Handling the 2 millionth TEU in 2025 not only demonstrates Hai Phong Port’s operational capacity and the collective efforts of its workforce, but also highlights its increasingly important role in regional and global supply chains, the confidence of shipping lines, logistics firms and the business community, and the effectiveness of policies to improve the investment climate and strengthen maritime infrastructure and services.
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.
The vibrant display of Vietnamese fine arts, signature cuisine, and stunning natural landscapes impressed visitors at the annual Winternational Embassy Showcase held recently by the Vietnamese Embassy in the US in collaboration with the International Trade Centre.
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.
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Hang held that to develop Vietnam – Africa ties more strongly and substantively, it is necessary to promote the engagement of businesses, and that the Government will create favourable conditions for them to enhance fruitful cooperation.
Over 25 years of operation in Vietnam, AIA has achieved positive results. Its premium revenue ranks among the top five life insurers, reaching nearly 14.83 trillion VND (563.71 million USD) in 2024 and an estimated 15.73 trillion VND in 2025, equivalent to around 10% of the market share.
The two ministers agreed to maintain close coordination in the time ahead and to expand cooperation under the new framework and orientation, underscoring the significance of the two countries’ “great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation, strategic cohesion”.
Also on December 11, Vietnamese MMA athletes delivered impressive performances, securing two gold medals, one silver and two bronzes in their debut appearance at SEA Games 33.
Hang emphasised that Vietnam’s achievements over the past year were made possible thanks to the support of international partners, including diplomatic missions, journalists, and staff from resident foreign media offices, who helped introduce a dynamic and friendly Vietnam to the world.
The State Securities Commission (SSC) has been meeting frequently with foreign investors and international financial institutions to gather feedback and adjust policies accordingly.
Viettel has won honours in the “People & Culture” and “Best Operator in a Growth Market” categories at the 2025 World Communication Awards (WCA), alongside the “Best Digital Transformation Project” at the 2025 Global Telecoms Awards (Glotel).
The conference features almost 80 presentations across plenary sessions, parallel sessions and poster sessions, focusing on leading research trends such as point-of-care diagnostics; predictive biomarkers used to anticipate individual responses to therapy; and the development of new tools and platforms for rapid molecular-level detection and diagnosis.
Vietnam has officially secured a landmark victory at the SEA Games with the gold medal earned by fighter Quang Van Minh in mixed martial arts. In the men's under-65kg modern category final, Van Minh (in blue) delivered a dominant performance, defeating his Malaysian opponent (in red) by technical knockout before the start of the third round.
Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong highly valued the positive and fruitful cooperation between the Vietnam People’s Navy and the JMSDF, saying that this has helped enhance professional skills and technical expertise while fostering friendship and mutual understanding between the two forces.
The programme aims to develop high-quality human resources through undergraduate, master’s, doctoral and short-term training courses in these countries, with priority given to disciplines in which these countries have strong expertise.
Before setting sail for the Republic of Korea on the next leg of its journey, Frigate 015-Tran Hung Dao conducted joint manoeuvring and at-sea communications exercises with JS Yamagiri.
The National Assembly (NA) on December 10 voted to adopt the law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on International Treaties and the NA resolution on special mechanisms and policies aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of Vietnam’s international integration efforts.
Vietnam’s participation demonstrates a high sense of responsibility and a shared commitment with ASEAN partners and the US to promoting peace, stability, friendship and development in the Asia–Pacific, particularly within the ASEAN–US cooperation framework, thereby contributing to building strategic trust for common development.
Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, extended congratulations to the Lao Party and State on the successful organisation of the significant anniversary events, which saw broad participation from the public and international friends.
As many as 36 Vietnamese enterprises engaged in the production, processing and export of agricultural products are taking part in a programme to promote Vietnamese farm produce at Food Africa 2025, organised by the Investment and Trade Promotion Centre of Ho Chi Minh City (ITPC).
