Vietnam, Panama look to deepen ties

Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico and Panama Nguyen Van Hai on August 20 presented his credentials to Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino Quintero.

Ninh Binh leaders meet Korean SMEs to boost investment cooperation

Leaders of Ninh Binh province held a working session on August 21 with representatives of the Korea Federation of Small and Medium Businesses (KBIZ), which has a strong presence in the northern locality.

Data, AI – pillars for enterprises’ sustainable growth: forum

Global experts and business leaders underscored how data and AI are becoming strategic assets that drive competitiveness, profitability, and long-term resilience at the innovation forum held in HCMC on August 21 within the framework of INNOEX 2025.

Vietnam sweep SEA Taekwondo Championships

The 17th Southeast Asian Taekwondo Championships closed on August 21 after three days of thrilling competition, with Vietnam emerging as the overall champion.

National Day amnesty reflects Vietnam’s humane policy

The National Day amnesty is a testament to the humane policies of the Party and State, the effectiveness of rehabilitation, and the balance of strict law enforcement with compassion in Vietnam’s governance.

Agricultural, OCOP product promotion trade fair opens in Hanoi

The 2025 Trade Promotion Fair for Agricultural and OCOP Products opened on August 21 evening at AEON Mall Long Bien in Hanoi, attracting nearly 60 businesses from 17 provinces and cities.

Hanoi fair showcases Vietnamese goods for export

A wide range of Vietnamese products meeting export standards, from farm produce and processed foods to handicrafts and garments, are on display as the capital opened the 2025 Vietnam Export Brand Fair on August 21.

Vietnam Today TV channel to debut in September

Vietnam Today, the country's first international TV channel, will officially go on air on September 7, 2025, in celebration of the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2).

People-to-people exchanges further deepen Vietnam–Singapore partnership

The VN–Singapore Friendship Association HCMC chapter has played an active role in strengthening ties between the two nations by promoting cooperation in culture, education, economy, and trade.

Exhibition spotlights Vietnam’s mass literacy drive on 80th National Day

Nearly 160 photographs, documents and artefacts are on display at the Vietnam National Museum of History’s exhibition opened on August 22 to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

Two Vietnamese youths honored in Japan for heroic rescue

Two Vietnamese youths, Tong Manh Tuan and Pham Quoc Dat, were honored by the Fire Department of Tsu city, Mie prefecture, Japan, on August 22 for rescuing two children swept out to sea earlier this month.

Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum highlights business role in new era

The business community has plays a central role in advancing the sustainable development agenda in Vietnam, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc said at the 12th Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum (VCSF) in Hanoi on August 22.

Joint press release between Vietnam and Bhutan

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan have just wrapped up the state visit to Vietnam from August 18 to 22.

Politburo reprimands Health Ministry's Party Affairs Committee

The Politburo decided to reprimand the Ministry of Health’s Party Affairs Committee for the 2025-2026 term (by February 2025), and expel several officials from Thanh Hoa, HCMC and former Kien Giang from the Party for their serious violations.

Laos recognises Truong Son – Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos as national relic

Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan and her Lao counterpart Pany Yathotou attended a ceremony in Vientiane on August 22 to recognise the “Truong Son Trail – Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos” as a national historical relic of the country.

Press centre opens in Hanoi for exhibition on 80-year journey

The press centre for the exhibition on 80 years of national achievements was inaugurated in Hanoi on August 22, a tribute to the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

UAE ambassador appreciates investment potential in Tay Ninh province

Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Vietnam Bader Almatrooshi praised the southern province of Tay Ninh for its scenic landscapes and promising investment climate during a working session on August 22 with its authorities.

PM urges equal access to education – training

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 22 stressed the need to ensure equal access to education and training while chairing a national conference reviewing the 2024–2025 academic year and outlining tasks for 2025–2026.

Vietnamese, Russian Deputy PMs discuss economic, technical ties

The two Deputy PMs agreed to push ahead with fruitfully implementing the signed documents and agreements, as well as the directions from the countries’ leaders, helping to further intensify the Vietnam – Russia comprehensive strategic partnership.

Vietnam aims to see 30 SOEs with billion-dollar revenue by 2030

Vietnam aims to see at least 30 State-owned enterprises (SOEs) with net revenue exceeding 1 billion USD each by 2030, according to a finance ministry strategy on developing the State economic sector.

VN to honour int’l friends for contributions to national construction, defence

Vietnam will host a series of major events to celebrate the 80th anniversary of August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2), with strong international presence, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang said.

Vietnam – Thailand parliamentary cooperation continues to grow in depth

Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung on August 21 paid a courtesy call on President of the Thai Senate Mongkol Surasajja, who acknowledged progress in bilateral cooperation across all fields.

Vietnam sees opportunities to boost spice exports

With rising global demand, improving product quality, and coordinated industry efforts, Vietnam’s spice sector is poised to seize new opportunities.

First-instance trial for Thuan An Group-related case to open in September

The Hanoi People’s Court will open a first-instance trial on September 8 for former Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly Office Pham Thai Ha and 28 others charged in a sweeping corruption case linked to the Thuan An Group.

Gov't mulls community service as new penalty for traffic offences

Vietnam is set to put the brakes on traffic offences by introducing community service as a supplementary penalty, aiming to ease mounting road safety concerns.