Beyond trade, Vietnam has gradually shifted from being a beneficiary of regional integration to a contributor to ASEAN’s future development.

Vietnam’s long-term development strategy must answer fundamental questions about growth, values and national aspirations, Party Chief and State President To Lam said.

As Vietnam targets double-digit economic growth throughout the 2026–2030 period, the Party and State have identified science, technology and innovation as key drivers of development.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia on June 17 presented the Friendship Order, one of the Vietnamese State’s highest honours, to Chea Kimtha, former Cambodian Ambassador to Vietnam.

Vietnam’s agricultural product traceability system has been rolled out in 26 of the country’s 34 provinces and cities, covering 18,500 products across 112 categories as of June 12, 2026.

Ahead of July 27, Vietnam will receive around 30 keepsakes belonging to fallen soldiers, along with approximately 30 research and analytical dossiers compiled from declassified US documents.

A cultural programme entitled The Way of Learning was held at the headquarters of the UNESCO in Paris on June 17, highlighting the enduring values of Van Mieu (Temple of Literature) – Quoc Tu Giam and Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.

Apple is reportedly preparing to launch two radically different premium smartphones this fall, setting the stage for an unprecedented showdown within its own iPhone lineup.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 17 met leaders of two major Russian companies - State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom and oil and gas group Zarubezhneft - in Kazan, the capital of Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan.

Vietnam aims to establish at least 10 large domestic strategic technology enterprises by 2030 under a freshly-approved plan.

The Vietnamese community in Russia remains an important bridge strengthening ties between the two nations, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung said.

The 14th National Women's Congress for the 2026–2031 term opened in Hanoi on June 18, gathering 789 delegates representing women from diverse backgrounds, ethnic groups, religions, professions and social sectors nationwide.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang has instructed authorities to address practical difficulties related to regulations on temporary travel bans imposed on taxpayers with outstanding tax debts.

Le Thi Thuy, a member of the Party Central Committee and incumbent president of the Vietnam Women’s Union, has been re-elected to lead the organization for the 2026-2031 term.

A bride from Dong Thap has gone viral after receiving 20 taels of gold during her engagement ceremony, with the gift presentation alone lasting 40 minutes.

For the first time in its history, Vietnam's national football team could field three foreign-born naturalized players simultaneously as it prepares to defend its ASEAN Cup title in 2026.

Tiny cameras embedded inside earbuds could become part of Apple’s AI future. According to Bloomberg, Apple is preparing to launch a version of AirPods equipped with cameras by late 2027.

A ninth-grade class in Ha Tinh has achieved an extraordinary result, with 33 students admitted to the province's prestigious specialized high school.

Politburo Resolution 10 on foreign-invested economic development has set an ambitious target: attracting between $200 billion and $300 billion in registered foreign direct investment (FDI) during the 2026-2030 period.

A redesigned Camera app, expanded Siri AI capabilities and new Apple Watch features could still be on the way in iOS 27.

Behind promises of free gifts, luxury holidays and profitable resale opportunities through timeshare contracts, many elderly people have lost between several billion dong and up to nearly VND20 billion.

Amendments to the Electricity Law aim to prevent legal loopholes, ensure a competitive power trading mechanism, curb monopoly power, and make direct power purchase agreements (PPA) easier for businesses.

In Ksor Phuoc’s memories, the Central Highlands in its early days did not appear as a romantic land, but as a place marked by hardship.

After a long period of work-related stress, an Australian traveled to Vietnam and was immediately captivated by the energetic lifestyle, beautiful scenery, and friendly locals.

Rumors suggest the iPhone 18 Pro Max could be one of Apple’s most substantial upgrades in recent years, with advances spanning hardware, AI and imaging.