Vietnam needs a more comprehensive approach to the care economy to unlock its labour potential in this critical sector and elevate it as a core component of workforce development policy, experts said at a recent seminar in Hanoi.

In 2024, Laos-Russia trade increased by 66%, and by another 20% for the first five months of 2025. The establishment of new transport routes is expected to facilitate the transportation of goods between the two countries.

The curtain fell on the 9th Asian Pencak Silat Championship on July 30 in the central province of Ha Tinh, wrapping up six days of thrilling, high-intensity competition.

Relevant authorities are requested to swiftly implement measures to encourage non-cash transactions, enhance direction and guidance, and conduct widespread communication campaigns to promote cashless payments.

As digital assets become increasingly popular in Vietnam, experts are calling for the urgent creation of a legal framework to protect users, manage risks, and boost state budget revenues.

Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, once again affirmed Vietnam’s consistent position in support of the two-state solution and Palestine’s full membership in the UN.

Vietnamese and Chinese enterprises have agreed to establish a new maritime shipping corridor, named “Two Ports, One Route,” directly linking Weifang Port in Shandong province of China with Long An International Port in Tay Ninh province of Vietnam.

From holograms to 3D mapping, technology is reshaping Vietnam’s theater scene and expanding audience reach.

Dr. Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim, a renowned chemist and science communicator in Germany, was honored with the Federal Cross of Merit by the German president for her exceptional ability to convey scientific knowledge through YouTube and television.

Vietnam is investing in major subsea cables to fuel AI, cloud, and digital transformation goals, positioning itself as a regional data hub.

PM Pham Minh Chinh on July 31 chaired the 19th meeting of the State Steering Committee for National Key Transport Projects, urging ministries, sectors, and localities to accelerate efforts to complete 3,000km of expressways by the end of 2025.

Vietnam is well-placed to lead ASEAN+3 growth this year, provided the Government and businesses stay focused on efficiency and sustainable development.

Ho Chi Minh City will launch 27 new electric bus routes on August 1, as part of a wider rollout of 35 subsidised routes operated by Phuong Trang - FUTA Bus Lines.

Vietnam is becoming a key destination for manufacturers and logistics firms thanks to its strategic location, low costs, and ready-built infrastructure. Gateway provinces like Phu Tho are emerging as magnets for foreign investment.

The third edition of the Vietnam International Logistics Exhibition (VILOG 2025) officially opened in Ho Chi Minh City on July 31, featuring 480 booths of nearly 350 companies from 20 countries and territories.

A multi-platform communication campaign "Be Proud of Vietnam” will be carried out from August 10 to September 5 on social media with the official hashtag #TuHaoVietNam.

At a reception for a delegation of Korean businesses, Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang highlighted the meeting as an opportunity to discuss and explore new directions amid the rapid development of financial management technologies.

The Vietnamese communities in areas affected by the recent earthquake with tsunami warnings in eastern Russia are currently safe, spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang stated at a regular press briefing on July 31.

The 6th meeting of the Vietnam-Australia Centre (VAC) Steering Committee was held in Hanoi on July 31, to review past activities and discuss future directions.

The RoK will host the APEC 2025 KOREA this October and hopes to welcome Vietnam’s State President at the high-level event.

The Republic of Korea's FDI projects are very important for Vietnam’s socio-economic development and its goal of achieving double-digit growth in the coming time, said Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung.

The showcase featured 80 paintings and 27 furniture pieces, representing the finest works by Vietnam's most renowned artists.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a meeting with representatives of the diplomatic corps in Vietnam on July 31 to brief them on the reorganisation of administrative units and two-tier local administration of the country.

With diverse and substantive activities, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man’s trips to Senegal, Morocco, and Switzerland wrapped up with tangible outcomes, helping promote cooperation across multiple areas.

The programme brings together over 100 people from 16 ethnic minority groups across 11 localities, offering visitors a chance to explore traditional crafts, folk music, dances, rituals, and cuisine.