The ASEAN Future Forum 2026 (AFF) concluded this afternoon after three days of intensive discussions on key issues shaping the future of ASEAN.

The Southwest region is drawing on community trust and ethnic unity to support development and social stability.

Preserving the cultural identity of ethnic minority communities is increasingly seen not only as a matter of heritage, but also as a pathway to sustainable development.

A senior US diplomat has reaffirmed Washington's support for a stronger, more influential Vietnam, describing the country as a key regional and global partner during the ASEAN Future Forum 2026 in Hanoi.

The ASEAN Future Forum highlighted Vietnam's growing role as a regional convener and influential voice on peace and cooperation.

As geopolitical competition, technological disruption and climate risks intensify, ASEAN faces growing pressure to adapt while preserving its core strengths.

In 2025 alone, the National Assembly passed 89 laws. Combined with 2024, the total number of newly enacted or amended laws reached 120, exceeding the total for the previous eight years combined.

Many foreign patients are choosing Vietnam as a destination for the treatment of complex illnesses, including brain tumors and cancer, thanks to reasonable costs and rapidly advancing medical technology.

There are stories about leaders that do not begin with a certificate of merit, but with a silent piece of paper.

ASEAN's success should be measured by the security, prosperity and confidence of its people, not by the number of meetings held or statements issued, Thailand's prime minister said.

After one year of operating under Vietnam's two-tier local government model, local administrations have reported smoother operations but continue to face staffing and infrastructure challenges.

Following is an interview with Nhat Minh, a conductor speaking about the booming classical music scene in Hanoi, the multifaceted role of a modern conductor akin to a CEO, and his patience in nurturing a younger generation of classical music lovers.

From earning a gold medal at the International Mathematical Olympiad with a perfect score in 1984, Professor Dam Thanh Son has gone on to become one of the most influential Vietnamese-born theoretical physicists in the world.

Although reaching the destination requires navigating a challenging mountain road, travelers from Hanoi, Hai Phong and other northern cities continue to make the journey in search of cooler temperatures, fresh air and spectacular scenery.

June 2026 marks 30 years since the General Department of Posts and Telecommunications licensed VinaPhone, a milestone that reflects the strategic vision and resolve in the early years of Doi Moi (renovation).

Having once shelved her university dreams to move to Japan as an intern to support her family, Nghiem Thi Linh quietly kept her passion for learning alive.

Nguyen Quan, former Minister of Science and Technology, believes that integrating STEM education into schools can serve as the foundation for introducing AI education to students.

People-centered policies are helping build stronger communities while reinforcing social cohesion in the Southwest.

In his late 60s, Meritorious Artist Tran Vuong Thach finds himself busier than before his retirement. Following over a decade of helming a major theater, he finally has the time to delve deeper into his specialization and academic research.

As modern vehicles become increasingly digital, many Vietnamese collectors are turning to classic Toyota Land Cruisers for a more authentic driving experience.