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Vietnam recognizes its vast wetlands as biodiversity hotspots and is promoting their conservation and sustainable utilization to address climate change and development pressures. Nine wetland sites, including Ramsar sites, are considered crucial for coastal protection and as carbon sinks.
Vietnam's General Secretary and President To Lam, accompanied by his wife, took a stroll with Swiss President Guy Parmelin and his wife along Hanoi's Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian street on the evening of October 17. The walk symbolized the friendly atmosphere between the two nations.
Fields Medalist Ngo Bao Chau has awarded the Sigma Gold scholarship to nine Vietnamese students, aiming to nurture mathematical talent in the country. He emphasized the importance of developing a successor generation for Vietnam's mathematics field.
Vietnam has inaugurated the Our Lady of Cui Mountain Center, a vast Catholic complex featuring a 50-meter-tall Virgin Mary statue. The site, capable of hosting over 100,000 people and including one of the country's largest churches, is poised to become a major pilgrimage destination for Vietnamese Catholics.
Ho Chi Minh City is advancing digital transformation in sports medicine, aiming to enhance public health and national strength. The integration of cutting-edge technology seeks to enable more effective and widespread healthcare services.
Vietnamese President To Lam and Swiss President Guy Parmelin met in Hanoi, agreeing to strengthen cooperation in economy, science-technology, and finance ahead of the Vietnam-EFTA Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signing. Both nations also affirmed contributions to regional and global peace and stability.
Ho Chi Minh City is emerging as a global shopping destination, attracting foreign tourists with its affordable and high-quality clothing. Young travelers, inspired by social media trends, are increasingly visiting with empty suitcases to fill them with local fashion. Local boutiques are adapting to the growing influx of international shoppers.
Malaysia's passport securing the second most powerful spot in Southeast Asia, after Singapore, highlights the growing interest among neighboring countries, including Vietnam, in enhancing their passport's international standing. Vietnam may aim to increase visa-free destinations and bolster passport security to improve global trust and travel freedom.
Bai Chay Hospital in Vietnam has successfully performed its first multi-organ retrieval, marking a significant advancement in the nation's organ transplant capabilities. This achievement underscores the humanitarian value of organ donation and highlights Vietnam's growing medical expertise.
Vietnamese President To Lam and Swiss President Guy Parmelin met in Hanoi, celebrating 55 years of diplomatic ties and a Comprehensive Partnership. Both nations expressed eagerness to deepen political trust and expand economic cooperation, signing new documents.
Vietnam has announced an extension of free registration and renewal fees for .id.vn and .biz.vn domain names for three years, aiming to bolster domestic digital presence. This initiative supports businesses and individuals in establishing an official and sustainable online identity.
Dien Bien Province in northwestern Vietnam has opened an international trade fair themed 'Dien Bien - Bridge for Trade, Reaching the World.' The event aims to boost regional economic activity and international cooperation, with participation from Laotian and Chinese businesses.
Authorities in central Vietnam have launched an investigation into six women who posed for photos in the middle of a sharp curve on the scenic Hai Van Pass. The act has drawn criticism for disregarding public safety and traffic regulations.
Two drivers were urgently detained by police after engaging in a violent fight on National Highway 51 in Dong Nai Province, Vietnam, following a traffic collision. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety.
Ho Chi Minh City's Le Thi Rieng Park has yielded the discovery of 13 sets of martyrs' remains and two sets of personal effects. This finding highlights the ongoing national effort to commemorate and document the sacrifices made decades after the Vietnam War.
A new decree in Vietnam, raising penalties for selling lottery tickets to individuals under 18, has been implemented. However, lottery agents and street vendors express confusion over practical scenarios, including parental requests and minors reselling tickets.
As Vietnam pushes for the redevelopment of aging apartment buildings, residents' rights to resettlement and compensation are paramount. Current regulations allow owners to choose between resettlement apartments, social housing, or monetary compensation, with support for relocation costs and temporary housing.
Vietnamese President To Lam and Swiss President Guy Parmelin took a stroll along the pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, sharing a relaxed moment during the Swiss President's official visit.
Phu Tho province in northern Vietnam has broken ground on a $42 million social housing project, the 22nd of its kind in the province, aiming for completion in Q1 2028. This development aligns with the government's push for social and rental housing amidst rising apartment prices in urban areas.
Vietnam's Communist Party newspaper, Nhan Dan, is promoting a campaign to inspire a spirit of national service. This is seen as an effort to reaffirm socialist values and national unity amidst economic growth and internationalization, particularly targeting younger generations.
After 40 years of 'Doi Moi', Vietnam has achieved significant historical development, improving citizens' lives. This report focuses on Vietnamese entrepreneurs aiming to lead global value chains and the challenges they face during this transformative period.
Liechtenstein Prime Minister Brigitte Haas has arrived in Vietnam for an official visit, exploring opportunities to strengthen bilateral economic ties. The recent conclusion of the FTA negotiations with EFTA is expected to provide a new framework for promoting trade and investment.
Vietnam has launched its 'Month for the Poor' campaign for 2026, with over 367 billion VND (approximately $15 million USD) already registered in donations. This government-led initiative aims to support vulnerable populations and achieve the national goal of leaving no one behind.
Vietnam and Switzerland are set to elevate their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership in January 2025, marking a new phase of cooperation. This move aims to strengthen collaboration across trade, investment, and diplomacy, with a state visit by the Swiss President planned, signaling a strategic deepening of ties.
Vietnamese President Tô Lâm (also General Secretary) hosted a welcoming banquet for Swiss President Guy Parmelin on October 17. Both nations emphasized their importance as reliable partners in Europe and agreed to further deepen cooperation in economic and investment fields, aiming for a new phase of partnership.
Vietnam is intensifying efforts to preserve and promote its intangible cultural heritage, especially ahead of the 10th anniversary of the inscription of 'The Practice of the Belief in the Mother Goddesses of the Three Realms of Vietnam' by UNESCO. Youth engagement is growing, with various events being held nationwide.
The Vietnamese Paralympic Athletics team, under the guidance of experienced coaches, is diligently preparing to achieve positive results and win medals at the 5th Asian Para Games (ASIAN Para Games 5). The team comprises 7 athletes, with expectations high for their performance.
Vietnam and Switzerland are expanding cooperation in economics, finance, and science-technology, building on their diplomatic ties established in 1971. The signing of the Vietnam-EFTA Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a significant milestone, demonstrating a shared commitment to transparent trade and international standards.
Vietnam and Switzerland have agreed to focus their future cooperation on education, science, technology, and innovation. Since establishing diplomatic relations in 1971, both nations have steadily nurtured their friendship and deepened their Comprehensive Partnership. Strengthening collaboration in science and technology is particularly expected to boost Vietnam's growth model transformation.
Vietnam's top leader hosted the Swiss President, acknowledging the strong friendship and cooperation since 1971. Both nations aim to deepen economic, investment, and technological partnerships.
Vietnamese food producer VIFON's investment in France is set to boost its product supply to the European market. This move symbolizes the deepening economic and cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Europe, raising expectations for enhanced competitiveness of Vietnamese goods globally.
The spouses of Swiss President Guy Parmelin and Vietnamese leaders visited Hanoi University of Pharmacy. They honored the contributions of Alexandre Yersin, the first principal of the Indochina Medical College, the university's predecessor, who significantly advanced medicine in Vietnam. The visit underscored the university's historical importance in bilateral relations.
The Prime Minister of Liechtenstein has arrived in Vietnam for an official visit, with expectations high for strengthening bilateral economic cooperation. The visit follows the conclusion of a free trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) in July 2026, poised to boost trade and investment.
Vietnam's top leader welcomed the Swiss President, expressing confidence that the visit will strengthen bilateral ties and the Comprehensive Partnership. The trip is expected to deepen political trust and mutual understanding, providing fresh momentum for substantive and sustainable cooperation.
Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training has issued directives to universities, demanding an end to the artificial inflation of 'excellent' and 'distinguished' graduate rates. The move aims to maintain educational quality and ensure fair assessment.
An association dedicated to Dr. Alexandre Yersin was officially established in Dalat, Lam Dong province on October 17. The group aims to promote the doctor's humanitarian spirit and scientific contributions, fostering cultural enrichment within the community.