Wherever they may be, the overseas Vietnamese community's devotion and commitment to the homeland remain a strong bond connecting Vietnamese people around the world. All share a common belief that Vietnam will continue moving forward on its development path with the support of its people both at home and overseas.
The Vietnam Cultural Festival in Japan – Re-enactment of the Hung Kings’ Commemoration (9th edition) is scheduled to take place on April 19 at Ikuno Park in Osaka, featuring a wide range of distinctive cultural activities.
the Vietnamese community abroad closely follows major political events in the homeland, including the upcoming election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 tenure.
With their understanding of both local traditions and international contexts, OVs are proving to be an effective “soft bridge” in promoting the city globally, contributing to rising international arrivals and reinforcing Ho Chi Minh City’s position as a creative, globally integrated and culturally rich urban tourism destination
As Vietnam enters a new development phase driven by reforms and innovation, the startup ecosystem is viewed as an effective channel for mobilising overseas resources.
Like their fellows at home, visiting pagodas at the beginning of the year has become a cherished spiritual practice for Vietnamese in France.
In a world marked by intensifying strategic competition, emerging conflicts and intertwined economic, security and social challenges, nearly 6.5 million Vietnamese living in over 130 countries and territories have continued to look to the homeland as a firm spiritual anchor. The homeland remains a source of confidence, connection and aspiration for Vietnamese abroad.
Tet gatherings abroad provide meaningful spiritual encouragement, offering overseas Vietnamese a valuable opportunity to reunite and celebrate with a sense of homeland connection.
The ambassador expressed his delight at the growing strength of the Vietnamese community in Japan and its active contributions to Vietnam’s development as well as to the bilateral ties. Currently, the Vietnamese community in Japan remains the second-largest of its kind in the world, with around 700,000 people and an average annual increase of 50,000–60,000.
Representatives of local agencies and businesses shared information to help overseas Vietnamese delegates explore Ninh Binh’s potential and opportunities for investment, business and cooperation, thereby contributing to the province’s socio-economic development and the country’s overall growth.
They affirmed that culture is the spiritual foundation and a vital endogenous strength of the nation, while underscoring the important role of overseas Vietnamese in preserving and spreading national cultural identity and promoting the image of Vietnam and its people to the world.
On the sidelines of the Homeland Spring 2026, overseas Vietnamese shared heartfelt reflections on the sacred moments of the Lunar New Year (Tet) that draws them back to the homeland with deep affection and hope.
A national conference disseminating and implementing the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress, the Xuan Que Huong (Homeland Spring) 2026 programme for overseas Vietnamese, and a record number of international arrivals in January are among news highlights last weekend.
Party General Secretary To Lam warmly welcomed the OV representatives returning from many countries and territories to celebrate the Lunar New Year (Tet).
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Vu Dai Thang highlighted the important role of OV intellectuals and scientists, affirming the city’s commitment to facilitating their participation, removing obstacles and expanding consultation channels to incorporate their input.
State President Luong Cuong and his spouse, along with representatives from ministries, agencies and the Hanoi authorities, and 100 overseas Vietnamese (OVs), held an incense-offering ceremony at the statue of King Ly Thai To and Ngoc Son Temple in downtown Hanoi in the morning of February 8 (the 20th day of the final lunar month of the Year of the Snake).
The programme enables OVs to meet Party and State leaders, update themselves on national development orientations and share ideas and proposals in science and technology, innovation, investment, education and promoting Vietnam’s image abroad. It also serves as a platform connecting the diaspora with ministries, sectors and localities to advance cooperation, knowledge transfer and international linkages, Hang told the Vietnam News Agency.
Speaking at a meeting honouring outstanding OV collectives and individuals in 2025 held in Hanoi on February 8, Chairwoman of the VFF Central Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai highlighted that overseas Vietnamese's achievements vividly reflect the enduring qualities of the Vietnamese people: perseverance, resilience and a constant aspiration to rise in life.
The State President, his spouse and the delegates respectfully offered incense in remembrance of King Ly Thai To and the forebears who built and defended Thang Long – Hanoi over a thousand years of history, as well as safeguarded the nation and enriched its invaluable cultural and historical heritage.
Nguyen Van Duoc, Deputy Secretary of the municipal Party Committee and Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, attributed the southern metropolis’s socio-economic development achievements partly to important contributions by OV entrepreneurs, scientists, experts, and intellectuals worldwide through investment activities, knowledge transfer, market connection, and promotion of the city’s image.