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Vietnamese President To Lam met with leaders from Boeing in New York, along with representatives from major Vietnamese aviation firms and the prominent Sun Group. The discussions likely focused on strengthening cooperation in the aviation and tourism sectors.
Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development Youth Union, in coordination with the Danish Embassy and other partners, organized a dialogue in Hanoi focusing on policy recommendations and solutions for reducing food loss and waste, and promoting a green transition.
Fifteen Vietnamese-developed AI solutions have advanced to the semi-finals of the Au Lac Grand Prize, which offers a top prize of $1 million. The selected solutions span diverse fields including legal, medical, scientific research, manufacturing, energy, and digital infrastructure, highlighting efforts to create sovereign AI for Vietnam.
A social housing project comprising approximately 490 units has commenced construction in Bac Ninh City, northern Vietnam. This initiative aims to address housing shortages for low-income individuals and workers, aligning with the national goal of supplying at least 1 million social housing units. The project involves an investment of nearly VND 806 billion (approximately USD 32 million).
Ho Chi Minh City has consistently directed its sentiment, responsibility, and practical actions towards its borders and islands over the years. This unwavering support has become a solid foundation, enabling border and maritime guards to carry out their duties with greater peace of mind and steadfastness in defending the nation's sacred sovereignty.
The Vietnam Women's Union, in collaboration with NAPAS, Mastercard, and Payoo, has launched a social welfare program offering 2,010 free cancer screenings to vulnerable and ethnic minority women. The initiative aims to enhance their access to digital economy opportunities and promote social participation.
Vietnam has designated Hue, Dong Nai, Quang Ninh, and Bac Ninh as new centrally-governed cities, joining Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. This expansion is expected to boost regional economies and strengthen national development strategies.
Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island is transforming into a potential MICE hub in Asia, driven by infrastructure development and luxury resort investments. A new road connecting the international airport to the APEC Convention Centre is a key catalyst for this evolution.
A mother has sued Hanoi Obstetrics Hospital after two of her triplets died, seeking over VND 520 million (approximately $21,000 USD) in compensation. The hospital maintains it followed proper procedures.
Ho Chi Minh City Power Corporation (EVNHCMC), under Vietnam Electricity (EVN), is enhancing power grid inspections, reinforcement, 24/7 monitoring, and rapid response systems to ensure stable electricity supply and public safety during the rainy and typhoon seasons. Coastal areas are particularly focusing on salt corrosion prevention and frequent maintenance.
Vietnam is strengthening international cooperation in defense, education, and healthcare, while also focusing on digitalization and humanitarian aid. The country is addressing border issues with China and incidents involving Vietnamese nationals in Cambodia, aiming for domestic stability and development.
Vietnam is leveraging its abundant natural resources and traditional medicine to promote wellness tourism as a national strategy, aiming to develop a high-value segment by 2030. This initiative seeks to qualitatively enhance the tourism industry and achieve sustainable development.
The "Green Industries Summit 2026" in Vietnam focused on enhancing manufacturing competitiveness through renewable energy, smart manufacturing, and digital transformation. The discussion highlighted a shift from being a mere production base to developing advanced engineering and deeper supply chains.
General Secretary and President To Lam addressed the UN General Assembly, reaffirming Vietnam's consistent foreign policy of peace, cooperation, and development. He also highlighted strengthening relations with Canada and Hungary, emphasizing Vietnam's role in the international community.
The "Cà Mên," a long-standing Vietnamese lunchbox, has supported people's diets through the changing times, from the French colonial era to the present. Its history embodies stories of war, poverty, and economic growth.
Vietnamese PUBG professional players Himass and TanVuu have been permanently banned by KRAFTON for allegedly using stream-sniping to gain an unfair advantage. While KRAFTON apologized for an initial hasty announcement, subsequent investigation confirmed violations, leading to the lifetime ban. The decision has drawn significant backlash from domestic fans.
South Korean gaming giant KRAFTON's stock price has plummeted following a controversy over lifetime bans issued to two prominent Vietnamese PUBG players. The company's market capitalization dropped by over $150 million, hitting a 52-week low, as the tournament was canceled, sending ripples through the esports community.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in Ho Chi Minh City have surged by 47% compared to the previous month, raising public health concerns. Concurrently, city authorities plan to accelerate public investment disbursement, emphasizing careful progress management.
Amidst a six-year prison sentence for a former Health Minister, the conditions for a suspended sentence are under scrutiny. Corruption among public officials remains a concern in Vietnam, even as the nation experiences economic growth, highlighting the need for strict judicial application.
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping exchanged friendly words at a White House state dinner, but strategic competition between the two nations continues beneath the surface. Deep disagreements on economic and foreign policy remain unresolved, and future relations will be tested by developments in the coming months.
Vietnam aims to link its national digital ID app VNeID with Singapore and Laos, with plans to expand connectivity to other ASEAN countries, fostering regional digitalization and exchange.
In Vietnam, children in urban areas are facing a packed schedule of Mid-Autumn Festival events, leading to 'festival fatigue' and concerns about waste. Excessive gifts and activities are diminishing children's excitement and creating a sense of overconsumption.
Hoang Su Phi in northern Vietnam has entered its most beautiful season in September, with terraced rice fields turning golden. This landscape, built by ethnic groups like the La Chi, Dao, and Nung over centuries, is recognized as a national heritage and attracts photographers and travelers from around the world.
Major traffic jams, stretching up to 10km, have occurred near Ho Chi Minh City due to road construction and a multi-vehicle pile-up. Key routes connecting the city to the Long Thanh-Dau Giay Expressway were heavily impacted, causing disruptions to daily life and logistics.
Ethnic minority communities in Vietnam's central highlands are harvesting a wild chili known as 'ot moi' from forests and rubber plantations, turning it into a valuable income source. This chili, prized for its unique aroma and intense heat, is a staple in local cuisine.
In Ninh Thuan province, a high school student who cannot swim bravely plunged into a river to rescue two younger siblings who had fallen in. The siblings reportedly fell into the river after their bicycle collided with a truck while returning home. The student's courageous act has been praised by the local community.
Vietnam is grappling with devastating floods in its central region, with a dramatic rescue of a man clinging to a tree branch by jet ski highlighting the perilous conditions. Rescue efforts are ongoing amidst widespread destruction.
Vietnam is rapidly advancing infrastructure development, including its airport, light rail, and convention center, in preparation for hosting the APEC Summit in Phu Quoc in 2027. Key projects like airport expansion, VIP terminal construction, light rail laying, and a multipurpose venue are underway, aiming for completion by the summit.
Former Vietnamese Health Minister Nguyen Thi Kim Tien was absent from the appeal hearing for her case involving violations of state asset management regulations. She cited illness for her absence. Tien and nine other defendants are seeking suspended sentences after initially being handed down a six-year prison term and substantial compensation orders.
Hai Phong City has approved the construction of a new East-West axis road, spanning approximately 24 km with a width of 68 meters and a 6-lane main carriageway. The project, with a total investment of nearly VND 22.67 trillion (approximately $1 billion USD), aims to alleviate traffic congestion, expand development space, and boost investment attraction.
Quang Tri Province in central Vietnam is accelerating administrative procedures for the U Bo-Ho Thac Chuoi eco-tourism resort development project. Provincial leaders conducted an on-site inspection and confirmed progress in an online meeting with relevant departments. Preparations are underway with the aim of commencing construction on October 30.
Vietnam's Coast Guard Region 2 Command organized Mid-Autumn Festival activities in 2026, providing care and joy to hundreds of children in its garrison areas, those facing hardship, and children of officers and soldiers.
The "Trẩy hội trăng rằm" artistic program was held in Hanoi to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival (Tet Trung Thu), offering children a colorful artistic space. Support was also provided for children in difficult circumstances.
Ho Chi Minh City is advancing plans to utilize surplus properties for healthcare facilities. The initiative aims to address urgent medical needs and improve long-term healthcare access for citizens, with completion targeted by the second quarter of 2026.
The Quang Ngai Provincial People's Council in Vietnam approved 16 resolutions addressing critical socio-economic development, national defense, security, and local management needs. Key among them are the 2026-2030 medium-term public investment plan and a list of areas for pilot commercial housing projects.
Ho Chi Minh City is finalizing a comprehensive policy framework to identify, recruit, deploy, remunerate, assess, develop, and retain high-quality personnel. The city will pursue three approaches – attraction, recruitment, and selection – to expand its talent pool and effectively utilize existing capable individuals.