VIETNAM: NEW ERA

Hai Phong asked to contribute more to realisation of centenary goals

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked the northern port city of Hai Phong to make greater contributions to join the whole nation’s efforts in realising the two strategic centenary goals and ushering in a new era of prosperous development.

Hoi An among world's most stunning historic centres

Hoi An has been ranked by French online travel platform Tourlane as one of the best-preserved ancient towns in Southeast Asia, renowned for its streets glowing with thousands of colourful lanterns.

Vietnam puts forward green energy vision at World Atom Week

A leader of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) suggested the establishment of a multilateral research organisation on green energy that engages such partners as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR), Russia’s Rosatom, and institutions worldwide like the VAST.

Vietnam ranks 44th in Global Innovation Index 2025

Vietnam has been ranked 44th out of 139 economies with an overall score of 37.1 in the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII) released by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), maintaining the same position as last year.

Resolution 72 – Driving breakthroughs in grassroots healthcare

From July 1, 2025, local governments in many provinces officially began operating under a two-tier model. This reform has had a direct impact on the healthcare system, particularly at grassroots level, providing primary healthcare for the people. Alongside Resolution 72 of the Politburo on breakthrough measures in protecting, caring for and improving public health, grassroots healthcare is expected to see major progress and transformation.

Phu Quoc targets upgrade to world-class special zone

Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s “Pearl Island” in the southern province of An Giang, is poised to enter a new era of growth with ambitions to become an international special zone. The goal is to evolve into a nexus of top-tier services, eco-tourism, and world-class marine and island tourism.

Vietnam, Tuvalu establish diplomatic ties

Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam Le Hoai Trung and Tuvaluan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Labour, and Trade Paulson Panapa signed a joint communiqué on the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries on September 24 (local time). With the signing of this joint communiqué, Vietnam has become one of the few countries in the world to establish diplomatic ties with all 193 UN member states.

NA must enhance people's and Party's characters in operations: Party chief

Party General Secretary To Lam attended the first Congress of the National Assembly (NA)’s Party Organisation in Hanoi on September 25, where he highlighted the need for the legislature to enhance the people’s and the Party's characters in its operations.

Vietnamese State President spotlights value of peace in building sustainable future

State President Luong Cuong delivered a keynote speech at the High-Level General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80) in New York on September 23 (local time), highlighting a message of honouring the value of peace, driving bold transformation to shape a sustainable future.

Nearly 250 officers, soldiers depart for UN peacekeeping mission

The Ministry of National Defence held a departure ceremony at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on September 22 to send off Level-2 Field Hospital Rotation 7 and Engineering Unit Rotation 4 to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA).

“Sounds Across the Ocean”: From ‘hell on earth’ to big screen

Over the past week, behind-the-scenes footage of the film Thanh am vuot dai duong (literally Sounds Across the Ocean) – a movie about political prisoners held in Con Dao prison, often described as “hell on earth” – has drawn widespread attention.

Vietnam affirms role as active member of AIPA

Vietnam-US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace, cooperation, sustainable development

Vietnam rises to global top 10 in fixed broadband speeds

The country also recorded its fastest median speed since connecting to the global internet in 1997. This milestone places Vietnam among the top 20 nations for both mobile and fixed broadband speeds, along with Singapore, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the US, the Republic of Korea, Denmark, and Kuwait.

Vietnamese singer wins Intervision 2025 in Russia

Vietnamese pop star, Duc Phuc, has made history by winning the top prize at Intervision 2025, marking the international music contest’s comeback after three decades.

Bringing Ninh Thuan nuclear power project into operation in 2030–2035 period

Resolution No. 70-NQ/TW dated August 20, 2025 of the Politburo on ensuring national energy security through 2030, with a vision to 2045, sets out specific goals. Regarding nuclear power, the Resolution calls for the prompt implementation of the Ninh Thuan 1 and Ninh Thuan 2 nuclear power projects with suitable partners, ensuring Vietnam’s maximum benefits while taking into account previous agreements, and bringing them into operation in the 2030–2035 period.

Megastory: Ho Chi Minh City aims to become international megacity

Throughout Vietnam’s journey of national liberation, construction, and development, particularly during the 50 years of national reunification and nearly 40 years of implementing the Doi Moi (renewal) process, Ho Chi Minh City has consistently made a strong impact that has helped shape the nation’s comprehensive development.

Cultural diplomacy reinforces Vietnam's soft power in new era: Deputy FM

Amidst global competition and shifting international order, cultural diplomacy is increasingly seen as a strategic instrument for nations to affirm their positions and bring into play soft power. The Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporter spoke with Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO Nguyen Minh Vu about the mission of cultural diplomacy in the new era.

Top Vietnamese legislator attends opening session of AIPA-46

Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man attended the opening of the 46th General Assembly of the ASEAN Inter Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA-46) in Kuala Lumpur on September 18.

46th General Assembly of ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly

The 46th General Assembly of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA-46) is being held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from September 16-22 under the theme “Parliaments at the Forefront for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable ASEAN.”