VIETNAM: NEW ERA

VIETNAM: NEW ERA

Politburo sets six priorities for implementing Resolution No. 57

Politburo sets six priorities for implementing Resolution No. 57

After 18 months of implementing Resolution No. 57, ministries, sectors and localities have adopted innovative and effective approaches that have generated positive momentum, while winning broad support from businesses, the scientific community and the public for policies on science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.
Museums at heart of creative economy

Museums at heart of creative economy

The Politburo's Resolution 80 identifies culture as a key internal driver of economic development. In Ho Chi Minh City, modernising and restructuring museums is no longer simply about preservation. It is increasingly seen as an economic strategy, positioning museums as anchors of the night-time economy and vital links in the cultural industries value chain, helping support the city's ambition of achieving double-digit growth.
Ho Chi Minh City targets AI, semiconductor investment in new-generation FDI drive

Ho Chi Minh City targets AI, semiconductor investment in new-generation FDI drive

To prepare for a new generation of FDI attraction in line with Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW on the development of the foreign-invested sector, the city is expanding its high-tech development space. A newly approved 194.84ha expansion area in Long Phuoc ward is being planned under a “Green–Clean–Digital” model, with the goal of achieving carbon neutrality before 2050.
National Press Festival 2026: Vietnamese journalism upholding loyalty, creativity and responsibility in new era

National Press Festival 2026: Vietnamese journalism upholding loyalty, creativity and responsibility in new era

The National Press Festival 2026 themed “Vietnamese Journalism: Loyalty, Creativity, Responsibility in the New Era,” is being held in the northern port city of Hai Phong from June 19 to 21, 2026. The event aims to celebrate the success of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam and mark the 101st anniversary of the Vietnamese Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925–2026).
New opportunities for Vietnam in ASEAN-Russia cooperation

New opportunities for Vietnam in ASEAN-Russia cooperation

The ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit has opened a new chapter in cooperation between the two sides. As new initiatives take shape, Vietnam and Indonesia stand to benefit from emerging opportunities. To explore the prospects, a Vietnam News Agency correspondent in Jakarta spoke with Dr. Arisman, Executive Director of Indonesia's Centre for Southeast Asian Studies.
Vietnam, China deepen cultural bonds

Vietnam, China deepen cultural bonds

On June 18, the Chinese Cultural Centre in Hanoi organised a cultural experience programme to celebrate the Doan Ngo Festival - which is known as the “pest-killing festival” in Vietnam.
Vietnam tourism – A journey of endless discovery

Vietnam tourism – A journey of endless discovery

In 2026, Vietnam’s tourism industry aims to welcome approximately 25 million international arrivals, serve 150 million domestic travellers and generate total tourism revenue of around 1.125 quadrillion VND (approximately 43 billion USD), contributing significantly to the Government’s double-digit economic growth ambitions.
Vietnam affirms women’s indispensable role in lasting peace

Vietnam affirms women’s indispensable role in lasting peace

Despite being hit by natural disasters and climate change, Vietnam continues to join the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), UN peacekeeping operations, ASEAN disaster management cooperation, and deploy search-and-rescue and humanitarian assistance teams to countries affected by disasters and crises, thus translating solidarity into concrete action and ensuring that humanitarian considerations remain at the centre of all response efforts.
Prime Minister returns to Hanoi, concluding successful working trip to Russia

Prime Minister returns to Hanoi, concluding successful working trip to Russia

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s first working trip to Russia in his new position was highly successful, continuing to implement the foreign policy of the Party and the State. It reaffirmed Vietnam’s position and responsibilities within ASEAN and contributed to the overall success of the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit.
Prime Minister meets leaders of major Russian enterprises

Prime Minister meets leaders of major Russian enterprises

During his meeting with Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev, PM Hung expressed his sincere thanks for the cooperation, support, and significant contributions of Rosatom and the Russian side to the development of Vietnam's atomic energy sector over the past four decades.
PM hails Vietnamese community’s contributions to Vietnam – Russia ties

PM hails Vietnamese community’s contributions to Vietnam – Russia ties

The PM lauded the role and highly effective activities of the Union of Vietnamese Organisations in Russia, along with business associations, fellow-countrymen associations, professional associations, and community organisations, in uniting the community, protecting their rights and legitimate interests, upholding national cultural identity, and maintaining bonds with the homeland.