Among the Top 10 finalists of the seventh Cricket Award in 2026, the Wolfoo animated series and creative ecosystem, produced by Sconnect Distribution under Sconnect Holdings, stands out as a notable example of Vietnam’s growing cultural industry.
Founded and organised annually since 2020 by the Vietnam News Agency’s The thao và Van hoa (Sports & Culture) newspaper, the De Men (Cricket) Awards for Children honour outstanding artistic and literary works either “by children” or “for children.” The awards include a grand prize called the Cricket Knight Award, and several Cricket Desire Awards of equal standing.
Winners of the sixth “De Men” (Cricket) Children’s Awards were announced at a ceremony held at the headquarters of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) in Hanoi on May 28, with composer Pham Tuyen receiving the grand prize “Hiep si De Men” (Cricket Knight) for his lifelong contributions to children’s music.
The “De Men (Cricket) Awards for Children”, organised by The thao & Van hoa (Sports and Culture), a publication of the Vietnam News Agency, has officially launched its 6th edition for 2025.
As part of an international cultural exchange programme, Kanda University of International Studies in Chiba prefecture has introduced “pho” (the iconic traditional noodle soup of Vietnam) to its campus menu since 18. From then on, students can enjoy the distinctive Vietnamese dish for lunch in two weeks.
Japan is one of the world’s most demanding rice markets, where rice is not only a staple food but also deeply tied to culinary culture through dishes such as bento meals, onigiri rice balls and sushi. Amid rising domestic rice prices in recent years, Vietnamese rice has begun attracting attention as a promising alternative.
Total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) into Vietnam, including newly registered and adjusted capital, plus foreign investors’ contributions and share purchases, hit 18.24 billion USD as of April 27, up 32% year-on-year, reported the Ministry of Finance’s National Statistics Office (NSO) on May 3.
Na Ka Valley on the Moc Chau plateau in Son La province is now at the height of plum season, as hillsides are covered with ripe fruit in vibrant shades of red and purple. The orchards, laden with plums, are attracting large numbers of visitors eager to experience picking and tasting the fruit amid the peaceful scenery of Vietnam’s northwestern mountains.
As early summer heat pushes electricity demand higher during peak hours, rooftop solar power is proving increasingly effective in providing on-site energy. The model not only helps ease pressure on the national grid, but also cuts costs for households and businesses while promoting greener and more sustainable energy use.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on May 23, attended a memorial service and burial ceremony for the remains of 28 Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts who sacrificed their lives in Laos during wartime.
Perched atop Doi Mountain in Tien Son ward, Ninh Binh province, the Vajra statues at Long Doi Son Pagoda are a rare cultural treasure embodying the historical, religious and artistic values of the Ly Dynasty. In 2024, the statues were officially recognised as a national treasure, affirming their unique place in Vietnam’s cultural heritage.
Vietnam’s coastal tourism market is entering the 2026 summer peak season on a strong note, with popular destinations including Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Ha Long and Cat Ba recording robust visitor growth from early May.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam has affirmed that Vietnam is ready to create favourable conditions for US technology corporations to invest and expand operations in the country on the basis of harmonious interests.
Responding to reports that people with very small tax debts have been temporarily barred from leaving the country, representatives of Vietnam’s tax authority said at a press briefing on May 22 that such information did not fully reflect the handling process of tax agencies, leading to misunderstandings of the law.
A ceremony was held in Hanoi on May 22 to present the State of Palestine’s Star of Merit Order to former Vice President Nguyen Thi Binh in recognition of her contributions to peace, justice, human rights and solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Vietnam-China coffee cooperation is rooted in geographical proximity and similar natural conditions. Vietnam’s Central Highlands are renowned for Robusta coffee, while China’s Yunnan province mainly cultivates Arabica beans. This complementarity creates opportunities for technical exchanges, production cooperation, and joint market development.
Every day, dozens of vessels arrive at Ninh Co Fishing Port in the northern province of Ninh Binh to complete entry and departure procedures. As part of efforts to improve seafood traceability, all fishing vessels now declare arrivals and departures through the electronic catch documentation and traceability system.
Vietnam must develop its materials industry in a green, sustainable and self-reliant direction with international competitiveness, in line with global commitments, while ensuring the highest national interests, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam said at a working session in Hanoi on May 21.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has stressed the need for deeper, more systematic and strategic research to finalise a comprehensive national quantum technology development plan that serves Vietnam’s development goals while ensuring strategic autonomy.
At the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the country’s ambitious development goals and long-term vision have drawn strong attention from young leaders and researchers in Laos.
Recognised as one of the world’s 50 most beautiful villages in 2025, Cam Thanh coconut village in Hoi An Dong ward, the central coastal city of Da Nang, is attracting between 6,000 and 7,000 visitors a day.
The northern province of Ninh Binh is drawing visitors not only with its dramatic mountains and cave systems, but also with vibrant flower seasons unfolding across its heritage landscapes. The combination of natural scenery and immersive live performances is turning the former imperial capital into an increasingly popular destination for seasonal tourism.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on May 20 hosted a reception for Ambassador of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) to Vietnam Ri Sung Guk.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung held a phone conversation with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on May 20 at the Government headquarters in Hanoi.
