VIETNAM: NEW ERA

VIETNAM: NEW ERA

Vietnamese martial arts fantasy film selected for Toronto festival

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.
Vietnamese rescuers awarded

Vietnamese rescuers awarded "Hero of Venezuela" medal

Vietnam's rescue and relief team has been awarded the first-class "Hero of Venezuela" medal, a noble reward from the Venezuelan Government, in recognition of their courageous humanitarian efforts following the devastating earthquakes in the Latin American country.
Vietnam participates in Russia’s largest industrial exhibition

Vietnam participates in Russia’s largest industrial exhibition

A Vietnamese delegation is in Russia to participate in the 16th INNOPROM International Industrial Trade Fair in Yekaterinburg – Russia’s largest annual industrial exhibition from July 6 to 8. This is the first time a Vietnamese delegation to participate in the event.
Hanoi welcomes five-millionth international visitor of 2026

Hanoi welcomes five-millionth international visitor of 2026

On July 7, Hanoi welcomed its five-millionth international visitor of 2026 at the Terminal 2 of Noi Bai International Airport. The milestone highlights the capital's robust tourism growth in the first half of the year and its rising profile as an international destination.
Ho Chi Minh City affirms role as Vietnam's economic powerhouse

Ho Chi Minh City affirms role as Vietnam's economic powerhouse

On July 2, 1976, the former Saigon–Gia Dinh was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City in honour of President Ho Chi Minh. Fifty years later, it has become Vietnam's economic powerhouse, accounting for 23.5% of the country's GDP. In 2025, the city posted a GRDP of nearly 3 quadrillion VND (approximately 115 billion USD), with per capita income reaching 8,755 USD.
Vietnam – EFTA FTA expected to create new growth opportunities for trade, investment

Vietnam – EFTA FTA expected to create new growth opportunities for trade, investment

The successful conclusion of the negotiations was not merely the end of a process that lasted more than 10 years, but also demonstrated the strong commitment of both Vietnam and EFTA countries to an open, transparent and rules-based international trading system. The agreement sends a clear message that dialogue, cooperation and economic connectivity remain the most effective means of promoting growth, creating jobs and generating prosperity.
Vietnamese fruit expands foothold in Chinese market

Vietnamese fruit expands foothold in Chinese market

Thanks to its strategic location bordering Vietnam and other ASEAN countries, Guangxi remains a major gateway for tropical fruit entering China. Chinese media have also identified Vietnamese lychees as one of the country's favourite seasonal fruits.
Vietnam's warmth lights up cold night in La Guaira

Vietnam's warmth lights up cold night in La Guaira

The earthquake may have broken some of the strongest concrete steel, yet it failed to extinguish the kindness or the resilience forged in solidarity. Together, the La Guaira locals are enduring their longest days, held together by hands that refuse to let go.
Keeping children safe online - an urgent priority

Keeping children safe online - an urgent priority

Amid the rapid pace of technological development, particularly the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), efforts to prevent and address online child exploitation have become increasingly complex and challenging. Building a strong protective framework for children in cyberspace has been an urgent priority, providing a secure foundation for future generations to develop safely, confidently, and creatively in an ever-expanding digital world.
Emulation, commendation movements must be tied to concrete targets, tasks: PM

Emulation, commendation movements must be tied to concrete targets, tasks: PM

The council reviewed its performance and the implementation of emulation and commendation work during the first half of the year, agreed on key tasks for the remainder of 2026, and considered nominations for the conferment and posthumous conferment of the “Hero of the People's Armed Forces” and “Hero of Labour” titles on collectives and individuals with outstanding achievements.
Hanoi accelerates AI city development

Hanoi accelerates AI city development

As Hanoi moves to realise its long-term development vision for a new era, the capital is stepping up efforts to attract investment. By signing 50 memoranda of understanding with leading domestic and international corporations and organisations, the city aims not only to expand infrastructure but also to lay the foundation for becoming a modern AI city, with technology serving as a key driver of growth.
Hanoi charts path to multi-centred, multi-layered urban structure

Hanoi charts path to multi-centred, multi-layered urban structure

The Government has launched an action programme to develop Hanoi in the new era, putting people at the heart of development and leveraging innovation, green and digital transformation, and the circular economy to drive sustainable growth and strengthen the capital’s competitiveness.
Ho Chi Minh City – Half a century of confidence and aspiration

Ho Chi Minh City – Half a century of confidence and aspiration

Half a century has passed since Saigon-Gia Dinh was renamed Ho Chi Minh City in honour of President Ho Chi Minh. Today, the city has not only maintained its role as Vietnam's economic powerhouse but has also gradually established itself as a regional hub for finance, industry and innovation.
Trade promotion: Driving Vietnamese products further afield

Trade promotion: Driving Vietnamese products further afield

Hoang Minh Chien, Deputy Director of the Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, said trade promotion activities are undergoing a significant shift from broad-based support to more in-depth assistance, with enhancing business competitiveness at the core.