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Vietnam, Panama cast themselves as gateways between Southeast Asia and Latin America
In his speech, General Secretary and President Lam stressed that Mulino's official visit holds special significance for bilateral ties. He expressed his belief that the visit will not only resume high-level contacts after a long gap but also give new momentum to ties, moving them into a more substantive, effective and deeper phase.
Top leader hosts welcome ceremony for Panama President
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and his spouse hosted an official welcome ceremony in Hanoi on October 6 afternoon for Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino and his spouse, who are paying an official visit to Vietnam from October 5-8.
Vietnam, Panama exchange cooperation documents witnessed by top leaders
The documents include an agreement on maritime transport cooperation between the Governments of Vietnam and Panama, an agreement on cooperation in combating transnational crime, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on agricultural cooperation, and an MoU on tourism cooperation between the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism and the Panama Tourism Authority.
Top leader holds talks with Panama President
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and his spouse hosted an official welcome ceremony in Hanoi on the afternoon of October 6 for Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino and his spouse, who are paying an official visit to Vietnam from October 5-8. Following the ceremony, the two leaders held talks.
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Ethnic minority culture thrives in Dien Bien
One of the largest ethnic communities in Dien Bien province, the Mong people continue to preserve their cultural identity through the sound of the khen, or panpipe, traditional clothing and long-standing customs. Today, these traditions are not only being passed down through generations but are also contributing to the development of community-based tourism.
Data, traceability systems key to boosting exports
Finding ways to achieve double-digit economic growth without depleting natural resources or harming environmental quality was a major topic at the Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum 2026 in Hanoi on October 5.
Fallen soldiers return to their comrades
After decades beneath the soil and forests, the remains of fallen soldiers recovered from different parts of Khanh Hoa province are finally being brought to their resting places.
Vietnam wins six gold medals at International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics
All 10 members of Vietnam’s two teams won medals at the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics, securing six golds and four silvers.
14th Party Central Committee convenes fourth plenum
The fourth plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee opened in Hanoi on October 5.
Hanoi ranks first in 2026 Provincial Innovation Index
Hanoi topped the 2026 Provincial Innovation Index (PII), retaining the leading position for the fourth consecutive year, according to results announced by the Ministry of Science and Technology at the 2026 National Innovation Day in Hanoi on October 4.
FDI disbursement hits five-year high in nine months
Vietnam attracted 50.36 billion USD in registered foreign direct investment in the first nine months of 2026, up 76.4% year-on-year, while disbursed FDI reached 21.07 billion USD, the highest nine-month level in five years, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.
Top leader receives newly accredited ambassadors
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam received in Hanoi on October 3 the ambassadors of Palestine, the Czech Republic, Denmark, the Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, Brazil and France, who presented their credentials and officially began their terms of office in Vietnam.
Pu Sam Cap captivates visitors to Lai Chau
Blessed with spectacular caves and a cool climate year-round, the Pu Sam Cap cave complex is emerging as a popular destination for visitors to the mountainous westernmost province of Lai Chau. Beyond its pristine natural beauty, the site also carries historical and cultural values closely linked to the lives of ethnic communities in Vietnam’s north-western region.
Vietnam tourism poised for breakthrough growth
Vietnam’s tourism sector needs to shift strongly from volume to quality-driven growth, strengthen linkages and define right markets and products to attract high-value visitors, creating new momentum for sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness, said insiders.
Livestream connects Lai Chau specialties with wider markets
Livestreaming is opening up new sales channels for Lai Chau’s local specialties, helping highland products reach consumers faster and across a wider market.
Forum seeks to turn Vietnam into strong maritime nation
The Vietnam Maritime Forum 2026, themed “Building Vietnam into a strong maritime nation through international cooperation and integration”, convened in Hanoi on October 2.
Vietnam has first female judge at International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
Vietnamese Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Lan Anh is the first Vietnamese national to serve as a judge at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) since the tribunal was established 30 years ago, marking a milestone in Vietnam’s participation in international judicial institutions.
Digital transformation brings cultural heritage closer to the public
As part of the “100 Days of Digital Transformation” campaign, Hanoi is stepping up the use of technology across all aspects of social life, with particular emphasis on preserving and promoting cultural heritage. Going beyond the digitisation of documents and materials, many traditional cultural spaces are experimenting with new ways to bring heritage from physical settings into the digital realm, making it accessible to a much wider audience.
Crackdown intensifies on counterfeits, intellectual property violations
The National Steering Committee for Combating Smuggling, Trade Fraud and Counterfeit Goods has ordered ministries, agencies and its members in provinces and cities to intensify enforcement against intellectual property violations, trade fraud and counterfeit goods.
Quang Ninh directs FDI towards high-tech manufacturing
FDI is being positioned as a driver of economic restructuring and higher-quality growth in Quang Ninh. In the first eight months of 2026, the northern province attracted nearly 1.13 billion USD in FDI. During the same period, processing and manufacturing grew by more than 31%, highlighting the sector’s growing role in the local economy.
Top leader calls for sports development to build national strength
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam has stressed that people’s health and physical fitness are an important component of national strength, calling for sports development to be integrated into the broader strategy for human development.
Phu Quoc strengthens power system ahead of APEC 2027
Phu Quoc is accelerating upgrades to its power infrastructure to ensure a reliable electricity supply for APEC 2027, as rising demand from major tourism, service and infrastructure projects puts greater pressure on the island’s power system.
World cultures converge in Hanoi to shape a shared future
The second Cultures of the World Festival in Hanoi 2026 opened on October 1 at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel under the theme “Converging Heritage - Shaping the Future.”
Vietnam ramps up preparations for APEC 2027
Vietnam’s hosting of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Year 2027 will provide an excellent opportunity for the Southeast Asian country to affirm its stature in a new era of development.
