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The Vietnamese team concluded the 2026 Asian Jujitsu Championships held in Kazakhstan in July 2026 with an impressive haul of 12 gold, 10 silver and nine bronze medals, finishing second overall. This marked Vietnam’s best performance at the continental tournament in recent years, reaffirming the team’s position among Asia’s leading jujitsu nations.
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Vietnam's outward investment reaches 2.36 billion USD in seven months of 2026
In the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam's total outward investment capital, comprising newly registered and adjusted capital, reached 2.36 billion USD, 4.5 times the figure from the same period last year.
Registered foreign investment in Vietnam rises 58% in first seven months of 2026
As of July 31, Vietnam had attracted a total of 38.06 billion USD in registered foreign investment in the first seven months of the year, up 58% year-on-year.
Vietnam, Thailand deepen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Vietnam and Thailand officially established diplomatic relations on August 6, 1976. Since then, bilateral cooperation has expanded rapidly in both scope and depth.
Resolution outlines Vietnam's new development model by 2045
On behalf of the Party Central Committee, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam signed Resolution No. 19-NQ/TW on July 28, 2026 on renovating Vietnam's development model. The resolution aims to help realise the country's aspiration of becoming a high-income developed nation by 2045.
Resolution outlines Vietnam's new development model to 2035
On behalf of the Party Central Committee, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam signed Resolution No. 19-NQ/TW on July 28, 2026 on renovating Vietnam's development model.
Phase 1 of border commune boarding schools to be completed by August 30, 2026
Deputy Prime Minister Le Tien Chau has signed the Prime Minister’s Official Dispatch No. 50/CD-TTg, dated July 20, 2026, urging faster progress and strict quality control in the construction of integrated primary and lower secondary boarding schools in land border communes.
October 15 designated as Vietnam’s annual digital citizen day
The Government has issued Resolution No. 66.22/2026/NQ-CP, dated July 9, 2026, on the development of digital citizens. The resolution will take effect from August 15, 2026, to February 28, 2027. It sets out principles for developing digital citizens, their rights and responsibilities in the digital environment, policies encouraging the use of digital services, and the responsibilities of relevant agencies, organisations and businesses. Notably, the resolution designates October 15 each year as Vietnam's Digital Citizen Day.
Foreign patient travels 9,000km for hip replacement at Hanoi's hospital
A New Zealand patient who had travelled more than 9,000km to Vietnam for a hip replacement was standing and walking on her own within days of surgery, according to Hanoi-based Viet Duc University Hospital.
Glory of Vietnam 2026 inspires creativity and contribution
In 2026, the programme honoured 13 outstanding role models, comprising eight collectives and five individuals. They included scientists and dedicated doctors, pioneering entrepreneurs, members of the armed forces safeguarding the nation, diplomats and cultural figures, as well as exemplary teachers and workers from across the country.
500-day-and-night campaign: 1,488 martyrs’ remains recovered
As of July 25, search teams had located and repatriated 1,488 sets of martyrs’ remains in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Additional remains have also been discovered in the northern province of Tuyen Quang and Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam–Cambodia: Traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation
President of the Cambodian National Assembly Samdech Khuon Sudary pays an official visit to Vietnam from July 27 - 29. The visit is made at the invitation of Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man.
Hanoi ranks second worldwide for friendly customer service
Malaysia's The Star recently cited a list of "World's Top Ten Cities with the Friendliest Customer Service" released by MoneySuperMarket, a price comparison website, with Hanoi being the only Southeast Asian destination that earned a spot.
Vietnam strengthens preparedness for non-traditional security threats
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has signed Decision No. 1125/QD-TTg dated June 23, 2026, approving the Project on “Communication for the Prevention of and Response to Non-Traditional Security Threats through 2030, with a Vision to 2045.”
The Project aims to bring about a significant improvement in awareness, responsibility and action among authorities at all levels, sectors, the armed forces, the business community and the public in preventing, detecting early and responding to non-traditional security threats.
Key digital technology industry development targets by 2030
Decision No. 840/QD-TTg sets the goal of developing the digital technology industry into a modern, highly competitive economic and technical sector by 2030. The industry is expected to master core and strategic technologies, help address key national tasks, and contribute to double-digit economic growth.
School Health Programme targets learners’ comprehensive well-being
The School Health Programme for the 2026–2035 period aims to improve the quality of school healthcare, strengthen the protection, care and management of learners’ health, and contribute to their comprehensive physical and mental development.
Over 100 overseas Vietnamese youth join Vietnam Summer Camp 2026
A total of 105 young overseas Vietnamese from 35 countries and territories are taking part in the Vietnam Summer Camp 2026 from July 12–25.
Administrative reform enhances services for citizens and businesses
One year after the introduction of the three-tier administration model, administrative procedure reform has shifted its focus from facilitating state management to better serving citizens and businesses, thereby improving governance quality and the effectiveness of the public administration system.
Digital transformation powers new administration model
One year on, digital transformation is driving faster, smarter and more transparent public administration under Vietnam's three-tier administration model.
Foreign-invested sector targeted to contribute 30% of Vietnam's GDP by 2045
Vietnam aims to attract 200-300 billion USD in registered foreign investment during the 2026-2030 period, with 75% of the capital expected to come from developed economies with strong technological capabilities, financial resources and modern governance, according to Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo on June 8, 2026. The resolution targets placing Vietnam among ASEAN's leading countries by 2030 in terms of investment climate, competitiveness, innovation, public service quality, and capacity to attract high-quality foreign investment projects. By 2045, the foreign-invested sector is expected to contribute 30% of the country's GDP.
Vietnam targets 200-300 billion USD in registered foreign investment for 2026–2030
Vietnam aims to attract 200-300 billion USD in registered foreign investment during the 2026–2030 period, with 75% of the capital expected to come from developed economies with strong technological capabilities, financial resources and modern governance, according to Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo on June 8, 2026. The resolution targets placing Vietnam among ASEAN's leading countries by 2030 in terms of investment climate, competitiveness, innovation, public service quality, and capacity to attract high-quality foreign investment projects. By 2045, the foreign-invested sector is expected to contribute 30% of the country's GDP.
