The Vietnam Pavilion has won the silver award in the Exhibition Design category at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai in Japan, marking the first time the country has received this honour, according to the Department of International Cooperation under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
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Here are selected events from October 10-16.
- First Congress of Government Party Organisation for 2025-2030 tenure successfully concludes
- Vietnam re-elected to UN Human Rights Council with highest votes in Asia-Pacific
- Seven commodities of Vietnam post export value of over 10 billion USD
- First Cultures of the World Festival in Hanoi draws 48 countries, international organisations
- Vietnam wins silver medal for first time at World Expo 2025./.
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King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein paid a two-day official visit to Vietnam on November 12-13 at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong.
In today’s podcast, we will listen to international perspectives on the peacekeeping efforts of Vietnam’s “Blue Beret” soldiers, as well as firsthand accounts from the soldiers themselves during the course of this noble mission.
A US delegation led by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth paid an official visit to Vietnam from November 2–3. General Phan Van Giang, Minister of National Defence of Vietnam, hosted a welcome ceremony for Hegseth and the two sides held talks on Nov. 2. Cooperation in war consequence remediation remained a highlight in bilateral defence ties.
Over the past week, central Vietnam has been battered by record-breaking rainfall. Exceptionally heavy rains, particularly in Thua Thien Hue and Da Nang, have caused widespread flooding and extensive destruction.
The Signing Ceremony and High-Level Conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), has successfully concluded with 72 signatories from various regions of the world. International delegates shared with the Vietnam News Agency their impression at the event’s successful organisation and commended Vietnam’s efforts in fostering global cooperation against cybercrime.
The upcoming United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, to be opened for signature in Hanoi on October 25-26, is expected to serve as a powerful instrument in this silent war. In today’s episode, we’ll explore the significance of this Convention, and experts’ insights on Vietnam’s role as host of this global event.
Party General Secretary To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation paid an official visit to Finland from October 20 to 22 at the invitation of Finnish President Alexander Stubb. Immediately afterwards, the Party leader and his entourage continued on a three-day official visit to Bulgaria at the invitation of President Rumen Radev.
From July 1, 2025, the two-tier local government model (comprising provincial and commune levels) officially came into operation. Thousands of commune-level administrative units nationwide have been reorganised to ensure a streamlined apparatus closer to and more responsive to the people. After three months of operation, personnel work – the key factor determining the efficiency of the apparatus – has seen marked changes alongside emerging challenges.
Vietnam is nurturing the aspiration to become a new destination on the global financial map, aiming to establish a hub that attracts capital, technology, talent, and high-quality financial services. In today’s podcast, we will take a closer look at the country’s journey toward realising this goal.
Over the past eight decades, the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) has grown stronger, retaining its position as the mainstream information source domestically while earning international credibility through global partnerships and a strong presence in global hotspots.
These days, Hanoi is alive with excitement as the city celebrates 80 years of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2). Streets are decorated with flags and flowers, while art performances, historical exhibitions, parades, and gratitude activities honouring national contributors draw large crowds of locals and visitors. All of this has left a deep impression on international friends.
An exhibition of national achievements celebrating the 80th anniversary of the National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025), themed “80-Year Journey of Independence – Freedom – Happiness,” kicked off at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Hanoi on August 28.
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan is on a five-day state visit to Vietnam, starting on August 18, at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong and his spouse.
From the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South to the 80th National Day, history is not only a record of glorious golden pages, but also a source of inspiration for today’s youth. In this era of artificial intelligence and social media, stories of war, heritage, and the people of Vietnam continue to touch the hearts of the young generation.
Party General Secretary To Lam’s state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) from August 10 – 13 at the invitation of President Lee Jae Myung has been a success.
State President Luong Cuong and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El‑Sisi on August 5 issued a joint statement on upgrading Vietnam - Egypt ties to a Comprehensive Partnership.
2025 marks a significant milestone for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). It commemorates both the 10th anniversary of the ASEAN Community (December 31, 2015 – December 31, 2025) and the 30th anniversary of Vietnam’s official accession to ASEAN (July 28, 1995 – July 28, 2025). Over the past three decades, Vietnam has consistently played a proactive, active, and responsible role in building a resilient, united ASEAN with a growing voice and position in the region and the world.
Vietnam has become the first men's team to win the ASEAN U23 Championship three times in a row, following a 1-0 victory over Indonesia in the final.
Typhoon Wipha (designated as Typhoon No. 3 in Vietnam) has caused widespread destruction across several northern and north-central provinces, damaging hundreds of homes, submerging over 119,000ha of rice paddies and triggering multiple dike incidents.
On December 22, 2024, Party General Secretary To Lam signed Resolution 57, outlining breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation. The resolution reflects the Party’s strategic vision and political will.