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Vietnam shrimp exports achieve strongest growth in three years
Vietnam’s shrimp exports have surged to their highest level in three years, reaching more than 3.4 billion USD in the first nine months of 2025, a 22% year-on-year increase.
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Vietnam earns 1.1 billion USD from shrimp exports to China
The total shrimp export value reached 3.9 billion USD for the first 10 months, a 22% growth compared to the same period last year.
Vietnam shrimp exports achieve strongest growth in three years
According to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), the strong growth was driven by recovering demand in China, the US, the EU and the CPTPP bloc, along with Vietnamese businesses’ flexible adaptation to changing product segments and markets.
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Party leader presses Hanoi to fast-track transport infrastructure to tackle congestion, pollution
Party General Secretary To Lam on December 15 called on Hanoi to speed up transport infrastructure projects to ease congestion, improve safety, and reduce pollution, while meeting with voters from 11 wards in the capital.
Smart traffic control centre officially launched in Hanoi
The Hanoi Municipal Police Department has officially put the city’s smart traffic control centre into operation, enabling the electronic handling of administrative violations related to traffic order and road safety.
PM requests greater efforts to operate Long Thanh International Airport on schedule
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 14 called on teams to accelerate the construction of the Long Thanh International Airport in the southern province of Dong Nai to make it ready for the first flight on December 19 and commercial operations in the first half of 2026.
Electronic medical records mark key step in healthcare digitalisation
Aiming to build smart hospitals that deliver practical benefits for medical staff and patients, the Vinh Long provincial health sector has rolled out electronic medical records across all medical examination and treatment facilities.
Durian export revenue grows to fresh new highs
Durian has set a new record, raking in over 3.33 billion USD in export value during the first 10 months of this year, a 10.4% jump compared to the same period last year, according to customs data.
Quang Tri promotes sustainable fisheries to combat IUU fishing
With more than 191 km of coastline and over 8,000 fishing vessels, Quang Tri province is strengthening measures to work closely with fishermen and fishing grounds to prevent all IUU (illegal, unreported and unregulated) fishing violations and move towards sustainable marine resource exploitation.
Vietnam’s economy set to maintain solid recovery through 2026–2027: OECD
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has revised upward its medium-term outlook for Vietnam, projecting GDP growth of 6.2% for 2026 and 5.8% for 2027, according to its latest global economic outlook.
Gov’t leader outlines three strategic orientations, six key tasks for judicial reforms
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh laid out three strategic orientations and six key tasks for the Ministry of Justice while chairing a nationwide hybrid conference in Hanoi on December 13 to review its performance in 2025 and the 2021-2025 term, chart a course for the 2026-2030 tenure and launch tasks for 2026.
Ornamental kumquat and pomelo hub prepares for Tet
With just over two months until the 2025 Lunar New Year, Van Giang commune in Hung Yen province, the North’s well-known centre for ornamental kumquat and pomelo trees, is entering its peak season.
Hanoi posts sharp rise in visitors, revenue
Hanoi’s tourism industry continued its strong upward momentum in November, attracting 2.5 million visitors, with international arrivals jumping 25% and domestic tourism rising 10%, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Quang Ninh develops eco-tourism across its heritage landscape
The northeast province of Quang Ninh is blessed with mountains, forests, seas, and thousands of islands, forming a stunning landscapes and ecosystems.
Breakthrough under Resolution 57: Vietnam to finalise licensing for satellite-based Internet trials
The National Assembly’s Resolution 193, issued to implement the Politburo’s Resolution 57 on breakthroughs in science-technology development, innovation and national digital transformation, marks an important institutional step in modernising Vietnam’s telecommunications landscape.
External information service promotes Vietnam globally: PM
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for stronger efforts to bring a beautiful, authentic and vivid image of Vietnam and its people to the world.
Quang Ninh Museum welcomes one-millionth visitor
The Quang Ninh Museum on December 12 held a ceremony to welcome its one-millionth visitor of 2025. This milestone marks a remarkable surge compared with previous years as Quang Ninh province strives to attract more than 20 million visitors this year.
Vietnam shooting team wins first gold at SEA Games 33
Vietnam secured its first shooting gold at SEA Games 33 after a dramatic comeback in the 10m air rifle mixed team final, where Mong Tuyen and Tam Quang edged host Thailand 16–14.
Hanoi marks key progress in its creative city commitments
Since joining UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network as a City of Design in 2019, Hanoi has spent the past six years advancing its key commitments, strengthening ties with other member cities, and promoting innovation across multiple sectors. These efforts have helped affirm Hanoi’s position as one of Asia’s leading dynamic and creative capitals.
Petrovietnam ready for new breakthroughs
The Vietnam National Industry - Energy Group (Petrovietnam) remains steadfast in its goal of overcoming challenges, staying on course with its plans, setting new records, and seizing opportunities from emerging development spaces, and soon joining the world’s top 500 enterprises.
Party chief presses for zero-exception anti-corruption campaign
The fight against corruption, wastefulness, and wrongdoing must be resolute, persistent, regular and continuous, with strict but humane measures, and without forbidden zones and exceptions, said Party General Secretary To Lam on December 11.
UNESCO listing gives new momentum to preserving Dong Ho folk painting craft
On December 9, 2025, in New Delhi, UNESCO inscribed the Dong Ho folk painting craft on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding, recognising its unique cultural value and the dedication of the artisan community. The UNESCO inscription provides crucial support for protecting skills and knowledge at risk of fading, while engaging younger generations and the wider community in its preservation.
Cao Bang cuisine - the flavour of mountain, river and forest
A vibrant showcase of local flavours came to life on December 11 as Cao Bang hosted its culinary creativity contest 2025, featuring 10 teams from communes, wards, and leading restaurants across the northern mountainous province.
