Vietnam’s pepper exports grow strongly, spice industry eyes higher value

Vietnam exported 22,743 tonnes of pepper worth US$147.3 million in July, down from June but up 8.8% in volume year on year, according to the VPSA.

Vietnam takes effective steps to build seamless digital ecosystem for foreigners

From applying for e-visas and registering for digital identification to accessing online public services, foreigners in Vietnam are enjoying increasingly convenient experiences as the country advances its digital transformation.

Localities turn cultural heritage into driver of tourism, economic development

Localities nationwide are preserving and promoting cultural heritage while linking it with tourism and economic development under the Politburo’s Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on Vietnamese culture.

Vietnam's railway sector targets 1,500 containers in China-linked rail freight

As trade between Vietnam and China continues to expand, international rail freight is increasingly emerging as a safe, stable, cost-competitive and environmentally friendly mode of transport.

Vietnamese cinema returns to Berlin summer film programme

Vietnamese cinema returned to Berlin’s “Box Office Around the World” programme on August 9, with Director Thang Vu’s “Mesdames Thanh Sac” screened at the Humboldt Forum.

More Vietnamese officers join UN peacekeeping missions in South Sudan, Abyei

The Ministry of National Defence (MND) on August 10 held a ceremony to hand over the President’s decisions appointing two officers of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) to serve in United Nations peacekeeping missions in South Sudan and Abyei.

.VN domain helps narrow Vietnam’s e-commerce digital divide

Vietnam’s e-commerce sector is entering a new phase of development, with transaction security, consumer trust, long-term digital branding and the narrowing of regional digital gaps emerging as key conditions for sustainable growth.

Top leader receives Vietnamese intellectuals, scientists in Australia

General Secretary and President To Lam hosted a reception in Sydney on August 10 for prominent Vietnamese intellectuals and scientists who are members of the Vietnam-Australia Scholars & Experts Association (VASEA).

Top Vietnamese leader meets with Governor of New South Wales

Vietnam-Australia ties are becoming increasingly substantive and effective, particularly in areas crucial to both countries’ future competitiveness and prosperity, General Secretary and President To Lam has said.

65 years since Agent Orange disaster: Vietnam steps up long-term victim support

Sixty-five years after the Agent Orange disaster began in Vietnam, efforts are shifting from immediate relief to long-term support for victims and their families across generations.

Top leader marks 35 years of Vietnam–Australia air, tourism links

General Secretary and President To Lam attended a ceremony organised by Vietnam Airlines on August 10 evening (local time) to mark 35 years of air and tourism connectivity between Vietnam and Australia.

Top leader receives Australian Special Envoy for Southeast Asia

General Secretary and President To Lam received Nicholas Moore, Australia’s Special Envoy for Southeast Asia, in Sydney on August 10, within the framework of his state visit to Australia.

Vietnam, Australia seek to expand investment in rice value chain

Vietnam and Australia are looking to expand investment and cooperation in developing a sustainable rice value chain in the Mekong Delta, while promoting collaboration in education, science and technology, and human resources development.

Vietnam works to maintain edge in key agricultural market

China remained Vietnam’s leading agricultural export market in the first seven months of 2026, accounting for 21.9% of total export value and posting a year-on-year rise of 24.4%.

Vietnam eyes global network of experts in strategic technologies

The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs held an August 10 workshop in Hanoi on building networks of OV experts and intellectuals in strategic technologies.

Hanoi world cultural festival aims to become an international rendezvous

Under a theme of heritage convergence, the upcoming second Cultures of the World Festival in Hanoi is expected to feature a diverse range of cultural and artistic activities, creating a space for encounters and exchanges among cultures.

International tour operator growth signals increased travel demand

Vietnam had 4,652 enterprises licensed to provide international travel services as of July 15, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

Sci-tech set to forge new pillar in Vietnam–Canada ties

Science, technology and innovation could become a new pillar of Vietnam–Canada ties, a recent meeting of Vietnamese and Canadian experts was told.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to close for restoration from September 4

The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum will close to visitors from September 4 to November 2 as part of its 2026 periodic restoration programme, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Management Board has announced.

US semiconductor push offers Vietnam opportunities, policy challenges

The US push to rebuild its semiconductor industry offers Vietnam opportunities to deepen its role in global supply chains, while highlighting gaps in institutional capacity, resources and implementation.

Vietnam’s textile, garment exports top 27 bln USD in seven months

Vietnam’s textile and garment exports reached an estimated 4.7 billion USD in July, up 8.2% from June and 4.3% compared to the same month last year, according to official figures.

Vietnamese consumers develop taste for Australian, New Zealand fruit

For years, fruit from Australia and New Zealand has been a familiar choice among Vietnamese consumers.

Australian Governor-General hosts welcome ceremony for top Vietnamese leader

Australian Governor-General Sam Mostyn hosted a welcome ceremony in Canberra on August 11 morning for General Secretary and President To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation who are paying a state visit to Australia from August 9-12.

Lawmakers discuss stable framework for urban development

The 16th National Assembly convened a plenary sitting on August 11 to discuss the draft Law on Urban Development, as part of its ongoing first extraordinary session.

Samsung’s new 200MP camera sparks Galaxy S27 Ultra speculation

Samsung has officially unveiled a new 200MP camera sensor packed with advanced imaging technologies, raising speculation that it could find its way into the Galaxy S27 Ultra.