PM Pham Minh Chinh to join 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will attend the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur from October 25 to 28, where leaders will evaluate 2025 cooperation results and admit Timor-Leste as a new member.

Ho Chi Minh City launches diverse culinary tourism programmes

To diversify its tourism offerings for culinary enthusiasts, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism on October 22 introduced a series of new food-themed travel programmes.

Three Vietnamese scientists named in Pasteur Network's ‘40 under 40’ list

Three young Vietnamese doctors have been recognized for their significant contributions in the fields of research, epidemiological surveillance, and public health protection.

New opportunities expected for Vietnam-Bulgaria cooperation

Vietnam will continue to improve mechanisms and policies on industry and trade to create favourable conditions for foreign investors in general and those from Bulgaria in particular, to engage in production and business activities in the country.

Vietnamese eatery in Portland named one of America’s top 50 restaurants

From Hanoi’s grilled pork noodles to puffed fried pho, a Vietnamese-American couple in Portland has won over diners and made it to The New York Times’ list of the 50 best U.S. restaurants of 2025.

Fengshen storm fades fast but leaves heavy rain threat in central Vietnam

Tropical Storm Fengshen (Storm No. 12) is weakening rapidly, now down to level 8, with a visible reduction in clouds and rain near the center.

Storm Fengshen nears Da Nang as new tropical depression heads toward East Sea

Vietnam faces two simultaneous storm threats as Fengshen approaches and a tropical depression forms near Taiwan (China).

Vietnam puts forward three policy recommendations at UNCTAD’s 16th session

Vietnam proposed three key policy recommendations to promote an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient economic transition at a general debate at 16th session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in Geneva on October 21.

Vietnam Airlines adjusts flights, airports on alert for storm Fengshen

Vietnam Airlines has announced the adjustment of its flight schedule in the central cities of Hue and Da Nang on October 22 and 23 due to the impact of Storm Fengshen, the 12th storm entering the East Sea so far this year.

Da Nang secures nearly 2.5 million USD in commitments from three NGOs

Three foreign non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have pledged to provide nearly 2.5 million USD to support social and humanitarian programmes in Da Nang city from 2025 to 2030.

Party chief visits Aalto University, meets Vietnamese students in Finland

General Secretary To Lam visited Aalto University on October 22 (local time) as part of his ongoing official visit to Finland, where he met with the university's leadership and Vietnamese students.

PM stresses principle of mutual benefit in nuclear power project negotiations

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 22 urged faster development of nuclear power projects, stressing fair interests and shared risks with international partners.

Madame Ngo Phuong Ly visits Vietnamese class at Helsinki school

Madame Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam, visited a Vietnamese language class at Vesala Comprehensive School in Helsinki on October 21.

PM orders emergency response as Storm Fengshen threatens central region

PM Pham Minh Chinh today issued an official dispatch instructing ministries and localities to mobilise all available resources to respond to heavy rain, flooding, and landslides in the central region as Storm Fengshen approaches Vietnam’s coast.

Party chief meets with First Deputy Speaker of Finnish Parliament

Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam met with First Deputy Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Paula Risikko on October 22 (local time), as part of his ongoing official visit to Finland.

Hidden porridge shop in Saigon serves crowds overnight for nearly 50 years

For nearly half a century, a small porridge shop tucked away in an alley in Ho Chi Minh City has served customers from 2 p.m. until 10 a.m. the next day. The secret to its enduring popularity lies in a rare, family-passed cooking method.

Lo Lo Chai village named world’s best tourism village by UN Tourism

Amid the majestic landscapes of the Dong Van Karst Plateau in northern Vietnam, Lo Lo Chai village in Lung Cu commune has been named one of the world’s best tourism villages by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism).

Hanoi student earns perfect 1600 SAT score after just six months

Nguyen Kieu Anh, a high school senior in Hanoi, achieved a perfect 1600/1600 on the SAT after just six months of preparation, using a method focused on learning from her mistakes.

Vietnamese consumers turn to 98% gold as SJC supply dries up

As gold prices continue to skyrocket in Vietnam, consumers are shifting from traditional SJC gold bars and gold rings to lower-purity 98% gold, also known as gold 980, due to persistent supply shortages.

Two gold smuggling rings exposed: Over $48 million trafficked into Vietnam

Authorities have uncovered two major gold smuggling networks that trafficked more than 546kg of gold - valued at over $48 million - from China into Vietnam through the Lao Cai border.

Lawmakers urge salary reform from 2026 to support overworked officials

Ahead of the 15th NA’s closing session, lawmakers are urging the government to begin implementing salary reform starting January 2026, aiming to retain dedicated civil servants facing increased workloads after administrative restructuring.

Storm Fengshen batters central Vietnam as triple weather systems converge

Triple weather systems converge to form a ‘water bomb,’ unleashing torrential rain from Quang Tri to Quang Ngai.

Experts warn against removing ‘high-tech agriculture’ from revised law

Officials are urging lawmakers to retain “high-tech agriculture” in Vietnam’s revised High Technology Law, warning that its removal could stall innovation and disrupt policy frameworks.

Danang teacher wins over $7.3 million Vietlott jackpot, donates part to charity

The lucky winner, a teacher from Danang, intends to spend wisely and donate part of his windfall to the community.

Speed limits, real estate, decentralization under National Assembly spotlight

Several National Assembly deputies have called for a review and possible increase in speed limits on specific expressway segments, arguing that the current 90 km/h cap is not in line with modern infrastructure and actual traffic density.