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Vietnamese scientist granted Korean citizenship under MCOT initiative

Vietnamese Professor Nguyen Xuan Mung, who is currently working at Sejong University, has been granted Korean citizenship under the Ministry of Justice’s Multiple Citizenship for Outstanding Talent (MCOT) initiative.

Vietnam takes top honour at multicultural cuisine contest in RoK

Vietnamese flavours stole the spotlight at the recent 15th Multicultural Cuisine Contest in Seoul, where Vietnam’s team clinched first prize with a creative fusion of traditional and Korean tastes.

Vietnam, RoK promote cooperation in labour management, sustainable migration

Vietnam currently ranks first in the number of workers employed in the RoK under the EPS programme. The proportion of irregular Vietnamese workers has fallen to around 19%, surpassing the set target.

State President lauds Lotte’s investment, encourages further expansion

Vietnam always creates favourable conditions for foreign investors, including Korean companies and Lotte Group, to make long-term investments in the country, State President Luong Cuong told Chairman of Lotte Group Shin Dong-bin.

RoK airline launches three new routes to Vietnam

The Republic of Korean carrier Parata Air announced on October 27 that it will operate five new routes from Incheon International Airport to three destinations in Vietnam, namely Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc, and two in Japan.

Vietnam and EU advance toward comprehensive strategic partnership

This morning, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with European Council President Antonio Costa, reaffirming that the European Union remains one of Vietnam’s most important global partners.

President Luong Cuong to attend APEC 2025 summit in South Korea

Vietnam's head of state will travel to South Korea from October 29 to November 1 for the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Week.

Korean companies eye fruit juice, biofuel plants in Can Tho

Two major enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) are planning to survey and invest in two large-scale projects in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho.

Vietnam, RoK step up cooperation in training strategic-level leaders

A study and fact-finding programme aimed at enhancing the strategic policy-making capacity of Vietnam’s senior strategic leaders took place in Gwacheon, the Republic of Korea (RoK), from September 22 - 27.

Vietnam, RoK step up cooperation in energy investment and green growth

The Ministry of Industry and Trade, with the Ministry of Finance and KOICA, held a workshop in Hanoi on September 25 to review an energy-saving investment project under Vietnam’s green growth plan.

Korean enterprises seek investment opportunities in Can Tho

Can Tho city on September 24 hosted a working session with a delegation of enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) who came to seek cooperation and investment opportunities in the Mekong Delta hub.

Vietnam Night dazzles Busan with stars, cinema, and cultural flair

Vietnam’s film industry spotlighted at BIFF with top projects and famous artists from Asia and beyond.

Vietnam and South Korea sign deal to boost AI and chip cooperation

A new MoU paves the way for deepening joint efforts in semiconductors and artificial intelligence development.

Digitalisation in spotlight at Mekong–RoK forum

The 13th Mekong–Republic of Korea (RoK) Business Forum opened in Ho Chi Minh City on September 15, centring discussions on digitalisation and innovation as drivers of transformation and cooperation.

Da Nang photo collection to be exhibited in RoK

The photo collection, which features typical landmarks and landscapes as well as the culture and lifestyle of Da Nang people, aims to introduce the image of Vietnam's central city to Korean friends.

Vietnam reaffirms defence stance at Seoul dialogue

On the East Sea issue, Vietnam maintains a consistent stance that all maritime disputes must be solved by peaceful measures, based on international law, especially the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

Hue to host Vietnam – RoK Cultural Day 2025 in late September

The Cultural Day is expected to help further strengthen the Vietnam – RoK friendship while reaffirming Hue’s determination to expand international exchanges and assert its role as a cultural and tourism hub of the country.

Vietnam, RoK team up to boost worker rights, jobs

The Vietnamese workforce totals roughly 17 million, with over 8 million trade union members. Nearly 7 million are employed in industrial zones and foreign-invested enterprises.

Vietnam targets Korean investors for key sectors like energy and EVs

Vietnam invites South Korea to invest in LNG, nuclear energy, EV batteries, and more, aiming to strengthen bilateral trade and manufacturing cooperation.

Ninh Binh leaders meet Korean SMEs to boost investment cooperation

Leaders of Ninh Binh province held a working session on August 21 with representatives of the Korea Federation of Small and Medium Businesses (KBIZ), which has a strong presence in the northern locality.