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Vietnam to host large-scale Korea Season 2026 cultural exchange

A vibrant lineup of Korean cultural programs is set to take place in Vietnam throughout 2026 under the Korea Season initiative led by South Korea’s Ministry of Culture.

Contemporary ballet to open Korea season 2026 in Vietnam

The contemporary ballet GAT will be staged at the Ho Guom Opera House in Hanoi on May 27, marking the official opening of Korea Season 2026 in Vietnam with a production that blends traditional Korean aesthetics and modern choreography.

Korean robotics, AI firms interested in Vietnam

The Korea Trade Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) is accelerating Korean robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) companies’ entry into Vietnam, a market fast remaking itself as Asia’s next hi-tech manufacturing hub.

Vietnam seeks Samsung support in AI and semiconductor workforce training

A senior Vietnamese Party official has called on Samsung to help develop the country’s future AI and semiconductor workforce as Vietnam pushes for innovation-led growth.

Rare endangered turtles return to Vietnam from South Korea

Twenty-eight rare turtles, including endangered box turtles and leaf turtles, have been returned from South Korea to Vietnam by air as part of an international wildlife conservation effort.

Vietnam, RoK photo exhibition highlights cultural connections

A photo exhibition themed “connecting identities” opened at the Dak Lak Museum on May 12, featuring 100 photographic works showcasing the cultural beauty of Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK).

RoK backs sesame farming development project in Vietnam

The Republic of Korea will implement a project supporting the development of the sesame value chain in Vietnam, with total investment of about 6.7 billion KRW (nearly 4.8 million USD) through 2027.

Alliance launched to support Korean firms seeking opportunities in Vietnam

A new alliance named “Vietnam Wings” has been launched to support the Republic of Korean (RoK)’s small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are seeking to expand into the Vietnamese market.

Vietnam, RoK deepen cooperation in technology, energy, digital economy

The Republic of Korea is currently Vietnam’s largest foreign direct investor, with cumulative registered investment exceeding 94 billion USD and more than 10,000 valid projects.

Vietnamese-made LSD vaccine enters demanding RoK market

The AVAC Vietnam JSC on May 8 shipped 1.1 million doses of AVAC LSD LIVE vaccine against lumpy skin disease (LSD) in cattle and buffaloes to the Republic of Korea (RoK).

When world leaders sit down for street-side pho

On April 24, images of South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung and First Lady Kim Hye Kyung enjoying pho at a modest eatery on Dinh Liet Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi, quickly went viral across Vietnamese and Korean social media.

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).