
President Ho Chi Minh Statue Display Under Restoration At UK Museum
A display area featuring President Ho Chi Minh’s statue and related artifacts at the Newhaven Museum in East Sussex, the UK, is under restoration.

The Swede Who Fell in Love with Hoi An
After setting out on a globetrotting journey, Kawa Wandi, his wife Nisha, and their three children decided to put down roots in Vietnam's idyllic Hoi An town. Wandi cites the town's charms and safety as his family's reasons to live abroad.

Bringing Spirit of Vietnamese Tet to Australia
On February 9, the Embassy of Vietnam in Australia hosted the “Xuan Que Huong” (Homeland Spring) event to bring together the Vietnamese community in celebration of the Lunar New Year 2025.

Decision to Establish Party Committee of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Announced
On February 13 in Hanoi, the Party Cell of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a conference to disseminate resolutions, directives, and conclusions of the Party's Central Committee and announced the Decision to establish the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations.
01:02 | 14/02/2025

U.S. Ambassador Celebrates Tet, Close Ties with Vietnam
“Hanoi is truly bustling in the days leading up to Tet, with streets crowded and people moving about in joyful anticipation,” shared US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Evans Knapper in an interview, just after navigating through some congested streets due to the Tet holiday. The Ambassador enthusiastically recounted his experiences.
09:47 | 03/02/2025

People-to-people Diplomacy Ready to Accompany the Nation to Enter New Era
"People-to-people diplomacy activities must transcend outdated thinking to achieve regional and international influence," affirmed President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son. In an interview with VNA reporters, he shared insights on the people-to-people diplomacy activities in 2024 and outlined the orientations for 2025, as the country enters the New Year of the Snake.
01:22 | 31/01/2025

Foreign NGOs in 2024: Partners in Vietnam's Sustainable Future
According to the report from the People's Aid Coordinating Committee (under the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations), in 2024, foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs) continued to provide significant support, helping Vietnam achieve substantial progress in poverty reduction and socio-economic development.
13:00 | 29/01/2025

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 17): Vietnamese Naval Ship Joins Multilateral Exercise in Indonesia
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Vietnam News Today (Feb. 17): Vietnamese naval ship joins multilateral exercise in Indonesia; Japan's role in driving digital and green transformation in Mekong Delta; Homeland Spring held for OVs in Bangladesh; Cold air intensifies, bringing rain and drizzle to northern and north-central Vietnam.
08:15 | 17/02/2025

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 15): Vietnam-Iran Ties Built on Foundation of Mutual Respect and Friendship
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Vietnam News Today (Feb. 15): Deputy PM, FM holds talks with Lao Foreign Minister; Vietnam-Iran ties built on foundation of mutual respect and friendship; Vietnam international trade fair to host 500 global companies this April; Hoi An among the world’s most romantic destinations, says Time Out.
08:16 | 15/02/2025

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 14): Vietnam Wants to Boost Trade With Southern Common Market
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Vietnam News Today (Feb. 14): Vietnam wants to boost trade with Southern Common Market; Vietnam – China diplomatic ties’ 75th anniversary marked in Hong Kong; Vietnam further facilitates foreign nationals’ entry, exit, residence; January trade turnover tops US$63 billion despite decline.
08:25 | 14/02/2025

17 Ex-Ambassadors Demand US Restore Indochina Mine Clearance Funding
A group of 17 former U.S. ambassadors has jointly signed an open letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, urging the U.S. to promptly resume support for bomb and landmine clearance programs in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
14:27 | 17/02/2025

Binh Duong Groups Unite to Provide Home for Family in Need
The Binh Duong Union of Friendship Organizations coordinated with the Provincial Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front and the Chanh Phu Hoa Ward People’s Committee to organize the Great Solidarity House handover ceremony to a disadvantaged household in the locality.
09:44 | 17/02/2025

Cultural Lens on Vietnam-US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Based on the new elevated relationship framework, cooperation opportunities between Vietnam and the United States have expanded and deepened across various fields. Culture is considered a fundamental factor and a strong bridge connecting Vietnam and the U.S.
19:38 | 14/02/2025

Decision to Establish Party Committee of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Announced
On February 13 in Hanoi, the Party Cell of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a conference to disseminate resolutions, directives, and conclusions of the Party's Central Committee and announced the Decision to establish the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations.
01:02 | 14/02/2025

Vietnamese Wife, Western Husband: Love Stories Born from Serendipitous Encounters
A message on a dating app, a chance meeting by Hoan Kiem Lake, or an online conversation, these are the beginnings of many beautiful love stories between Vietnamese women and their Western husbands.
19:37 | 14/02/2025

Vietnam Hopes for Continued Cooperation with US in Fixing War Aftermath
Vietnam wants to work with the US to implement practical and effective cooperation in addressing war aftermath, contributing to the stable and long-term development of bilateral relations in line with the spirit of the joint statement on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace, cooperation, and sustainable development.
19:34 | 14/02/2025

Vietnam Participation in Paris AI Summit Affirms Its Role in the Int'l AI Community
From February 10-13, 2025, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Bui Hoang Phuong led the Vietnamese delegation to attend the AI Action Summit in Paris, France.
14:49 | 13/02/2025

Vietnam Begins Term as UN Women Executive Board Member
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), attended the annual session of the UN Women Executive Board on February 10 as a newly elected member for the 2025-2027 term.
15:34 | 12/02/2025

The Swede Who Fell in Love with Hoi An
After setting out on a globetrotting journey, Kawa Wandi, his wife Nisha, and their three children decided to put down roots in Vietnam's idyllic Hoi An town. Wandi cites the town's charms and safety as his family's reasons to live abroad.
09:59 | 12/02/2025

International Tourist Visit Tam Bao Pagoda (Da Nang) to Seek Tranquility and Happiness
On February 6 (the 9th day of the Lunar New Year), Tam Bao Theravāda Pagoda in Da Nang welcomed numerous international visitors who came to offer prayers for peace and blessings.
13:17 | 11/02/2025

Vietnamese Language Preserved and Spread in Malaysia
From February 8-10, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairwoman of the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs, Le Thi Thu Hang, paid a working visit to Malaysia. During her meeting with the Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia, Le Thi Thu Hang highly praised the efforts to preserve and maintain the Vietnamese language, as well as the dedication of teachers and students to teaching and learning.
15:50 | 10/02/2025

Japanese Professor Hiroki Tahara: Return to Vietnam for the Language
Japanese Professor Hiroki Tahara of Japan does not say "going to Vietnam" or "coming to Vietnam". For him, it is "returning to Vietnam" - a return to listen to the Vietnamese language, a return with nostalgia, to the place where "the land has become (his) soul".
15:24 | 10/02/2025
India, Buddhism, and the Dalai Lama: A Synergy for Regional Harmony
Buddhism is one of the most intriguing philosophical products that originated in India some 2600 years back. The Buddha attained nirvana at Bodh Gaya situated in the Indian state of Bihar, and then wandered through the lower Indo-Gangetic Plain, teaching and building the monastic order.

Vietnam Holds Opportunities to Export Aluminum and Steel to US Market
Vietnam still has many opportunities to export aluminum and steel to the US market, as domestic production capacity in the US has yet to fully meet local demand, according to the Head of the Vietnam Trade Office in the US.


Three Vietnamese Fishermen Saved Off Jeju Coast
Seas and islands
Three Vietnamese crew members had been rescued following the capsizing of a fishing vessel off the coast of Jeju Island, RoK, announced the Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea (RoK), on the evening of February 12.
09:59 | 17/02/2025

Vietnamese Coast Guard Rescues Filipino Sailor In Distress
Seas and islands
The Vietnam Coast Guard has brought ashore a Filippino sailor who fell ill aboard a China Hong Kong-flagged vessel off the coast of southern Ba Ria - Vung Tau province.
08:17 | 03/02/2025

Naval Region 3 Brings Tet Atmosphere to Fatherland's Outpost Islands
Seas and islands
On January 8-9, officers and soldiers of Naval Region 3 visited the people and officers on Vietnam's outpost islands. This is their annual activity to transport Tet gifts and wishes to the islands' residents.
15:58 | 10/01/2025

Bringing Spirit of Vietnamese Tet to Australia
On February 9, the Embassy of Vietnam in Australia hosted the “Xuan Que Huong” (Homeland Spring) event to bring together the Vietnamese community in celebration of the Lunar New Year 2025.
10:22 | 11/02/2025

Strengthening Vietnam - Japan Ties Through Cultural Exchange
The Centre for Vietnam Studies in Japan, in collaboration with the Vietnamese Language Department of Osaka University and the Cay Tre (Bamboo) Vietnamese Language School successfully organized the Vietnamese Culture Day in Japan program at the Consulate General of Vietnam in Osaka on February 4, 2024.
18:38 | 08/02/2025

Vietnamese Community in Czech Republic: Model of Solidarity and Integration
On February 5 in Hanoi, Deputy Minister and Chairwoman of the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang met with leaders of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in the Czech Republic.
18:18 | 08/02/2025

Nearly 500 Overseas Vietnamese Reunite in Hai Phong to Celebrate Tet 2025
On February 2, the Hai Phong Department of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the Hai Phong Overseas Vietnamese Liaison Association, organized the "Homeland Spring 2025" program, bringing together overseas Vietnamese and their relatives.
07:18 | 06/02/2025

India, US to sign new defence framework, says Trump admin official
India and the United States will be signing a new defence framework during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing visit to the US, which will give a further fillip to the partnership between the two countries, a senior White House administration official said on Thursday.
09:49 | 17/02/2025

WHO Launches Platform To Provide Free Cancer Drugs For Children
On February 11, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched a new platform to provide free cancer drugs to thousands of children in low- and middle-income countries.
08:42 | 15/02/2025

PM Modi in France: AI Summit, Business Partnerships, and Historic Tributes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the French city of Marseille alongside President Emmanuel Macron after delivering a keynote address at the AI Action Summit in Paris
15:05 | 14/02/2025

Now is the time to strengthen Malaysia-India cooperation
Malaysia's chairmanship of Asean in 2025 presents a significant opportunity to deepen ties with India bilaterally and at the regional level.
08:00 | 06/02/2025

Belgian Media Praises Lim Festival’s Vibrant Folk Culture
Belgium’s Le Soir highlights Vietnam’s Lim Festival as a celebration of rich cultural traditions, particularly quan ho (love duet) folk singing, recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
09:16 | 15/02/2025

Vietnam: Ultimate Family-Friendly Destination for RoK Travelers
Vietnam continues to be the number one travel destination for families from the Republic of Korea (RoK) with children under the age of 10, thanks to its warm climate, diverse entertainment activities, and high-end resorts.
23:12 | 12/02/2025

Hanoi’s Craft Villages To Make Entry Into Global Creative Network
A ceremony is scheduled at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel to honor the recognition of Hanoi’s two traditional craft villages, Bat Trang ceramic village in the Gia Lam district and Van Phuc silk village in the Ha Dong district as members of the World Crafts Cities Network.
11:30 | 12/02/2025

Int'l Tourists Weave Baskets, Mats at Kim Bong Village Festival
People and tourists enjoy participating in traditional activities at Kim Bong craft village festival, Cam Kim commune, Hoi An city.
10:21 | 11/02/2025
From Lost to Found: German Tourist Thanks Vietnamese Police for Returning His Bag
Recently, the Phuc Than Commune Police (Than Uyen district, Lai Chau province) returned a black bag to Philipp Horn (born in 1991, German nationality) including hispassport, visa, his iPod headset, his plane ticket, and many foreign currencies from Japan, Korea, China, and the United States.

Prediction and Resolution for the Disasters of Humanity
The twin disasters of war and natural disasters have long inflicted immense grief and sorrow upon humanity. As we step into 2025, the question arises: what will these disasters look like, and how can we resolve them? Experts from diverse fields— science, religion, and Eastern mystical science—offer valuable insights and perspectives on these pressing issues.

16 French Films To Be Shown For Free During Tet Holiday In Vietnam
16 unique French films that have never been shown in Vietnam will be shown for free on the DANET online movie viewing platform from January 17 to February 17, 2025.

Unique Cultural and Religious Activities to Welcome Year of the Snake
During Tet holiday and Spring season, people across the country engage in a variety of unique and long-standing cultural and religious activities.


Vietnamese Across Nation Welcome Year of the Snake
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As the year of the Snake begins, fireworks illuminate the sky, and crowds in Hanoi, Da Nang, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City cheer, wishing the country prosperity and its people warmth and happiness.
01:22 | 29/01/2025

G4 Ambassadors Celebrate Lunar New Year with Vietnamese Song Performance
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The G4 ambassadors to Vietnam, representing Canada, New Zealand, Norway, and Switzerland, performed the Vietnamese song "Nam qua đa lam gi" (What have we done this past year) alongside the Green Wind Choir in a music video filmed at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel. The video conveys their heartfelt New Year greetings for the Year of the Snake 2025.
15:50 | 28/01/2025

International Students in Hanoi Eager to Celebrate Tet
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On January 14, international students from many countries such as Germany, Hungary, Laos, France, and England, enthusiastically experienced the traditional Vietnamese Lunar New Year atmosphere organized by the Foreign Trade University in Hanoi.
10:17 | 17/01/2025

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