National Assembly Kicks Off Hearing Session on June 19

Hanoi: The 15th National Assembly opened its Q and A session on June 19, with Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang taking the centre stage first to address the country’s economic challenges. Deputy Prime Ministers Ho Duc Phoc and Nguyen Chi Dung, along with the Ministers of Industry and Trade, Agriculture and Environment, Construction, Science … Read more

Vietnam Pioneers Use of AI and Remote Sensing to Monitor Seawater Quality

Hanoi: Vietnam has, for the first time, applied artificial intelligence (AI) and remote sensing technologies to monitor seawater quality through a joint research initiative with Polish scientists. This marks a significant step forward in enhancing environmental management and water resource governance in key coastal regions. Researchers from the Vietnam Space Centre under the Vietnam Academy … Read more

Vietnam Seeks to Expand Trade Ties with Algeria

Algiers: The Vietnam Trade Office in Algeria conducted a visit to Tipaza province as part of its efforts to enhance economic and trade cooperation between Vietnam and Algeria. The visit, which took place on June 18, included discussions with the Tipaza Chamber of Commerce and Industry and engagements with several local businesses. These businesses are … Read more

Symphony Bridges Austria-Vietnam Friendship

Vienna: Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria Vu Le Thai Hoang met with Daniel Froschauer, Chairman of the world-renowned orchestra Vienna Philharmonic (Wiener Philharmoniker), to discuss strengthening cultural ties through classical music. The meeting reflects the shared desire of Austria and Vietnam to use music as a conduit for friendship, mutual respect, and deeper cultural understanding. According … Read more

President Putin Highlights Growing Ties Between Russia and Southeast Asia, Including Vietnam

Russia: Russia’s cooperation with Southeast Asia is steadily expanding, with trade increasing across the region, including with Vietnam, President Vladimir Putin said on early June 19 (local time). Speaking at a late-night, early-morning meeting with heads of news agencies from the Organisation of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA) in Saint Petersburg, Putin emphasised Southeast Asia’s strategic … Read more

PM Meets Leaders of Press Agencies in Hanoi

Hanoi: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting in Hanoi on June 19 with leaders and former leaders of press agencies on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 – 2025). According to Vietnam News Agency, the meeting highlighted the significant role that press agencies have played … Read more