Vietnamese President To Lam and Russian President Vladimir Putin met and agreed to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between their nations. They confirmed strengthened cooperation in various fields including energy, science and technology, and education, aiming to make science, technology, and innovation a new pillar of their relationship.
Vietnam aims to digitally map 70% of its key agricultural raw material areas by 2030, enhancing traceability and promoting sustainable growth. This initiative seeks to improve supply chain transparency and bolster competitiveness in international markets.
Vietnam and Russia are positioning science, technology, and innovation as new drivers for their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Cooperation is set to strengthen, particularly in green hydrogen, small satellites, and UAV systems, aiming to deepen bilateral ties.
Vietnamese President and Communist Party General Secretary To Lam held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin, discussing the strengthening of bilateral cooperation. They agreed to deepen collaboration, particularly in science, technology, and economics.
Vietnam and Russia have agreed to accelerate the development of a cooperation roadmap in strategic technologies, with a particular focus on quantum technology. This initiative aims to concretize the direction of bilateral scientific and technological cooperation in a new era.
In Vietnam, frequent nighttime awakenings are raising concerns among experts, prompting a look into whether they are mere sleep cycle disruptions or indicators of underlying health problems. Particular attention is advised for awakenings accompanied by snoring, breathing difficulties, frequent urination, or excessive daytime sleepiness.
Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Moscow and agreed to deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. Strengthening cooperation, particularly in science and technology, was a key focus.
Vietnam and Russia are strengthening their cooperation to enhance research, prevention, and response capabilities for infectious diseases. A new disease control laboratory was inaugurated at the Vietnam-Russia Tropical Center in Hanoi, alongside a science and technology forum between the two nations. This move aims to bolster capacity in addressing global public health challenges.
Vietnamese President and Communist Party General Secretary To Lam has been awarded the 2026 Lev Tolstoy International Peace Prize for his significant contributions to strengthening peace and cooperation among nations. The award ceremony in Moscow was attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin, with the exchange of bilateral cooperation documents.
Vietnam has introduced new regulations mandating fines of up to VND300 million (approx. $12,000 USD) for real estate project developers and businesses that accept contract payments outside of bank transfers. The move aims to enhance transparency and combat money laundering in property transactions.
Professor Le Hong Van, Vietnam's youngest female Doctor of Science, passed away in Prague. She made significant contributions across diverse mathematical fields and pioneered applications in machine learning and AI.
Ho Chi Minh City's People's Committee has set a profit target of VND133 billion (approximately $5.3 million) for the operator of the city's first metro line, Ben Thanh-Suoi Tien, averaging VND27 billion ($1.1 million) annually from 2026 to 2030. This aims to preserve and grow state capital while enhancing public transport.
The spouse of Vietnam's top leader visited School No. 1253 in Russia, engaging with Vietnamese students. The school collaborates with the Vietnamese Embassy to support students' education and well-being, highlighting cultural and educational exchange between the two nations.
Vietnam's securities accounts have surpassed 13.9 million by the end of August, with over 2 million new accounts opened in the first eight months of the year. This pace significantly exceeds the government's 2030 target of 11 million accounts, driven by strong individual investor participation and anticipation of FTSE Russell's market upgrade.
Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, witnessing the exchange of cooperation documents. This meeting highlights Vietnam's diplomatic strategy under its one-party system, particularly in building relationships with major powers.
In Vietnam, individuals born under specific zodiac signs are predicted to experience career success and increased income opportunities from mid-September. This period is seen as favorable for personal efforts to bear fruit and lead to financial benefits. However, the article emphasizes that fortune is ultimately seized through hard work and wise decisions.
A land inheritance dispute involving nearly 9,000 sqm in Phu Tho province, Vietnam, has reached a court ruling after mediation efforts failed. The case, between a 70-year-old widow and her two brothers-in-law, highlights the challenges of family reconciliation and the legal process.
A group of eight teenagers, aged 15 to 19, who met on social media, have been arrested in Vietnam's Central Highlands for a series of car break-ins. The incidents, involving theft of cash and valuables, highlight growing social issues such as youth poverty and isolation.
A tragic accident in Ho Chi Minh City has resulted in the death of a male Grab driver after a pickup truck dragged his motorcycle. Surveillance camera footage captured the incident.
Vietnamese President To Lam held a meeting with Russian President Putin at the Kremlin. Both nations reaffirmed their strategic partnership and exchanged views on economic cooperation and regional security. This meeting highlights Vietnam's foreign policy under its one-party system and its relationship with Russia amidst the international landscape.
A prominent TikToker in Vietnam faces a multi-billion dong lawsuit from her management agency, while a cafe in An Giang province is ordered to be demolished for illegal construction, highlighting emerging social issues. Legal compliance and influencer contract disputes are gaining attention.
A tropical low pressure system in the East Sea (South China Sea) is likely to intensify into a tropical depression within the next 1-2 days, with a possibility of developing into Typhoon No. 6. Coastal areas of Vietnam may be affected.
Singapore's National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) have secured top 10 positions in the 2026-2027 World University Rankings for STEM subjects, including Artificial Intelligence, Chemistry, and Computer Science. This marks a unique achievement in Southeast Asia.
Vietnam's inflation rose 2.53% year-on-year in August, driven primarily by higher fuel prices and Middle East tensions. Food prices also saw an upward trend, while the government maintains its annual inflation forecast.
The five wealthiest women in Southeast Asia boast a combined fortune of $22.9 billion, with two from Indonesia, two from Vietnam, and one from Thailand. Vietnamese tycoons Pham Thu Huong of Vingroup and Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao of Vietjet Air are featured.
Vietnam and Russia have inaugurated a new laboratory at the Vietnam-Russia Tropical Centre, aiming to enhance infectious disease prevention and control. The facility will support policymaking through early detection and information provision on pathogens, potentially becoming a new pillar of bilateral sci-tech cooperation.
Hanoi Buffaloes became the first team to secure a spot in the Vietnam Professional Basketball (VBA) 2026 finals after defeating Ho Chi Minh City Wings 105-96 in overtime in the second game of the semi-finals. The reigning champions needed the extra period to overcome the host team's fierce challenge.
Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, witnessing the signing of cooperation documents. This signifies a deepening of economic and strategic ties between the two nations, with expectations of enhanced collaboration in energy, trade, and defense sectors.
Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam, alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin, witnessed the signing of cooperation documents between Vietnam and Russia. This underscores Vietnam's multi-faceted foreign policy and continued strengthening of ties with Russia.
Vietnam and Russia aim to make science, technology, and innovation a new driving force for their bilateral relations in the 21st century, building on traditional friendship and high political trust. Cooperation in green hydrogen, small satellites, and UAV systems is particularly anticipated.
Vietnam's top leader To Lam has stated that science, technology, and innovation cooperation with Russia can become a new driving force for bilateral relations in the 21st century. Both nations agreed to strengthen collaboration in areas like green hydrogen, small satellites, and UAV systems.
Ho Chi Minh City traffic police intercepted a stolen car within 15 minutes of receiving a report that it was heading into the city from Dong Nai province. The driver, a 27-year-old man, could not produce vehicle registration or insurance documents, and stated he was hired to drive the car to the city. Police are investigating.
During his state visit to Russia, Vietnamese Party General Secretary and President Tô Lâm attended the Vietnam-Russia Strategic Technology Partnership Forum. He emphasized a new phase of scientific and technological cooperation, aiming to position 'strategic technologies' as a new pillar of bilateral relations.
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with the Vietnamese community in Mongolia during his visit, emphasizing their importance as a bridge for bilateral relations. He also visited a school named after Ho Chi Minh, expressing expectations for deepening friendly ties.
The Secretary-General of the France-Vietnam Health Federation highlighted that France-Vietnam relations are built not just on government agreements but also through generations of people's contributions. Vietnam's opening up and development stage are increasing demand for experience sharing and closer cooperation with France.
The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex, in coordination with the Vietnamese Consulate General in Kunming, China, organized events honoring President Ho Chi Minh and promoting traditional friendship between the two nations, reflecting Vietnam's efforts in international exchange through heritage.