Hon Nhan island gains appeal as Quang Ngai’s new coastal escape
Vietnam rolls out child protection programme for 2026–2030
Nurturing Vietnamese identity among overseas communities
Vietnam seeks to unlock 700 billion USD for green transition
To fulfil its commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, Vietnam needs to mobilise around 700 billion USD over the course of its long-term transition. The scale of the funding requirement highlights the need to expand sources beyond the State budget, particularly private and international capital.
Efforts needed to unlock copyright to drive cultural industry development
As Vietnam’s economy grows and living standards improve, demand for cultural products such as publications, music and films has increased strongly. Domestic products are also becoming increasingly competitive with foreign counterparts, with a number of Vietnamese films and music programmes achieving impressive commercial success.
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Contemporary craft art space opens in Hanoi, showcasing Vietnamese embroidery heritage
Vietnam reaffirms commitment to building resilient, inclusive and integrated ASEAN Labour Market
RoK fandom business expands into Vietnam
Vietnam, Greece step up subnational cooperation
Vietnam’s 81st National Day celebrated in Australia, highlighting Doi moi achievements
Russia wants to expand cooperation with Vietnam in new areas: Russian Deputy PM
Vietnam attaches great importance to its relations with Russia and wishes to further promote practical and effective cooperation, not only in traditional areas such as politics, energy and oil and gas, but also in science, education, culture, sports and tourism.
Former Vietnamese Ambassador to France awarded French honour
Former Vietnamese Ambassador to France Dinh Toan Thang has been bestowed the French State’s National Order of the Legion of Honour, Class Commandeur, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to diplomatic ties between Vietnam and France.
Reference exchange rate remains stable on August 27
With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,892 VND/USD, and the floor rate 24,330 VND/USD.
Vietjet opens early sales of 3.1 million tickets for Lunar New Year
Vietjet has officially launched early sales of 3.1 million tickets across its entire domestic and international flight network for the Lunar New Year 2027, meeting the rising demand for family reunions, homecoming, and spring travel.
☀️ Morning digest on August 27
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
Indonesia breaks ground on waste-to-energy plant
The project is the second PSEL facility undertaken by investment management agency Danantara Indonesia, following the PSEL project in Bali, construction of which began in July. It is part of the environmentally friendly waste treatment programme under Presidential Decree No. 109/2025.
Vietnam Airlines named best livery, among top preferred airlines in Central, Southeast Asia
The Flyer’s Choice Awards honour airlines delivering outstanding passenger experiences across various categories, based entirely on passenger evaluations and feedback. The results therefore directly reflect customers’ trust and preferences.
OVs serve as bridge for knowledge, technology for Vietnam
According to Nguyen Phuong Chung, lecturer and Director of the Vietnamese Language Programme at Columbia University’s Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures in the US, Resolution 23 represents an important shift in how the position, role, and contributions of overseas Vietnamese are viewed.
Travel
Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia boost tourism collaboration
Lam Dong steps up global tourism push
Hanoi waives admission fees at tourist sites on National Day
Agoda uncovers Vietnamese travellers’ most popular destinations for National Day holiday
US media picks Top 10 destinations to bookmark for Vietnam in 2026
Society
Vietnam reaffirms commitment to building resilient, inclusive and integrated ASEAN Labour Market
Former Vietnamese Ambassador to France awarded French honour
Nurturing Vietnamese identity among overseas communities
Vietnam Airlines named best livery, among top preferred airlines in Central, Southeast Asia
Culture - Sports
Contemporary craft art space opens in Hanoi, showcasing Vietnamese embroidery heritage
RoK fandom business expands into Vietnam
Vietnam turns National Day spirit into a tourism draw
Vietnam retain ASEAN Cup title after 2-2 draw with Thailand
Hanoi, Beijing strengthen cooperation to promote Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam heritage values
Environment
Vietnam, RoK promote cooperation to deliver on net-zero commitments
Sectors such as semiconductor manufacturing, nuclear power, science and advanced technologies are playing an increasingly important role in national competitiveness and economic development of each country. They also offer considerable room for Vietnam and the RoK to expand professional exchanges, share experience and promote cooperation, particularly among their energy experts.
Typhoon Narra changes course, heads toward waters east of Bach Long Vi special zone
Flooding, landslides leave one dead, cause widespread damage
Health
Ministry warns of rising hand, foot and mouth disease risk as school year begins
According to the infectious disease surveillance system, nearly 100,000 cases were reported so far this year, more than 2.5 times over the same period last year. The number of cases remains high in southern cities and provinces.
Free health checkups for children ahead of new school year
Vietnam eyes healthcare modernisation from grassroots foundation, technology application
World
Indonesia breaks ground on waste-to-energy plant
The project is the second PSEL facility undertaken by investment management agency Danantara Indonesia, following the PSEL project in Bali, construction of which began in July. It is part of the environmentally friendly waste treatment programme under Presidential Decree No. 109/2025.
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