s liberation, embodying the aspirations for Da Nang’s vibrant and prosperous future.

From a poor country to one of the world's fastest-growing economies

50 years since the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025), Vietnam’s economy has undergone remarkable changes. Its gross domestic product (GDP) per capita skyrocketed from only 232 VND (equivalent to about 80 USD) in 1975 to 4,700 USD in 2024. The GDP soared from 8 billion USD in 1986 to 476.3 billion USD in 2024, or about 59.5 times higher. These indicators reflect the economic development journey that has been making great differences to the country, paving the way for it to enter a new era – the era of the nation’s rise.