PM attends Vietnam – France business forum in Paris

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.
Third United Nations Ocean Conference

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.
Hanoi ranked among top 15 most popular cities for tourists

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

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

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

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.
2024: Cashless payment value 25 times higher than GDP

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.
PM arrives in Tallinn, starting official visit to Estonia

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

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.
Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2025

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

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.