Nearly 40 years after opening its economy to tap international resources for national development, Vietnam is shifting its focus from simply attracting more foreign investment to using it more effectively to strengthen domestic capacity, enhance competitiveness and bolster economic self-reliance, the central message of the Politburo’s Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW.
From fishing trips that set out the previous afternoon to market sessions that begin before dawn, Tam Tien fish market in Tam Xuan, Da Nang, has for decades maintained the distinctive rhythm of life and work in this coastal fishing community.
Amid the fast pace of modern life, mountainous markets in Dien Bien province continue to attract visitors while preserving the distinctive culture of local ethnic communities. More than places to buy and sell everyday goods, these markets are also spaces for cultural activities, social gatherings and community interaction. They help preserve traditional identities while creating new opportunities for community-based tourism.
General Secretary and State President To Lam has signed Conclusion No. 75-KL/TW of the third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, stressing that environmental protection and climate change response must be central to development decisions and serve as a foundation for green transition, stronger growth quality, productivity, competitiveness and sustainable economic development.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam and his spouse chaired a ceremony marking the 81st anniversary of Vietnam's National Day in Hanoi on August 28.
Under Resolution 20-NQ/TW, Khanh Hoa has identified industrial-scale, high-tech marine farming as a breakthrough. The resolution targets average annual growth of 8% in marine aquaculture value by 2030, with marine farming 15% of total fisheries production value. The province is reorganising farming zones to ease pressure on coastal waters and expand offshore.
With a new development space following the administrative merger, the northern province of Phu Tho is shifting from “opening up to attract” to “actively connecting for development,” laying a foundation for rapid and sustainable growth.
By 2030, the sector aims to ensure that 100% of public services and administrative procedures provide notifications regarding application status and processing results, with results synchronised on VNeID.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on August 28 held phone talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during which they discussed major directions to further strengthen political trust and maintain the positive momentum in bilateral relations.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung affirmed Vietnam’s highest priority is to consolidate its special solidarity with Laos, pledging closer coordination with the neighbouring country to remove obstacles and facilitate bilateral investment and business cooperation.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam attended a ceremony on August 28 to announce the National Assembly’s resolution on the establishment of Quang Ninh as a centrally governed city, during which the leader presented the first-class Labour Order to the Party organisation, authorities and people of the northern locality.
A concert may last only a few hours, but the emotions it inspires can stay with audiences much longer. The 2026 national concert “The Fatherland in Our Hearts” shows how history, national identity and national pride can be brought closer to the public through contemporary art.
Vietnam National Railway Corporation, in collaboration with the Quang Tri provincial People’s Committee and Hue city People’s Committee, has officially launched the tourist train linking heritage sites across central Vietnam.
Historical records show that under the Nguyen Dynasty (1802–1945), Thanh Tra pomelo was a renowned speciality of Thua Thien, with the finest fruit carefully selected each year as offerings to the King.
In the first seven months of 2026, total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenue were estimated at 4.56 quadrillion VND (approximately 174.7 billion USD), up 13.1% year on year, indicating continued growth in the service sector.
Vietnam successfully defended their ASEAN Cup title after a 2-2 draw with Thailand in the second leg of the final at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi on August 26 evening, completing a 4-2 aggregate victory.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on August 27 urged Samsung to remain a critical bridge and partner in enhancing Vietnam’s technological capability, developing industries and integrating deeper into global value chains.
Vietnam welcomes and will continue to make it easier for leading global technology corporations, including those from the US, to invest and build long-term partnerships in the country, said General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on August 27 called for substantive breakthroughs in education and training in the 2026-2027 academic year, with reforms measured by tangible improvements for learners, teachers, schools and the country’s human resources.
Politburo Member and Standing Member of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu’s official visit to Singapore and co-charing of the first Vietnam-Singapore Strategic Dialogue from August 24-25 was a great success, achieving the set targets with concrete outcomes, according to Politburo Member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam called for closer cooperation with FIFA in developing football infrastructure, human resources and international competitions during a reception for FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Hanoi on August 26.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism hosted the first Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Tourism Ministers’ Conference in Ho Chi Minh City on August 26, establishing a ministerial-level tourism cooperation mechanism among the three countries.
Hon Nhan island in Dong Son commune, Quang Ngai province, is emerging as an attractive eco-tourism destination thanks to its pristine, landscape of volcanic sedimentary rock formations and crystal-clear waters. With its rich coral ecosystem, Hon Nhan demonstrates a sustainable approach to tourism development linked with the conservation of natural resources.
Vietnam has rolled out a national programme for 2026–2030 aimed at strengthening child protection and preventing and reducing child labour in violation of the law.
Vietnam drew 2-2 with Thailand in the second leg of the ASEAN Cup 2026 final on August 26 at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi. Vietnam won 4-2 on aggregate to successfully defend their ASEAN Cup title.
Speaking to Vietnam News Agency reporters in Singapore, Professor Vu Minh Khuong of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy described the recent visit by Politburo Member and Standing Member of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu as a historic event.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has urged Chinese companies to continue regarding Vietnam as a long-term production and trade base, while boosting investment into higher-quality projects with more advanced technologies and stronger spillover effects.
Only days remain before students in Hue city begin the new school year. In mountainous A Luoi, a race against time is under way at the construction site of a combined primary and lower secondary ethnic boarding school, with workers rushing to complete the final works and ensure the facility is ready to welcome students in September.
