VietNamNet is honored to present the article by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, titled “Economic diplomacy transforms decisively for the nation’s strong and prosperous development.”

Foreign journalists visit Vietnam for Party Congress, pledging objective reporting and deeper coverage of the country’s achievements and future direction.

Ambitious GDP targets in the lead-up to the 14th Party Congress demand radical institutional reforms and a shift away from outdated growth models.

Authorities have issued an administrative fine to a Vietnamese man identified as H.Q.K for appearing in a video inviting foreign tourists to use illegal drugs in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

A foreign tourist in Son Tra wrapped bananas around his body to tease wild monkeys, drawing intervention and public criticism.

New leaks are reigniting the debate over what materials Apple will choose for the iPhone Fold - its first-ever foldable phone.

Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) has just released an updated list of shareholders holding 1% or more of its charter capital, revealing the addition of a notable new foreign stakeholder.

Cultural diplomacy has helped Vietnam boost its international reputation while advancing its long-term national goals with global resonance.

The 14th National Congress has officially elected 16 Politburo members to the Presidium, marking a key step as the Congress begins its formal sessions in Hanoi.

On the morning of January 19, the Japanese Coast Guard patrol ship Akitsushima docked at Tien Sa Port in Da Nang, kicking off a five-day visit to the central Vietnamese city. The vessel carried 60 officers and crew members.

While 2025 marked a high point in earnings for Vietnam’s film industry, the success was largely concentrated in a few blockbusters, revealing systemic imbalances.

“Con ke ba nghe” surged to the top of Vietnam’s weekend box office, ending the reign of “Thien duong mau” and raking in 33 billion VND just days after its release.

Authorities have uncovered a massive counterfeit food production ring linked to Medistar Vietnam’s CEO, Doan Trung Duc, with estimated revenue nearing $72 million.

This morning, at the National Convention Center in Hanoi, the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam convened its preliminary session.

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam is taking place at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi from January 19-25, 2026, with the participation of 1,586 delegates representing over 5.6 million Party members nationwide.

Viettel mobile network leads in 7 of 10 investment markets; FPT opens company in Israel, aims to master core technologies.

Dr Do Thi Ngoc Linh’s recognition as an honorary member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS) marks a step forward for Vietnamese surgery on the international academic map.

From the smoke of outdoor grills to the encroachment on public spaces, major cities are becoming overloaded and suffocating. This is not just a matter of urban management but a consequence of an imbalanced development model.

With substantial lifetime savings but limited digital skills, older people are becoming prime targets for scammers yet this most vulnerable group is still being overlooked by protection programs.

From brocade textiles to mountain landscapes, ethnic minority youths in Quang Ngai are bringing their local cultural identity into the digital space, helping culture spread more widely while opening up sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Party General Secretary To Lam has accepted the invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the Gaza Peace Council and affirmed Vietnam’s readiness to participate as a founding member state of the council.

For the first time, the relic site at 22 Hang Buom street has been transformed into a living tableau of the Red River Delta’s authentic Tet atmosphere, complete with the lively bustle of a traditional spring market.

Vietnam considers capacity-building and greater self-reliance in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation a strategic priority, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang.

Vietnam, particularly Ho Chi Minh City, is emerging as a new destination for billion-dollar capital flows into data centre real estate, driven by rapid AI adoption and a growing push for digital infrastructure.

2026 marks a turning point for Vietnam’s fast-evolving e-commerce sector, shifting from high-speed expansion to a more regulated, standardised phase that levels the playing field for multichannel and cross-border platforms.