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Vietnam's state broadcaster VTV3's 'New Generation Students 2026' program connects university students' innovative ideas with real-world local problem-solving. The fourth season emphasizes students identifying local needs through field research and proposing/validating practical solutions.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged women entrepreneurs to expand their role in the digital economy and contribute to innovation. He also emphasized the importance of securing power supply and developing infrastructure, signaling a push for corporate support and technological self-reliance.
Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating land acquisition for the Ho Chi Minh City-Moc Bai Expressway and the Ben Luc-Long Thanh Expressway-Rung Sac intersection. The Moc Bai expressway project is nearing 99% land clearance completion.
Vietnam has announced 17 candidates for the prestigious "Golden Globe" Science and Technology Award 2026. This year, the scope has been significantly expanded from 5 to 10 fields, focusing on strategic national technologies like digital, semiconductor, and biotechnology.
Vietnam's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has launched the "Vietnam Cultural Industry Development Network" and 16 key initiatives to boost the cultural industry. The move aims to strengthen collaboration between state agencies, businesses, and creators.
Vietnam and the EU have agreed to deepen their comprehensive strategic partnership, enhancing cooperation in key areas such as economy, law and justice, and environment and sustainable development. The EU is a significant market for Vietnam, and both sides will also strengthen collaboration in education and innovation, bolstering Vietnam's economic growth and international standing.
Vietnam engaged with senior officials from Australia, Nicaragua, and Georgia at the UN General Assembly, aiming to deepen bilateral ties. Notably, agreements were reached with China to enhance cooperation in trade, investment, and infrastructure. Domestically, efforts are underway to improve legislation and address public concerns.
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man visited China and held talks with Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. They co-chaired the second session of the cooperation committee between the two legislative bodies, reaffirming the development of traditional friendship and the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership. The visit is expected to promote parliamentary exchanges and bilateral relations.
Vietnam and France have agreed to strengthen cooperation in cultural and creative industries, digital transformation, AI application in culture, and online child protection. Ahead of UNESCO's 50th anniversary of Vietnam's membership in 2026, both nations aim for future-oriented ties beyond their historical connections.
Vietnam's Supreme People's Procuracy has called for the surrender of former Deputy General Director Do Hoang Linh and Tran Trong Nghia, implicated in violations of lending regulations at Vietnam Construction Bank (VNCB). The appeal, including for internationally wanted Linh, signals intensified law enforcement efforts.
Vietjet Air, a Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has launched its inaugural flight to Prague, signaling its strong ambition for international expansion. The move aims to establish a foothold in the European market and solidify its position as a global airline.
Vietnam's Supreme People's Procuracy has indicted Hứa Xường, a former board member of Dai Tin Bank, for intentionally violating state regulations on economic management causing serious consequences. The defendant fled to the US in 2017 and has not returned, leading to his indictment while a fugitive.
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, affirming positive progress in bilateral relations and substantial achievements in politics, economy, trade, investment, infrastructure, and people-to-people exchanges. The importance of people-to-people ties was particularly emphasized.
Hanoi hosted a dialogue conference to transform traditional craft heritage into economic value. The city aims for sustainable development through tourism integration, OCOP product promotion, trade facilitation, and craft competitions.
Hung Yen province in central Vietnam recorded GRDP growth of 11.22% in the first nine months of 2026, ranking seventh nationally. General Secretary and President To Lam urged coordinated efforts to develop the province into a green, clean, civilized, and modern growth pole.
As Hanoi pushes forward with large-scale urban development projects, some residents are quietly resisting due to dissatisfaction with land expropriation and compensation. While official media reports progress, citizen protests are circulating on social media.
Vietnam and the EU are aiming to further expand economic cooperation on the occasion of the 6th anniversary of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA). The Prime Minister emphasized legal framework improvements and investment environment enhancements, anticipating an acceleration of trade and investment between the two sides.
チャン・タイン・マン国会議長は10月12日、北京で趙楽基・全人代常務委員長と会談した。 両首脳はまた、ベトナム国会と中国の全人代の第2回協力委員会の共同議長を務めた。
Can Tho city in Vietnam's Mekong Delta is exploring opportunities to expand cooperation with Italy in healthcare and climate change response, signaling a push for stronger bilateral economic ties.
Sanofi-Aventis Vietnam has appointed a new head for its Vaccines division and country lead. This move is seen as part of the company's strategy to expand its operations and strengthen vaccine supply in the Vietnamese market.
Vietnam and Laos are strengthening their bilateral ties through enhanced security cooperation and diplomatic exchanges. Vietnamese leadership urged citizens in Laos to maintain solidarity and respect local laws, while the Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman's visit to China underscored a commitment to developing relations.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung concluded his first official visits to Laos and Cambodia, holding summit meetings that reaffirmed political trust and the importance of security cooperation. Agreements were reached on resolving long-standing economic project challenges and identifying new areas for collaboration, underscoring Vietnam's neighbor-first foreign policy.
The European Union (EU) has removed Vietnam from its tax blacklist. This decision could enhance tax compliance and international credibility for businesses operating in or looking to invest in Vietnam.
Tran Cam Tu, a Politburo member, has called for enhanced policy implementation and legal reform to drive Da Nang's sustainable development. He emphasized that laws should not only regulate but also facilitate growth, remove obstacles, and protect citizens' rights.
The recently opened Ben Luc - Long Thanh Expressway in southern Vietnam is significantly reducing traffic volume on the existing Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay Expressway and Phu My Bridge, alleviating pressure on vehicles entering the city. This measure is shortening travel times, particularly for long-distance journeys, and improving the efficiency of the transportation infrastructure.
Vietnam's Minister of Science and Technology proposed to his Japanese counterpart continued postgraduate scholarships in strategic tech sectors, researcher exchanges, and support for Vietnam Japan University (VJU). This aligns with deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations.
Da Nang City in central Vietnam has identified key sectors for developing into an international financial center. With advice from international experts, the city is advancing legal frameworks and investor outreach. Ho Chi Minh City's rising global financial center ranking also heightens expectations for Vietnam's overall financial market development.
Vietnam announced plans to celebrate the inaugural "Vietnam Culture Day" on November 24 with a large-scale concert in Hanoi expected to draw 60,000 attendees. This marks the first official observance of the day, aiming to foster national cultural engagement and unity.
A crackdown on foreign-owned luxury homes in Thailand, held under Thai names, highlights potential similar activities and risks of asset concealment and money laundering in Vietnam. This raises questions about capital outflow controls under Vietnam's one-party system and potential concerns in its relations with China.
Students at Ho Chi Minh City University of Industrial Engineering are expressing concern over a sharp drop in their 'training scores' at the end of the semester, jeopardizing their scholarship opportunities. The university attributes the decline to a revised scoring system implemented following a directive from the Ministry of Education and Training.
Thai police have arrested a Vietnamese couple in Bangkok, following a request from Vietnamese authorities, in connection with an acid attack in Hanoi. The couple had fled Vietnam for Thailand after the incident and were apprehended over a year later. Authorities are also searching for a third suspect.
Da Nang's Department of Construction has approved the sale of over 150 low-rise housing units within Vinpearl's Lang Van tourism and resort urban complex development project. This batch represents about 3% of the project's total low-rise supply. The project is a key development area for the city.
Vietnamese Prime Minister's visit to Cambodia resulted in the signing of six cooperation agreements covering economy, security, and culture. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to deepening ties and achieving a bilateral trade target of $20 billion by 2026.
The VnExpress Marathon Hai Phong 2026 has attracted over 8,000 runners during its Super Early Bird registration phase, with a notable 65% opting for the 42km and 21km distances. This trend deviates from typical mass participation races where shorter distances usually dominate, highlighting the event's reputation as a record-setting competition.
Vietnam Airlines will launch a new direct flight service between Hanoi and Ahmedabad, India, operating four times a week starting November 3. This expansion increases Vietnam-India air routes to seven, aiming to foster economic and tourism exchanges between the two nations.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung requested Luxembourg to share expertise in institutional development, fund and asset management, green finance, and financial supervision, while also supporting human resource training. This initiative aims to bolster cooperation with Europe as Vietnam strives to build an international financial center.