Vietnam set records in economy, foreign trade and tourism in 2024
Vietnam's foreign service in 2024 stood out as dynamic and effective, highlighted by a record-breaking import-export turnover of nearly US$800 billion, 60 high-level foreign affairs activities, and 170 signed cooperation agreements.
21:35, 2025/01/16
Vietnam to have five international tech giants by 2030: General Secretary
By 2030, Vietnam aims to be among the top three in ASEAN in terms of technology development and to have five world-class technology groups.
20:25, 2025/01/14
Russia Prime Minister arrives in Hanoi, being Vietnam’s first guest in 2025
The visit helps the two sides assess key projects and explore ways to expand cooperation in promising areas.
21:28, 2025/01/13
Young voices celebrate and preserve Hanoi’s cultural heritage
The "Voice of Heritage" finale celebrated Hanoi's cultural soul as 14 student teams passionately brought the city's rich history to life.
12:58, 2021/02/25
Vietnam increases spending for upcoming elections
Hanoi receives the highest budget allocation for holding elections.
12:41, 2021/02/25
Vietnam applies for UN Human Rights Council membership
The UN Human Rights Committee notes Vietnam’s efforts to comply with its Covenant obligations, but incompatibility still remains between its legal framework and the Covenant.
11:13, 2021/02/25
Vietnam plans to buy Pfizer, Sputnik vaccines
Vietnam is expected to get total 90 million doses in 2021, including 60 million from purchase.
20:37, 2021/02/24
Five Indonesian sailors anchored in Vietnam water positive for Covid-19
Test results have shown that at least five out of 20 Indonesian sailors have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and one suspected case.
17:56, 2021/02/24
New coronavirus variant found in dead Japanese patient in Vietnam
Five Covid-19 variants have been so far identified in Vietnam, including the infectious strains detected in the UK and South Africa.
14:05, 2021/02/24
First batch of Covid-19 vaccine arrives in Vietnam
The vaccine could be instantly used for inoculation after the arrival.
11:47, 2021/02/24
Climate change threatens world security: UN Security Council meeting
Vietnam said the UN Security Council needs a comprehensive and balanced approach when dealing with the thorny issues.
18:16, 2021/02/23
Vietnam National Assembly’s next session to take place on March 24
The worst-Covid case has been built for the week-long gathering.
17:57, 2021/02/23
No Boeing 777 aircraft currently operational in Vietnam
In the past, a number of Vietnamese airlines used to operate Boeing 777 aircraft, however, all had been liquidated in the 2017-18 period.
17:27, 2021/02/23
A touch of Hue’s charm
The An Hien Garden House is a not-be-missed tourism destination in the emperor capital of Hue city.
16:37, 2021/02/23
Vietnam government urged to prepare economic plans for prolonged Covid-19
Lawmakers said the government needs to make an accurate assessment of the economy to find comprehensive solutions.
14:57, 2021/02/23
Covid vaccine in Vietnam: First shots to be taken in March
Vietnam is negotiating to import around 30 million doses and get another 30 million from the global vaccine-sharing scheme for 2021.
12:11, 2021/02/23
American experts for MIA affairs arrive in Vietnam amid fresh Covid-19
There remains roughly 1,200 Americans unaccounted for in Vietnam from the war.
12:00, 2021/02/23
Vietnamese Ambassador holds Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN
Despite joining the bloc relatively late, Vietnam seems taking a proactive approach in ASEAN.
09:52, 2021/02/23
“Very quickly” – Vietnam’s secret of coronavirus success story
Despite sharing a border with the country where the outbreak started, Vietnam’s success story is one worth telling.
07:18, 2021/02/23
Heavenly scenery of green moss in Ly Son Island
As the weather turns to be warmer in spring, dispelling cold winds throughout Ly Son Island, it’s the time for visitors to admire the once-a-year magical scenery in the place.
20:00, 2021/02/22
Vietnam’s lawmakers review government’s term
The session also sends feedback to changes in the candidate structure of the legislation’s next tenure.
17:02, 2021/02/22
Hai Phong imposes lockdown after a health worker tested positive for SARS-CoV-2
Hai Phong borders Hai Duong, where is the country's Covid-19 hotspot with nearly 600 cases since it first confirmed infections in late January.
11:11, 2021/02/21
Feb 21: Vietnam reports no new Covid-19 cases
Tens of thousands of people from Covid-19 hotspots have tested negative for SARS-CoV-2 as of February 21.
08:03, 2021/02/21
Made-in-Vietnam coronavirus vaccines likely used in May
Vietnam is developing four Covid-19 vaccines and the first human trial shows good results.