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SK Group partners to build AI ecosystem in Vietnam

SK Group announced on April 24 that it has signed cooperation agreements to help develop an AI ecosystem in Vietnam.

RoK President, spouse conclude state visit to Vietnam

President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung and his spouse left Hanoi on April 24, concluding their successful 4-day state visit to VN at the invitation of General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse.

Vietnam, RoK team up on sci-tech, innovation at Hanoi forum

The Vietnam – Republic of Korea (RoK) forum on science, technology and innovation, part of the state visit to Vietnam by RoK President Lee Jae Myung, took place in Hanoi on April 24.

Vietnam, RoK launch cross-border QR payment service

Vietnam has rolled out a cross-border QR payment service with the Republic of Korea (RoK), marking a new step in financial connectivity between the two countries and supporting growing tourism and trade flows.

Top leader hosts friendship program for Korean President at Thang Long Citadel

General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse hosted a special friendship program at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel on April 24, marking the ongoing State visit to VN by President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea and his spouse.

Vietnam firms push deeper tech alliance with South Korea

Vietnamese businesses are calling for a shift from trade ties to joint development of AI, semiconductors and cybersecurity with South Korea.

Vietnam, RoK eye stronger industrial, investment, technology cooperation

PM Le Minh Hung and President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung on April 23 attended the Vietnam – RoK Economic Forum in Hanoi, where both called for advancing bilateral cooperation in industry, investment and science-technology.

Vietnamese, Korean leaders attend economic cooperation roundtable

It's time for Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) to elevate bilateral cooperation to a new level, from investment partners to partners in shaping the future together, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has said.

Another wholly foreign-owned bank joins Vietnamese market

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has granted a licence for the establishment of a wholly foreign-owned bank to the Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK).

Vietnam, RoK seek more balanced 150 billion USD trade by 2030

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on April 23 suggested Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) coordinate in implementing measures aimed at lifting bilateral trade to 150 billion USD in a more balanced manner by 2030.

Vietnamese, Korean First Ladies visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

The Korean First Lady expressed her appreciation for the traditional Vietnamese 'ao dai' presented by Madame Ly, describing it as a graceful symbol of Vietnamese femininity and a fitting attire for cultural diplomacy engagements.

RoK First Lady experiences Korea Culture and Tourism Festival in Vietnam

First Lady of the Republic of Korea Kim Hea Kyung attended the Korea Culture and Tourism Festival 2026 with a wide range of vibrant activities in Hanoi on April 23, as part of President Lee Jae Myung’s state visit to Vietnam.

Vietnam, RoK open market for processed chicken products

Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) have officially opened their markets to processed chicken products, marking a significant step forward in bilateral agricultural cooperation.

Vietnam, RoK step up investment cooperation in tech, innovation startups

The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) in coordination with the Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea (RoK) on April 23 orgainised a seminar exploring international investment cooperation opportunities for technology enterprises.

International art exhibition bridges Vietnamese, Korean cultures

An international art exhibition themed “Flow of Culture” opened at the Hung Vuong University in Phu Tho on April 22, bringing together artists from Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) in a vibrant showcase of cultural exchange.

Vietnam, RoK leaders witness exchange of cooperation documents

General Secretary and State President To Lam and President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung on April 22 witnessed the exchange of a series of cooperation documents between the two countries' ministries and agencies following their talks.

Top leader holds talks with RoK President in Hanoi

General Secretary and State President To Lam held talks with visiting President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung in Hanoi on April 22, following a State-level welcome ceremony held for the guest.

Vietnamese, RoK leaders meet press in Hanoi

General Secretary and State President To Lam and President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung met the press in Hanoi on April 22, right after witnessing the exchange of cooperation agreements.

Vietnam, RoK promote science, technology cooperation

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung received Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Bae Kyung Hoon in Hanoi on April 22, on the occasion of the state visit to Vietnam by RoK President Lee Jae Myung.

Top leader hosts banquet for RoK President

General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse hosted a state banquet for President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung and his spouse, who are on a state visit to Vietnam, in Hanoi on April 22 evening.