
Government issues action plan to boost private sector
The Government has issued Resolution No. 138 to implement the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68, aiming to foster private sector development.
The Government has issued Resolution No. 138 to implement the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68, aiming to foster private sector development.
The Vietnamese community in Leipzig city coordinated with Leipzig Zoo to organise "Vietnam Cultural Days" from May 17-18 to celebrate the 50th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Germany (1975 - 2025).
As May arrives, the Vietnamese people once again pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh, the beloved father of the nation. Marking the 135th anniversary of his birth, his moral example, intellect and ideals continue to inspire generations in the cause of national development and renewal.
The second round of negotiations on a reciprocal trade agreement between Vietnam and the US is being held in Washington, D.C. from May 19 to 22, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
While chairing an online national conference on boosting public investment as a key driver of economic growth in 2025 on May 20, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed the need to revitalise traditional growth engines - investment, consumption, and exports, while accelerating new drivers such as science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, circular economy, and knowledge economy.
In the first four months of this year, Vietnam’s coffee exports reached a value of 3.8 billion USD, a year-on-year increase of over 51%—the highest growth among all Vietnamese agricultural exports.
Vietnam is always an active, trusted partner, and supporter of UNESCO, making substantive contributions as a member of key executive agencies, including the World Heritage Committee, said Party General Secretary To Lam. At a reception for Lazare Eloundou Assomo, Director of the World Heritage Centre under UNESCO in Hanoi on May 20, the Party chief highlighted UNESCO’s role as the “intellectual home of humanity” in promoting multilateralism, maintaining peace and security, and advancing sustainable development in the world.
The Central Highlands province of Gia Lai is working to transform its agricultural potential into a competitive advantage by accelerating the use of high-tech farming methods in banana cultivation. The goal is to enhance product value and establish bananas as a leading export crop, contributing to a more sustainable agricultural sector.
The Central Public Security Party Committee convened a meeting in Hanoi on May 19, to review a decade of implementing Politburo Directive No. 05 on "Promoting the study and adherence to Ho Chi Minh's ideology, ethics, and lifestyle," as well as the Party Committee’s regulation on following the President's six teachings.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 19, attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Tu Lien bridge project and its connecting roads, linking two banks of the Red River in Hanoi’s section.
On May 19, 2025, people around the globe remember President Ho Chi Minh on his 135th birthday.
These celebrations reach far beyond Vietnam, giving friends everywhere a chance to express their deep respect and admiration for a leader who symbolizes independence, peace, and justice.
Throughout every stage of its formation, development, and historic victories, the Vietnam People’s Army has been profoundly shaped and guided by the heartfelt affection, encouragement, and moral instruction of President Ho Chi Minh.
Over 1.5 million delegates attended the national conference on May 18, talking about the huge shift in thinking to push ahead and create momentum for two key resolutions. They discussed how to disseminate and implement the two Politburo's Resolutions No. 66 & No. 68 on renewing the work of law-making and law enforcement to meet the demands of national development in the new era and on the development of the private economy, respectively.
A young father turned his love for carpentry into a unique way to bond with his kids. He handcrafted wooden supercars as special gifts for them. What began as a simple gesture sparked a creative journey inspired by luxury cars.
“Thuy Phu” (Water Palace) by artist Trinh Minh Tien is among the eight winning works of the first-ever UOB Painting of the Year competition held in Vietnam.
During his lifetime, President Ho Chi Minh often highlighted the pure spirit of internationalism as one of the fundamental moral standards that every cadre and Party member should uphold.
Within the framework of the 15th National Assembly ’s 9th session, lawmakers on May 17 listened to a proposal and a verification report on the draft Law on amendments and supplements to certain articles of the Law on Vietnamese Nationality, aiming to make it easier foreigners and overseas Vietnamese acquire or regain Vietnamese nationality.
The Thang Long Water Puppet Theater’s performance of "The Emperor with a Reed Flag" blends traditional puppetry with modern elements, vividly bringing to life the story of King Dinh Tien Hoang.
At Kim Ngan Communal House on Hang Bac Street in Hanoi, the exhibition “Sparkling Craft Street” presents contemporary artworks that highlight the beauty of traditional jewelry-making, a treasured heritage deeply rooted in the history of Hanoi’s Old Quarter and Thang Long culture.
Thuy Trung Tien Temple, a 1,000-year-old temple within the Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda complex, has become a vibrant venue for practicing and preserving the heritage of Mother Goddess Worship. Respected artisans and young spirit mediums regularly gather here to celebrate and uphold this treasured cultural tradition.
State President Luong Cuong on May 16 hosted a reception for Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, saying the Vietnamese Party, State, and people always treasure and wish to promote the friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Thailand.
Party General Secretary To Lam received Prime Minister of Thailand and leader of the Pheu Thai Party Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Hanoi on May 16, saying his guest’s official visit will open up a new period for bilateral cooperation that is more extensive and productive.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra co-chaired a business forum in Hanoi on May 16, as part of the Thai leader’s trip to Vietnam.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra held talks and co-chaired the fourth Vietnam – Thailand Joint Cabinet Retreat in Hanoi on May 16, following the official welcome ceremony for the Thai leader.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a welcome ceremony for Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and a high-ranking delegation of Thailand in Hanoi on May 16 morning.