Community-based tourism transforms northern mountainous villages
Vietnam’s export outlook holding firm
Vietnam promotes cross-border digital trust in AI era
Vietnam, UK seek stronger investment ties to build high-value economy
Ho Chi Minh City hopes to work with British financial institutions, credit rating agencies and businesses to develop capital markets and the International Financial Centre, an official said, adding that British expertise in market standards, risk management and international fundraising could help connect Vietnam with global capital flows.
Central Council for Theoretical Studies requested to strengthen core role in strategic advisory work
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam noted that the council needs to grasp and thoroughly study the substance of these objectives, assess the limitations of theoretical work and clearly define its research and advisory responsibilities so that it could focus on addressing the issues involved.
Vietnam, Nordics push to turn new frameworks into business deals
Chairman of the Nordic Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (NordCham Vietnam) Thue Quist Thomasen said bilateral ties are gaining momentum through new agreements covering sci-tech and innovation cooperation, the Vietnam–Norway Green Strategic Partnership, and the newly-signed Vietnam–Europian Free Trade Association (EFTA) Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
Vietnam, Algeria seek to boost local, business cooperation
Vietnam exports key products such as coffee, cashew nuts, pepper, seafood and chemicals to Algeria, while importing dates, olive oil and wheat flour, aiming to raise bilateral trade to 1 billion USD.
Hoi An to host international lantern festival, year-end cultural events
The festival is planned for Hoai River Square, An Hoi Sculpture Garden, along the Hoai River and on streets throughout the ancient town. It aims to preserve traditional lantern-making, promote cultural heritage and expand creative spaces in Hoi An.
BIGBANG concert draws 90,000 fans, boosts Hanoi tourism
The concert, held at My Dinh National Stadium as part of the BIGBANG 2026–2027 World Tour – XX: COSMOS, marked the 20th anniversary of the group’s debut and were among major international entertainment events in Vietnam this year.
Mexican media highlight significance of Ho Chi Minh statue restoration in Acapulco
Beyond the statue’s restoration, the reports emphasised the historical value of the monument and the bonds of friendship nurtured between the two countries over generations.
Vietnam returns to Tokyo’s TIFFCOM to pitch projects, filming locations
The VFDA continues to use the pavilion as a rendezvous for Vietnamese filmmakers and foreign partners, driving opportunities for cooperation in production, distribution and filming in Vietnam.
Vietnam pushes to fast-track licensing of member banks at int’l financial centre
The State Bank of Vietnam was asked to coordinate with the centre’s executive body to finalise guidance on applications, procedures and licensing conditions, with the aim of admitting an official member bank in November 2026.
November rulebook: Foreign employers face new hiring, reporting duties
The Vietnamese Government issued a Decree effective on November 15, requiring foreign organisations and individuals that need Vietnamese workers to notify the managing agency or organisation in writing, by post or online via its official email, specifying the job position and headcount.
Travel
Community-based tourism transforms northern mountainous villages
Vietnam steps up targeted tourism promotion to boost brand, market reach
Vietravel Airlines receives new aircraft, expands int’l network ahead of year-end peak
Ho Chi Minh City builds global tourism brand as megacity
Vietnam promotes hot spring tourism at Algerian forum
Culture - Sports
UNESCO to support Quang Ninh in digital transformation, heritage management
Hoi An to host international lantern festival, year-end cultural events
BIGBANG concert draws 90,000 fans, boosts Hanoi tourism
Vietnam returns to Tokyo’s TIFFCOM to pitch projects, filming locations
President Ho Chi Minh monument in Acapulco symbolises Vietnam–Mexico friendship
Environment
CCS/CCUS essential for Vietnam to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050
ietnam has introduced various policies and guidelines on climate change response, energy security and marine economic development, identifying CCS/CCUS as a solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Hong Kong expert offers solutions to help Vietnam tackle sea-level rise
Vietnam could face super typhoon like Yagi every seven years
Health
Amended law on human tissue, organ donation puts children’s rights, interests first
Standing Deputy Minister of Health Vu Manh Ha said that the 2006 Law on Donation, Removal and Transplantation of Human Tissues and Organs and Donation and Removal of Cadavers has established an important legal framework, contributing to the development of tissue and organ transplantation in Vietnam.
Hue Central Hospital sets record with 18-hour preservation of kidney for cross-country transplant
Vietnam advances towards high-quality, specialised healthcare
World
Japan shores up defence ties with ASEAN
Japanese Minister of National Defence Koizumi Shinjiro said members must bridge differences to tackle shared challenges and proposed expanding Japan–ASEAN cooperation with outside partners into AI, unmanned systems and the protection of undersea critical infrastructure.
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