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Vietnam’s trade surpasses 1 trillion USD in 10 months

Vietnam recorded a trade surplus of an estimated 6.8 billion USD in October, marking the second consecutive month of surplus and narrowing the cumulative trade deficit for the first 10 months to around 12.7 billion USD.

Top leader calls on female NA deputies to help shape national development policies

Central Council for Theoretical Studies requested to strengthen core role in strategic advisory work

Vietnam advances child development strategy towards 2045

Vietnam receives 2026 Government Leadership Award

Administrative reform shifts focus to practical results

Agencies largely kept the receipt, processing and return of administrative results running continuously, openly and transparently, with citizens and firms at the centre of public service delivery. They also kept upgrading, linking and using the databases serving administrative processing, carried out tasks under the 100-day Action Plan for the Politburo's Resolution 57-NQ/TW, and rolled out new initiatives and models to lift service quality.

Vietnam calls for stronger int'l cooperation to drive sustainable development

Vietnam calls for stronger global partnerships tailored to the needs and conditions of countries at different levels of development, including fair access to new and emerging technologies. Such cooperation will help developing countries acquire knowledge, skills and technologies needed for innovation and competitiveness.

Vietnam’s GDP estimated to grow 9.01%

Vietnam’s GDP is estimated to have grown by 9.01% year on year in the first nine months of 2026. Agriculture, forestry and fisheries are estimated to have expanded by 4.02%, industry and construction by 11.21%, and services by 8.69%, contributing 5.35%, 49.62% and 45.03% respectively to the overall increase in value added.

Ancient tower preserves 1,000 years of Oc Eo culture

Binh Thanh ancient tower is a valuable architectural relic in Phuoc Chi commune, Tay Ninh province. Dating back to around the eighth to ninth centuries, the structure is associated with the late period of the Oc Eo culture.

International arrivals to Vietnam up 14.5%

Vietnam's tourism sector maintained strong growth in the first nine months of 2026, welcoming 17.68 million international visitors, up 14.5% year on year. The growth was supported by a safe and secure environment, favourable visa policies, stronger tourism promotion, diverse tourism products, and Vietnam's appeal in terms of natural landscapes, culture, cuisine and competitive travel costs.

Digital technology gives Vietnamese businesses an edge in market access

When data is standardised, transparent and updated, digital platforms can help businesses more effectively reach buyers, investors and international partners. Data thus becomes not merely a promotional tool but part of a business’s competitive capacity.

Nearly 2.6 million people join online Constitution and law contest

Nearly 2.6 million people took part in an online contest on the Constitution and laws organised by the Ministry of Justice over 45 days, highlighting the broad reach of digital legal education.

14th Party Central Committee convenes fourth plenum

The fourth plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee opened in Hanoi on October 5.

Hanoi ranks first in 2026 Provincial Innovation Index

Hanoi topped the 2026 Provincial Innovation Index (PII), retaining the leading position for the fourth consecutive year, according to results announced by the Ministry of Science and Technology at the 2026 National Innovation Day in Hanoi on October 4.

Green startups unlock higher value for Vietnamese agricultural products

In Ho Chi Minh City and southern localities, many young entrepreneurs are moving beyond the traditional use of local agricultural products to develop commercially viable products, create jobs and generate additional value from existing resources.

Youth lead nationwide volunteer campaign in summer 2026

More than 10.2 million youth union members and young people took part in volunteer activities nationwide during the 2026 Summer Youth Volunteer Campaign, contributing to tree planting, support for disadvantaged children, digital literacy, career guidance, environmental protection and other community initiatives.

Ideological work must be grounded in reality and close to people: top leader

Ideological work must bring about tangible changes, stay close to reality and the people, proactively identify and promote the resolution of problems, provide timely information, and maintain honesty in dialogue, said top leader To Lam.

Vietnam climbs seven places in global tourism development index

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released the Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2026. Vietnam scored 4.15 points, ranking 52nd among 110 economies, up seven places from 2024 and 11 places from 2019.

Top leader urges military to complete 2026 tasks with highest results

General Secretary and President To Lam applauded the Central Military Commission and the whole military for strictly following the Party and State’s leadership and direction and comprehensively implementing military and defence tasks.

Digital platform adds new channel for Vietnamese exporters to reach global buyers

A new digital trade platform is set to give Vietnamese exporters an additional channel to connect with international buyers, combining online product information and business matching with physical trade fairs and production-site visits.

Vietnamese pagodas foster Vietnam-Laos friendship

A ceremony reviewing Buddhist affairs for 2022-2027 and announcing the new personnel of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha’s Coordination and Cooperation Board in Laos for 2026-2031 was recently held in Vientiane. The event highlighted the contributions of Vietnamese Buddhism in Laos and its role in strengthening community ties and people-to-people exchanges.

Vietnam shares inspection experience with FRELIMO Party delegation

On September 29, Politburo member and Head of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Inspection Commission Tran Sy Thanh held talks with the delegation.

Vietnam’s airports among world’s top 50 most connected airports

Global aviation data provider OAG has ranked Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport among the world’s 50 most internationally connected airports in its 2026 Megahubs Index.

Digital transformation energises Vietnam’s southernmost province

In the southernmost province of Ca Mau, grassroots digital transformation models such as digital markets, model digital hamlets and smart public security are helping local authorities streamline administrative procedures and build a digital economy and society.

International delegates explore Hanoi’s cultural heritage

As part of the Asia-Pacific Dialogue on Heritage and Authenticity, held in Vietnam from September 27 to October 1, 2026, delegates visited some of Hanoi’s most notable historical and cultural landmarks, including the Temple of Literature, Ngoc Son Temple and the Old Quarter. The tour offered them an opportunity to discover the capital’s rich history, culture and heritage.