Vietnam officially becomes IEA association country
Becoming an association country is particularly important as Vietnam enters a new stage of development, remaining steadfast in its goal of carbon neutrality and green energy transition.
Vietnam continues to ensure all human rights for everyone: ambassador
During the 2023–2025 term, the participation of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission in Geneva at the UN Human Rights Council was guided by a consistent approach: constructive engagement, coherence, and keeping the council focused on practical solutions that improve people’s lives.
Vietnam kicks off 2026 tourism season with ceremonies for first arrivals
In Ho Chi Minh City, the Department of Tourism hosted arrivals of the first international visitors at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, including those on Vietnam Airlines' VN30 from Germany and Qatar Airways' QR974 from Qatar.
Steadfast governance in 2025 builds momentum for a new era
Government leadership in 2025 was marked by firm yet flexible direction, coordinated action and responsiveness to real-world conditions, delivering strong economic growth, effective disease control, faster digital transformation, administrative restructuring and legal improvements, and laying a solid foundation for sustainable development.
HCM City launches Public Administrative Service Centre
The People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City held a ceremony on December 31 to make debut its Public Administrative Service Centre, marking a significant step forward in advancing administrative reform and building a modern, efficient and people-oriented public administration.
New Year celebrations across Vietnam
From major cities to popular tourist destinations, a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere spread across Vietnam as people gathered to welcome the New Year. The nationwide celebrations reflected a shared sense of optimism and togetherness as the country stepped into the new year.
Vietnam forges ahead confidently into new era with wisdom, resilience: Party chief
Combating corruption, wastefulness and negative practices is a crucial task, essential for preserving the Party’s credibility, upholding the rule of law, and, most importantly, maintaining the trust of the people, Party chief said.
Vietnam poised to ring in 2026, ready to embark on new era of prosperity
Major urban centres are already seeing massive crowds as streets have been transformed into colourful corridors of light. This year, the focus in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City has shifted toward immersive cultural experiences that blend tradition with modern innovation.
National Data Centre No.1 to help accelerate digital transformation: Party chief
The National Data Centre No.1 has been positioned as a core and pivotal facility, serving as the “brain” and “heart” of the national digital transformation process, said Party General Secretary To Lam.
Total trade turnover up 17.2% in 11 months
In the first 11 months of 2025, Vietnam’s total import–export turnover reached 839.75 billion USD, up 17.2% compared to the same period last year, with exports rising 16.1% and imports increasing 18.4%.
Hanoi leads 2025 Vietnam eBusiness Index
The average score of the rankings is 9.3 points. The gap in e-commerce development between the two major economic centres – Hanoi and HCM City – and the remaining provinces and cities is very large.
High-quality workforce key to Vietnam’s semiconductor ambitions
Developing high-quality human resources is the decisive factor for Vietnam to successfully build its semiconductor industry, Deputy Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Van Phuc said at a conference reviewing the implementation of national strategies on semiconductor workforce development held in Ho Chi Minh City on December 26.
Digital economy – driver for Vietnam’s breakthrough in new development phase
The digital economy is establishing itself as a pillar of Vietnam’s development process as it is expected to reach about 39 billion USD in 2025 and boasts one of the fastest growth rates in Southeast Asia.
Artistic lighting space launched at Hoan Kiem Lake
An artistic lighting space highlighting Thap Rua (Turtle Tower) was officially launched in the Ho Guom (Hoan Kiem Lake) area on the evening of December 24, marking the start of Hanoi’s cultural and artistic programmes to welcome the 2026 New Year.
Total trade turnover up 17.2% in 11 months
In the first 11 months of 2025, Vietnam’s total import–export turnover reached 839.75 billion USD, up 17.2% compared to the same period last year, with exports rising 16.1% and imports increasing 18.4%.
Top 10 int’l events in 2025 selected by Vietnam News Agency
In 2025, the global situation remained volatile, with the international political landscape undergoing constant shifts that posed challenges to global security and stability. As the year draws to a close and 2026 approaches, the Vietnam News Agency has selected the 10 most prominent international events of 2025.
Ethnic group in Nghe An enjoys better living conditions
Dan Lai, a small ethnic group in the mountainous border areas of Nghe An province, once faced decline due to poverty and harsh living conditions. In recent years, however, government support for ethnic minority development and housing improvement has helped stabilise their lives.
33 press agencies nationwide rated excellent in digital transformation
Following restructuring and streamlining under Resolution No. 18/NQ-TW, Vietnam now has 778 press agencies, of which 177 have carried out assessments of their level of digital transformation maturity in journalism.
Vietnam News Agency selects top 10 domestic events in 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, the Vietnam News Agency has selected the 10 most prominent domestic events of the year, reflecting major political, economic, social and cultural milestones.
