Young people across Vietnam set off for military service in 2026
Young people across Vietnam enthusiastically set off for military service as localities nationwide held enlistment ceremonies on March 4–5.
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).
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.
Vietnam’s richest tycoons climb global wealth rankings as stocks rally
Vingroup Chairman Pham Nhat Vuong’s wealth jumped 1.2 billion USD on December 2, placing him among the top five global gainers of the day.
All 6 Hanoi students win medals at 22nd International Junior Science Olympiad
All six students representing Vietnam at the 22nd International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO 2025) in Russia have won medals, securing three silvers and three bronzes, according to Hanoi’s Department of Education and Training.
50 outstanding Vietnamese literary, performing arts works unveiled
At the event, the ministry awarded certificates to the 50 selected masterpieces, including 14 literary works, 18 stage productions, 12 musical compositions, and six dance pieces, and launched the 2026–2030 campaign to inspire the next wave of Vietnamese literary and art creation.
