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Over 100 experts to gather in Quy Nhon for Southeast Asia climate dialogue
More than 100 experts from Vietnam, Southeast Asia and international partners will gather in Quy Nhon to discuss climate action, transition strategies and solutions for sustainable development.
Vietnam PM Le Minh Hung to make first official visits to Laos, Cambodia
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will visit Laos and Cambodia from Oct. 8-10, his first trips to the two neighboring countries since taking office, as Hanoi seeks to deepen political and economic ties with both nations.
Thailand tops Southeast Asia medal table at 2026 Asian Games
Thailand finished as Southeast Asia’s top-performing nation at the 2026 Asian Games, while Vietnam ranked fifth in the region with three gold, three silver and 19 bronze medals.
Vietnam’s Asian Games struggles expose widening regional gap
Vietnam won just three gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games, falling short of its target as weak results in Olympic sports highlighted a growing performance gap with Southeast Asian rivals.
