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Ho Chi Minh City residents pay tribute to fallen soldiers
As the procession carrying the remains passed, people stood in silence and bowed their heads in reverence, with many unable to hold back their tears.
Memorial service held for 731 fallen soldiers in Ho Chi Minh City
From June 23 to October 5, Team K74 and other forces recovered 731 sets of martyrs’ remains from the park. Biological samples and DNA samples collected from relatives of unidentified fallen soldiers are being analysed and stored in the national gene bank to support identification efforts.
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FPT expands into African market with Cairo office
With around 60 local employees and plans to expand its workforce to 300-500 over the next three to five years, FPT expects Egypt to become a technology talent hub connecting European, Middle Eastern and African markets.
Tay ethnic people keep young green rice craft alive in Tuyen Quang
The Tay ethnic people in Thuan Hoa commune, Tuyen Quang province, have preserved the traditional craft of making green rice (com) through generations. Beyond producing a local speciality, the craft helps safeguard cultural heritage, provide livelihoods and create opportunities for community-based tourism.
Vietnam reinforces defence, security cooperation with Laos, Cambodia
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung reaffirmed Vietnam’s commitment to strengthening defence and security cooperation with Laos and Cambodia during separate receptions for the two countries’ defence ministers in Hanoi on October 13, underscoring its role as a key pillar of bilateral relations and a contribution to regional peace and stability.
Vietnam, Cambodia sign defence cooperation plan for 2027
Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang hosted an official welcome ceremony for his Cambodian counterpart, General Tea Seiha, in Hanoi on October 13.
Vietnamese entrepreneurs drive national prosperity
On October 13, 1945, amid the many challenges facing the newly established Democratic Republic of Vietnam, President Ho Chi Minh sent a letter to the country’s industrial and commercial community, affirming the Government’s commitment to supporting businesses in national reconstruction. He emphasised that national and business interests went hand in hand, and that a prosperous national economy would bring prosperity to businesses.
Vietnam seeks stronger high-tech cooperation with Chinese firms
President of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man visited the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area on October 13, highlighting Vietnam’s readiness to facilitate investment and cooperation from leading Chinese technology enterprises in emerging industries.
Vietnam, Laos agree on 2027 defence cooperation plan
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang held talks with Lao Minister of National Defence General Khamliang Outhakaysone in Hanoi on October 13, focusing on strengthening bilateral defence ties and strategic connectivity.
Ho Chi Minh City’s economy grows 9.86% in Q3
Ho Chi Minh City recorded 9.86% economic growth in Q3, taking its nine-month expansion to 9.06%. Strong FDI inflows, resilient services and accelerated public investment are underpinning the city’s economic performance as it seeks to maintain growth momentum in the final quarter of 2026.
Top leader pledges support for firms, presses tech self-reliance
The Vietnamese Party and State value entrepreneurs’ contributions, protect their legitimate rights and interests, and support them in realising their potential and achieving legitimate prosperity, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam said.
Vietnam, China step up legislative cooperation, experience sharing
Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) President Tran Thanh Man held talks with Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of China’s National People’s Congress (NPC), in Beijing on October 12, agreeing to strengthen legislative cooperation and advance bilateral agreements.
NA President meets Chinese Premier in Beijing
National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing on October 12 during his official visit to China.
NA President meets Chinese friendship figures in Beijing
National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man met with a delegation of Chinese friendship figures led by Yang Wanming, President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, in Beijing on October 12, as part of his official visit to China.
Ho Chi Minh City shifts focus to quality FDI
Ho Chi Minh City attracted more than 17.8 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first nine months of 2026, surpassing its annual target. As competition for global capital intensifies, the city is shifting its focus towards higher-value investment, improving infrastructure and the business environment, and strengthening its integration into global supply chains.
Vietnamese musical theatre production set to reach Korean audiences
From Ho Chi Minh City, the contemporary musical theatre production “Ao quan” is set to perform at two arts festivals in Daegu and Busan this October. Blending acting, music, video installation and livestream interaction, the production explores loss, emotional wounds and the need for understanding in contemporary life. The tour also strengthens theatre cooperation between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea, while bringing Vietnamese creative work to wider international audiences.
Vietnam, China to boost legislative, people-to-people exchanges
On October 11, National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man met with Wang Huning, member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference in Beijing during his official visit to China. He also toured the Nanmofang township legislative liaison station in Beijing’s Chaoyang district and met the Vietnamese community in China.
Legislative leader arrives in Beijing, beginning official visit to China
President of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at Beijing Capital International Airport at noon on October 11 (local time), beginning an official visit to China, where he will co-chair the second session of the cooperation committee between the Vietnamese National Assembly and the National People’s Congress of China.
Digital platforms take Ha Tinh specialities to wider markets
More than 200 OCOP products are being promoted through digital platforms as the central province of Ha Tinh steps up efforts to expand markets for its agricultural and speciality products. By connecting producers with e-commerce platforms and organising Mega Live sessions from production areas, the province is bringing local products closer to consumers nationwide and opening up new sales opportunities.
Ho Chi Minh City advances shift to waste-to-energy treatment
More than 14,000 tonnes of household solid waste generated daily are putting pressure on Ho Chi Minh City’s collection and treatment system. At Da Phuoc Integrated Waste Management Facility, the city’s largest, a technology shift is under way to reduce landfilling and expand waste-to-energy treatment.
Argentine businesses eye market expansion in Vietnam
The Argentina Chamber of Commerce for Asia-Pacific recently held a seminar in Buenos Aires, providing information, facilitating business connections and discussing opportunities in Japan, the Republic of Korea, Vietnam and Indonesia.
Parliamentary cooperation helps deepen Vietnam-China ties
National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man’s official visit to China from October 11–15 is expected to mark a new milestone and further deepen parliamentary diplomacy between the two sides.
