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Hanoi welcomes 5 millionth international visitor in 2026

Hanoi aims to welcome more than 9 million foreign arrivals this year and has achieved over half of that target. Hieu noted that the milestone is not only a source of pride for the city's tourism industry but also a positive signal reflecting its growing appeal among international travellers.

Anti-smuggling campaign has no finish line: Deputy PM

Smuggling and the production and trade of prohibited goods are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with criminal networks operating across both physical and online spaces. In the first six months of 2026, the ministry initiated legal proceedings against 1,333 cases involving 2,354 suspects.

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Vietnamese, Philippine young coast guard officers hold first exchange programme

Through the exchange activities, the young officers are expected to strengthen solidarity and build confidence, thereby contributing to the maintenance of peace, security, order and safety, as well as respect for international law in the adjacent waters of the two countries. The programme also underscores the positive role played by maritime law enforcement forces in promoting regional stability and cooperation.

Young officers of the Vietnam Coast Guard and the Philippine Coast Guard exchange experiences in maritime law enforcement. (Photo: VNA)

Top legislator hosts Malaysia’s Attorney General

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man received visiting Attorney General of Malaysia Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar in Hanoi on July 7, during which he affirmed Vietnam’s consistent policy of attaching great importance to and effectively implementing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Malaysia.

Top legislator hosts Malaysia’s Attorney General

Vietnamese rescuers awarded "Hero of Venezuela" medal

Vietnam's rescue and relief team has been awarded the first-class "Hero of Venezuela" medal, a noble reward from the Venezuelan Government, in recognition of their courageous humanitarian efforts following the devastating earthquakes in the Latin American country.

Vietnamese rescuers awarded "Hero of Venezuela" medal
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Environment

Vietnam lays groundwork for transparent carbon market

Experts say the launch of the trading platform is only the first step. The long-term success of the market will depend on a transparent system backed by robust measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) standards to ensure every transaction reflects genuine emissions reductions.

Forest development in Phan Son commune, Lam Dong province. (Photo: nhandan.vn)

Health

Ho Chi Minh City moves to expand robotic surgery to gateway hospitals

According to the municipal Department of Health, developing gateway hospitals is a key pillar of the city's strategy to establish a regional specialised healthcare system. The network is designed to permanently relieve overcrowding at major downtown hospitals while strengthening strong inter-regional emergency care and treatment network.

Thu Duc General Hospital, with a capacity of 1,000 beds, was inaugurated and put into operation in April 2025 (Photo: VNA)

World

Vietnamese fruit expands foothold in Chinese market

Thanks to its strategic location bordering Vietnam and other ASEAN countries, Guangxi remains a major gateway for tropical fruit entering China. Chinese media have also identified Vietnamese lychees as one of the country's favourite seasonal fruits.

Vietnamese durian is promoted at an event in Beijing. (Photo: VNA)