Vietnam, China strengthen publishing cooperation at Beijing book fair
Chinese partners expressed strong interest in expanding cooperation with Vietnamese counterparts, including the Ethnic Culture Publishing House, particularly in copyright exchanges, reading culture promotion and introducing the cultural values of both countries to wider audiences.
Ho Chi Minh City plans free bus travel through end of 202619/06/2026 11:53The city's People's Committee has proposed allocating an additional 665 billion VND (about 26 million USD) to cover 100% of bus fares during the six-month period. Seeds of friendship strengthen Vietnam–Japan ties19/06/2026 08:47Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Pham Quang Hieu described the programme as a meaningful initiative that helps nurture lasting friendship between the younger generations of the two countries. He said people-to-people ties are the foundation of the Vietnam–Japan relationship, and that friendships and mutual understanding built by young people today will strengthen bilateral relations in the future. Seminar advances sport participation among secondary school girls19/06/2026 03:32At the event, experts said that the ages between 11 and 15 are considered a critical stage for girls, as significant physical and psychological changes, academic pressure, gender stereotypes, and lack of confidence may lead many girls away from physical activities and sports. Month for listening to people to be held nationwide19/06/2026 02:22Under the plan, activities will be carried out nationwide at all administrative levels, from provinces and centrally run cities to communes, wards and special zones. VFF committees and socio-political organisations are required to engage directly with local communities through dialogues and meetings, with special attention given to vulnerable groups and those outside mass organisations. VNA must push harder for Party’s revolutionary cause: Party official18/06/2026 21:10Head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation Trinh Van Quyet said that the VNA was singled out for its role as the leading multimedia agency and national news provider, acting as the primary information source that feeds the rest of the press corps and anchors coverage of the Party and nation’s major political events. Top leader orders drastic action against serious, complex corruption cases18/06/2026 19:39Another 1,501 stalled projects were added to the inventory in the first half of this year, taking the backlog to 4,492. Of those, 1,531 have now been cleared entirely. On surplus state buildings and land, a national review counted 30,595 excess sites, with 14,992 put back to use. National Press Festival 2026 connects ASEAN media18/06/2026 16:39A delegation of more than 50 foreign journalists attended an exchange programme in Hai Phong, gaining deeper insights into the local investment environment, industrial production activities, socio-economic development, and distinctive cultural identity. Vietnamese association, Korean journalists forge partnership18/06/2026 15:53The agreement formalises a long-term partnership aimed at strengthening information sharing, promoting positive and accurate coverage of the Vietnamese community in the RoK, and expanding cooperation across journalism, culture and economic exchanges. The two organisations also plan to jointly produce specialised media content and support capacity-building initiatives for community associations. Deputy FM demands strategic, inclusive communications for APEC 202718/06/2026 15:36APEC 2027 offers Vietnam an opportunity not only to contribute to shaping the future of regional economic cooperation, but also to present itself as a dynamic and forward-looking nation while bringing APEC closer to the public, businesses and local communities, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang. Ho Chi Minh City accelerates rollout of electronic fishing logbooks18/06/2026 13:17A local official said the digital logbook system is expected to improve fisheries management and ensure full traceability of seafood landed at ports, supporting Vietnam’s efforts to address the European Commission’s "yellow card" warning over IUU fishing. Vietnamese language contest helps strengthen Vietnam – Laos ties18/06/2026 12:28The event brought together nine teams from Lao ministries, educational institutions and Vietnamese language centres, reflecting growing interest in learning Vietnamese among Lao officials and professionals involved in bilateral cooperation activities. Passengers to be compensated for flight delays from next month17/06/2026 22:55Per the new decree, a flight is regarded as delayed when its actual departure time is more than 15 minutes later than the scheduled departure time. A “long delay” is defined as a delay of four hours or more from the scheduled departure time. Malaysian expert outlines roadmap for Vietnam to become digitally sovereign nation17/06/2026 20:03Vietnam should establish a clear national expert pathway that allows AI engineers, cybersecurity specialists and data architects to advance professionally and expand their influence without having to move into administrative management roles. Such a model would enable them to remain technical leaders while enjoying career stability and professional recognition. Exhibition honours Vietnamese women’s journey of resilience, global integration17/06/2026 15:08Organised within the framework of the 14th National Congress of the Vietnam Women's Union (VWU), the exhibition underscores the enduring role of women as a key force in struggles for national independence, post-war reconstruction, and socio-economic development, while reaffirming their growing position in the era of integration and globalisation. Green building trend flourishes in Ho Chi Minh City's real estate landscape17/06/2026 08:16The International Finance Corporation (IFC) highlighted the city's dominance in green-certified building floor space in Vietnam, reflecting the rapid expansion of the green building market with 780 completed green buildings encompassing over 18. 69 million sq. m by 2025, predominantly certified by EDGE and LEED. Hue: 500-day campaign samples 1,456 unidentified martyrs16/06/2026 16:03Vice Chairman of the Hue People's Committee Nguyen Van Manh said the large-scale sampling campaign will help build a national DNA database for martyrs, providing a foundation for future identity verification while helping restore the names of unknown fallen soldiers and easing the decades-long anguish of their families. Scientific evidence help build confidence on E10 biofuel: Experts16/06/2026 14:39Research findings and international experience suggest that most concerns about potential engine damage have already been addressed by scientific evidence, helping build confidence in the new fuel among motorists nationwide. 13th National Congress of Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union to take place next week16/06/2026 08:30The Congress, which will take place in Hanoi, is an important political event for the Union and a major gathering for young people nationwide, Permanent Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee and President of the Vietnam Students' Association Nguyen Minh Triet said at a press conference on June 15. Front leader extends congratulations on Great Tam Hop Festival of Tu An Hieu Nghia Buddhism15/06/2026 19:37President of the VFF Central Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai believes that the religion’s Central Executive Council, dignitaries, and followers will continue to uphold their patriotic tradition and the guiding principle of practicing the Four Debts of Gratitude, living with filial piety and righteousness, and contributing to great national solidarity. Over 3,400 administrative procedures, business conditions cut or simplified15/06/2026 18:17Since April, the Government has issued 11 resolutions abolishing 56 conditional business lines. Compared to the 2025 Law on Investment, the number of conditional business sectors has been reduced by more than 28%, from 198 to 142. The resolutions also revised regulations governing 14 conditional business and investment sectors.