The National Press Festival 2026 officially opened in the northern port city of Hai Phong on June 19 under the theme "Vietnamese journalism – Loyalty, Creativity, Responsibility in the New Era", drawing around 1,000 delegates from across the country.

Deputy PM Ho Quoc Dung on June 19 received Saroj Kumar Jha, Global Director for the WB Group's Water Department, and Mariam Sherman, WB Division Director for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos.

Bodo Ramelow, Vice President of the German Bundestag, led a delegation to the central coastal city of Da Nang on June 19 to work with local authorities on expanding bilateral cooperation.

Deputy Foreign Minister Ngo Le Van, Chairman of VN National Commission for UNESCO, led a delegation to attend the 11th Session of the General Assembly of the States Parties to the Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on environmental protection and wildlife rescue at Cuc Phuong National Park has been signed between environmental organisations from Vietnam and the Republic of Korea.

Vietnam had a total of 374,816 electric vehicles (EVs) in circulation nationwide as of the end of May 2026, reflecting a growing shift toward green transport, particularly in the private vehicle and public passenger transport segments.

Ho Chi Minh City is shifting its investment strategy from prioritising volume to attracting high-quality, high-impact technology projects, with a focus on semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), data centres and research and development (R&D).

Vietnam has emerged as an increasingly important driver of regional economic integration over the past three decades, with two-way trade with ASEAN soaring to approximately 91 billion USD in 2025 from only 3.26 billion USD in 1995.

The establishment of the Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC) and Da Nang’s innovation agenda could position the central city as a regional destination for technology entrepreneurs and investors, according to insiders.

US tech giant Intel recently marked its 20th anniversary in Vietnam and reaffirmed its commitment to investing 4.1 billion USD in the country.

The free trade zone will be developed as a modern integrated complex combining manufacturing, logistics, trade, services, innovation and the digital economy.

The head of the Central Organizing Committee, Nguyen Duy Ngoc, has said that innovative and creative cadres need to be protected and provided with favorable conditions to develop.

A family-run duck restaurant in Da Nang has become a favorite among locals and tourists alike, serving up to 40 ducks a day with dishes starting at just $0.40.

Vietnam’s shift from a long-standing trade surplus to a deficit reflects rising imports of fuel, machinery and production inputs linked to investment expansion and industrial growth, a trend that could strengthen the economy’s production capacity.

Vietnam possesses an exceptionally rich tourism offering.

Vice President and General Secretary of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee Ha Thi Nga on June 18 signed a plan to organise activities in the “Month for listening to the people”.

Vietnam is set to digitise its tourism sector, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to streamline operations, enhance visitor experiences, and integrate with regional markets.

As Vietnam pursues rapid and sustainable economic growth, improving growth quality, advancing the green transition, promoting the circular economy, and adopting environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards are becoming increasingly urgent.

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 captivates fans worldwide, the tournament’s excitement has swept through Hanoi, where growing numbers of young supporters are embracing football with enthusiasm, responsibility and a more positive fan culture.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to offer free bus services to all passengers from July 1 through the end of 2026 under a proposal expected to be approved by the municipal People's Council at its meeting on June 19–20.

Vietnam is set to make long-term rental housing a key pillar of its social welfare strategy through 2030.

Vietnam’s Vinh Thanh Dat Food JSC on June 18 exported its first container of ready-to-eat eggs to Japan.

Behind every growth statistic are millions of ordinary decisions made by ordinary people: opening another shop, hiring another worker, bringing in another shipment of goods, or simply choosing to keep a business afloat.

After leaving stable factory jobs in Hanoi, a couple in Nghe An built a thriving bamboo rat farm that now generates hundreds of millions of dong each year.

Vietnamese student Le Thuy Lam Khanh earned major US university scholarships after excelling in fencing, debate, robotics and academics.