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Quy Nhon wins ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026

Quy Nhon in Gai Lai province has been honoured with the ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026, marking the third time it has received this prestigious regional recognition.

Vietnam becomes RoK’s key export market in ASEAN

Vietnam has emerged as the Republic of Korea’s (RoK) key export market in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as the East Asian country seeks to diversify trade and reduce its reliance on the US and China amid global volatility.

ASEAN Digital Ministers' Meeting adopts Hanoi Declaration on digital cooperation

The 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers' Meeting (ADGMIN) has approved the Hanoi Declaration on digital cooperation, reaffirming the bloc’s goals and principles as outlined in the 1967 Bangkok Declaration and the ASEAN Charter.

Vietnam delegation joins opening of SSEAYP 49 with Japanese Prime Minister

The 49th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program opens in Tokyo, fostering dialogue and cooperation among over 180 young leaders.

Vietnam wins three awards at ASEAN Digital Awards 2026

Three Vietnamese technological solutions were honoured at the ASEAN Digital Awards 2026 (ADA), held in Hanoi on January 15 as part of the sixth ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting (ADGMIN-6).

ASEAN ministers chart course for a responsible digital future

In Hanoi, ministers from ASEAN member states affirmed the region's ambitions to lead responsibly in digital transformation and innovation.

Hanoi to host 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting in January

The 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting (ADGMIN) is scheduled to take place in Hanoi from January 12-16, 2026, according to the Ministry of Science and Technology.

Vietnam welcomes Cambodia–Thailand ceasefire agreement

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam expressed support for the Cambodia–Thailand ceasefire agreement, calling it an important step toward peace and regional stability.

Vietnam urges restraint, peaceful resolution in Thailand–Cambodia conflict

Vietnam has called on Cambodia and Thailand to exercise maximum restraint, avoid the use of force, honor existing commitments, and resolve disputes through peaceful means in accordance with international law.

Vietnam, Singapore call for restraint and dialogue between Cambodia and Thailand

Leaders of Vietnam and Singapore call for regional restraint amid rising border tensions between Cambodia and Thailand.

Two Vietnamese writers honoured with S.E.A. Write Award

The S.E.A. Write Award has become a cherished tradition that celebrates exceptional literary voices and works reflecting the depth of the human experience, helping to enrich the spiritual life and fostering a shared cultural voice across ASEAN.

Vietnam urges citizens to immediately leave Thailand-Cambodia conflict zone

Amid rising tensions and violent clashes, Vietnam's Foreign Ministry has called on all citizens to evacuate from border areas between Cambodia and Thailand.

Vietnam, Malaysia call for calm between Cambodia and Thailand

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim have voiced deep concern over rising tensions between Cambodia and Thailand, calling for restraint and peaceful resolution through dialogue.

VN issues safety advisory for citizens amid Thailand-Cambodia border tension

Amid rising military tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, Vietnam has issued a safety advisory for its citizens, urging them to avoid volatile areas and be ready to evacuate if necessary.

Vietnam voices deep concern over Cambodia–Thailand border tensions

Vietnam has expressed deep concern over the escalating border tensions between Cambodia and Thailand.

Vietnam leads ASEAN in STEM innovation with localized education model

As intellectual property accounts for up to 70% of value in advanced economies, innovation education is emerging as a cornerstone for Vietnam to prepare its workforce for the knowledge-based era.

ASEAN educators gather in Hanoi for intellectual property training push

An international workshop on intellectual property (IP) education for ASEAN school administrators and teachers opened in Hanoi on November 25.

Vietnamese students win top prizes at ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025

Vietnamese university students delivered an exceptional performance at the ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025, winning three out of the top prizes at the prestigious regional cybersecurity competition.

Mekong Dragon Campaign 7 marks milestone in cross-border crime fight

Nearly 60 delegates from customs and law enforcement agencies gathered in Khanh Hoa to review Operation Mekong Dragon 7.

VN urges broader fight against human trafficking in Greater Mekong Sub-region

Vietnam and Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) countries must continue to unite together, pool resources, and secure broader international backing to counter human trafficking, said Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son.