State reserves released to aid northern provinces in flood recovery

The Ministry of Finance has decided to allocate supplies from the national reserves to support the northern provinces of Cao Bang and Lang Son in addressing the aftermath of recent flooding.

Vietnamese petanque team successfully defends World Championship

The Vietnamese women’s team clinched a convincing 13–1 victory over Thailand in the final of the World Women’s Triples Championship, which concluded in Sin-le-Noble city, northern France, on October 12.

Japan sends first emergency relief shipment to Vietnam’s flood-affected areas

This is the first batch of international relief aid delivered to Vietnamese localities hit by natural disasters triggered by Storms No. 10 and No. 11.

Delegates gather in Hanoi for 16th ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Sports

The 16th ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Sports (SOMS-16) opened in Hanoi on October 13 with the participation of about 200 delegates, including ministers, deputy ministers, heads of sports agencies from ASEAN member states and Timor-Leste.

Auto market recovery driven by fully-assembled imported vehicles

Imported cars outpaced domestically assembled ones in September, pushing the recovery of Vietnam’s automobile market, according to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA).

VN-Cuba network launched for agricultural biotechnology, natural healthcare

The Vietnam–Cuba agricultural biotechnology and natural health network, an initiative by the Vietnamese Green Economics Institute, has recently been launched in Havana, Cuba.

Vietnam to host first international exhibition on fisheries science-technology

The first Vietnam International Exhibition on Aquatic Science and Technology (VINAFIS EXPO 2026) will take place from April 28-30 in Ho Chi Minh City under the theme “Vietnam Fisheries Rising.”

Government’s first Party Congress concludes successfully

The first congress of the Government’s Party Organisation for the 2025-2030 tenure concluded successfully on October 13, completing all items on its agenda after two days of intensive, responsible, and productive discussions.

Green bond disclosure handbook unveiled in Hanoi

The State Securities Commission of Vietnam (SSC), in collaboration with the UK Embassy, held a workshop in Hanoi on October 13 to unveil a green bond disclosure handbook designed to boost transparency and advance the green finance market.

Hanoi inaugurates 90 MW waste-to-energy plant

The Soc Son Waste-to-Energy Plant — the largest in Vietnam and the second biggest in the world — was officially inaugurated in Trung Gia commune, Hanoi, on October 13.

Hanoi to host Green Building & Transportation Week

The Vietnam Green Building and Transportation Week 2025 will open in Hanoi on October 29 with the theme “Innovation in sustainable construction: Promoting green building and green transport development”.

Vietnam, Australia seek stronger defence cooperation

General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA), and Deputy Minister of National Defence, hosted Australia's Chief of Air Force (CAF) Air Marshal Stephen Chappell in Hanoi on October 13.

Defence Minister holds talks with President of Turkish Defence Industry Agency

Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang hosted a welcome ceremony for and held talks with President of the Turkish Defence Industry Agency Haluk Görgün in Hanoi on October 13.

Export tariff on gold jewellery cut to 0% from October 10

The export tariff for gold or silver products has been reduced from 1% to 0%, according to a recent Government decree.

Italian Expo Danang 2025 to feature nearly 50 Italian enterprises

Nearly 50 Italian businesses are set to participate in the Italian Expo Danang 2025, which will take place from November 6 to 8 at APEC Park in the central city of Da Nang.

Quang Tri forest rangers receive two endangered brown hornbills

The two hornbills have been identified as Anorrhinus austeni, a species listed in Group IB, endangered and precious forest animals subject to strict protection.

Global dancers converge in Hanoi for Ahlan International Dance Festival 2025

Taking place from October 10 -15, the festival will feature a series of exciting activities, including intensive dance workshops led by world-renowned masters and the Ahlan Competition 2025 – an international dance contest.

Nine-dish ‘cuu trung’ feast revives culinary tradition at Tran Temple Festival

At this year’s traditional Tran Temple Festival in Ninh Binh, nearly 100 “cuu trung” ceremonial feasts were meticulously prepared by 50 culinary artisans, vividly recreating the essence of royal and folk cuisine.

After the flood: Cao Bang races to rebuild shattered lives

Cao Bang is reeling from back-to-back storms that triggered the worst floods in nearly 40 years, leaving widespread destruction and despair.

Dong Nai plans $16 billion free trade zone linked to Long Thanh airport

A massive free trade zone surrounding Long Thanh airport could transform Dong Nai into a global logistics and innovation hub.

New chapter for Hanoi FC as Harry Kewell takes charge

Former Liverpool star Kewell embraces Hanoi FC's pressure and vision to build a team with both success and identity.

Over $20 million raised in Vietnam to aid Cuba during hardship

Nearly 2.2 million Vietnamese have contributed over USD 20 million to support Cuba, reaffirming decades of unwavering solidarity.

Hanoi’s social housing hits record prices, ministry orders investigation

As social housing prices in Hanoi soar to nearly USD 1,200 per square meter, the Ministry of Construction demands an official review.

Ngan 98’s empire collapses: Fake supplements, banned substances, public fallout

Vietnamese DJ and internet celebrity Vo Thi Ngoc Ngan (Ngan 98) faces serious charges after selling fake weight-loss products with banned substances.

Ho Chi Minh City strengthens foothold on global tourism map

Tourism is identified as one of Ho Chi Minh City’s key economic pillars. To shape its brand as a “tourism city”, the local tourism sector has continuously restructured its offerings, creating new tours and routes while refreshing existing ones.