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Ho Chi Minh City kicks off Spring Volunteer Campaign 2026

The Youth Union of Ho Chi Minh City launched the 18th annual Spring Volunteer Campaign 2026 on January 3, targeting hospitals, elder-care facilities, schools for special needs, social welfare centres, student dormitories, worker housing, train stations, bus depots, and other hubs throughout the bustling southern hub.

OVs bring ‘new momentum’ to mobilising intellectual resources for national development

National team features youth on path to new heights, following 33rd SEA Games

SEA Games 33: Vietnam posts impressive medal haul, ranks third overall

Cuba to award full medical scholarships to Vietnamese students

33rd SEA Games: Vietnam secures 87th gold medal

The quartet of Nguyen Huy Hoang, Vo Thi My Tien, Nguyen Kha Nhi and Mai Tran Tuan Anh delivered a determined and well-coordinated performance, crossing the line first in 1:12:18.

Nguyen Thi Oanh hits 15-gold SEA Games athletics milestone

The impressive string of achievements across multiple SEA Games not only affirms her elite athletic caliber but has also made Nguyen Thi Oanh a symbol of perseverance, dedication, and pride for Vietnamese sport.

Vietnamese students’ impressive achievements at int’l Olympiad competitions in 2025

In 2025, Viet Nam fielded seven teams at international and regional Olympiad competitions, with 37 students competing and all winning medals, including 13 golds, 16 silvers and eight bronzes—an increase of one gold and one silver compared with 2024.

SEA Games 33: Vietnam defeat Thailand 3-2 after extra time to claim men's football gold medal

Vietnam made a impressive comeback to beat Thailand 3-2 after extra time and claim the 33rd SEA Games men's football final. This is the fourth SEA Games men's football gold medal of Vietnam.

Quang Ngai residents receive State President's Bravery Order

Two residents of Ly Son special zone in the central province of Quang Ngai received the State President's Bravery Order for their courageous rescue efforts during Typhoon Kalmaegi at a ceremony on December 15.

Contest spreads love for President Ho Chi Minh among Vietnamese children in Japan

The contest served as a meaningful platform contributing to the preservation of the Vietnamese language and cultural identity within the Vietnamese community in Japan.

Vietnamese men’s futsal team enters world’s Top 20 in FIFA rankings

With the new standing, Vietnam now rank fourth in Asia, behind only Iran (5th worldwide), Thailand (11th) and Japan (13th).

Vietnam shooting team wins first gold at SEA Games 33

Viettel secures three prestigious international awards

Viettel has won honours in the “People & Culture” and “Best Operator in a Growth Market” categories at the 2025 World Communication Awards (WCA), alongside the “Best Digital Transformation Project” at the 2025 Global Telecoms Awards (Glotel).

Vietnamese students shine at financial analysis competition in UK

The annual event provides a platform for students to hone skills in financial analysis, company valuation, and investment pitching—essential for careers in international finance. This year’s competition attracted over 150 students from universities across the UK, Vietnam, and other countries.

Vietnam to host first-ever national-level Breaking–HipHop showcase

The 2025 National Breaking – HipHop Showcase and Multi-Discipline Street Dance Mass Performance are expected to become a major milestone, helping to position Vietnam on the regional Street Dance map and spotlight the country’s fast-rising urban dance scene.

Music gala showcases a happy Vietnam to the world

With a strong humanitarian message, the Vietnam Happy Fest 2025 gala went beyond delivering a dazzling night of performances, underscoring the role of culture and the arts in fostering a happy life for the Vietnamese people, and presenting to the world an image of a beautiful, dynamic and joyful Vietnam.

VinFuture Prize 2025 awardees ignite scientific passion among youth

In a candid and lively atmosphere, the laureates reflected on their journeys from early inspirations to field-changing discoveries, showing that science is not simply a profession, but a responsibility to humanity.

Vietnamese-developed BioWraps wins Top 10 startup award in Hong Kong

The innovative packaging from Vietnam is made from cellulose extracted from orange peels, offering a green, safe, and sustainable alternative to traditional plastics while promoting a circular economy and reducing pollution.

Artistic lighting gives Ho Chi Minh City vibrant night-time glow

The artistic lighting system at Mong Bridge, the Youth Cultural House, the Ton Duc Thang Museum, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum and other sites has just been inaugurated, giving the city’s central area a fresh look and creating a striking visual highlight. It showcases Ho Chi Minh City’s architectural features and attracts visitors at night.

Sea of clouds at Keo Lom Pass in Dien Bien shines at dawn

At dawn, Keo Lom Pass in Na Son commune in Dien Bien province awakens above a vast sea of white clouds filling the valley below. In the golden sunrise, layers of mountains appear faint and dreamy, creating a natural scene that is both majestic and poetic. This unspoiled beauty makes Keo Lom an appealing destination for visitors and those who love the landscapes of the northwest mountains.

SEA Games 33: Vietnam women’s national team kicks off with “goal fest”

Vietnam’s women’s national team kicked off their 33rd SEA Games journey with a commanding 7–0 win over Malaysia in Group B on December 5, moving temporarily to the top of the group and gaining a crucial advantage in the race for the semifinals.

Vietnamese students top ASEAN in Math, Reading under SEA-PLM 2024

Vietnam continued to lead the region in both key areas. The average Reading score was 323.5 points and Mathematics 334.6 points, maintaining the top positions despite slight declines from 2019. Some 66% of Vietnamese pupils reached advanced proficiency in Reading while the regional average was 40% and 88% in Mathematics with the regional average reaching 36%.

Hanoi becomes member of UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities

With Hanoi being the latest member, Vietnam now has six cities in UNESCO's Global Network of Learning Cities.