Building a learning society – Driver of growth, development and social progress
Fostering a learning society is a steadfast policy of the Party and State, aimed at ensuring equitable access to education, promoting lifelong learning, and enabling holistic personal development.
Vietnamese in Australia keep heritage alive
Vietnamese dance and traditional music classes organised by the Viet-Aus Culture Exchange Organisation (VACEO) have been held every Saturday afternoon in Bankstown, Sydney.
Saigon River pedestrian bridge set to be joined on October 21
The assembly comprises a main bridge structure weighing about 1,400 tonnes and a specialised steel supporting frame weighing around 2,000 tonnes. During testing, about 30 self-propelled modular transporters were used to lift the assembly 40cm off the ground for technical inspections. Sensors and monitoring equipment recorded key parameters.
Vietnamese scientist in Japan advances research, training, technology transfer for homeland
Recently ranked first in the field of Plant Science and Agronomy at Hiroshima University by Research.com, Professor Tran Dang Xuan said his research on photosynthetic bacteria (PSB) for rice cultivation has shown promising initial results in Vietnam and Japan, with rice yields potentially increasing by more than 20%.
Vietnam, Russia step up cooperation in criminal sentence enforcement
Vietnam seeks to develop reliable, substantive and effective cooperation with Russia in security and law enforcement, based on stronger political trust and closer coordination.
Hanoi breaks ground on 299-hectare safari park
Its key features will include animal habitats modelled on natural ecosystems, veterinary and research facilities, educational exhibitions and recreational areas. Green spaces and water bodies will cover about 81.8% of the site, providing ecological corridors and suitable habitats for wildlife.
Vietnamese community in China urged to stay united, contribute to homeland
National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man reaffirmed that the Party and State regard overseas Vietnamese as an inseparable part of the nation and are committed to mobilising their potential and supporting their legitimate interests.
German-Vietnamese friendship association marks 50 years of nurturing people-to-people ties
Since its establishment in 1976, the association has sought to bring together organisations and individuals who support Vietnam, strengthen solidarity and serve as a bridge between the two peoples.
Hiroshima concert spreads message of peace, Vietnam-Japan friendship
The “Love & Peace Concert 2026 in Hiroshima” brought together around 400 guests on October 9 to raise funds for Agent Orange victims in Vietnam and promote peace and friendship between Vietnam and Japan through traditional music and cultural exchange.
Vietnam youth campaign generates 1.3 billion social media reach
The Vietnam Youth Federation’s websites and social media pages recorded nearly 232 million views and reach, while more than 17,600 TikTok videos using the hashtags #ToiYeuToQuocToi and #70NamHoiLHTNVN garnered nearly 560 million views.
Hanoi Old Quarter launches pilot smart street model
The initiative aims to improve experiences for residents, visitors and businesses while promoting the Old Quarter’s cultural values.
Agricultural research outcomes must be translated into tangible benefits for economy: Top legislator
NA President Tran Thanh Man asked the university to strongly overhaul its training programmes to cultivate "global citizens" for modern agriculture, decisively shifting from teaching what it has to meeting the actual demand of society, enterprises, and national development.
Jobs help people with disabilities build independent lives
More than a source of income, a suitable job gives peope with disabilities a chance to demonstrate their abilities, gain respect and participate in society on an equal footing.
Vietnamese students place confidence in Vietnam-China cooperation
The students believe that younger generations should not only benefit from bilateral cooperation but also play an active role in nurturing ties between the two countries.
Deputy PM asks for highest education quality, safety for students
Regarding the construction of inter-level boarding schools in border communes, all 108 schools under Phase 1 opened for the 2026-2027 academic year, with 40 having completed all construction items. Procedures for groundbreaking at 121 schools under Phase 2 across 17 provinces and cities have been completed, with all projects targeted for completion before August 30, 2027.
Hanoi launches 18 key projects worth nearly 4.94 billion USD
The city announced 292 projects with a combined investment of 384.886 trillion VND (14.92 billion USD), including 18 key projects worth 127.46 trillion VND, focusing on transport, infrastructure, environmental protection and public services.
Vietnam’s first shared digital library platform launched
Vietnam Digital Library Joint Stock Company (ViLiB) launched its “Digital Knowledge Space – Shared Digital Library” platform in Ho Chi Minh City on October 8, enabling libraries, schools and organisations to connect and share digital resources, thereby broadening access to books and knowledge.
Vietnam–Laos special ties nurtured by the people: PM Le Minh Hung
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung urged Vietnamese people in Laos to maintain solidarity, integrate proactively, respect Lao laws and educate younger generations about their national roots and the special Vietnam–Laos relationship. Calling Laos a country undergoing dynamic transformation with emerging opportunities
Vietnamese rebar worker wins top honour at Japan’s TETSU-1 GRAND PRIX
Luong Duc Quy, who works for Tamura Kogyo Co. in Osaka, claimed the championship and received the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Award.
Vietnam, Laos enhance legal awareness among border village leaders
The conference aimed to help officials, specialised forces and village leaders gain a better understanding of border-related policies and laws, thereby enhancing their sense of responsibility for managing and protecting the border line and markers, maintaining public order and promoting economic development in border areas.