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Vietnam is shifting its strategy from labor-intensive industries towards building a high-quality foreign direct investment (FDI) ecosystem, focusing on technological innovation and high-value sectors. This move reflects the government's aim for sustainable economic growth and enhanced international competitiveness.
As a member of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 term, Vietnam emphasized dialogue and cooperation. The country also highlighted balancing economic growth with national security, strengthening ASEAN ties, and deepening relations with Russia, Panama, and Laos.
Hanoi has commenced construction of its first cultural industry center in the Old Quarter, near Dong Xuan Market. The project aims to connect heritage, creativity, community, tourism, and commerce, enhancing the Old Quarter's value and boosting the capital's cultural industry.
Vietnam's public investment disbursement has increased in both rate and value compared to the same period last year. The government is working to remove project obstacles and will officially score the disbursement progress of ministries, sectors, and localities from October, aiming to accelerate and enhance the efficiency of investment execution.
Vietnam's National Assembly (NA) has declared its commitment to institutional reforms, prioritizing science, technology, digital transformation, and green transition to foster development. The NA also aims to strengthen inter-parliamentary cooperation.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung's visit to Laos has confirmed the further deepening of bilateral relations, with a focus on expanding economic cooperation and strengthening their strategic partnership.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will visit Cambodia from October 9-10 at the invitation of Prime Minister Hun Manet. The visit is expected to strengthen bilateral ties, with a focus on economic cooperation and infrastructure development. Collaboration to achieve trade targets is also anticipated.
Torrential rains in Ho Chi Minh City have left villa basements, including an underground parking lot in the Cityland Park Hills development, flooded for over 12 hours. The deluge damaged motorbikes and medical equipment, impacting residents and highlighting ongoing infrastructure challenges.
Vietnam is pushing forward with administrative reforms that prioritize practical results, ensuring continuous, open, and transparent processing and return of administrative procedures with citizens and businesses at the center of public service delivery. The government is also enhancing database integration and utilization, and rolling out new initiatives to improve service quality.
Vietnam will hold a Prime Minister's dialogue program with youth on October 15, 2026, in Hanoi. The event will focus on youth contributions to entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic growth, addressing topics from policies and employment to digitalization.
A large school of hundreds of dolphins and whales has been spotted in the waters off Phu Quy Island, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam. This is the largest appearance in over 20 years, delighting local fishermen who believe abundant food sources are the cause.
Vietnam and Russia are sharing experiences in human resource training and aiming to further expand economic cooperation. Trade between the EAEU and Vietnam is on an upward trend, but significant room for cooperation remains, particularly in the petrochemical sector, a decade after the free trade agreement came into force.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung made official visits to Laos and Cambodia, aiming to deepen the "great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation, and strategic linkage" with both nations. The focus is on strengthening collaboration in economic, infrastructure, and security sectors.
A free English class in Sin Suoi Ho village, Lai Chau province, a region known for its international tourism, is providing new learning opportunities and hope for the future to children from ethnic minority groups facing economic hardship.
Vietnam's conglomerate Vingroup and France's Alstom have signed a deal for 200 metro trains for Hanoi's urban railway system, marking a significant step in the country's infrastructure development.
Hanoi will celebrate the 72nd anniversary of Capital Liberation Day with a spectacular fireworks display. The event highlights Hanoi's transformation from a post-war capital in 1954 to a vibrant economic hub, alongside recent advancements in culture, sports, and international exchange.
South Vietnam (Republic of Vietnam) experienced significant political instability between 1964 and 1967, with five governments formed. A lecture at UC Berkeley analyzed the influences of political factions, religious groups, and social movements that contributed to this turmoil.
The Van Thanh - Khong Mieu, a national heritage site in Da Nang, honors Confucius and Confucian scholars, reflecting Vietnam's deep-rooted tradition of valuing education and respecting teachers. The site also preserves significant cultural and historical values tied to Confucian learning.
In Vietnam, over 32,000 lives were lost to COVID-19, leaving 4,400 children orphaned. HOPE School in Da Nang provides education and emotional support, helping these children rebuild their lives and look towards a brighter future.
Vietnam's central regions are forecast to experience heavy rainfall on October 8, with some areas expecting over 300mm of precipitation. The north will remain sunny, while the south is predicted to have afternoon showers. Coastal areas should also be mindful of strong winds.
Twelve out of 34 provinces and cities in Vietnam recorded Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) growth exceeding 10% in the first nine months of 2026. Quang Ninh province led with 12.54%, highlighting regional economic disparities and the effectiveness of local development strategies.
Vietnam is shifting its cadre evaluation system from qualitative assessments to a results-oriented approach emphasizing actual work performance and tangible outputs. This aims to identify and promote capable individuals while facilitating the retraining or reassignment of underperformers.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung made an official visit to Laos and Cambodia from October 8-10. The visit, aimed at deepening economic cooperation with both nations, is expected to provide new momentum to strengthening bilateral relations.
Hanoi residents are being displaced to make way for a significant expansion of National Highway 1. Families are dismantling and moving homes, impacting their livelihoods and businesses. The project is deemed crucial for improving the capital's transportation network.
A bilingual English-Spanish publication featuring selected articles and speeches by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President To Lam will be released in cooperation with Mexico's Labour Party. The book reflects the Party's strategic decisions guiding Vietnam into a new era.
Vietnam's Central Region is under a severe flood warning due to anticipated record-breaking rainfall, particularly between Hue and Da Nang. The North is expected to experience stable weather.
Vietnam hosted a specialized seminar on developing scientific journals in public administration and management to meet international citation system standards. This initiative aims to enhance the quality and global recognition of the nation's academic research.
Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, is experiencing its first winter chill, with early morning and night temperatures dropping to 20-24 degrees Celsius. Residents are seen donning warmer clothes, embracing the gentle autumn mornings. This climate shift directly impacts daily life.
Hai Phong city in northern Vietnam is strengthening economic, trade, and investment ties with China, aiming to become a logistics hub in line with Politburo resolutions. This initiative is expected to boost the marine economy and attract more foreign direct investment (FDI).
Economic, trade, and investment cooperation between Vietnam and Cambodia is developing as a crucial pillar of bilateral relations, bringing tangible benefits to both peoples. Both nations emphasize the need to translate political trust into concrete achievements and further deepen collaboration.
Vietnam has achieved significant economic growth in the nine months leading up to September 2026, but inflation has also reached high levels. The government is prioritizing price stability as an integral part of its economic policy to ensure macroeconomic stability and social welfare, focusing on inflation control.
Vietnam will observe the "Gender Equality Action Month" from November 15 to December 15, 2026, under the theme "Gender Equality in Labor and Production: A Driver of Economic Growth, Ensuring Progress and Social Justice." The government aims to reaffirm its political commitment to gender equality and highlight the role of both genders in economic development.
Vietnam's mega Long Thanh International Airport is set to partially open on December 24, 2026, marking a significant milestone for the nation's largest infrastructure project and aiming to boost air transport capacity.
Vietnam and Laos aim to boost bilateral trade to $10 billion by 2030, focusing on removing trade barriers and enhancing logistics. This ambitious yet feasible target underscores a deepening strategic partnership.
Bac Ninh province in northern Vietnam is leading the nation in import-export scale, driven by high-tech products. The province is accelerating its transition to renewable energy and strengthening cooperation with international trade partners. Vietnam's overall trade surplus is also showing signs of recovery.
Vietnamese President To Lam and Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino Quintero issued a joint statement during an official visit, agreeing to enhance cooperation across various sectors including economy, trade, investment, maritime transport, and aviation. Both nations aim to further develop their diplomatic relations, which mark their 51st anniversary.