Vietnam attends UK’s Trade Policy Review at WTO

Vietnam welcomes the UK’s active role in the reform of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), particularly in supporting the restoration of the dispute settlement system and promoting multilateral initiatives, a Vietnamese diplomat has said.

Vietnam ramps up to attract int'l tourists during peak travel season

Despite peak travel season, natural disasters are hampering Vietnam’s goal of attracting 25 million foreign visitors by 2025, calling for stronger efforts, timely policies, and bold solutions across the tourism sector.

State budget revenue projected to rise nearly 17% in 2025

Vietnam’s total state budget revenue in 2025 is expected to exceed 2.38 quadrillion VND (90.34 billion USD), up nearly 17% from 2024.

Can Gio metro line proposed to start from Ben Thanh, linking with line No.1

Under the adjusted plan, the section from Ben Thanh to Tan Thuan will be built underground to reduce land clearance and compensation costs, while the stretch from Tan Thuan to Can Gio will remain elevated as previously designed.

Deputy PM seeks Russian partnership in digital asset market development

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc visited Russia from October 23 to 29 to seek expertise in establishing a crypto-asset market, as the country advances its digital economy.

VN allocates $13.2 million in emergency relief for flood-hit central provinces

PM Pham Minh Chinh has approved a 350 billion VND (13.2 million USD) emergency relief package for Hue City and the central provinces of Quang Tri and Quang Ngai to recover from recent flood damage.

State President meets with US President, world leaders in RoK

Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong met with US President Donald Trump and leaders from several APEC member economies on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in the Republic of Korea on October 29.

PM orders legal, staffing reforms for two-tier local government

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered revision of overlapping regulations and building of a job-position framework as the basis for appropriate staffing to consolidate the two-tier local government system in November.

Vietnam opens consulate general in Chongqing

A ceremony was held in China's Chongqing city on October 29 to inaugurate the Vietnamese Consulate General in Chongqing.

Party chief meets with Duke of Richmond in London

Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly met with Duke of Richmond Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox and his spouse in London on October 29 morning (local time).

Efforts urged to clean up To Lich river, improve air quality in Hanoi by 2026

The National Assembly yesterday discussed a report from the thematic supervision team on the implementation of policies and laws on environmental protection since the 2020 Law on Environmental Protection took effect.

Vietnam always values partnership with UK: Party chief

General Secretary To Lam stated that the VN Party and State place great importance on strengthening ties with the UK, building on past achievements to promote shared interests and contribute to regional and global peace, stability, development.

Vietnam always values partnership with UK: Party chief

General Secretary To Lam affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State highly value strengthened cooperation with the UK, building on past achievements to promote shared interests and contribute to regional and global peace, stability, development.

Vietnamese Party chief meets Speaker of UK House of Lords

General Secretary To Lam met with Speaker of the UK House of Lords John McFall (Baron McFall of Alcluith) in London on October 29 (local time) as part of his official visit to the United Kingdom.

Party leader hopes Vietnam–UK ties grow in line with people’s aspirations

General Secretary To Lam hopes Vietnam–UK cooperation will grow stronger and match their relationship's scope, potential, and public expectations.

Vietnamese textile industry focuses on higher value, export growth

To remain globally competitive, Vietnamese garment and textile producers must increase productivity, invest in modern equipment and automation, diversify product lines, and expand into high-end, specialised markets.

Vietnam APPG hailed for contributions to advancing Vietnam-UK ties

General Secretary To Lam has expressed his appreciation for the active and consistent contributions of the UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group for Vietnam (Vietnam APPG) to advancing Vietnam–UK relations across various fields.

Vietnam, UK elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

Vietnam and the UK have officially upgraded their diplomatic relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership. This historic move means Vietnam now has comprehensive strategic partnerships with all five permanent members of the UN Security Council.

Vietnamese Party chief meets leaders of UK corporations, financial organisations

General Secretary To Lam on October 29 met with executives from several leading British corporations and international financial institutions as part of his official visit to the United Kingdom.

Vietnam accelerates plans for national AI supercomputing center

Vietnam is set to swiftly establish a national artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputing center and a shared open AI data platform, as part of its strategy to strengthen core AI infrastructure.

TikTok hits 70 million users in Vietnam, expands regional influence

TikTok has announced that it now has over 70 million monthly active users in Vietnam, contributing to a total of 460 million users across Southeast Asia, reaffirming its position as the region's fastest-growing platform.

English to become mandatory from Grade 1 across Vietnam

The Prime Minister has officially approved a 20-year national plan to make English Vietnam’s second language in schools, with full implementation expected by 2045.

iPhone 20 set to debut iconic solid-state button revolution

Apple prepares for a major design shift as it ditches physical buttons on the iPhone 20, marking a new era in smartphone innovation.

Deputy Minister Nong Thi Ha delivers emergency aid to flood-hit families

During a two-day mission, Deputy Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nong Thi Ha visited severely flood-affected communities in Cao Bang and Lang Son provinces, delivering much-needed support and encouragement.

Vietnamese cyber gang in Cambodia scammed 8,000 victims out of $12.2 million

Lai Chau police arrested 59 Vietnamese suspects running an online fraud ring from Cambodia, defrauding thousands across Vietnam.