Huong Giang
Hanoi
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Long Thanh International Airport to come into operation in December
In the first phase, the airport will handle 366 flights per week, including 322 domestic and 44 international flights. Covering an area of around 5,000 hectares, the airport is a flagship infrastructure project in southern Viet Nam, designed to become one of Southeast Asia's major aviation hubs.
Ho Chi Minh City adopts Master Plan for 2025-2050
Under the plan, the city's population is expected to reach 18 million by 2030 and over 27 million by 2050. Its workforce is projected to increase to 8.2 million by 2030, 10.7 million by 2045, and 11,3 million by 2050. The city is envisioned to become an economic, cultural, social, scientific, technological and innovation hub in Asia, before achieving the long-term status as a global, smart, modern, and comprehensive metropolis comparable to the world's leading cities.
[Video] Hanoi adjusts traffic on Co Linh road for 3 months to allow construction of elevated road.
On October 29th, the Hanoi Department of Construction announced that from October 30th, 2026 to January 30th, 2027, a traffic management plan will be implemented on the section of Co Linh road leading to the Hanoi-Hai Phong expressway interchange in Long Bien ward, Hanoi.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung hosts Belarusian Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov
Prime Minister Le said the visit offered both sides an opportunity to review bilateral cooperation and prepare for upcoming high-level exchanges, thereby contributing to further advancing the traditional friendship and strategic partnership between the two countries. Le reaffirmed that Viet Nam always wishes to constantly consolidate and deepen friendship and cooperation with traditional partners, including Belarus.
First 10 members of Viet Nam International Financial Center in HCMC announced
These companies are: EQuest Capital, Son Kim Capital IFC; VinaCapital International Partners, Sai Gon Marina IFC Co., Ltd, Gemadept Holdings, Rovela Pay, REE Energy Finance, Mercantile Exchange of Viet Nam Corporation, AG&P Holding Viet Nam, and Keppel Viet Nam. These companies plan to carry out investment projects in the fields of education, infrastructure, maritime transportation, logistics, energy, financial technology, payment solutions, infrastructure for goods transactions.
Agriculture – a 'ripe meeting point' for Vietnam-UK cooperation.
The UK is strong in technology, Vietnam has rich field experience and is one of the world's leading agricultural exporters, so where do the two agricultural sectors meet to go far together? That was the question that led the conversation between a VNA reporter in London and Professor Quach Manh Hao, currently teaching at Lincoln University, a university in eastern England renowned for its agriculture and food technology. Professor Quach Manh Hao, lecturer at Lincoln University.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung holds summit meeting with Polish counterpart Donald Tusk
Warmly welcoming Tusk on an official visit to Viet Nam, Le affirmed that Viet Nam and Poland are traditional partners with a fine traditional friendship and multi-faceted cooperation spanning over more than 76 years. Le reassured that Viet Nam always bears in mind the valuable support and assistance extended by the Government and people of Poland during the past struggle for national independence and reunification as well as the current course of national renovation and development.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk accorded official wecome ceremony in Ha Noi
This is the second visit to Viet Nam by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, aiming to inject fresh momentum into bilateral relations, noted Polish Ambassador to Viet Nam Joanna Skoczek. The Ambassador highlighted the historical bonds between the two countries, dating back to 1950. During the post-war reconstruction period, Poland helped train Vietnamese specialists in engineering, shipbuilding, geology, architecture and other fields, many of whom returned home to contribute to national development.
Ma Lieng women learn to read and write to escape poverty.
Literacy class in La Trong 1 village, Dan Hoa commune ( Quang Tri province ). After a day of earning a living, these women still diligently attend classes, hoping to learn more about reading and arithmetic. For them, literacy in their village is the key to escaping poverty. The women and mothers went to learn to read and write. Cà Xen is one of three settlements of the Ma Lieng (Chut) ethnic group in Tuyen Lam commune.
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk to visit Viet Nam this week
The visit will be made at the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, said the ministry. Viet Nam and Poland established diplomatic relations on February 4, 1950. Last year, the two countries celebrated the 75th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations. Poland helped train more than 4,000 Vietnamese students and scientists and 3,500 skilled workers, mainly in coal and shipbuilding industries.
Viet Nam, Denmark elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
The decision was made during the summit meeting between General Secretary and President of Viet Nam To Lam and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen in Copenhagen on October 20. With this latest move, Denmark becomes the 16th country to have established Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Viet Nam, after China, India, Russia, the U.S., South Korea, Japan, Australia, France, Malaysia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, the UK, and the European Union.
Hateco Group teams up with Danish giant Maersk in developing railway freight station network in Viet Nam
The MoU was signed on October 20, 2026, in Copenhagen, the Kingdom of Denmark, within the framework of the Viet Nam – Denmark Business Forum. The agreement marks a strategic expansion in cooperation between the two sides, moving from seaport infrastructure to railway connectivity, aiming toward developing a multimodal logistics ecosystem and enhancing Viet Nam's international trade connectivity capacity.
Top leader To Lam, King Frederik X witness exchange of Viet Nam-Denmark cooperation documents
These documents are: - Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security's Hospital 19-8 and Danish Aalborg University Hospital on life sciences, advanced biomedicine, digital transformation in healthcare, innovation, and human resources development; - Cooperation agreement between Viet Nam's Vietravel Tourism and Danish Nordic Travel Associates (NTA) on stratgy and product development; - Memorandum of Understanding between VinaCapital Logistics...
Top Vietnamese leader meets Danish King Frederik X and Queen Mary in Copenhagen
King Frederik X warmly welcomed General Secretary and President To Lam and his Spouse on their State visit to Denmark, highlighting that the visit takes place on the occasion of the 55th founding anniversary of Viet Nam-Denmark diplomatic relations, marking a significant milestone in the friendly and cooperative ties between the two countries.
General Secretary, President To Lam starts European tour
Denmark is the first leg of the top Vietnamese leader's six-day European tour, which will also take him to the European Union and Begium.
Viet Nam welcomes objective U.S. assessment of its anti-human trafficking efforts
Pham made the above remarks on Thursday at the ministry's press briefing in response to a question about Viet Nam-related assessments in the U.S. Department of State's 2026 Trafficking in Persons Report which was released on October 9. Viet Nam has intensified efforts to prevent and combat human trafficking, particularly through the adoption and implementation of its 2026–2030 program on human trafficking prevention and control, with a vision to 2035, she said.
Vietnamese, Chinese top legislators hold talks in Beijing
In a sincere and friendly atmosphere, the two top legislators informed each other about recent development in respective countries, and expressed their pleasure at the positive, profound, and comprehensive growth of Viet Nam-China relations over the past time. Zhao reaffirmed that China always attaches importance to the relations with Viet Nam, standing ready to further deepen the relationship between the two countries.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung hosts EU Ambassadors, Chargé d'affaires in Viet Nam
Le briefed the European diplomats on Viet Nam's major medium and long-term development goals, reaffirming the Southeast Asian nation's resolve to achieve double-digit growth annually to become a high-income country by 2045.
Farmers are changing their methods to increase the value of agricultural products.
Flower caretakers at Ngoc Dan Vy orchid garden, Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Xuan Anh/TTXVN The fact that many exemplary farmers were honored at the 19th "Outstanding Farmers of Ho Chi Minh City" commemorative and awards ceremony in 2026, organized by the Ho Chi Minh City Farmers' Association on October 8th, is not only a recognition of their efforts in production, but also shows that new approaches are gradually taking shape in the city's agricultural production life.
With rising feed prices, livestock farmers are reducing their herds to 'conserve their strength'.
Instead of continuing to maintain their herds under conditions of rising input costs and unpredictable selling prices, many households are choosing to reduce their herds, decrease the number of barns, or adjust production to limit losses. In the long term, the challenge of forming linkages to create large-scale production, stabilize output, utilize by-products, and develop raw material areas is being raised to reduce costs and increase the resilience of the livestock industry.
Panama regards Viet Nam as partner of top importance in Southeast Asia
President Mulino, who is on a four-day official visit to Viet Nam, made the point during his meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung in Ha Noi on October 7. President Mulino promised to assist Viet Nam in accessing markets and supply chains in the Americas through the Panama Canal and its network of seaports, airports, warehouses, and logistics system that meet international standards.
Quang Tri province plans to invest nearly 1,800 billion VND in developing the tourism space and landscape of Nhat Le beach.
Nhat Le Beach viewed from above. (Photo: HG) With its beautiful beach and proximity to the urban center of Dong Hoi, Nhat Le beach has been identified as one of the areas with the potential to create a highlight for tourism in Quang Tri. Therefore, the province's orientation is to transform this familiar beach into a tourism and service space operating all day and at many times of the year.
Viet Nam, Panama vow to continue coordination and mutual support at multilateral forums
The top Vietnamese leader said both sides uphold the principles of international law and the United Nations, back the maintenance of maritime freedom and safety as well as the settlement of disputes through peaceful measures with respect for international law, the United Nations Charter, and the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
CPV Central Committee delibrates on draft strategy for attracting and utilizing talents
The CPV Central Committee also discussed a project to draft the Party's Resolution on strengthening the building and rectification of a clean, strong and comprehensive Party an political system, meeting the country's development requirements in the new era; the five-year preliminary review of the implementation of Resolution No. 28-NQ/TW dated on November 17, 2022 of the 13th Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam on continued innovation of the Party's leadership and governance...
Viet Nam, Panama exchange nine cooperation agreements
These agreements are: (i) Agreement on maritime transport between the Government of Viet Nam and the Government of Panama; (ii) Agreement on transnational crime prevention and combat; (iii) Memorandum of Understanding on agricultural cooperation; (iv) Memorandum of Understanding on tourism cooperation between the National Authority of Tourism of Viet Nam and the Authority of Tourism of Panama; (v) Memorandum of Understanding on customs cooperation; (vi) Memorandum of Understanding between the...
Panama's President José Raúl Mulino accorded official welcome ceremony in Ha Noi
Dignitaries at the ceremony include Standing Politburo member, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc; Politburo member, Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung; Chairman of the Presidential Office Le Khanh Hai; Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh. Following the welcome ceremony, General Secretary and President To Lam held talks with President José Raúl Mulino and witnessed the exchange of cooperation agreements between the two countries.
Fourth plenum of 14th CPV Central Committee opens in Ha Noi
VGP - The 4th plenum of the 14th Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam (CPV) opens in Ha Noi on October 5. October 05, 2026 9:50 AM GMT+7
Luong Hoang Thai appointed Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Luong Hoang Thai Luong Hoang Thai was promoted to the new position from his previous role as Director General of the Trade Remedies Authority of Viet Nam under the Ministry of Industry and Trade./.
[Video] Hanoi launches campaign to inspect fire safety violations in factories and warehouses.
The Hanoi People's Committee has just issued a plan on organizing a comprehensive inspection, review, statistical analysis, and handling of constructions, factories, warehouses, production and business establishments, and goods storage and collection points that violate regulations on land use, construction order, and fire prevention and fighting in the city.
Viet Nam, United Nations mark next phase of cooperation with new Country Program Documents
The handover took place in New York during the United Nations General Assembly High-level Week, at the special event "Rising Together: Viet Nam-UN Partnership for Sustainable Development", hosted by To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam.
Viet Nam, UN exchange cooperation agreements in New York
These agreements are: (i) The Country Partnership Document (CPD) between the Government of Viet Nam, and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) for the 2027-2031 period. (ii) The Agreement amending and supplementing the Agreement between the Government of Viet Nam and the United Nations Development Program on upgrading the UN Green One House in Ha Noi.
To Lam meets Acting U.S. Navy Secretary Hung Cao in New York
The top Vietnamese leader expressed his pleasure to meet Hung Cao again and congratulated him on being nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of the Navy. He highly valued Hung Cao's contributions to Viet Nam-U.S. relations, as well as his affection and ties for his Vietnamese homeland.
To Lam calls for rebuilding trust at UN General Assemly
The top Vietnamese leader made the call amid ongoing profound transformations of the international order while the global economy is becoming increasingly fragmented due to rising trade, investment and technology barriers. To Lam emphasized that all countries must respect one another's independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and right to choose their own path of development; refrain from interference in internal affairs, threat or use of force contrary to the United Nations Charter.
Prime Minister appoints Vice Chairman of Government Office, Deputy Construction Minister
Nguyen Danh Huy was born on February 20, 1974 in the central province of Quang Binh, now Quang Tri province. Nguyen, who holds master’s degree in engineering, served as Deputy Minister of Transport from August 6, 2022 to February 2025 and Deputy Minister of Construction since February 2025. The Prime Minister also appointed Mr. Le Hong Vinh as Deputy Minister of Construction.
Vietnam Manufacturing Gains Momentum on Stronger FDI
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector continued to improve in August 2026, with output growing at its fastest pace in more than two years and new orders recording their strongest increase since October 2025. This improvement came as foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into manufacturing continued to grow strongly, showing that the industrial sector’s recovery is being supported by both short-term orders and long-term investment flows.
General Secretary, President To Lam meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in New York
The top Vietnamese leader congratulated Turkey on becoming the 12th dialogue partner of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). He welcomed and voiced support for Turkey's engagement with ASEAN. To Lam highly valued the growth momentum of Viet Nam-Turkey relations over the past time, calling on both sides to further enhance cooperation and harness their roles to promote peace, stability and sustainable development.
General Secretary, President To Lam meets U.S. Trade Representative
To Lam, who is in New York to attend the high-level general debate of the 81st UNGA session, affirmed Viet Nam attaches importance to the comprehensive strategic partnership with the U.S., expressing his desire to work with President Donald Trump's Administration to continue advancing the bilateral ties in a stable, substantive, effective and sustainable manner.
The milestone of September 21, 2026, and Vietnam's financial integration journey.
Investors monitor market developments. Illustration photo: Hua Chung/TTXVN From the first trading session of the week on September 21st, Vietnamese stocks will officially be upgraded by FTSE Russell from frontier markets to secondary emerging markets – a status the market has been striving for for nearly a decade. This upgrade is a well-deserved recognition of a persistent reform process and a source of pride.
Politburo, Secretariat announce 12 appointment decisions
Specifically, the Politburo has appointed Mr. Dinh Huu Thanh, member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam, Vice Chairman of the Central Inspection Commission, as Standing Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of the northern province of Quang Ninh for the 2025-2030 tenure.
Sanofi and VNVC sign Joint Declaration on next-generation vaccine manufacturing in Viet Nam
At the Forum, Sanofi Viet Nam and Viet Nam Vaccine Joint Stock Company (VNVC) signed a Joint Declaration of strategic cooperation on next-generation vaccine manufacturing in Viet Nam.
Viet Nam expects stronger energy cooperation with Saudi Arabia
Le congratulated Saudi Arabia on its national development achievements, which have contributed to elevating the Middle East country's regional and international standing. He took the occasion to convey General Secretary and President To Lam's greetings and invitation to Saudi Arabian King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to visit Viet Nam soon.
To Lam holds talks with Russian President Putin in Moscow
The talks focus on the current state of and prospects for further development of comprehensive strategic partnership between Viet Nam and Russia. This story is being updated...
Cooperation in strategic technologies should become new pillar of Viet Nam-Russia ties: To Lam
The top Vietnamese leader made the above suggestion while addressing the Viet Nam-Russia Science and Technology Forum in Moscow, Russia on September 9. To Lam, who is on a State visit to Russia, said Viet Nam has entered a new phase of development, driven by the aspiration to build a peaceful, independent, democratic, prosperous, civilized, and happy nation, striving to become a developed, high-income country by 2045.
Viet Nam to start construction of North-South high-speed railway next year
The North-South high-speed railway has the total length of around 1,541km, starting at Ngoc Hoi station in Ha Noi, running through 15 cities and provinces, and ending at Ho Chi Minh City's Thu Thiem station. The railway, with a designed speed of 350km per hour, has total investment capital of US$67.34 billion Once completed, the railway will reduce travel time from Ha Noi capital to Ho Chi Minh City – the country's largest economic engine, to about 5.5 hours./.
Top Vietnamese leader meets Russian Presidential aide Nikolai Patrushev
Patrushev expressed his pleasure to meet the top Vietanmese leader again, congratulating him upon his election as President of Viet Nam, and welcoming him to Russia. To Lam affirmed the Party and State of Viet Nam consistently view Russia as an important and trusted partner as well as a top priority in the Southeast Asian nation's foreign policy.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung to attend 18th BRICS Summit in India
India’s BRICS Chairship is guided by the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”, reflecting a people-centric and humanity-first approach articulated by the Indian Prime Minister at the 2025 Rio Summit. Building resilience means strengthening economic, social, and institutional resilience to navigate global uncertainties, supply chain disruptions, health challenges, and climate risks.
Top legislator meets South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong Sook
The top Vietnamese legislator made the above statement during his meeting with South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong Sook in Seoul on Monday. The two leaders noted with pleasure at the fact that Viet Nam and South Korea have become top partners in terms of economy, trade, and investment. Both sides pledged to double efforts to realize the trade goals of US$100 billion in 2026 and US$150 billion by 2030 in a balanced and substantive manner.
Prime Minister stresses importance of foreign-invested sector in Vietnamese economy
Le stressed the point during a working session with representatives of Japanese investors in Viet Nam, held in the central city of Da Nang on Sunday. He said Viet Nam is giving priority to attracting high-quality FDI projects with advanced technology, high added-value, high spillover effects, and growing participation of Vietnamese enterprises in accordance with the spirit of the Politburo's Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW dated June 8, 2026.
Top legislator begins official visit to South Korea
This is Tran's first official visit to South Korea in his capacity as President of the Vietnamese National Assembly, and the first visit to South Korea by a top Vietnamese legislator. Notably, Tran is the first foreign guest of the Speaker of South Korean National Assembly. Viet Nam and South Korea established diplomatic relations on December 22, 1992 and elevated ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in December 2022.
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