ASIAD 2026: Vietnam rowers race to bronze in women’s quadruple sculls
Competing at the Nagaragawa International Rowing Course in Japan, the Vietnamese crew clocked 6:43, finishing just two seconds behind Uzbekistan.
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.
Vietnam finish third at Kickboxing World Cup 2026
According to Vu Duc Thinh, President of the Vietnam Kickboxing Federation, the strong results reflected careful preparation by local training centres and the determination of Vietnamese fighters. The team’s participation, funded largely through socialised and local resources, also demonstrated growing support for the development of kickboxing in Vietnam.
Young innovators bring heritage to life with tech
What do heritage boxes look like in the creative hands of young people?
Le Van Cong wins silver at 2026 Asia–Oceania Para Powerlifting Championships
Born in Ha Tinh province, Le Van Cong is widely regarded as a symbol of Vietnam’s para-sport movement. He made history by winning a gold medal at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, the first Paralympic gold ever achieved by Vietnam’s para-sport delegation.
Vietnamese painters shine with “Thousand-Mile Journey” award in Paris
The award was initiated by President of the Association of Asian Artists Charlotte Agusttes-Reynier to give promising Vietnamese art students a real taste of Paris.
