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 wins four gold medals for the first time at 2025 International Chemistry Olympiad
The Vietnamese team achieved a historic milestone at the 2025 International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO), securing four gold medals — including two ranked among the top ten. This marks the first time Vietnam has won four golds at an in-person edition of the IChO.
Le Quang Liem topples legend Anand to claim Leon Masters championship
Chess grand master Le Quang Liem (Vietnam) clinched the Leon Masters 2025 title after defeating Viswanathan Anand (India) 3–1 in the final held in Spain on July 6.
Youth volunteers support operation of local administration model, online public services
The programme prioritises 286 remote border communes, wards and special areas, where coordination between local youth units is seen as crucial. Volunteers are deployed across three main functions: supporting officials with administrative procedures, helping people and businesses submit online applications and payments, and offering digital training through creative models such as mobile tech clinics and grassroots tech groups.
Inspiring journey of Vietnamese female entrepreneur in Australia
Nahji Chu (Nga Chu) has become a prominent figure in Australia’s contemporary culinary scene, particularly within the Vietnamese community there.
‘Vietnam is calling’: Social media videos give boost to Vietnamese tourism
A quick search for “Vietnam is calling” on TikTok reveals a myriad of clips capturing the excitement of visitors setting off for Vietnam, with short videos showing tourists holding their passports, wheeling their suitcases through airports or exploring Vietnam’s scenic landscapes, diverse cuisine and unique culture - all set to upbeat, catchy soundtracks.
Ten Vietnamese universities featured in QS World University Rankings 2026
Compared to last year, Vietnam has gained four new entries while four other universities improved their rankings.
Japan holds first Vietnamese proficiency test at top level
On June 15, the Association for the Popularization and Exchange of Southeast Asian Languages in Japan held the 8th Vietnamese Language Proficiency Test in Tokyo. Notably, the test included Level 1 for the first time—the highest level in its framework.
Vietnam works to end child labour
Over the past decades, Vietnam has made strides in protecting children’s rights, especially efforts to reduce child labour, one of the most daunting challenges in developing countries.
Vietnam wins bronze at int’l circus festival in Russia
Vietnamese artist Luu Thi Huong from the Vietnam Circus Federation has won the Bronze Crown at the 2025 “Princess of Circus” International Festival held in Saratov, Russia.
Vietnam drafts first population law to tackle demographic challenges
Population is no longer just a figure — it is a strategic asset central to Vietnam’s global competitiveness. This law is not merely a policy tool, but a roadmap for unlocking the nation’s demographic potential and building a high-income, digitally-driven economy by 2045.
Vietnamese students shine at global ICT competition
Vietnam was represented by nine students from five universities, grouped into three teams. All teams delivered strong performances, with one team claiming first prize in the Cloud Computing category, another securing second place in the Computing Track, and the third team winning third prize in the Network Track.
Art on a bonnet: Hyperrealism meets heritage
Using the airbrush technique, Trinh Minh Tien skilfully recreated the image of Hanoi’s St. Joseph’s Cathedral reflected on a rain-covered car window — all on the surface of a car bonnet. Through Thuy Phu, the artist seeks to convey the Buddhist concept of impermanence, illustrating the ceaseless transformation of history through human-built architectural imprints.
All eight Vietnamese students win medals at Asian Physics Olympiad
Specifically, the Vietnamese students won three gold, three silver and two bronze medals at the 2025 APhO, which was held in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, from May 4-12.
Vietnamese students win four medals at Mendeleev Chemistry Olympiad
The two gold medallists are Tran Trung Kien, a 12th grader from the Hanoi-Amsterdam High School for the Gifted, who scored 169.25 points, and Nguyen Ngo Duc, a 12th grader from the Phan Boi Chau High School for the Gifted in Nghe An province, who scored 151.05 points.
Voices of pride: Citizens and soldiers on 50 years of national reunification
Voices of pride echoed across Ho Chi Minh City as citizens and soldiers honoured 50 years of national reunification.
Students form Vietnam map and national flag by Bai Tu Long bay
Participants, wearing coordinated red and yellow outfits, meticulously formed the outline of the country’s map alongside a giant image of the national flag, set against the scenic backdrop of Bai Tu Long Bay.
Youth Volunteer Movement during the resistance against American Imperialism
During the most challenging moments of the resistance against American imperialism, the Youth Volunteer forces - with their spirit of sacrifice and determination - made a profound contribution to the nation's historic victory in the spring of 1975.
Speaking from the heart: Vietnamese abroad
Vietnamese is more than just a language—it is a bridge to our roots, culture, and traditions. In today’s podcast, we’ll hear stories from Vietnamese language classes in Australia, Thailand, and Russia to better understand the efforts made by overseas Vietnamese communities to preserve the language for future generations and to bring Vietnamese culture closer to international friends.
Vietnamese students named runners-up at global robot contest
Vietnamese high school students brought pride to the country by winning the second prize at the 2025 FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) World Championship – the world's largest robotics competition for secondary students, held in the US from April 16-19.
Youth volunteers – living like “iron flowers”
With noble ideals and a thirst for devotion to the nation, whether in wartime or peace, generations of young Vietnamese people have overcome difficulties, staying ready to dedicate their youth to the country.
