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Artisan breathes new life into Vietnam’s traditional toy figurine art

Hanoi artisan Dang Van Hau is breathing new life into the traditional art of “To He”, preserving the centuries-old toy figurine shaping craft while pushing its creative boundaries with intricate works inspired by Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.

Vietnamese students shine at International Olympiad in Informatics 2026

Resolution No. 23 empowers OV to contribute to national development

Ho Chi Minh City launches psychological, social support places for children, families

Vietnam’s language push abroad gains traction

Vietnamese students in Singapore promote homeland’s culture through music

The Vietnamese Youth Alliance in Singapore (VNYA) on May 2 organised VNYA Concert 2026, under the theme “NHIP – The Rhythm of VietNam”, creating an emotional cultural space for Vietnamese students, workers and international friends in the city-state.

“Water” dance video enthralls audience

The “Water” dance video has just been recently introduced at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi. It is a continuation of the “Plug in to Evolution” campaign initiated by the European Union in Vietnam, which encourages Vietnamese youth to join hands in building a sustainable future.

Nurturing love for the homeland among young children

Ahead of the 51st anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975–2026), meaningful activities are being organised for students, with preschool children excitedly crafting the red flag with a yellow star—fostering early pride and love for the nation.

Youth Volunteer Movement in resistance against US 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.

Energy security seen as key to Vietnam’s long-term competitiveness: UK-based expert

Nguyen Son Tung, an investor at the UK’s M&G Investments and co-founder of the Vietnam Finance and Investment Association in the UK (VIFA), noted that Vietnam sees energy security not just as a technical issue, but a prerequisite for increasing its economic competitiveness and drawing long-term capital.

Vietnam, China step up tourism cooperation through Xinjiang promotion programme

VNAT Deputy Director Nguyen Thi Hoa Mai noted that China has consistently been Vietnam’s largest source of international visitors in multiple periods, including 2011–2020 and 2024–2025. Conversely, Vietnam ranks among the top five outbound markets for China, with Vietnamese arrivals at times exceeding 8 million annually.

Vietnam U17 team returns home after ASEAN championship triumph

The regional title is seen as a well-deserved reward for the team’s sustained efforts under head coach Cristiano Roland, while also reflecting the steady progress of Vietnam’s youth football development.

Boosting traditional arts talents key to preserving cultural heritage

Politburo’s Resolution No. 80 on developing Vietnamese culture places a stronger emphasis on nurturing talent in traditional arts. It is expected to breathe fresh life into Vietnam’s cultural heritage, as these art forms face mounting challenges in the modern entertainment landscape.

Contest connects youth, fosters green growth future for Vietnam–Denmark relations

With its innovative, student-centred approach, the public speaking and debate contest on Vietnam’s green growth future underscored the role of cultural and educational diplomacy in promoting mutual understanding and people-to-people exchanges, further strengthening the growing, substantive partnership between Vietnam and Denmark.

Overseas scholar honoured for contributions to national development, Vietnam - Australia ties

The Certificate of Merit recognises Lien’s leadership in 10 Australia-funded projects implemented at Curtin University since 2022, focusing on key areas including energy transition, carbon market development, digital transformation and policy building. Notably, a capacity-building programme for around 200 Vietnamese officials and leaders has helped enhance human resources and promote practical cooperation between the two countries.

Vietnam, Germany seek to strengthen labour cooperation

German businesses noted that for Vietnamese workers to successfully access the German market, they must first acquire a solid understanding of the country’s vocational training system.

All four Vietnamese students sweep medals at Moscow int’l chemistry olympiad

Specifically, two gold medals were awarded to Ngo Hoang Minh, a 12th-grade student at Hanoi–Amsterdam High School for the Gifted, who placed second overall; and Nguyen Thai Minh, an 11th-grade student at the High School for Gifted Students under the Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU-Hanoi), who ranked 11th.

Hanoi officials pay tribute to Lenin on his 156th birthday

The officials expressed their deep gratitude for the immense contributions by Lenin, an outstanding political theorist and eminent leader of the working class and working people worldwide, to the global revolutionary cause.

Vietnam women’s football team ranked 37th in latest FIFA standings

The Vietnam women's national football team is placed 37th in the world with 1,593.71 points, according to the latest rankings released by FIFA.

Over 5.6 million young people join Youth Month volunteer activities

Reports at the conference showed broad participation and tangible outcomes, with more than 5.6 million young people taking part in volunteer activities, and over 51,000 initiatives registered.

Vietnamese in Japan revive mother tongue among young generations

While the number of Vietnamese-origin children in Japan is surging, opportunities to actually speak Vietnamese in daily life are vanishing fast. Many children can understand the language but default to Japanese in response, gradually relegating their mother tongue to a secondary role, sometimes even treating it as a “second foreign language” inside their own houses.

Vietnamese Canadian youth hub launched to fight mother tongue erosion

The Viet Youth Readiness Hub is seen as a dedicated platform to connect, support, and empower Vietnamese-Canadian youth. It aims to emerge as a central force to host social events, advance heritage education, foster exchange and integration among young Vietnamese in Canada.

About 10,000 students expected at National Startup Day 2026

This year marks the rollout of the “Student Startup Support Programme for 2026 – 2035”, approved under Decision No. 336/QD-TTg, which places emphasis on practical outcomes, real products, real testing, real partnerships, and measurable impact.

Top leader meets Vietnamese community in Beijing, leaving strong impression on expatriates, students

Hoang Dinh Thiet, a student at Beijing Foreign Studies Universityexpressed his particular admiration for the development vision articulated by the Vietnamese leader. Education and sci-tech were identified as key pillars to bolster national strength and global standing amid deepening integration.

Talent incubation centre debuts in Czech Republic to empower Vietnamese youth

Many overseas Vietnamese families, despite prioritising education and living standards, may face gaps in parent-child connection due to language and cultural differences. Therefore, the Talent Incubation Centre (HITA) in the Czech Republic seeks to foster deeper understanding within families, helping young people build confidence and character from within.